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Celtic_Punk
I found Baktria disgustingly hard in a way. Only because the Steppe's people refuse to engage you. I recommend staying in reach of the Mediterranean till you get a feel for EB. The campaign is most rewarding on Hard or VH difficulty as the Independents will actually attack you, or lay siege to you. Given that, play battles on Medium, as they are balanced for that setting.
No matter what faction you use, I find it sort of prudent to disband any navy you have till you can afford it. Getting on your feet economically is a problem, so the first few turns are snatch n grabs, and all out war for your own survival. One of the reasons KH is good for this is their units are quite reliable, especially in seige battles on the streets (not so much on the walls, its best to hire some celts or thracians with swords or falxes to win on the walls) and your first few battles will definitely be sieges.
If you're new to RTW Carthage or Rome would be your best bet. But I personally found Rome a bore. Too easy, and their units really don't hold much appeal to me. But for best effect as Rome play the Imperial March whilst you subjugate the world.
KH has a challenge, a pretty good and reliable unit selection, many foes to smash, and in a unique position in a way. They rely on classic hoplites (ones that fought in the same fashion at Marathon) and infantry, and are weak in terms of cavalry. But most of their units are heavy spearmen, so unless you are flanked and surrounded (unless you've got your spartans hehe) enemy horses are not a huge deal (makedonian family members are DEADLY!!!!!!)
Another good faction is Makedon. Some of the best cavalry in the world, Dependable infantry, a good starting position, and lots of foes.
I've only played as Adeui, Averni, Casse, Sweboz for the "Barbarian" factions, and from what I've played Averni are the best to start off as. Decent challenge, you'll fight your fair share of battles against both the Adeui and Rome, good troops, cheap levies to overwhelm your enemies with numbers, and are exellent in forest battles, which is a must in Northern Europe. In some ways their warriors are totally superior to the Romans, but in some cases you can be totally routed by a simple mistake due to the discipline of Roman soldiery, and the lack there of your levies.
Like said before It all depends on your style, and what kind of challenge your looking for. Personally I believe there's no point playing a campaign that gives you no challenge, else you get disinterested quickly.
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