War Elephant (Age of Empires II)

The War Elephant is a unit unique to the Persians and is effective against enemy buildings, cavalry and other units. War Elephants are available in the Castle once the Castle Age is reached and can be upgraded to Elite War Elephants during the Imperial Age.

Although War Eelphants are tough and durable, they move slowly and are vulnerable to units that deals damage at long range. Because of its slow speed, these units are vulnerable to enemy Pikemen/Spearmen and fell easily under Cavalry Archers. They can be easily converted by enemy monks, so they should always be deployed with an escort. War Elephants may be upgraded to an elite version that deals trample damage. This, coupled with their high durability, makes them excellent for pitched battles. It also aids them in knocking down large sections of walls.