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Yi Sun-sin - Evony (Korea)

Yi Sun-sin - Evony (Korea)

The Empire Build Academy

Yi Sun-sin – “A Korean naval commander, famed for his victories against the Japanese navy during the Imjin war in the Joseon Dynasty.”

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Your Ultimate Guide to Yi Sun-sin in Evony

Your Ultimate Guide to Yi Sun-sin in Evony

Best Role: Main City Defense

Best Paired With: Not Tested Yet

Special Skill: Increases in-city troops’ attack by 10%, and in-city ground troops and mounted troops’ attack by another 15% when General is the Main City Defense General.


Do you think Yi Sun-sin is a strong general in Evony?


Yi Sun-sin excels as a specialized Mounted Defence General in the game. He is considered one of the top choices for this role!


Keep in mind that mounted defence is specifically suited for certain situations. For example, it is most effective when facing a full ground attack from your enemies.

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Yi Sun-sin - Special Skill


Yi Sun-sin's Special Skill is always on and doesn't need any upgrades. Make sure to carefully read the description to make sure it's working as you want.


Remember, you can upgrade Yi Sun-sin through the Evony General Ascending feature. Each star level upgrade will give an extra boost to Yi Sun-sin's Special Skill.


Commander: Boosts in-city troops' attack by 10% and increases ground and mounted troops' attack in the city by another 15% when Yi Sun-sin is the Main City Defence General.

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Ascended Special Skill Buffs


Ascended Yi Sun-sin gets some extra boosts to his Special Skill as he levels up. Here's what he'll get at each star level:


1 Star: When Yi Sun-sin is the Main City Defence General, the defence of In-city Mounted Troops and Ground Troops goes up by 15%, and their HP gets a 10% boost.


2 Star: When Yi Sun-sin is the Main City Defence General, the Hospital Capacity increases by 20%.

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3 Star: When your General is assigned as the Main City Defence General, your in-city Mounted Troops and Ground Troops get a 20% boost in attack and a 15% increase in defence.


4 Star: With a 4-star General as your Main City Defence General, your in-city Ground Troops receive a 30% increase in attack, while your Mounted Troops and Ground Troops get a 20% boost in HP.


5 Star: When your General is the Main City Defence General, your in-city Troops' attack gets a 15% bonus.

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Yi Sun-sin – Special Abilities


You can unlock these special skills once your Evony General reaches level 25. Keep in mind that these abilities can be a bit pricey to develop, as they require Gems and Runestones.


Mounted Troop Assault

Mounted Troop Attack +10%

Mounted Troop HP +10%


Fortification (Applied to Main City Defence General)

In-city Troop Attack +6%


War God

All Troops Attack +6%


Battle of Myeongnyang

Ground Troop and Mounted Troop Attack +20%

Enemy Ground Troop and Mounted Troop Attack -10%

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Yi Sun-sin – Builds


Below are some suggestions on which skill books and equipment refines to use depending on your needs.


Mounted Defence


This build is all about boosting your mounted troop defence. It comes in handy when facing heavy ground attacks.


Skill Books:

Lvl 4 Mounted Troop HP – Increases Mounted HP by 25%

Lvl 4 Mounted Troop Defence – Boosts Mounted Defence by 25%

Lvl 4 Mounted Troop Attack – Raises Mounted Attack by 25%


Equipment Refines:

Spear – Enhance Mounted Troop Attack by 4%

Armor – Improve Mounted Troop Defense by 4%

Boots – Strengthen Mounted Troop Defense by 4%

Helmet – Increase Mounted Troop HP by 4%

Leg Armor – Boost Mounted Troop HP by 4%

Ring – Raise Mounted Troop Attack by 4%

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