About Arabia openings

Age of Empires II: DE II - Discussion
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I used to play on Arena only but want to give Arabia a try. I need tips about the current meta.

  1. Are Drush or Man-at-Arms openings worth it in Arabia if my civ doesn’t have bonuses for them? What about pre-mill or post-mill Drush? I dislike getting tower rushed, so I wish to use the Militia to prevent it just in case.

  2. I never push deer or funnel chickens. I don’t care how necessary it is. So, is it better to mill them or just ignore them in this case?

  3. I mostly play with Turks and have no idea what to do in Arabia. On Arena, it’s either a 26 pop Scout opening or a 27 pop Janissary opening for me. Should I try Fast Castle on Arabia too?

  4. Are Persian TC dropping and Teuton Tower rushes cheating? What should I do against them?

  5. Should I use the Long Swordsman against Eagle Warriors, Jian Swordsmen, or Fire Lancers, or is it better to wait until the Imperial Age and get Hand Cannoneers?