Welcome to the revamped edition of the
COMPLETELY UNOFFICIAL,
NOT-EXACTLY-AUTHORIZED preview thread for
Europa Barbarorum... a (not-so) little thing we like to call...
The Lost Art Of Keeping A Secret
Spend all weekend refreshing the forums waiting for your weekly EB news fix? Is your room wallpapered with screenshots? Can't sleep at night because of your anticipation? This is the thread for you! TLAOKAS, of course, was not my idea, but was the brainchild of the extremely hard-working [B]Sarcasm[/B}, who has now moved on to greener pastures within the EB team itself! Lucky bastard! Anyway, obviously he would no longer be able to keep this thread up-to-date with all the work he is now doing, not to mention the whole conflict-of-interest thing, so I (
Sheep) have taken over. Hopefully I will be able to continue on with his tradition.
From its start,
Europa Barbarorum has been shrowded in mystery, and as
Khelvan,
Aymar,
Urnamma and the rest of the gang run a tight ship, very little information comes out, except that which is released in weekly news bulletins. These are spread across the board and tend to be flooded with a whole lot of exclamation points and worship posts, not to mention useless and spontaneous conversations started by the likes of
Sarcasm (and others, such as the current author). Also, there is a lot of speculation and discussion on this forum regarding units, factions, translations, graphical aspects, historical accuracy AND nudity, believe it or not.
Wouldn't it be nice to have a single forum where it's all organized and with as much information as can be found on the stuff exposed on the news bulletins and other threads? Hell, it might even become a 'cult' thread... but most likely it won't. So, with Khelvan's reluctant approval here we are.
Just to be ABSOLUTELY CLEAR, none of the information in this thread can be taken as gospel. Sheep has no relation to the EB team (except as a fan) and has no insider information... all of the stuff you see in here can be found throughout this board, if you take the time to look. But the whole idea is that you don't have to! Sweet deal, for you. But just keep in mind that the EB team reserves the right to change any and all aspects of the game hinted at in this thread. Again... COMPLETELY UNOFFICIAL!!! NOT EXACTLY AUTHORIZED!!!
If you want to see some of the EB team's official releases, check them out here (unless specified, these are .Org links only, you can find identical threads in the EB forum at
Total War Center ):
20 August (Pahlava/Parthia preview!)
17 August (gameplay and features preview!)
7 August (Koinon Hellenon/Greek Cities preview!)
1 August (Iberia preview!)
24 July (Sauromatae/Sarmatia preview!)
10 July (campaign map preview!)
5 July (Pontos preview!)
25 June (Casse/Briton preview!)
21 June (Eleutheroi/Rebel preview!)
12 June (Macedonia preview!)
2 June (Sweboz/German preview!)
22 May (Seleucid preview!)
13 May (Baktria preview!)
7 May (Aedui/Gaul preview!)
29 April (Karthadastim/Carthage preview!)
22 April (Ptolemaic Egypt preview!)
15 April
8 April
1 April (warning, April 1st is APRIL FOOLS DAY in the USA!)
25 March
18 March
11 March
3 March (TWcenter thread)
28 February
19 February (TWcenter thread)
11 February (TWcenter thread)
6 February (TWcenter thread)
28 January
You should also check out the
EB FAQ.
This absolutely huge and gorgeous map was released by the EB team in July. The first thumbnail above leads to a picture of the map without faction starting locations (some of which are still secret!). The second is a fancy antique-ish map created by
Teleklos Archelau. Complete with ferocious sea monsters!
A somewhat similar map has been released as a separate download called Mundus Magnus by
Dead Moroz, former mapmaker for EB. This download is available at the TW Center website (where he is known as
ngr).
Here is a compilation of all the faction maps so far released by the EB team:
It is definitely meant as a work-in-progress, to be updated as more complete information is released! Many thanks go out to
Lord Tomyris who made the original faction map complilation featured in this thread. I decided to use the official one just because it's... well, official. But we all know who thought of it first, right? ;)
To the day in which this is being written, the playable factions are:
Rome:
The Romans should feature at least two periods for their legions.
The first period ("pre-Marian") of Rome will field large contingents of Latin heavy infantry (
principes/
triarii) as their main force and reserve, skirmishers (
velites) and light infantry (
hastati) in the front and low-quality heavy cavalry (
equites) on the flanks. There should also be large amounts of allied Italian contingents, even up to a 1:1 ratio, but with a larger proportion of (better-quality) cavalry.
The second period ("Marian") should be a time where the Legions are standardized, and all Latin and Italian contingents are armed in the same fashion, as heavy infantry armed with
pila. Non-Roman peoples should provide auxilia in the form of armoured spearmen, skirmishers, and specialized cavalry.
Aedui:
The Gauls will be represented by the confederation led by one of the several major tribes, the Aedui.
Will also be referred to as
Gaul for the remainder of this thread.
The Gauls field a very balanced unit roster, with good quality light, medium and heavy infantry, all fully able to stand in a battleline, some even phalanx capable. Their light and medium cavalry is also of good quality, and so is their heavy cavalry, though very expensive. They have access to a great variety of regional units as well, which give them other useful options. A good all-around army.
