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

Information is current as of August 2026.

Вильгельм I — командир Rise of Kingdoms

William I- Legendary Commander in Rise of Kingdoms (Cavalry, Conquest, and Skill specializations). William the Conqueror is a pure cavalry nuker: a huge active skill multiplier and gain after killing targets. Fast, angry, deadly.

Historical background

William I the Conqueror was the Duke of Normandy who conquered England after his victory at Hastings in 1066. His coronation changed the history, language and culture of England forever.

How to get Wilhelm I

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

Skills

Hastings (active):powerful direct damage to the target - one of the largest among cavalry
Viking Legacy:cavalry attack and speed bonuses
Norman onslaught:increased skill damage after destroying an enemy unit
Crown of England:chance of additional damage and rage when activating a skill
Expertise:raises the nuke multiplier and strengthens kill chains

Leveling priority

5-5-1-1 → 5555. The first skill at 5 is the whole point of it.

Talents

"Cavalry" + "Skill": skill damage and rage. For raids - mobility nodes.

Best connections

Chandragupta + William I

Chandragupta's damage stacks charge Wilhelm's nuke - rally classic

William I + Xiang Yu

two nukes in a row can take out almost any march in the field

Player reviews

Players call Wilhelm “the sledgehammer of the cavalry”: he killed one, strengthened himself and moved on. They are praised for the speed of punitive raids on collectors. Minus: without protection, dies under focus if he didn’t manage to kill first.

Adviсe

Wilhelm - First Strike Commander: Attack weakened targets and finish them off. Don't lead him into a protracted skirmish against infantry. Excellent for quick attacks in KvK.