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

Information is current as of August 2026.

Юстиниан — командир Rise of Kingdoms

Justinian- Legendary commander in Rise of Kingdoms (Cavalry, Skill and Conquest specializations). The Byzantine Emperor is a cavalryman with an emphasis on rallying and holding: strengthens against garrisons and accumulates advantage in long sieges.

Historical background

Justinian I - Byzantine emperor of the 6th century, author of the code of Roman law (Corpus Juris Civilis). Under him, the empire returned Italy and North Africa, and the St. Sophia Cathedral was built in Constantinople.

How to get Justinian

The sculptures are from the events of their season, universal statues.

Skills

Code of laws (active):damage to the target and increased damage to the unit for a while
Reconquista:bonuses to cavalry attack and damage to garrisons
Greek fire:chance to deal additional damage with a skill when attacking a city or object
Eternal Rome:increased defense and health in a protracted siege
Expertise:enhances active skill and anti-garrison bonuses

Leveling priority

5-5-1-1 → 5555 if used for rally. There are stronger options for the field.

Talents

“Cavalry” + “Conquest”: damage to garrisons, attack, rage.

Best connections

Justinian + Attila

Siege Duo: Attila debuff plus Justinian's anti-garrison bonuses

Justinian + Chandragupta

two “siege players” reinforce each other in long rallies

Player reviews

Players write: Justinian is “a specialist, not a generalist.” Shows excellent numbers against cities and flags, average in the open field. It is advised to take it if your kingdom fights in a rally, and not in packs.

Adviсe

Use Justinian strictly for its intended purpose: rally across objects and cities. Don't waste statues on him if you play field cavalry - Xiang Yu and Nevsky are more useful.