Saṃnāhya

The  unit is special to the Mauryans. Unlocked by the Mounted Warfare technology in the Classical Era.
 * Discription
 * Beyond being large and powerful, elephants of the Maurya provide a large stable platform for archers.

Class and Specialty

 * Ranged-combat unit. Less effective when it can't see its target. Receives a penalty to its combat strength when defending against close-combat attacks.
 * Ranged-combat unit. Less effective when it can't see its target. Receives a penalty to its combat strength when defending against close-combat attacks.


 * Elephant Platform
 * Ignores penalties from fighting in melee.

Upgrades from
Upgrade cost.
 * Archer
 * Markabata (Egyptians)