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How to read this page
Most of the elements describing the creature should be quite familiar. However, if they're not, here's what you should know:
- The Attributes panel presents the creature's attack, defense and such. Position your mouse over an element to display the tooltip if you're not familiar with the icon.
- The Economics panel shows the cost of the unit, and its weekly growth rate.
- Move your mouse over the abilities to show the description popup.
- Casters have a spellbook: it opens as a popup to show the creature's spells. The little icon next to the spell name represents the creature's mastery of that spell, ranked from None to Expert. Click on a spell to go to the corresponding spell page.
- The Experience value is the amount of experience your hero will gain when killing one creature of that type.
- The Power Rating is a global indicator of the creature power. It allows you to roughly compare different creatures, even if, of course, there's no such thing as a unique strategy and power ladder in Heroes 5!!
Academy - Level 1 Gremlin |
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| Creatures born as result of magical experiments on captured goblins, Gremlins are more clever and tractable than their progenitors. The most common creature in the Wizards' army, they prefer to fight from a distance using primitive projectile weapons fuelled by explosive spells. Their clumsy hand-held mortars are sturdy, and during melee Gremlins use them as metal clubs. | ||
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ShooterThis creature can inflict damage remotely. When distance to target is longer than half the arena, the target suffers only half the normal damage. Shooter cannot use ranged attack when blocked by enemy creature. If there's no Ammo Cart in the army, the number of shots is limited by available ammo..
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| The hopeful element in the Gremlin's despondent-looking statistics is the fact that it is a ranged attacker - invaluable for clearing the map early of neutrals. 5 shots are perhaps just enough for early fights, while its initiative is acceptable for a level 1 creature - though its attack and defense ratings could use a boost. | Shooter
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Academy - Level 1 Upgrade Master Gremlin |
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| Gremlins that have distinguished themselves on the battlefield may be awarded the rank of Master Gremlin. They are taught how to repair various mechanisms (ballista, golems, etc). | ||
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ShooterThis creature can inflict damage remotely. When distance to target is longer than half the arena, the target suffers only half the normal damage. Shooter cannot use ranged attack when blocked by enemy creature. If there's no Ammo Cart in the army, the number of shots is limited by available ammo..
RepairThis creature can repair friendly mechanical creatures (Golems) and war machines once per combat (activated ability).Repaired hit points are equal to 5 times the number of creatures in the repairing stack..
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| The Master Gremlin answers the call of the Gremlin's attacking woes - an extra attack point and a whopping added 4 initiative, allow it to deal considerably more damage in combat. It also improves number of shots, speed and Hit Points considerably. This is definitely a must-upgrade creature. It also repairs War Machines and Golems. All this for just 35 gold. | Shooter
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Academy - Level 2 Stone Gargoyle |
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| Gargoyles are statues of flying creatures animated by magic. Wizards treat these creatures with care, due to their ability to fly and their power to smash their foes with massive stone slabs. Stone gargoyles are immune to lightning spells. | ||
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FlyerThis creature can move on to any free tile on the battlefield during its turn, regardless of the obstacles in the way..
ElementalThis creature is not alive and cannot be affected by Poison-, Blind- or Mind-related magic. Nor can it be resurrected or healed with First Aid Tent..
EnragedThis creature's attack increases during combat when any friendly unit dies (except resurrected creatures or creatures summoned to battlefield by magic).The increase is proportional to the killed stack relative power in the army..
Immunity to LightningLightning cannot harm this creature..
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| Chastised for its unorthodox appearance, the Stone Gargoyle wouldn't attract much better appraisals for its statistics. Aside from Hit Points, all other values are dismal, making it a fairly disposable unit - a defensive wall for valued ranger/spellcasters - its defense is particularly good. | Flyer
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Academy - Level 3 Iron Golem |
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| Golems are ancient magical constructs that are used as primary battle units by the Silver Cities. Golems are armed with two long curved swords, and their substance is their armour. Iron golems are impervious to slowing effects - they really can't get much slower - and are well protected against magic (all damage from such attacks is halved). | ||
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MechanicalThis creature is not alive (like all Golems) and its morale is always neutral. It cannot be affected by Poison-, Blind- or Mind-related magic. These creatures cannot be resurrected or healed by First Aid Tent..
Immunity to SlowThis creature cannot be slowed down..
Magic-proof 50%Attacking spells inflict 50% less damage to this creature..
