Chinese
Archer Civilization
Unique Unit: Chu Ko Nu (Rapid Fire Archer)
Unique Technology: Rocketry (+2 Chu Ko Nu pierce armor +4 for Scorpians)
Team Bonus: Farms +45 food
Extras: Start +3 villagers but -150 food and -50 wood, Technology's cost -10% in Fuedal, -15% in Castle, and -20% in Imperial, Town Centers support 10 population, and Demolition Ships +50% hp.
Notes: Your going to want a combo of Arblasts and Chu Ko Nu's with a few champions to defend you if an enemy comes close. You should also have a bunch of Heavy Scorpians and second form siege weapons
Recommendation? Yes, The cho ku nu's and arblasts will allow your army to be protected from afar.