Best Siege Generals in Evony 2025: Romulus, Hersilia & Top Pairings
- Favian the Wise Man
- Jul 14
- 6 min read
Updated: Sep 10
Welcome to Empire Build Academy! In this guide, we’re diving into the best siege generals for Evony: The King’s Return in 2025. I’m Favian, and I’ve scoured the web to bring you the most up-to-date rankings of siege generals, from premium powerhouses like Romulus to versatile options like Hersilia. Whether you’re a free-to-play (F2P) player or a high spender, this list will help you dominate the battlefield in Storm Ruins Battlefield, Server vs. Server (SvS), and beyond. Let’s break down the top 10 siege generals, their stats, and the best pairings for maximum buffs. Plus, I’ll share tips on acquiring these generals and strategies for F2P players. Check out the full guide below and visit empirebuildacademy.com for more Evony tips!
Why Siege Generals Are Crucial in Evony 2025
Siege generals are the backbone of long-range, high-damage strategies in Evony. With powerful buffs to siege attack, HP, defense, and march size, they excel at decimating enemy defenses and holding key structures like those in the Storm Ruins Battlefield. In 2025, generals like Romulus and Hersilia have redefined the meta with massive stats and covenant bonuses. Below, we rank the top 10 siege generals based on their total buffs (attack, defense, HP, and march size) when maxed out (Level 40, 5 red stars, 500 cultivation, with skins, specialties, and covenant buffs).
Top 10 Siege Generals in Evony 2025
1. Romulus
Role: Main Attacking General
March Size: 40% (12% skills, 8% specialties, 8% covenant, 12% skill book)
Stats (maxed, with skin):Attack: 502.8% (217.8% base, 150% skill awakened, 85% specialties, 10% skin, 15% covenant, 25% skill book)
Defense: 214.8% (115% skill, 10% specialties, 10% covenant, 25% skill book)
HP: 220.8% (100% skill, 55% specialties, 18% skin, 15% covenant, 25% skill book)
Why He’s Number 1: Romulus dominates with an unmatched 502.8% siege attack and a massive 40% march size, making him the best siege general for 2025. His ability to equip all skill books and covenant bonuses (requiring Hersilia copies) ensures versatility and power. He’s a must-have for PvP and rally leaders.
Acquisition: Premium general, available in high-percentage event packs (e.g., 17.5% for new generals like Gonzalo). Use Epic Historic General (Premium) tokens during debut events for the best odds (avoid low 0.48% chances later).
Best Use: Lead siege marches or rallies in SvS or Storm Ruins Battlefield. Pair with Hersilia for optimal buffs.
2. Hersilia
Role: Main or Assistant General
March Size: 28%
Stats (maxed, with skin):Attack: 480%
Defense: 430%
HP: 380.4%
Why She’s Great: Hersilia’s balanced stats and high 480% attack make her a top-tier choice as both a main and assistant general. Her ability to potentially equip attack skill books (verify in-game) adds flexibility, and her covenant synergy with Romulus boosts her value.
Acquisition: Premium general, available in event packs. Requires significant investment but easier to obtain than Gunther.
Best Use: Use as an assistant for Romulus or as a main general for secondary siege marches.
3. Christina
Role: Main or Assistant General
March Size: 17%
Stats (maxed):Attack: 466.4%
Defense: 422.2%
HP: 386.4%
Why She’s Great: Christina offers strong 466.4% attack and balanced defense/HP, but her low 17% march size makes her less ideal for rally leaders. She’s a solid assistant or secondary main general for players without Romulus.
Acquisition: Available in events, moderately difficult to obtain.
Best Use: Assistant for Romulus or main for smaller siege marches.
4. Champlain
Role: Main Attacking General
March Size: 24%
Stats (maxed):Attack: 448.6%
Defense: 382.6%
HP: 401.2%
Why He’s Great: A newer general, Champlain’s 448.6% attack and high 401.2% HP make him a strong contender. His moderate march size limits his rally potential but suits solo players.
Acquisition: Premium general, available in event packs (0.48% in standard tokens).
Best Use: Lead siege marches for mid-to-high spenders.
5. Theobald I
Role: Main Attacking General
March Size: 34%
Stats (maxed):Attack: 448.4%
Defense: 379.8%
HP: 368.4%
Why He’s Great: Theobald’s 34% march size and solid 448.4% attack make him a versatile pick for players who value troop count. He’s slightly weaker than Champlain in HP but excels in rallies.
Acquisition: Available in Epic Historic General Tokens, less exclusive than Champlain.
Best Use: Lead rallies or secondary siege marches.
6. Steven II
Role: Main Attacking General
March Size: 30%
Stats (maxed):Attack: 433.8%
Defense: 381.6%
HP: 383.4%
Why He’s Great: Steven II’s 30% march size and balanced stats make him a reliable choice for mid-tier players. He’s easier to develop than top-tier generals.
