Thanks for all the great words and support! My apologies for not making a video for so long. There was just so much going on in my life that I was pretty much unable to make quality content. The plan is to upload more regularly from now on. If there is something in particular that you would like to see (other than civ overviews), just let me know!
a video about micromanagement would be great. I mean : - the purposes of all the commands to move military units - how to use the various stances (attack stance, defend, etc) efficiently with differents units (catapults, cavalery, etc) - how to defend ourself using micromanagement when ennemy attack. That would be just great !!! I've learned so much thanks to your videos, thank you a lot !!!!
2 year break, but its good you are doing well and able too make videos again. I watched all your videos last year then got to the end like umm hope this continues. glad to see you back not many covering this classic.
I don't really feel comfortable asking people for money. I really just do the channel for fun. My schedule also currently does not allow for regular video's unfortumately. If the channel grows and my audience becomes more demanding I might consider this, though.
Nice one! I really appreciate you taking the time to make some historical research and give some context, and the methodical approach to the civ review itself..
It's good to see you again. Amazing content. I am also happy that there are some people who still loves this awesome game. It's really fun to see content from AoE I
Fun fact: there are no contemporary sources from the "Spartan military age", that actually define them as a military power. They did have better training, of course, but nothing that couldn't be stopped by the other armies in the area. The "spartan mirage" concept defines this imaginary relationship they had to war, and justifies it with the fact that most of the sources from the period were foreigners to Sparta itself. There is, however, substancial ammount of info that can link this "military power myth" to their political prowess. Also, since we're in this topic, the battle at Thermopylae was definitely not intended to happen as it did. It was a small party, about 15k strong, which was supposed to fortify the area and wait for reinforcements (having said that, the fact they stood their ground in the face of such an extraordinary defeat is remarkable, even for a politically inclined nation).
Woah, I only just discovered your channel recently. Wonderful to see you're still playing. Many thanks for all the great videos. It's been a great source to learn more about AoE!
I'm actually learning more with these functions you came up with than with engineering. They were useful to me as an example on how to apply the mathematical concepts in practice. Great analisis. I enjoyed the Great attention given to analyzing the actual benefits of the civ's advantages
Glad to see you back! Just found your channel and been binge watching all your videos since I just bought AoE:DE 2 days ago. I'm learning a lot, keep it up man!
Fun video! I want to mention that the image used at 4:41 is a drawing of Alexander the Great's army. They used those super long pikes. Typical Greek spears were shorter.
Glad to see you back. Wondered if you were OK or if you would ever come back. I like playing as Greeks for the hoplite and ballista combo. I do wonder though if they should have access to the melee chariots or if that would ruin the uniqueness of the civ
@@AOETips Mycenean chariots? Were they not a thing? I suppose even if they were they weren't as much of a thing as with the Hittites or Ancient Egypt etc.. just a shame the Greeks are considered one of the worst in the game!
Hi !!! a video about micromanagement would be great. I mean : - the purposes of all the commands to move military units - how to use the various stances (attack stance, defend, etc) efficiently with differents units (catapults, cavalery, etc) - how to defend ourself using micromanagement when ennemy attack. That would be just great !!! I've learned so much thanks to your videos, thank you a lot !!!!
The story about the battle of Marathont hat you covered is the myth version. In reality the Persians retreated back to the sea strategically. The idea was to make the Greeks believe that they won the battle, while the Persian army sailed to Athens for a direct raid. The Greek commander in charge however, was suspicious of the sudden retreat and so the entire Greek army ran back to the city of Athens on foot while carrying their full battle equipment. In the end the Greeks got there first, forcing the Persians to abandon their attack. This is where the Hoplite civilian bonus originates from. Great video though! In particular I liked the analysis from a mathematical standpoint.
3:15 it's modern day Ukraine, include Crimea. I live in city of Mykolaiv on the south, and we have Pontic Olbia - the remains of ancient Greek city. You can look it up on internet
I heavily recommend splitting these videos into separate historical and a gameplay videos. For example, I've no real interest in hearing the history part when it comes to Greece because I already know it extensively. It will also focus the video topic more. But that's just my suggestion, do what you want.
Usually I'm playing 4v4 with no rush 20 mins rules. Pretty much fight happens in the last age/end game. Roman is my go to civ, but not sure should I switch to Greek or no. Legion is cheaper, but 1 Centurion can take least 2-3 Legion units as far as I saw. Any suggestion?
