Is Minamoto no Yoshitsune good in Rise of Kingdoms?

On our current tier lists Minamoto no Yoshitsune is ranked C tier in Swarming.

Who is the best pairing for Minamoto no Yoshitsune?

The best partners for Minamoto no Yoshitsune are Huo Qubing, Baibars, and Cao Cao.

What is the best talent build for Minamoto no Yoshitsune?

Our Peacekeeping build for Minamoto no Yoshitsune puts most points in the Peacekeeping tree.

In what order should I upgrade the skills of Minamoto no Yoshitsune?

Level them in this order: Kyohachiryu (skill 1), then Trial in Kurama-dera (skill 2), then Master of Kendo (skill 3), then Warlord (skill 4).

How many skill levels does Minamoto no Yoshitsune need?

Minamoto no Yoshitsune is usable from skill levels 5-5-1-1.

What troop type is Minamoto no Yoshitsune?

Minamoto no Yoshitsune is a Legendary Cavalry commander.

Legendary

Cavalry Skill damage Released 2018

Minamoto no Yoshitsune

Kamakura's Warlord

I can only repay you in my next life, Fujiwara no Hidehira.

Minamoto no Yoshitsune is C tier in Swarming on our current tier lists. Best paired with Huo Qubing and Baibars.

Refreshed November 3, 2026 Last change October 7, 2026

Open in Talent Tree Maker

Tier by mode

- - Field - - Rally - - Garrison

C Swarming

Upgrade order

Skill 1, then 2, then 3, then 4

Minimum investment

Usable from these levels

Best build

Skill tree for big single target nukes, cav damage on the side. Early KvK only.

Feral NatureRejuvenateClarityDragon SaberUndying Fury

Talents Cavalry 32 Skill 42 74 points

32 Cavalry

0 Peacekeeping

42 Skill

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Skills

Skill at a glance

Active skill Skill 1

Kyohachiryu

Rage requirement: 1000

Single target
Lasts 2s
50% chance

Deals direct damage to a target troop (Damage Factor 1400). This skill has a 50% chance to deal additional damage (Damage Factor 600) to the target every second for the next 2 seconds.

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Additional Damage Factor

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Opening preview

The ringed troop is the skill target: it takes the hit and any effect that follows. Drag to turn the view.

Direct damage

Questions about Minamoto no Yoshitsune

Is Minamoto no Yoshitsune good in Rise of Kingdoms?: On our current tier lists Minamoto no Yoshitsune is ranked C tier in Swarming.
Who is the best pairing for Minamoto no Yoshitsune?: The best partners for Minamoto no Yoshitsune are Huo Qubing, Baibars, and Cao Cao.
What is the best talent build for Minamoto no Yoshitsune?: Our Peacekeeping build for Minamoto no Yoshitsune puts most points in the Peacekeeping tree.
In what order should I upgrade the skills of Minamoto no Yoshitsune?: Level them in this order: Kyohachiryu (skill 1), then Trial in Kurama-dera (skill 2), then Master of Kendo (skill 3), then Warlord (skill 4).
How many skill levels does Minamoto no Yoshitsune need?: Minamoto no Yoshitsune is usable from skill levels 5-5-1-1.
What troop type is Minamoto no Yoshitsune?: Minamoto no Yoshitsune is a Legendary Cavalry commander.