Best Units - Command An Army Wiki
The troops that actually decide matches right now, why they work, and how to fit them into a loadout you can field every round.
Overview
Command An Army hands you a squad of AI troops and asks which few deserve the field. This page ranks the units that genuinely decide rounds, then explains why, so you spend gems and upgrades without guessing. Use it with the Unit Tier List when you want the full S to C breakdown.
Nothing here is theory. Every pick comes from real matches and the in-game summon screen, covering the main unit families: sword and shield, shieldman, spearman, ranged and cavalry troops, plus the special rare pulls. Keep the Best Classes page handy to match a loadout to your chosen class.
See the Top Units in Action
Watch the strongest troops fight before you trust any ranking. This veteran walkthrough fields the best units, shows how they behave on the frontline, and covers the classes, evolve and ascension systems that make a roster powerful. It pairs naturally with the Evolve Guide once you start pushing a single troop upward.
Why These Units Win
The best units are not simply the rarest. A cheap shieldman that soaks a lane while your ranged line fires freely often beats a flashy special that dies alone. Value comes from role coverage, so build around whatever your squad lacks instead of chasing the newest drop from the New Units Update.
Frontline durability and ranged damage win most fights. Spearmen punish mounted charges, cavalry flanks exposed archers, and specials like the Spartan can carry a whole match when they finally appear. Mix your roles through the Equip Units flow rather than stacking one troop type over and over.
Top Units Compared
This table groups the standouts by the job they do, from dependable common troops to the rare pulls that reshape a fight. Treat it as a shopping list: fill each role once, then pour your upgrades into the entries you actually field. The Rare Units page explains how the specials are obtained.
| Unit | Role | Why It's Strong |
|---|---|---|
| Shieldman | Frontline | Heavy defender that absorbs pressure and protects the troops behind it |
| Spearman | Anti-cavalry | Reach that punishes mounted charges and rushing enemies |
| Archer | Ranged | Steady damage from behind a protected frontline |
| Crossbowman | Ranged | Heavier single shots than a basic archer |
| Berserker | Special melee | High-damage bruiser that the summon pool rarely drops |
| Spartan | Special | Extremely rare pull that can anchor an entire match |
How to Build a Best-Unit Loadout
You can field only a handful of units at a time, so quality beats quantity. Work through the steps below to turn a pile of summons into a formation that covers frontline, ranged and mobility. Then refine survivability with the Biggest Army advice on keeping troops alive.
Open the Units menu
Review every troop you own and check its health, damage and star level before deciding anything.
Tap Equip Best
The Equip Best button auto-fills the strongest units you own, giving you a safe baseline instantly.
Cover each role
Make sure you bring a frontline body, ranged support, and ideally a fast cavalry option for flanks.
Reach level 20
Levelling to 20 unlocks the upgrade and evolution systems, so your picks finally start scaling.
Ascend duplicates
Combine two copies of the same unit to raise its star level and overall power.
The Unit Families to Learn
Every troop you summon belongs to one of a few families, and knowing them is the fastest way to judge a fresh pull. Balance your slots across these families, then use the Class Tier List for the player side of your build.
If a pull does not clearly fit a gap here, it is not worth a slot yet. Store it, keep summoning, and revisit once you have a role it can fill, using the Rare Units page to judge whether a special is worth chasing.
Sword & Shield
Balanced melee with personal protection; the reliable centre of an army.
Shieldman
Heavy defence built to absorb pressure and guard key positions.
Spearman
Anti-cavalry reach that punishes mounted charges and fast rushes.
Ranged
Archers and crossbows that deal damage from behind the line.
Cavalry
Fast flankers made to chase exposed enemies and charge home.
Special Rare
Unique troops like the Spartan that ignore the normal evolution paths.
Best Units Quick Picks
If you want the short version, start here. These are the troops most worth your first serious investment, chosen for reliability rather than hype, and each stays useful as you climb. Verify current stats in game, since balance patches shift numbers, then cross-check the Update Log.
- Shieldman — the cheapest reliable way to hold a lane while allies fire.
- Spearman — your answer to enemy cavalry and fast pushes.
- Archer or Crossbowman — steady ranged damage you keep all game.
- Berserker — a hard-hitting special if your summons are kind.
- Spartan — the rare pull worth building an entire match around.
- Keep a mount ready — cavalry mobility decides flanks and chases.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the single best unit in Command An Army?
There is no universal winner, but a rare Spartan pull anchors most fights once it appears. A reliable shieldman plus ranged support often matters more in practice.
Should I always field the rarest unit I own?
No. Rarity is a stat band, not a guarantee. A well-supported common troop often outperforms a rare one that dies unsupported in the wrong slot.
How many units can I bring into a match?
You field only a few at a time, so pick a frontline, a ranged option and a mobility pick rather than stacking a single troop type repeatedly.
How do I get the special rare units?
They come from the summon system using gems, with very low odds. Redeem codes and finish quests for gems, then check the Codes page.
When should I start upgrading units?
Reach level 20 first, since that unlocks the upgrade and evolution systems. Before then, focus on collecting gems and a broad set of roles.
How do I keep my best units alive?
Protect ranged troops behind a frontline, avoid trickling troops in alone, and keep cavalry back until enemy archers are exposed.
Do balance updates change the rankings?
Yes. Patches regularly shift unit numbers, so check the Update Log and treat any specific tier placement as current-version guidance only.