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Order of the Dragon AoE4: The Hidden Weakness drops in current balance discussions. Players revisit it after new patch notes.
Order of the Dragon AoE4: The Hidden Weakness is a consistent late-game pressure flaw. Research shows it struggles against fast anti-cavalry and dense walls. Units overheat quickly and die fast in extended fights.
How the mechanic actually works. Studies indicate the Order gains power in straight pushes but lacks flexible retreat timing. Hit-and-run raids expose slow repositioning and thin skirmisher lines. Map control and ranged siege punish narrow approaches.
Use mixed troops and wide maps to soften the Order early. This simple adjustment turns their strength into a slow, predictable advance.
How can I test this weakness in practice?
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Run small skirmishes versus Knights before committing to a full push.
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Watch repair times and repositioning delays after first contact.
Does this change in later Age upgrades?
Yes, higher Age units remain slow and costly, making timing windows even tighter.
