Bronze Shield Pikemen (RTW Unit)

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Bronze Shield Pikemen (RTW Unit)
Class	Spearman
Unit Size	241
Weaponry	Spear, Shield
Morale	4
Melee Attack	10
Ranged Attack
Defence	14
Charge Bonus	4
Accuracy
Range
Ammunition
Region	Global
Recruitment Cost	690
Upkeep Cost	360
Turns to Build	2
Unit Limit	None
Building Requirements	Army Barracks
Technology Requirements	None
Attributes	Superior Disciplined Hardy Can Form Phalanx Sapping Ability

Bronze shields are the elite of the army of Pontus, among the heirs of the world-conquering phalanxes of Alexander!

Overview

Bronze shields are the elite of the army of Pontus, heirs to the world-conquering phalanxes of Alexander! They are lightly armoured and carry a small shield, and each carries an enormously long pike, or sarissa. This 4-5m long spear allows up to five ranks of Bronze Shields to bring their weapons to bear on the enemy, while those further back can protect the front ranks by angling their pikes to deflect missile fire. When deployed as a phalanx they are extremely formidable unless outflanked, attacked from the rear or subjected to intense missile fire. Their superior discipline, training and espirit de corps makes them slow to tire on the battlefield as well.\n\nBronze shields are the successors to the hoplite warrior traditions of Greece and Macedonia; to carry a bronze shield means that you are worthy of honour and that your family has social standing.

Details

Elite, Strong Defensive Unit. Vulnerable Flanks and Rear. Melee Line Infantry.

Factions

Pontus