The Vanguard — Chivalry: Medieval Warfare Walkthrough

Execute devastating blows and control space as the Vanguard in Chivalry: Medieval Warfare. Learn their charge ability and how to break enemy lines.

The Vanguard is the shock trooper, wielding long-reaching, high-damage weapons and possessing a powerful charge ability. They have medium-heavy armor, offering a good balance of protection and mobility. Vanguards excel at breaking enemy lines, delivering devastating blows, and controlling space with their extended reach. Their charge can knock down multiple enemies, creating openings for their team.

Recommended Builds:

• Greatsword Breaker: Primary: Greatsword, Secondary: Short Sword, Tertiary: Throwing Axes. The Greatsword offers massive damage and reach, excellent for cleaving through multiple enemies. Focus on wide horizontal swings and powerful overheads. Use throwing axes for ranged harassment.
• Poleaxe Dominator: Primary: Poleaxe/Halberd, Secondary: Messer, Tertiary: Throwing Knives. Polearms provide exceptional reach and versatility, capable of both slashing and stabbing. Use them to keep enemies at bay and deliver powerful blows. This build is great for controlling choke points.
• Spear & Shield Charger: Primary: Spear, Secondary: Heater Shield, Tertiary: Throwing Axes. While the spear is typically a defensive weapon, a Vanguard can use its reach to poke enemies and then utilize their charge to initiate combat or escape. The shield provides added defense.

Playstyle: Lead the charge, use your long weapons to control the battlefield, and aim for headshots. Your charge (Shift + W) is a powerful tool for initiating combat, knocking down enemies, or quickly repositioning. Be mindful of your stamina, as heavy swings consume a lot. Work with Knights to create a formidable front line.