These are starting points. Scouting and your own battle reports should always override a generic ratio.
Safe starting point against an unknown opponent.
⚠ Replace it with a scout-based counter whenever possible.More frontline durability for structure or city defense.
⚠ Use defensive leaders and joiners.Common late-generation garrison approach.
⚠ Check whether the enemy is built to punish cavalry.Archers pressure infantry.
⚠ Dangerous when the opponent has meaningful cavalry.Cavalry pressure the enemy backline.
⚠ Keep enough infantry to hold the frontline.Infantry absorbs and counters cavalry.
⚠ Do not leave archers exposed.Damage-focused starting point.
⚠ Compare with your own battle reports.Extreme damage test.
⚠ Never assume this is universally optimal.