Honda Tadakatsu - commander of Rise of Kingdoms: skills, talents, connections (2026)

This information is current as of August 2026.

Хонда Тадакацу — командир Rise of Kingdoms

Honda Tadakatsu — a legendary commander in Rise of Kingdoms (specializations: “Leadership,” “Skill,” and “Attack”). “The samurai who defied death itself”: he didn’t sustain a single scratch in 57 battles. In the game, he’s an aggressive all-rounder with a fast nuke and attack boost.

Historical Background

Honda Tadakatsu was a general under Tokugawa Ieyasu, known as “the warrior who defied death”: he fought in 57 battles without sustaining a single wound. His spear, Tonbogiri (“Dragonfly Cutter”), is a legend in Japan.

How to Obtain Honda Tadakatsu

Statues—from seasonal events; these are universal statues.

Skills

Tonbogiri (active): a quick thrust with a short rage cooldown
57 battles without injuries: Attack and Health bonuses for mixed troops
The Strongest Tokugawa: Attack boost after each skill activation
Impenetrable: Chance to dodge some damage with this skill
Expertise: Speeds up the nuke cycle and boosts attack

Skill Priority

5-5-1-1 → 5555. The fast Rage cycle is unlocked at full level.

Talents

“Leadership” + “Skill”: Rage, skill damage, and mixed-unit buffs.

Best Combinations

Honda + Cao Cao

Japanese-Chinese speed duo: two quick Nuka attacks in a row

Honda + Lü Bu

Two legendary warriors of the East: maximum attack on the march

Player Reviews

Feedback: Honda is a “rapid-fire” character. His skill triggers so often that his total damage is impressive even without record-breaking multipliers. Recommended for fans of an aggressive playstyle.

Tips

Honda excels at a fast pace: the more times his skill is activated, the greater his buff. Keep him in combat at all times and don’t let his Rage go to waste.