Hoplite Usage Question

[CrackKills]

When I see the enemy's general (or any other enemy) commit to a frontal charge against my Spartan hoplites, I usually make them stop (if they're moving) and just let them take the charge it since the enemy is running into a wall of spears. But I been wondering if that's the right way. Should I instead have my hoplites attack at the last second. I tried this, but formation seem to break and informed into a sword fight instead. (BTW phalanx formation was on)

[therother]

There is a good discussion on using phalanx units here. frogbeastegg's Beginner's Guide also has a useful summary.

BTW, there are a number useful threads for information on RTW in the forum index, from where I've taken these two links.

[URPLUMCRAZY]

I use guard this area and let them absorb the attack then flank with what ever fast units I have because most of the time my archers have thinned out what ever unit has attacked.

[sapi]

i like turning them around to provoke a charge than turning back; phalanx; cavalry on a stick!

[KRALLODHRIB]

Engaging cavalry, the hoplites are superb. But they can also be surprising effective and useful when flanking other heavy infantry.