= Temple Technologies =

Discover the powerful Temple Technologies in Age of Empires IV! Learn about Polytheism, Monotheism, Jihad, and more to boost your priests and villagers.

Alright, let's talk about the Temple Technologies in Age of Empires IV. These are super important upgrades you can research once you've got your Town Center, Granary, Market, and Temple all built. They can really change how your priests and even villagers perform, so it's worth knowing what each one does. Think of them as specializations for your religious units and some of your workers.

Here's a breakdown of the Temple Technologies available:

• Polytheism
  • Age: Bronze
  • Prerequisites: Town Center, Granary, Market, Temple
  • Cost: 120 Gold
  • Benefits: Your priests move +40% faster.
  • Note: This tech reflects the ancient belief in many gods, each for different aspects of life, which empowered priests by requiring interpretation for each deity.
• Monotheism
  • Age: Iron
  • Prerequisites: Town Center, Granary, Market, Temple
  • Cost: 350 Gold
  • Benefits: Your priests can convert enemy priests and buildings (except for Town Centers and Wonders.)
  • Note: This reflects the evolution of belief in a single God, originating from Zoroastrianism and influencing major religions today.
• Mysticism
  • Age: Bronze
  • Prerequisites: Town Center, Granary, Market, Temple
  • Cost: 120 Gold
  • Benefit: Your Priests' hit points are doubled.
  • Note: Mysticism was about seeking spiritual contact through contemplation or trances, often seen as a way to understand the unknown and communicate with other realities.
• Jihad
  • Age: Iron
  • Prerequisites: Town Center, Granary, Market, Temple
  • Cost: 120 Gold
  • Benefits: It increases the attack, speed, and hit points of villagers, but decreases their gathering efficiency.
  • Note: This refers to a holy struggle or crusade, emphasizing how religious fervor can unite people for a common purpose, especially in desperate times.
• Fanaticism
  • Age: Iron
  • Prerequisites: Town Center, Granary, Market, Temple
  • Cost: 150 Gold
  • Benefits: Your Priests rejuvenate 50% faster after converting a unit.
  • Note: You must research Fanaticism before you can upgrade to Legion. It highlights how intense devotion, while powerful, can lead to unquestioning actions.
• Astrology
  • Age: Bronze
  • Prerequisites: Town Center, Granary, Market, Temple
  • Cost: 150 Gold
  • Benefits: Your Priests convert enemy units 30% faster.
  • Note: This tech is tied to observing celestial events and their correlation with earthly matters like seasons and crops, empowering priests who could interpret these signs.
• Afterlife
  • Age: Iron
  • Prerequisites: Town Center, Granary, Market, Temple
  • Cost: 275 Gold
  • Benefit: The range of your Priests is increased by +3.
  • Note: This addresses the concept of an existence after death, a powerful motivator for religious adherence and behavior conforming to a religion's goals.

Choosing the right Temple Technologies can give you a significant edge, especially with your priests. Polytheism and Astrology make them faster and better at converting, while Mysticism and Afterlife make them tougher and extend their reach. Monotheism gives them a whole new conversion ability, and Jihad is a unique boost for your villagers. Think about your strategy and what you need most!