Feedback: As much as don't mind math, I imagine a lot of people do. Especially going into integrals things just get messy to look at. I think narrowing down the explanations wouldn't hurt. "I used this math to get this result, making the greek bonus only have a 6% bonus in food over time"
@@__-dg8sb It is! But keep in mind this is supposed to outline the civ, possibly for beginners. To make the game seem like you need to know integrals to know the strengths and weaknesses of each civ, isn't super attractive.
You are perhaps right, I wasn't sure what to do, but in the end just decided to keep it. Fortunately, a lot of civs don't have bonuses that require such theoretical analysis :).
The Greeks are one of the weakest civs in the game.... on random map that is. On Death Match they're almost invincible. But still they should have added metallurgy and perhaps even composite bowmen for the Greek. Historically they had real good bowmen despite being hoplite warfare specialists.
*The Return Of The King*
Thanks for all the great words and support! My apologies for not making a video for so long. There was just so much going on in my life that I was pretty much unable to make quality content. The plan is to upload more regularly from now on. If there is something in particular that you would like to see (other than civ overviews), just let me know!
a video about micromanagement would be great.
I mean :
- the purposes of all the commands to move military units
- how to use the various stances (attack stance, defend, etc) efficiently with differents units (catapults, cavalery, etc)
- how to defend ourself using micromanagement when ennemy attack.
That would be just great !!!
I've learned so much thanks to your videos, thank you a lot !!!!
Age live streams, sub games, strats
Anything you do is a blessing 🧡
Welcome back!
Pretty solid content I have to say, your videos worth a lot!
Greetings from modern Greece
I never thought he would come back
Discovered your channel yesterday! What a great coincidence.
2 year break, but its good you are doing well and able too make videos again. I watched all your videos last year then got to the end like umm hope this continues. glad to see you back not many covering this classic.
Hats off! I came looking for tips and ended learning history. So grateful. Keep the supreme quality content and why not a Patreon
I don't really feel comfortable asking people for money. I really just do the channel for fun. My schedule also currently does not allow for regular video's unfortumately. If the channel grows and my audience becomes more demanding I might consider this, though.
Nice one! I really appreciate you taking the time to make some historical research and give some context, and the methodical approach to the civ review itself..
It's good to see you again. Amazing content. I am also happy that there are some people who still loves this awesome game. It's really fun to see content from AoE I
Fun fact: there are no contemporary sources from the "Spartan military age", that actually define them as a military power. They did have better training, of course, but nothing that couldn't be stopped by the other armies in the area. The "spartan mirage" concept defines this imaginary relationship they had to war, and justifies it with the fact that most of the sources from the period were foreigners to Sparta itself. There is, however, substancial ammount of info that can link this "military power myth" to their political prowess.
Also, since we're in this topic, the battle at Thermopylae was definitely not intended to happen as it did. It was a small party, about 15k strong, which was supposed to fortify the area and wait for reinforcements (having said that, the fact they stood their ground in the face of such an extraordinary defeat is remarkable, even for a politically inclined nation).
Woah, I only just discovered your channel recently. Wonderful to see you're still playing. Many thanks for all the great videos. It's been a great source to learn more about AoE!
Fantastic video. Loved the history overview and the statistical analysis!
I'm actually learning more with these functions you came up with than with engineering. They were useful to me as an example on how to apply the mathematical concepts in practice.
Great analisis. I enjoyed the Great attention given to analyzing the actual benefits of the civ's advantages
Yikes! I was just getting curious at civ overviews for AoE1:DE, and I see your new video today!!
My first aoe game was the original and I appreciate the time and effort put into doing these for this game.
I don't mind you taking your time with it.
Thank you so much for the review! I'm so glad to have you back and I am looking forward to your future content!
Glad to see you back! Just found your channel and been binge watching all your videos since I just bought AoE:DE 2 days ago. I'm learning a lot, keep it up man!
You’re back! I’m so glad. :D
This channel is so underrated, fantastic history and gaming content.
wow i subbed like week ago in case you ever upload and you actually did wow
I can listen you your voice for hours. Great content!
Fun video! I want to mention that the image used at 4:41 is a drawing of Alexander the Great's army. They used those super long pikes. Typical Greek spears were shorter.
Glad to see you back. Wondered if you were OK or if you would ever come back. I like playing as Greeks for the hoplite and ballista combo. I do wonder though if they should have access to the melee chariots or if that would ruin the uniqueness of the civ
I think it would ruin the uniqueness. Besides, I don't think it would make much sense historically.
