Slow, but solidly built and heavily armed, the Heavy Galley is perfect for crashing seaside parties in forts. This siege unit is capable of launching bolts at fortifications, easily outranging even Castle Age castles with no fortification upgrades on them, and in a pinch can easily decimate enemy ships and infantry. However, because they are mighty complicated units, they do take some time to construct at home, and their movement speed leaves a great deal to be questioned. Do not train these units on their own, as tempting as it may seem. Build a fleet of Barques and War Galleys, as well as fire vessels, to escort them around - the hefty power of the Heavy Galley will allow it to cover your light ship fleet if facing enemy heavy vessels, while the speed of the Barques will allow you to int