Edward of Woodstock - commander of Rise of Kingdoms: skills, talents, connections (2026)

Information is current as of August 2026.

Эдвард Вудстокский — командир Rise of Kingdoms

Edward of Woodstock- Legendary commander in Rise of Kingdoms (Archers, Skill and Conquest specializations). “Black Prince” is the record holder for the one-time damage of an active skill in the game. Slowly accumulates rage, but one of his volleys is capable of demolishing half the enemy march.

Historical background

Edward of Woodstock, nicknamed the Black Prince, was an English commander of the Hundred Years' War, hero of the battles of Crecy and Poitiers. He is considered one of the best knights of his time, but never became king, dying before his father.

How to get Edward of Woodstock

Older generation of legendaries: sculptures from golden tavern keys, events and universal statues.

Skills

Decisive Strike (active):Colossal direct damage to a single target - the largest multiplier in the game, but requires an increased reserve of rage
Lion's Court:attack and health bonus for archers
Long string:increases skill damage and rage gain speed after activation
Prince's Onslaught:additional damage to targets with a high supply of troops
Expertise:increases the already huge damage multiplier of the active skill

Leveling priority

5-1-1-1 minimum, then 5-5-1-1 and gradually to 5555. Due to the expensive active, Edward opens up late - don’t expect miracles from 5111.

Talents

“Skill” + “Archers”: maximum generation of rage and damage with a skill. The skill line compensates for his slow rage.

Best connections

Edward + Tomiris

classic: Tomiris poison accumulates a debuff, Edward finishes it off in one gulp

Edward + Lee Song Kyo

YSG speeds up rage buildup and adds area damage to Edward's single nuke

Player reviews

The community agrees: Edward is a “one-shot button” for duels and finishing moves, but in protracted mass fights he is inferior to new archers. He is adored for his beautiful numbers and criticized for his hunger for rage: “by the time it charges, the battle is already over.”

Adviсe

Use Edward against single expensive marches - his nuke is ineffective against a crowd. Place second to the commander with rage generation. Useless in a garrison.