Hi folks,

I was hoping some of you could explain about the Iphikratian reforms from a mechanical standpoint in a KH campaign. Up to now I've been using traditional hoplites as my core line, with thorakitae/thureuphoroi holding the flanks, with archers in the rear protected from cavalry by heavy peltasts or mercenary swordsmen.

Under what circumstances would I use Iphikratian-style soldiers, as opposed to traditional hoplites?