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

Information is current as of August 2026.

Сципион Эмилиан — командир Rise of Kingdoms

Scipio Aemilian- Legendary Commander in Rise of Kingdoms (Infantry, Conquest and Leadership specializations). The Destroyer of Carthage is a versatile meta infantryman: it strengthens mixed squads, deals consistent damage, and is useful in any combination. A common choice for the “second legendary” for infantry.

Historical background

Scipio Aemilianus - Roman commander, in 146 BC. e. took and destroyed Carthage, ending the Third Punic War. Patron of the historian Polybius and the circle of the Scipios.

How to get Scipio Aemilianus

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

Skills

Fall of Carthage (active):target damage and unit attack boost
Roman discipline:attack and health bonuses for infantry, growing in a mixed squad
Heir to the Scipios:increased skill damage and defense
Circle of Scipio:auras of support for nearby allied units
Expertise:enhances nuke and mixed buffs

Leveling priority

5-5-1-1 → 5555. Its versatility makes it a safe statue investment.

Talents

“Infantry” + “Leadership”: attack, health, strengthening of mixed troops.

Best connections

Scipio Emilian + Chok Zhungyong

meta-pair: Scipio's buffs reveal CJ's nuke

Scipio Emilian + Guan Yu

option for those who do not have Leonid: stable damage plus fan

Player reviews

Reviews: Scipio is “a commander without weak points.” Not the best at anything, but top at almost everything. Players recommend it to those who cannot decide on an infantry team.

Adviсe

Scipio loves mixed units - don't be afraid to add some other troops to the infantry for his buffs. Universal: field, rally, support - useful everywhere.