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They can be used to chase down missile troops and flank infantry, but they are tough enough to handle most non spear infantry from the front without too much trouble. They also have the stamina and speed to chase most horse archers and the strength to crush them in melee once they catch them. When all is equal true heavy cavalry will defeat them, but not without taking a good amount of damage. Roman Cavalry continue to be useful even in the late game although Roman factions have heavier options that should be utilized as well. | They can be used to chase down missile troops and flank infantry, but they are tough enough to handle most non spear infantry from the front without too much trouble. They also have the stamina and speed to chase most horse archers and the strength to crush them in melee once they catch them. When all is equal true heavy cavalry will defeat them, but not without taking a good amount of damage. Roman Cavalry continue to be useful even in the late game although Roman factions have heavier options that should be utilized as well. | ||
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| + | == Factions == | ||
| + | <li>[[Image:Senate_Faction_Symbol-Vanilla.png |36px]] [[Senate_(RTW_Faction) |Senate]]</li> | ||
| + | <li>[[Image:Brutii_Faction_Symbol-Vanilla.png |36px]][[Brutii_(RTW_Faction) |The House of Brutii]]</li> | ||
| + | <li>[[Image:Julii_Faction_Symbol-Vanilla.png |36px]][[Julii_(RTW_Faction) |The House of Julii]]</li> | ||
| + | <li>[[Image:Scipii_Faction_Symbol-Vanilla.png |36px]][[Scipii_(RTW_Faction) |The House of Scipii]]</li> | ||
[[Category:RTW Cavalry]] | [[Category:RTW Cavalry]] | ||
[[Category:RTW Units]] | [[Category:RTW Units]] | ||
Latest revision as of 11:19, 6 November 2019
| Roman Cavalry (RTW Unit) | |
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| Class | Light Cavalry |
| Unit Size | 108 |
| Weaponry | Spear, Sword |
| Morale | 6, Normal Discipline, Highly Trained |
| Melee Attack | 6, 7 (secondary) |
| Ranged Attack | N/A |
| Armour | 6 |
| Shield | 4 |
| Defence | 15 |
| Charge Bonus | 5, 4 (secondary) |
| Accuracy | N/A |
| Range | N/A |
| Ammunition | N/A |
| Region | Global |
| Recruitment Cost | 520 |
| Upkeep Cost | 120 |
| Turns to Build | 1 |
| Unit Limit | N/A |
| Building Requirements | Stables |
| Technology Requirements | Marian Reforms |
| Attributes | Can hide in Forests, Hardy |
Roman cavalry are auxiliary spear-armed cavalry who have a screening role in a Roman army.
Overview
Roman cavalry are auxiliary spear-armed cavalry who have a screening role in a Roman army. They should be used against the flanks or rear of units, or to keep missile troops and skirmishers away from the main Roman heavy infantry (who are the real killers of a Roman army).
They wear little armour and only carry spears and shields. As a result, they can charge enemies, but may be cut to pieces by a prepared defensive line of spearmen if these were attacked head on.
Historically, Roman cavalry only came into existence after the army reforms of Gaius Marius as a replacement force for the equites. The property qualifications for fighting as cavalry in the army were abandoned and the army made professional. They were organised into 'wings' called alae rather than cohorts.
Details
Roman cavalry are a light cavalry unit in Rome Total War available to the Romans after the Marian Reforms. They are an excellent unit for a first tier stables; they are fast moving, have good morale and stamina, and have a very high defense that essentially makes them medium cavalry. Their high armour also improves their charge.
They can be used to chase down missile troops and flank infantry, but they are tough enough to handle most non spear infantry from the front without too much trouble. They also have the stamina and speed to chase most horse archers and the strength to crush them in melee once they catch them. When all is equal true heavy cavalry will defeat them, but not without taking a good amount of damage. Roman Cavalry continue to be useful even in the late game although Roman factions have heavier options that should be utilized as well.
Factions
Senate
The House of Brutii
The House of Julii
The House of Scipii