Evony introduces a premier Duty General, Yolande of Aragon, during the 2025 St. Martin’s Day events. Historically the Queen of Four Kingdoms—Naples, Jerusalem, Aragon, and Sicily—she dedicated her life to the prestige of the House of Anjou. In-game, she functions as a high-tier Market Officer, providing substantial economic and military benefits. This guide explores her lore, unlock requirements, duty effects, and a performance comparison to help you optimize your City Officer lineup.
Background & Legacy
Born in Zaragoza to King John I of Aragon, Yolande married Louis II of Anjou at nineteen. A brilliant strategist and diplomat, she skillfully managed the finances and alliances of the Anjou dynasty. Known as the “Queen of Four Kingdoms,” she served as a powerful regent and a pivotal figure during the Hundred Years’ War.
Yolande famously sheltered the French Dauphin Charles, orchestrated his marriage to her daughter Marie, and mobilized the resources of Anjou and Provence. Her efforts provided the critical support needed for Joan of Arc’s campaign to liberate Orléans. Her legacy as a patron of the arts and a beacon of resilience endures through history.
Special Skill: Queen of Four Kingdoms
While serving as the Market Officer, Yolande grants the following base buffs:
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Ground & Mounted Troop Attack, Defense, and HP: +20%
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Enemy Ranged Troop Attack: -10%
Ascension Buffs (Red Stars)
Ascending Yolande unlocks powerful offensive and developmental attributes when she is assigned to the Market:
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1st Star: Attacking Ground/Mounted Troop Defense and HP +20%
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2nd Star: In-City Troop Attack and HP +10%; Construction Speed +20%
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3rd Star: Attacking Ranged Troop/Siege Machine Attack and Defense +30%
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4th Star: Enemy Defending Ranged/Siege Attack and HP -25% (When in Rally)
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5th Star: All Troop Attack and HP +15%; Rally Capacity +6%
Yolande’s Specialties (Max Level)
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Siege Machine Formation: Siege Machine Attack and Defense +10%
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Siege: March Size Capacity +6%; Attacking Siege and Ranged Attack +10%
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Sage (Market Officer): Resource Tax Amount +30%; Ranged and Siege Attack +10%
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The Rohan Hours (Market Officer): Construction Speed +15%; All Troop Attack and Defense +10%
Market Duty Requirements & Position Benefits
To activate her Duty Skills, Yolande must meet the following stat thresholds:
| Rank | Requirements | Position Benefits |
| Junior | 500 Politics, 450 Leadership | Resource Tax Amount +30% |
| Medium | 850 Politics, 800 Leadership | Resource Tax Amount +50% |
| Senior | 1,150 Politics, 1,100 Leadership | Resource Tax Amount +70% |
| Special | 1,200 Pol, 1,150 Lead, 3.1M Power | Resource Tax Amount +100% |
| Super | 1,400 Pol, 1,400 Lead, 3.1M Power | Resource Tax Amount +140% |
How to Obtain Yolande of Aragon
Yolande is available exclusively through the King’s Party event during the 2025 St. Martin’s Day celebration.
- Method: Purchase basic gems and promotional packages to level up the Party Cake.
- Requirement: Reaching Cake Level 10 unlocks all rewards, including the redeemable token for General Yolande of Aragon.
Market Officers Comparison
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Ground troop = G
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Mounted troop = M
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Siege machine = S
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Ranged troop = R
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Attack = A
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Defense = D
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Special Skills & Specialties
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Yolande of Aragon
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Michael VIII
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Special Skill
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0-star
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G A +20%
G D +20%
G HP +20%
M A +20%
M D +20%
M HP +20%
Enemy R A -10%
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In-city G A +25%
In-city G D +25%
In-city G HP +30%
In-city M HP +30%
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1-star
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Attacking G D +20%
Attacking G HP +20%
Attacking M D +20%
Attacking M HP +20%
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In-city G D +20%
In-city G HP +20%
In-city M D +20%
In-city M HP +20%
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2-star
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In-city troops A +10%
In-city troops HP +10%
Construction speed +20%
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Construction speed +10%
In-city G A +15%
In-city M A +15%
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3-star
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Attacking R A +30%
Attacking R D +30%
Attacking S A +30%
Attacking S D +30%
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Enemy R A -30%
Enemy R D -20%
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4-star
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Enemy defending R A against your in-rally troops -25%
Enemy defending R HP against your in-rally troops -25%
Enemy defending S A against your in-rally troops -25%
Enemy defending S HP against your in-rally troops -25%
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In-rally G A +20%
In-rally G D +20%
In-rally G HP +20%
In-rally M A +20%
In-rally M D +20%
In-rally M HP +20%
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5-star
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Troops A +15%
Troops HP +15%
Rally capacity +6%
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G A +15%
G HP +20%
M A +15%
M HP +20%
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Specialty
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1
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S A +10%
S D +10%
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G HP +10%
G D +10%
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2
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March size capacity +6%
Attacking S A +10%
Attacking R A +10%
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Enemy troop D -10%
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3
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Resource tax amount +30%
R A +10%
S A +10%
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Resource tax amount +20%
In-city troop A +10%
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4
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Construction speed +15%
All troops A +10%
All troops D +10%
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Construction speed +10%
G A +15%
G D +15%
M A +15%
M D +15%
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Strategic Comparison
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Economy & Development: Yolande is the superior choice for growth, offering significantly higher Construction Speed and Resource Tax buffs than Michael VIII.
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Offense vs. Defense:
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Michael VIII is a defensive specialist. His buffs primarily trigger for troops within the city, making him the ideal choice for “turtling” or defending against sieges.
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Yolande is an offensive powerhouse. Her buffs cover all four troop types and focus heavily on Attacking and Rally stats.
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Debuffs: Yolande specializes in weakening an enemy’s defending ranged and siege units during rallies, whereas Michael VIII focuses on general ranged debuffs.
Conclusion
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Choose Michael VIII if your priority is City Defense and reinforcing allies.
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Choose Yolande of Aragon if you are an Aggressive Attacker who leads rallies and wants to maximize construction efficiency.