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

Hording simulates the historical effect when a culture would migrate.

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