The King is countered by Scout Cavalry, Hussar and Archer. It is a special unit.
What counters the King?
Hard counters deal bonus damage against this unit — they beat the King even at a cost disadvantage. Soft counters win the fight through cost-efficiency or mobility, without a dedicated bonus.
| Counter | Type | Why it works |
|---|---|---|
 Scout Cavalry | soft | Fast, can chase down and kill the King |
 Hussar | soft | Fast |
 Archer | soft | Any military unit |
What does the King counter?
The King is not a combat unit — it has no attack bonus and no matchup it is built to win.
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