Arche Seleukeia:
Will also be referred to as
Seleucid Empire for the remainder of this thread.
As one of the primary Successor states, the Seleucids feature a typical Successor army dominated by phalangites of various qualities and origins, supported by heavy cavalry (including
kataphraktoi and
hetairoi) and units with ability to skirmish (from light and mobile
peltastai up to the heavily-armoured elite
thorakitai argyraspidai). However, the empire is very large so Seleucid armies have been influenced by many outside forces such as the steppe peoples and the Celtic Galatians, and also show an eastern influence, with their unit rosters including units like war elephants and cataphracts, ideas borrowed from the Persians and Indians that Alexander fought.
Armenia:
The Armenians will likely field an army made up of light/medium infantry with a few heavy infantry (particularly axemen). In support it will field large quantities of both light and heavy cavalry in the form of horse archers (probably from the steppe tribes) and cataphracts (of lighter build than those of Parthia).
Baktria:
Replaces Numidia.
The armies of Baktria are a mix between Hellenic and Iranian fighting forces. Their bread-and-butter, like most of the Successor states, will be the phalanx, although Baktria's location far to the east of Greece will mean many of its phalangites are natives where the other Successor kingdoms would use more loyal Greek colonists. There will be several types of elite infantry units, including spear-armed hoplites (
hyspaspistai) and heavy shock infantry (
pheraspidai) armed with swords. There will also be many native units, including the versatile
doryphoroi armed with bows and spears. Still other units will show a true blending of cultures, such as the Indo-Greek hoplites. Cavalry will range from very light missle cavalry (including horse archers) to extremely heavy cataphracts, with a multitude of region-specific cavalry in between. Some Indian units will also be present and Baktria should be able to send Indian elephants into battle.
Casse:
The Britons will be represented by a historically powerful tribe, the Casse.
Will also be referred to as
Britannia for the remainder of this thread.
Britannia will field an army composed of very mobile infantry and chariots. Its infantry is mostly light and medium and many possess the ability to skirmish and hide in long grass in order to spring ambushes.Also swords are rare due to relative shortages of iron in the isle. It has a couple of heavy infantry units which are very expensive to recruit but of very good quality. It will have very little cavalry (one unit of pony cavalry), and relies on chariots as a mounted arm instead. Slingers provide the only missile support for this faction.
Dacia:
The Dacians will presumably field mostly infantry, with some archer support. They will most likely have a mix of light and medium infantry including the terrible falxmen. They will likely have some medium cavalry as well.
Iberia:
Representing a number of local Iberian tribes.
Little or nothing has been released on the Iberian/Celtiberian armies. But it will most likely contain some light and medium infantry, with ability to make both ambushes and open battles. Most infantry will carry a slashing
falcata or a straighter thrusting sword of great quality, since they were great smiths and metal was plentiful. Almost all will carry a javelin of some sort, the
soliferrum being especially deadly. The cavalry is some of the best in the western world, and medium and heavy (reportedly, there is a sort of western cataphract) variants should be in the roster. For missile support they use slingers, including those of the Baleares Islands.
Karthadastim:
Will also be referred to as
Carthage for the remainder of this thread.
The Empire of Carthage will field armies made up almost exclusively of foreign units. The few units actually made up of Carthaginians will either be miltia or super-elite Sacred Band units. The rest of its soldiers are mercenaries or conscripted from areas under Carthage's rule, such as Libya, the Balearic Islands, and parts of Numidia and Iberia. This variation is reflected in the diversity of the Carthaginian military, featuring a mix of spear-armed and phalanx units from Africa (including Libyan and Liby-Phoenician infantry, as well as Sacred Band infantry) and guerilla-style troops from Spain (
caetratii and
scutarii). The infantry is supported by missile units such as the elite Balearic slingers and a whole range of cavalry, from superb Numidian mounted skirmishers, to light and heavy Iberian horsemen, all the way up to the ironclad Sacred Band cavalry. Later in the game, Carthage's armies (assuming they are still around) will react to incursions of Roman heavy infantry by adopting heavier mail armour and altering their tactics to emphasize close combat with heavy infantry units.
Koinon Hellenon:
Representing the Greek city-states (poleis) of Sparta, Athens, and Rhodes.
Will also be referred to as
Allied Hellenes for the remainder of this thread.
The Allied Hellenes will have an army based mainly around
hoplitai of different sorts (including elite Spartans), supported by few other heavy or light infantry. It will rely on screening units to guard the flanks of its phalanx, mainly skirmishers. It will rely very little on heavy cavalry (which will be most likely very expensive to train and maintain), or archers (small range, inadequate damage). The nearby presence of the right kind of mercenaries (especially Cretan archers and Rhodian slingers) will most likely make up for these deficiencies.
Makedon:
Representing the Antigonid Dynasty in Macedon.
Will also be referred to as
Macedon for the remainder of this thread.
