Libyan Spearmen (RTW unit)

Libyan Spearmen (RTW unit)
Class	Spearmen
Unit Size	160 men
Weaponry	Spear
Morale	4
Melee Attack	5
Ranged Attack	N/A
Defence	16
Charge Bonus	2
Accuracy	N/A
Range	N/A
Ammunition	N/A
Region	Global
Recruitment Cost	400
Upkeep Cost	170
Turns to Build	1
Unit Limit	Unlimited
Building Requirements	City Barracks
Technology Requirements	None
Attributes	Can sap Can hide in forests

Libyan spearmen are best when defending against cavalry, but can hold a battle line for a while when required.

Overview

Libyan spearmen are best when defending against cavalry, but can hold a battle line for a while when required. They are recruited from among the lower orders of Carthaginian society, and given basic training in how to handle their spears and war gear. They are better equipped than, say, militia, as they have light leather armor as well as shields and helmets. Their training also makes them effective in battle, as they are unlikely to cut and run in the same way as a militia unit.

Details

Libyan Spearmen are good Carthaginian counter-cavalry units and decent anvil battle-line troops. When they fight against cavalry, Libyan Spearmen receive an attack bonus of 8, bringing the total to 13. There is no bonus against infantry, giving these units a relatively low attack and therefore less able to beat infantry. However, because of their decent defense they can hold out against most infantry for awhile, even though they won't kill many of them.

Libyan Spearmen are inexpensive considering their accessibility to Carthage. There is only a 160 denarii recruitment cost between Iberian Infantry and Libyan Spearmen. These units are also less expensive than units such as Hastati, Warbands, or Hoplites that can be recruited much sooner in the game.

Factions

Carthage