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Revision as of 11:06, 21 June 2014

Heavy Spearmen (RTW Unit)
EAST HEAVY INFANTRY INFO.png
Class Heavy Infantry
Unit Size 160
Weaponry Spear, Sword
Morale 4
Melee Attack 7
Ranged Attack N/A
Defence 17
Charge Bonus 3
Accuracy N/A
Range N/A
Ammunition N/A
Region Global
Recruitment Cost 460
Upkeep Cost 170
Turns to Build 1
Unit Limit None
Building Requirements City Barracks
Technology Requirements None
Attributes


EAST HEAVY INFANTRY.pngHeavy spearmen can be the backbone of an Eastern army and are well able to take on many opponents.

Overview

Heavy spearmen can be the backbone of an Eastern army and are well able to take on many opponents. Their war gear includes long spears, chainmail and round shields.They can withstand attacks by most cavalry, and the training they have received allows them to form phalanx and carry an attack to an enemy infantry line. Against skirmishers and other missile troops, however, they require some support.These men are recruited from the native population, not from among the Greek stratum of society that exists in all the Successor states, so they do not have the discipline of the 'hoplite ethos' in their training. They are still, however, worthwhile troops.

Details

Heavy Spearmen are a oddity in an eastern faction. Unlike most infantry of the region, Heavy Spearmen are well armored, highly trained and have fairly solid morale. They can form phalanx and with their heavy armor and high defense can be a real thorn in an enemies side. it is quite possible to form a capable infantry army with a lien of these spearmen and some archers. They also come in handy for sieges.

Factions

  • Armenia Faction Symbol-Vanilla.png Armenia