Hordes

Hordes are the most important aspect of Barbarian Invasion. The presence of hordes signifcantly alters gameplay.

In Rome: Total War, if the last settlement a faction owned was captured, the faction would be destroyed. In Barbarian Invasion, certain factions now have the ability to up and leave, taking as much of its people with them to find a new home.

Huns and Vandals on the move.

Overview

The time period that Barbarian Invasion covers - 363 AD to 476 AD - is considered by historians to be the first phase of the Migration Period, where various "barbarian" peoples settled in Western Europe. Many would go on to establish lasting Kingdoms in the former Roman Empire.

Advantages

• Huge forces under control
• No need to pay upkeep
• Can sack cities for a massive amount of money
• Allows faction to survive after loss of last settlement

Disadvantages

• Cannot retrain units.
• Horde units disband when settling.

See Also

Modding Information:

• Modding Hording and Emergent Factions