Malay — Civilization Overview

Naval civilization

Malay emblem

The Malay are a Naval civilization in Age of Empires 2. Their unique unit is the Karambit Warrior. Below is the full civilization overview — bonuses, team bonus, unique units and unique technologies, straight from the game data.

Civilization Bonuses

  • Advancing to the next Age is +66% faster
  • Infantry armor upgrades free
  • Battle Elephants cost -25/35% in Castle/Imperial Age
  • Fish Traps cost -33% and provide +200% food

Team Bonus

Docks +6 line of sight

Unique Units

Karambit Warrior
Karambit Warrior · Infantry Malay unique Infantry that only takes half population space. Strong in high numbers. Weak vs. Cavalry and Ranged Soldiers.

Unique Technologies

Thalassocracy Docks are upgraded to Harbors
Forced Levy Militia-line gold cost is replaced by additional food cost

Playing against the Malay? Look up any of their units in the interactive app to see exactly what counters them — with bonus-damage values.

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