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| Even though they are immune to slow, the difference would be minimal anyway. Their attack and defense values are fairly good, their damage is average, and their Hit Points leave something to be desired. Luckily, they are not pricey, but you'd be advised to wait for the upgrade anyway. | Walker
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Academy - Level 3 Upgrade Steel Golem |
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| Steel golems are carefully enchanted by their creators. They are almost impervious to magic (receiving only quarter of damage from magical attacks) and far more deadly than the lesser iron golems in combat, as they retaliate immediately any time they are attacked. | ||
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MechanicalThis creature is not alive (like all Golems) and its morale is always neutral. It cannot be affected by Poison-, Blind- or Mind-related magic. These creatures cannot be resurrected or healed by First Aid Tent..
Immunity to SlowThis creature cannot be slowed down..
Magic-proof 75%Attacking spells inflict 75% less damage to this creature..
Unlimited RetaliationCreature always retaliates after melee attacks by enemies except when attacked by creatures with No Enemy Retaliation ability..
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| Most of the statistical upgrades would appear to be in vain if it weren't for the perhaps overlooked unlimited retaliation ability. All statistics in correlation with damage and Hit Points have been increased, making the Steel Golem more of a target for spells. But wait! They are 75% immune! Steel Golems are surprisingly difficult to dispose of without taking losses yourself - this is why they attract a lot of ranged fire. Unfortunately, you won't usually be able to use them proactively due to their speed and initiative. | Walker
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Academy - Level 4 Mage |
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| Some of the Wizards of the Silver Cities serve in the army. They are weak in close combat, being armed only with a dagger and unskilled at melee fighting. This weakness, however, is more than compensated for by the power of their spells. They can fire blasts of pure magical energy that damage any creature in their way - including friendly ones. They also carry scrolls with additional spells on them. | ||
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ShooterThis creature can inflict damage remotely. When distance to target is longer than half the arena, the target suffers only half the normal damage. Shooter cannot use ranged attack when blocked by enemy creature. If there's no Ammo Cart in the army, the number of shots is limited by available ammo..
No Range PenaltyShooter has no penalty for damage inflicted during ranged attack, provided the range is over half the arena..
CasterThis creature can use a set of magical spells similar to those cast by heroes. Mana reserve is limited but always set to maximum at the beginning of combat. Spellpower depends on the number of creatures (activated ability)..
Magic AttackCreature hits all creatures in the line of attack with its shot, including friendly ones..
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| The Mage, despite its poor Hit Points and damage, is quite a dangerous creature. It is capable of dealing sizeable amounts of damage without getting hurt itself - being a shooter/spellcaster. Its line attack should be made use of, and is a neat method of disposing of war machines. When it is engaged, however, they are dealt with quickly and easily. Make sure to place them wisely so as not to damage your own creatures. | Caster/Shooter
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Academy - Level 5 Djinn |
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| Djinns are ancient elemental spirits whom the Wizards can summon and magically bind to their person. Once a Djinn is thus bound, he cannot retreat, and will protect his master until all his vital energy is consumed. Djinns are very useful on the battlefield, but their magical essence makes them chaotic and unpredictable. It is impossible to predict which spell a Djinn will use against the enemy, but it is sure, at least, that they won't turn against their friends. Spellcasting is not Djinn's sole task on the battlefield, as they can also engage in melee with their heavy scimitars. | ||
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Large CreatureThis creature takes 2x2 squares on the battlefield..
FlyerThis creature can move on to any free tile on the battlefield during its turn, regardless of the obstacles in the way..
Random CasterCreature casts a random spell at the selected target. Spells can be cast at both friendly (positive effect spells) and enemy (negative effect spells) creatures (activated ability).Spells are cast with advanced mastery. Djinns cast only level 1-3 Dark Magic curses on enemy troops. Djinn Sultans cast level 1-3 Light Magic blessings on friendly troops as well. Each stack can use 3 such actions..
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| The Djinn is more a melee creature than a spellcaster due to the player's inability to create strict strategies with them. While they have below average attack and defense ratings and Hit Points, their high initiative, damage and speed are good compensation, meaning they are powerful attackers; though they might not be around long to keep dealing damage. | Flyer
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Academy - Level 5 Upgrade Djinn Sultan |
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| Djinn Sultans not only use harmful spells against enemies, but also cast beneficial spells on their friends. However, as with the normal Djinns, the spells themselves are unpredictable. | ||
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Large CreatureThis creature takes 2x2 squares on the battlefield..
FlyerThis creature can move on to any free tile on the battlefield during its turn, regardless of the obstacles in the way..
Random CasterCreature casts a random spell at the selected target. Spells can be cast at both friendly (positive effect spells) and enemy (negative effect spells) creatures (activated ability).Spells are cast with advanced mastery. Djinns cast only level 1-3 Dark Magic curses on enemy troops. Djinn Sultans cast level 1-3 Light Magic blessings on friendly troops as well. Each stack can use 3 such actions..
