Iberian Infantry (RTW unit)

Iberian Infantry (RTW unit)
Class	Light Infantry
Unit Size	160 men
Weaponry	Sword
Morale	4
Melee Attack	7
Ranged Attack	N/A
Defence	8
Charge Bonus	2
Accuracy	N/A
Range	N/A
Ammunition	N/A
Region	Global
Recruitment Cost	240
Upkeep Cost	170
Turns to Build	1
Unit Limit	Unlimited
Building Requirements	Militia Barracks (Carthage) Meeting Hall (Spain)
Technology Requirements	None
Attributes	Can Sap Can hide in forests

These infantry are the steady backbone of the armies of Carthage and Spain. Reliable, well-armed and tough, they are armed with falcatas to cut a path into an enemy line.

Overview

Iberian infantry are fast moving close combat infantry. They may not be the best trained troops, but they are cost effective warriors. They are one of the basic units available to generals in the Carthaginian-influenced world. Every Iberian infantryman carries a shield in addition to his short sword, but his only other protection is a helmet; he relies on speed and agility instead of armor. They are best employed against enemy spearmen and, like other infantry, can be vulnerable to cavalry attacks.

Details

As a whole, Iberian Infantry are mediocre troops. The Iberian Infantry’s statistics are low compared to units such as the lower level Barbarian Warband or equally accessibly Roman Hastati, particularly in defense. They lack the armour and Javelins of Hastati, the numbers and anti cavalry capacity of Warbands, and the morale of both. They have a significantly lower recruitment cost then these units, but comparable upkeep, which matters more in the long run. A large army of these men will wear down an early economy and offer little in return against a competent army. All that having been said, they are fast and have decent attack damage. They can be used to hold enemies for a short time while the cavalry maneuver to flank, or as flankers themselves where their defense won't matter as much. However, one should be aware of their limited defense and morale, and having a good general nearby is important for these men. Generally, Spanish and Carthaginian Generals should rely on the Round Shield cavalry to be the main army until better infantry is available.

They can be more worthwhile in multiplayer matches with lower amounts of money as they are cheap and their upkeep becomes irrelevant.

Factions

Carthage

Spain