Trebuchet/Stronghold Crusader

The trebuchet is a massive siege engine that can be used to fling rocks at enemy structures from a distance. Its stones are also much more powerful due to its construction, capable of instantly killing any unit. Its counterpart is the catapult, with which the trebuchet also shares many similarities.
As all ground siege engines, an engineer must construct them in a pre-placed siege tent. Once built, the trebuchet cannot be moved, necessitating some defense. Three engineers are used to operate the engine, in addition to its dedicated supply that must be replenished with stone from the stockpile.
Deceased cattle can also be hurled with the trebuchet if a dairy farm is available, which may spread disease clouds in a small area, effective to terrorize workers and soldiers as they pass by.
A common use for the Trebuchet is firing behind walls or natural terrain, as its firing angle allows it to bypass obstacles and hit enemy structures. Caution needs to be used when targeting an area near friendly troops, as a stone can hit a friendly soldier, even near towers during ascent.
The trebuchet hurls its projectiles with very low accuracy, which may be useful in bringing down huge building arrays, but will more than likely hit a different target than intended.
Category:Stronghold Crusader