@@AOETips Mycenean chariots? Were they not a thing? I suppose even if they were they weren't as much of a thing as with the Hittites or Ancient Egypt etc.. just a shame the Greeks are considered one of the worst in the game!
Hi !!!
a video about micromanagement would be great.
I mean :
- the purposes of all the commands to move military units
- how to use the various stances (attack stance, defend, etc) efficiently with differents units (catapults, cavalery, etc)
- how to defend ourself using micromanagement when ennemy attack.
That would be just great !!!
I've learned so much thanks to your videos, thank you a lot !!!!
welcome back! I sorely missed your content
Scientific approach to study AOE DE.... Thumb up
Nice content man!
Welcome back. It would be nice if you did some videos where you do some multiplayer commentary like you once did.
Please keep making these, they are awesome!
The legend himself
Said by the legend.
HOLY SHIT, welcome back!
i'd be thrilled to see you cover the shang civ ;; miss your content dude!
my man finally returns to give us content
king shit
Good thing I stay subbed to you or else I would have missed this new vid.
The story about the battle of Marathont hat you covered is the myth version. In reality the Persians retreated back to the sea strategically. The idea was to make the Greeks believe that they won the battle, while the Persian army sailed to Athens for a direct raid. The Greek commander in charge however, was suspicious of the sudden retreat and so the entire Greek army ran back to the city of Athens on foot while carrying their full battle equipment. In the end the Greeks got there first, forcing the Persians to abandon their attack. This is where the Hoplite civilian bonus originates from.
Great video though! In particular I liked the analysis from a mathematical standpoint.
good overview man! i love the history lessons on the beginning! keep it up
Alexander is the Gengis Khan of Ancient Asia
Glad you're back!
We miss you AoeTips i hope you come back soon with more videos
He's BACK!!! YISSS!!
best movies about AoE1/DE - please continue :)
Thanks for the video!
Came for the AOE video, stayed for the math
300 is a 100% historically accurate movie because it's exactly how the Spartans would've described the battle
this was magnificent!
nice to see you back
Awesome, glad to see your back. What are your thoughts on the Babylonians after the last update
Its nice to add also 10% faster dock from feudal age like tc!!!
The wait was well worth it
Your videos are great!
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I really enjoy your civ overviews! Do you plan on making an overview for all of them?
Hi dad!! Glad you’re back
Yessssss
Hope thats not the last one
Will you also make video for the Return of Rome civilizations?
3:15 it's modern day Ukraine, include Crimea. I live in city of Mykolaiv on the south, and we have Pontic Olbia - the remains of ancient Greek city. You can look it up on internet
I heavily recommend splitting these videos into separate historical and a gameplay videos. For example, I've no real interest in hearing the history part when it comes to Greece because I already know it extensively. It will also focus the video topic more.
But that's just my suggestion, do what you want.
Welcome back. Please don't go again.
Usually I'm playing 4v4 with no rush 20 mins rules. Pretty much fight happens in the last age/end game. Roman is my go to civ, but not sure should I switch to Greek or no. Legion is cheaper, but 1 Centurion can take least 2-3 Legion units as far as I saw. Any suggestion?
Feedback: As much as don't mind math, I imagine a lot of people do. Especially going into integrals things just get messy to look at. I think narrowing down the explanations wouldn't hurt. "I used this math to get this result, making the greek bonus only have a 6% bonus in food over time"
I have yet to see anyone complain about it so i think its fine
For me is so impressing that he uses math to complement his points.
@@__-dg8sb It is! But keep in mind this is supposed to outline the civ, possibly for beginners. To make the game seem like you need to know integrals to know the strengths and weaknesses of each civ, isn't super attractive.
You are perhaps right, I wasn't sure what to do, but in the end just decided to keep it. Fortunately, a lot of civs don't have bonuses that require such theoretical analysis :).
welcome back!
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Am i dreaming??!.....yeah no way this is too good to be true i dont deserve this at all
Pog
Spent too much time on the fishing
The Greeks are one of the weakest civs in the game.... on random map that is. On Death Match they're almost invincible. But still they should have added metallurgy and perhaps even composite bowmen for the Greek. Historically they had real good bowmen despite being hoplite warfare specialists.
In all the campaigns you get some improved and composite bowlen, although you cannot hire them yourself
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