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Barbarian Cavalry are the first cav these barbarian factions get They have surprisingly good attack and a strong charge bonus, but with low defense.
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Barbarian Cavalry are the first cav these barbarian factions get. They have a good attack, customary for barbarians, and a strong charge bonus, but a low defense. For basic cavalry they are very good and they also have a very low upkeep cost.  
  
Barbarian Cavalry should be used to charge in from the flank or rear of tougher enemies if possible. This guards their low defense and their high charge should kill a lot of the enemy, ideally they should rout soon after impact. They are also excellent for chasing down archers and killing routers. They also do very well against weaker infantry, like Iberian Infantry. Just keep them out of a tough melee, as they will drop quickly. They have fairly low morale, but they are impetuous so they don't rout easily.
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Barbarian Cavalry should be used to charge in from the flank or rear of tougher enemies if possible; the general is often good for the initial contact. This guards their low defense and their high charge should kill a lot of the enemy, ideally they should rout soon after impact. They are also excellent for chasing down archers and killing routers. They also do very well against weaker infantry, like Iberian Infantry. Just keep them out of a tough melee, as they will drop quickly. They have fairly low morale, but they are impetuous so they don't rout easily.
  
 
== Factions ==
 
== Factions ==

Latest revision as of 22:04, 8 November 2019

Barbarian Cavalry (RTW Unit)
BARB CAVALRY GAUL INFO.png
Class Light Cavalry
Unit Size 108 men
Weaponry Spear
Morale 4
Melee Attack 8
Ranged Attack n/a
Defence 10
Charge Bonus 7
Accuracy
Range N/A
Ammunition N/A
Region Global
Recruitment Cost 400
Upkeep Cost 90
Turns to Build 1
Unit Limit None
Building Requirements Stables
Technology Requirements None
Attributes None


BARB CAVALRY GAUL.pngBarbarian cavalry are lightly armoured and carry spears. They are best used as scouts and in pursuit of fleeing enemies.

Overview

Barbarian cavalry are lightly armoured and carry spears and shields. They are best used as scouts and in pursuit of fleeing enemies, and ride sturdy, sure-footed ponies with a good turn of speed. Like many barbarian warriors, however, they can lack battle-discipline and be over-keen to enter battle against worthy opponents. Honour and standing come from fighting, and sometimes the urge for glory overwhelms good sense! These men are all good fighters, but find organised, formal warfare goes against the grain. They are unlikely to be very effective against steady infantry unless attacking from an unexpected direction.


Details

Barbarian Cavalry are the first cav these barbarian factions get. They have a good attack, customary for barbarians, and a strong charge bonus, but a low defense. For basic cavalry they are very good and they also have a very low upkeep cost.

Barbarian Cavalry should be used to charge in from the flank or rear of tougher enemies if possible; the general is often good for the initial contact. This guards their low defense and their high charge should kill a lot of the enemy, ideally they should rout soon after impact. They are also excellent for chasing down archers and killing routers. They also do very well against weaker infantry, like Iberian Infantry. Just keep them out of a tough melee, as they will drop quickly. They have fairly low morale, but they are impetuous so they don't rout easily.

Factions

  • Gaul Faction Symbol-Vanilla.png Gaul
  • Scythia Faction Symbol-Vanilla.png Scythia
  • Dacia Faction Symbol-Vanilla.png Dacia