Quote Originally Posted by CBR
Shields protect the front and left side too AFAIK.


CBR
Yes, I should have added that too. I remember how frustrated I was trying to test that effect in a measured fashion. I found that the AI unit ALWAYS turned toward my archers and marched towards them, even if there was some worse threat that would expose their flank. As a result I never was able to do a good left side/right side/ center/ rear test. I gave up in frustration with the AI. I could however, see some difference in campaign battles, but I had to take much of this on faith.