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| A nice strategy to undertake is to weaken the enemy with a random Dark spell and attack them on the next action. This is more pertinent for slower creatures, but due to the Djinn Sultan's small Hit Point increase, it may be necessary to ensure their continued existence in combat. Their damage is the highest of any level 5, and while their initative remains the same, their speed has increased to a lightning 8. They are a financially draining enterprise, however, and should only be invested in if other upgrades like the Arch Mage and Master Gremlin have been explored. | Flyer
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Academy - Level 6 Rakshasa Rani |
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| Vengeful spirits from a forgotten age, the Rakshasas have lingered on the fringes of Ashan for millennia. Thirsty for revenge, these creatures have been rediscovered by Wizard travellers who - after many unsuccessful attempts - managed to summon and control them efficiently. The Rakshasa Rani are an imposing force on the battlefield, intimidating the enemy with their multi-armed, lion-headed bodies and wickedly sharpened blades. So fearful are their attacks that the enemy is unable to retaliate against them. | ||
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Large CreatureThis creature takes 2x2 squares on the battlefield..
No Enemy RetaliationEnemies never retaliate after melee attacks by creatures with this ability..
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| While bereft of any abilities aside from the respectable No Retaliation, the Rakshasa Rani is a good attacking power. Speed and Initiative are both on par with the level, as are Hit Points. They are quite sturdy due to the No Retaliation, though quite susceptible to ranged attacks due to their low defense - a pain they don't have to endure in a melee. | Walker
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Academy - Level 6 Upgrade Rakshasa Raja |
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| The Rakshasa Raja is as daunting a foe as the Rakshasa Rani, but in addition has the ability to move with sudden speed when he must. | ||
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Large CreatureThis creature takes 2x2 squares on the battlefield..
No Enemy RetaliationEnemies never retaliate after melee attacks by creatures with this ability..
DashAfter using this ability creature misses one turn but is able to make turns more often (activated ability).The unit initiative is doubled for its next 3 actions..
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| The Rakshasa Raja is a nice and moderately-priced upgrade. Again an expected number of Hit Points and Speed for its level, though its initiative has actually dropped. The Raja is an excellent offensive unit, however, dealing the second most average damage for a level 6 unit, having great attack, and the No Retaliation special to boot. Its sizeable amount of Hit Points compensate somewhat for its sub-par defence. It is a solid upgrade, but not spectacular - though cheap for a level 6. | Walker
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Academy - Level 7 Colossus |
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| Colossi are the most powerful creatures that can be built or summoned by the Wizards. They are created using the same basic method as golems, but on a much larger scale. Each Colossus also hosts a figment of the soul of his creator. This unwavering will makes them immune to mind-controlling magic, assuring the Wizards of their unquestionable loyalty. Not fond of weapons, Colossi deal heavy blows to their opponents using their massive hands and close combat feats. | ||
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Large CreatureThis creature takes 2x2 squares on the battlefield..
Immunity to Mind ControlThis creature is immune to mind-affecting spells..
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| The main liability of the Colossus is its inability to attack from range and moderately low Hit Points. It is the only level 7 creature that cannot shoot or fly; and while it deals good damage, it is only ever triggered in a melee, which means it has either been besieged or taken a turn to reach the enemy - not good for stack numbers. | Walker
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Academy Analysis (by ThE_HyDrA)
Walker: 5Shooter: 5
Flyer: 4
Spellcaster/-: 4
Total Orientation: Enjoying an almost perfect balance across all four offensive areas, the Academy creatures are particularly suited to a long range attack, possessing as many shooters as walkers. In addition to this, there are also 2 spellcasters to complement the shooters, as well as 2 flyers to shut down the opponent's ranged attack if need be. An excellent blend of powerful high-level creatures and damaging mid to low level creatures enable the Academy to initiate it's attacks quickly and allowing it almost infinite possibilities in attack (perhaps not so in defence).
This information comes from the Heroes V release version (v2.1).
Thanks to sfidanza for the work on this page.
Thanks to Lord_Crusader for the pictures!
Thanks to ThE_HyDrA for creating and looking after the Heroes 5 section of Age of Heroes!
Academy Intro
The Academy has returned to its grassroots with a more middle-eastern themed town set in the deserts, and thus it reflects the art style and clothing of its creatures. The Academy line-up remains largely familiar, the only change being the many-armed snake woman for the many-armed lion-man. The Rakshasa is a new creature to the series that reflects the middle-eastern mythology associated with the town. The Academy, traditionally a strong spellcasting town, have continued the trend with the Genie and the Mage occupying levels 4 and 5 for two strong, mid-level spellcasters. Their ranged capability is also powerful, as in Heroes IV with both Gremlins, Mages and Titans able to fire shots at long range. A predominantly unchanged line-up ensures a fairly familiar town for Academy players.