Sacred Band (RTW unit)

Sacred Band (RTW unit)
Class	Spearmen
Unit Size	160 men
Weaponry	Spear Sword
Morale	10
Melee Attack	12 8
Ranged Attack	N/A
Defence	23
Charge Bonus	4 3
Accuracy	N/A
Range	N/A
Ammunition	N/A
Region	Global
Recruitment Cost	710
Upkeep Cost	270
Turns to Build	2
Unit Limit	Unlimited
Building Requirements	Awesome Temple of Baal
Technology Requirements	None
Attributes	Can sap Can hide in forests Can form phalanx

The Sacred Band is the elite infantry of any Carthaginian army and can be relied upon to do their duty to the end.

Overview

The Sacred Band is the elite infantry of any Carthaginian army and can be relied upon to do their duty to the end. They are equipped and organized in the same fashion as Greek hoplites, with long spears, large shields, breastplates and helmets, and they can use phalanx tactics. This is a style of warmaking that has proved its worth over the centuries.

They are drawn from the social elite of Carthage, men of noble and wealthy birth and their loyalty is exemplary. The original purpose of the Sacred Band was to act as an officer corps for the Carthaginian army and an elite force, and to put Carthage above any local loyalties. Opponents have learned that these men are formidable in battle, a linchpin for the entire Carthaginian army!

Details

Sacred Bands are the last infantry recruited by Carthage. Sacred Bands are most potent on the battlefield and have higher morale than any other Carthaginian infantry unit. They are the strongest Hoplite unit besides the Spartans; they have a tremendous defense and can hold off anything for a long time. Although similar in appearance and abilities to the Greek Armored Hoplites, Carthaginian Sacred Bands have a noticeably higher statistical ability, mostly in attack and morale. As a result, these units are more expensive and take two turns to recruit, further limiting their general accessibility to the faction of Carthage.

Factions

Carthage