--- title: "The Romans and Their Advantages" description: "The Romans and Their Advantages" url: https://support.travian.com/en/articles/5-the-romans-and-their-advantages collection: "Tribes" updated: 2026-10-26 language: en alternates: [pl, de, fr, tr, cs, es, it, ar, pt, ru] --- # The Romans and Their Advantages The Romans and Their Advantages ### Overview The **Romans** are a disciplined and advanced civilization, known for their **social organization**, **technological achievements**, and **elite troops**. They are the **easiest tribe for newcomers**, offering a **balanced mix** of offensive and defensive potential. Roman troops are well-rounded — their **infantry is among the strongest** in _Travian: Legends_, while their **cavalry is average** but reliable. This versatility comes at a cost: **training times are long** and **unit upkeep is expensive**, making planning and efficiency essential. > The Romans are ideal for **new players** who prefer balanced gameplay and want to learn both offense and defense effectively. * * * ### Playstyle Tips - Take advantage of the **simultaneous construction** feature — you can upgrade a **building and a resource field at the same time**. - Focus on **infantry strength** for both offense and defense early in the game. - Invest in the **Horse Drinking Trough** to reduce cavalry crop consumption and maintain a strong army efficiently. - Balance your economy — long training times and high costs mean you’ll need **steady resource income**. - Avoid overextending early; Romans reward **patience and precision**. * * * ### Special Features

Simultaneous Construction	Can build one resource field and one building at the same time.
City Wall	Provides the highest defense bonus of all tribes.
Merchants	Carry 500 resources at 16 fields/hour.
Training Time	Long and expensive — plan production and upgrades carefully.
Troops	Powerful infantry with average cavalry and weak defense vs. mounted units.
Senator	Lowers enemy village loyalty by 20–30%.
Special Building – Horse Drinking Trough	Reduces crop consumption for cavalry units. Reducing Crop Consumption & Horse Drinking Trough
Hero Bonus	Each strength point increases 100 (instead of the usual 80).

* * * ### Strategy Summary **Strengths:** Strong infantry, best defensive wall, balanced army, great for beginners. **Weaknesses:** High costs, long training time, and lower cavalry defense. > If you enjoy **well-rounded gameplay** with **elite troops and precise management**, the Romans are your perfect starting point.