Evony Epic Historic General Guide: Jayavarman II

November 10, 2025
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As the first king of the Khmer Empire, Jayavarman II unified the Khmer civilization. In Evony, he is an Epic Historic General specializing in cavalry, offering powerful buffs to mounted troops. This guide will cover his story, special skill, specialty, covenant, how to obtain him, and best pairing strategies.

Jayavarman II

General Story: Jayavarman II

In 802, atop Mount Kulen, Jayavarman II was crowned Emperor of the Khmer Empire, clad in majestic attire and wielding a scepter. His coronation was not just ceremonial—it was a bold response to national crisis.

Facing powerful enemies on all sides, Jayavarman II displayed exceptional leadership and military genius, uniting the empire through strategic conquests. He relocated the capital to Angkor and established a centralized monarchy that shaped Cambodian politics and culture for centuries. His military prowess and visionary governance earned him a lasting legacy as one of Cambodia’s greatest monarchs.

⚔️ Special Skill: Khmer King

Effect:

  • Mounted troops attack: +45%
  • Ground & mounted troops defense & HP: +25% (when attacking)

Skill progression:
1★ – Mounted Troop Attack +5%, HP +15%
2★ – Marching Troop Death → Wounded Rate +8%
3★ – Marching Mounted Troop Attack +8%, HP +5%
4★ – Ground & Mounted Troop Defense +20%, HP +30%
5★ – Marching Mounted Troop Attack +25%, Defense & HP +15%

Max-Level Specialty

  • Mounted Troop Defense: HP & Defense +10%
  • Strike: March Speed +10%; Marching Mounted Troop Attack +20%
  • Mounted Troop Ares: Attack, HP & Defense +10%
  • King of Lower Chenla: Mounted Troop Attack +40%; HP +10%; Defense +20%

General Covenant

Jayavarman II has covenants with:

  • Martinus
  • Ly Thuong Kiet
  • Trần Hưng Đạo

How to Obtain Jayavarman II

1. Historic General Summoning Event

  • Available during Carnival Week.
  • Use Epic Historic General Glory to summon him.
  • Probability increases during this event.
  • Glory can be obtained from final tiers of event packages.

2. General Tokens

  • Sources include:
    • 5th-tier event packages
    • VIP Premium Package
    • Champion Loyalty Rewards
    • Limited Offer events
  • During Carnival Week, additional token sources:

Alliance Competition Rewards:

LeagueMonarch Score RequirementRewardNovice2,6001 General Token ChestJunior3,0002 General Token ChestsElite3,500Epic Historic General TokenLegendary4,300Epic Historic General (Premium) TokenEpic3,400Epic Historic GeneralEpic4,200Epic Historic General (Premium)

General Covenant

How to Pair Jayavarman II

  • Jayavarman II conflicts with Napoleon Prime’s Special Skill.
  • Compatible generals include: Poligenus, André Masséna, Zhao Yun, Laudon, Sun Ce, Martinus, etc.
  • Optimal pairing (full-level skills & specialties):
    • Main General: Poligenus
    • Assistant General: Jayavarman II

Note: Among cavalry generals, Napoleon Prime remains the strongest Main General overall.
Jayavarman II is a must-have cavalry support general for mounted-heavy armies. Focus on maximizing his mounted troop buffs, pair him strategically with compatible generals, and prioritize obtaining him during Carnival Week for best results.

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