Acquisition: Available in events, moderately accessible.
Best Use: Lead siege marches for mid-spenders or F2P players with resources.
7. Gunther
Role: Main Attacking General
March Size: 22%
Stats (maxed):Attack: 443.4%
Defense: 387.2%
HP: 373.2%
Why He’s Great: Gunther’s 443.4% attack is strong, but his lower 22% march size drops him below newer generals like Romulus. He’s still a solid pick for high spenders.
Acquisition: Extremely difficult, only in premium event packs.
Best Use: Lead siege rallies for elite players.
8. Theodosius I
Role: Main Attacking General
March Size: 25%
Stats (maxed):Attack: 422%
Defense: 387.8%
HP: 317.4%
Why He’s Great: Theodosius offers decent attack and defense but lags in HP, making him a secondary choice for budget players.
Acquisition: Available in events, moderately accessible.
Best Use: Secondary siege marches or reinforcements.
9. Maurice de Saxe
Role: Main Attacking General
March Size: 28%
Stats (maxed):Attack: 418.8%
Defense: 368.4%
HP: 336.2%
Why He’s Great: A newer general, Morris Sachs provides solid stats but falls short of top-tier generals due to lower attack and HP.
Acquisition: Premium general, available in event packs.
Best Use: Secondary siege general for mid-spenders.
10. Melisande
Role: Main or Reinforcing General
March Size: 25%
Stats (maxed):Attack: 431%
Defense: 341%
HP: 342.4%
Why She’s Great: Melisande’s 431% attack and ability to retain buffs when reinforcing make her a niche pick, but her lower march size limits her rally potential.
Acquisition: Extremely difficult, only in premium events.
Best Use: Reinforcing allies or secondary siege marches.
Top 10 Siege General Pairings
Pairing the right main and assistant generals maximizes your siege buffs. Below are the top 10 pairings based on total buff percentages (attack + defense + HP):
Romulus + Hersilia: 683% attack, 528% defense, 546% HP (Total: 1757%)
Romulus + Champlain: Strong attack and HP synergy.
Hersilia + Romulus: High attack and march size combo.
Christina + Hersilia: Balanced buffs for rally leaders.
Romulus + Christina: High attack, moderate march size.
Hersilia + Champlain: Solid for mid-spenders.
Hersilia + Christina (Awakened): Boosted attack for specific setups.
Christina + Champlain: Reliable for mid-tier players.
Champlain + Hersilia: High HP and attack synergy.
Christina + Theobald: Balanced but lower total buffs (1648%).
Note: Hersilia appears frequently as an assistant due to her high attack she’s a top pick for any siege setup.
F2P Siege General Strategy
For F2P players, premium generals like Romulus are tough to acquire due to low drop rates (e.g., 0.48% in standard tokens vs. 17.5% during debut events). Here’s how to succeed:
Save Tokens: Stockpile Epic Historic General (Premium) tokens (aim for 80+) for new general events (e.g., Gonzalo’s 17.5% drop rate). Avoid using tokens sporadically, as Favian learned with Steven II (3-star instead of 5-star due to poor token management).
F2P Options: Ulysses S. Grant: Tavern-recruitable, offers 30% siege attack with a Dragon. Ideal for early-game siege marches.
Matthias I: Tavern-recruitable assistant general with modest buffs, easy to ascend.
Long-Term Play: My Keep 39 account (2 years old) emphasizes the “long game.” Save tokens for a 5-star wall general like Romulus to future-proof your account.
Tips for Acquiring Premium Generals
Event Timing: New generals like Romulus or Gonzalo have higher drop rates (e.g., 17.5%) during debut events. Save tokens for these windows to maximize your chances.
Token Management: I've currently saved 52 Premium, 6 Glory, and 1 Normal token for a wall general. Aim for 80 tokens for a reliable shot at a 5-star general.
Avoid Low Odds: Post-event, generals like Romulus drop to 0.48% in token pools, making them nearly impossible to obtain without heavy spending.
Final Thoughts
In Evony 2025, Romulus and Hersilia reign supreme as the best siege generals, offering massive buffs and synergy for siege-heavy strategies. For F2P players, Ulysses S. Grant and Matthias I provide accessible options while saving for premium generals. Pairings like Romulus + Hersilia (1757% total buffs) dominate Storm Ruins Battlefield and SvS, making them must-haves for competitive players.
Who’s your favorite siege general? Did you snag Romulus or Hersilia? Share your thoughts in the comments! For more Evony guides, including upcoming ranged, mounted, and ground general rankings, subscribe to Empire Build Academy and visit empirebuildacademy.com. Stay tuned for our F2P guide and website makeover!
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