Elven Archer (Warcraft II)

Out of the mysterious forests of Quel'thalas come the Elven Archers to aid the Alliance in its darkest hour. Descendants of the elder race of Lordaeron, these sylvan woodsmen are unmatched in their use of the bow. Unencumbered by helm or heavy armor, Archers are keen of eye and fleet of foot. These Elves have long been embroiled in a bloody conflict with the hated Trolls of Lordaeron and are swift to let loose a rain of arrows upon any foe, including those that attack from the skies above.Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness manual, Alliance Ground Units, Elven Archer
== Information ==
* Elven Archers are support units whose roles include providing mobile defense against Dragons and Goblin Sappers as well as driving away Goblin Zeppelins, Transports and Giant Turtles.
* While substantially weaker than Guard Towers, Archers are cheaper and mobile, allowing them to respond quickly to sudden threats and concentrate their fire.
* They fare poorly in a straight-up fight against Grunts or Ogres unless protected by other units, buildings or terrain. Even Peons can present a threat to non-upgraded Archers.
== Upgrades ==
;Upgrade Arrows (Damage +1)
:Increases the piercing attack damage of Elven Archers and Elven Rangers by +1.
Research Cost	Researched At 	Upgrade Time
300 300 	Elven Lumber Mill	200 secs.
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;Upgrade Arrows (Damage +1)
:Further increases the piercing attack damage of Elven Archers and Elven Rangers by +1.
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Research Cost	Researched At 	Upgrade Time
900 500 	Elven Lumber Mill	250 secs.
;Elven Ranger Training
:Upgrades Elven Archers to Elven Rangers.
Research Cost	Researched At 	Upgrade Time
1500 	Elven Lumber Mill	250 secs.
==Quotes==
*See Warcraft II Elven Archer quotes
==References==
Category:High elf characters
Category:Archers