The Macedonic army will base itself around the use of a fixing phalanx, with some heavy/light infantry and skirmishers covering the gaps between the blocks and heavy cavalry in the form of subject Thessalian Cavalry and
hetairoi. The main line can be reinforced by elite units (
hypaspistai and
pheraspidai) and supported by both slingers and archers.
Pahlava:
Will also be referred to as
Parthia for the remainder of this thread.
Parthian armies, despite being renowned for their cavalry, were actually composed mainly of infantry. That infantry mostly consisted of skirmishers and other light troops, perhaps not as heavily armed and well-trained as their Mediterranean rivals, but good enough to still be effective at sieges. Their infantry will be supported by many kinds of cavalry, including horse archers and the legendary cataphracts. Elephants are also a possibility.
Pontos:
Almost no mention has been made of Pontic armies in the EB forums (suspicious?). Presumably, it will be a mixture of
phalangitai along with some light (native infantry) and heavy infantry (
pheraspidai) covering the gaps between blocks. Galatian infantry is also a possibility. The natives should provide the light cavalry (javelin-throwing cavalry) and skirmishers. Horse archers could be provided by steppe tribes. The heavier cavalry should be of Hellenistic origin and in the
hetairoi fashion. Other medium and heavy cavalry should be provided by the Hellenic population and the Cappadocians as well. Scythed chariots are also featured.
Ptolemaioi:
Egyptian faction, Hellenic instead of Pharaonic as in vanilla game.
Will also be referred to as
Ptolemaic Egypt for the remainder of this thread.
The Ptolemaic army, like most of those of the Diadochy, is made up of a core of Hellenic soldiers supported by native non-Greeks. The Greco-Macedons provide the main phalanx (
pezhetairoi), the elite infantry guards (
agemata) and the heavy cavalry (
kleruchoi and
hetairoi). The natives provide skirmishers (
psiloi), light infantry (
pantopadoi,
machimoi), and light cavalry (
machimoi). Although most of their troops will fight in phalanx, the Ptolemies should also feature one or more kinds of non-phalanx infantry of various strengths, including heavy Ethiopian mercenaries. Elephants should also be present.
Sauromatae:
Representing a number of nomadic steppe tribes.
Will also be referred to as
Sarmatians for the remainder of this thread.
The Sarmatian tribes are famous for their horse archers as well as many other types of cavalry from light skirmishers all the way up to heavily-armoured nobles. They will also be able to field numerous infantry from the more settled tribes, although numbers will vary from battle to battle.
Swêbōz:
The Germans will be represented by the confederation led by one of several major tribes, the Suebi.
Will also be referred to as
Germania for the rest of this thread.
The Germans will, like the Britons, have a shortage of iron, so they will field limited amounts of armoured troops and swords (which will be reserved for the wealthier elite soldiers who can afford to make or import the equipment). Most of their light and medium infantry will be unarmoured and armed with
framae, thrusting spears and javelins. The infantry will be supported by missile troops, including short-range skirmishers and long-range archers, as well as by several different types of cavalry ranging from light to heavy.
Thracia:
Thracia should be able to field some Hellenic-style soldiers such as hoplites, phalangites and heavy cavalry armoured in bronze (for the nobles) along with their more traditional medium infantry armed with javelins and
rhomphaias,
peltastai skirmishers, light cavalry and javelinmen on horse. Bastarnae mercenaries should also be present.
Numidia:
Not currently a playable faction, the Numidians will be just another one of the Eleutheroi, rebel factions waiting for CA's decision to make the game more mod-friendly, and allow EB to add more factions.
I speculate that there are other factions being considered to be made rebels, such as Thracia... Armenia was considered as well, but the supporters of its replacement were promptly lynched by an angry mob with pitchforks and torches, and now, all is as it should be.
A Note About Faction Icons:
Part of the mod's objective is to remake the faction icons, as seen above. All of the icons shown so far have been created by
Parmenio and
Dux Corvanus, except for that of Iberia, which was created by
Aymar.
Barbarian Tribes:
In vanilla Rome: Total War, the barbarians are represented as ahistorical "nations" with a unified government. But historically, these people organized themselves in a multitude of tribes, loosely affiliated at best. Unfortunately, hard-coded limits built into the game cap the number of factions (including slaves and rebels). This limits the manner in which
Europa Barbarorum can represent the barbarians in a historical manner.
As a compromise, barbarian factions will be set more around specific tribes than those supposed "nations" featured in the vanilla game. Dacia will represent the Getae, Gaul will be Aedui, Thracia will be the specific tribe of the Odrysians, the Iberians will be represented by the Celtiberic tribes (including the Lusitanii), Britannia will be the Casii Kingdom and finally Germania is based loosely on the Suebii Confederation.
Greek City-States:
Allied Hellenes is barely historical, representing a brief alliance between the city-states of Athens, Sparta, and Rhodes. This is a difficult choice, because there was no coherent faction that controlled southern Greece throughout this time period, as the Antigonid dynasty controlled northern Greece and Macedon... the same problem EB had with representing the many different barbarian tribes. There are just not enough factions available to represent the reality of the independent city-states or even the various leagues and alliances they made during this time period.
Roman Factions:
It has recently been confirmed that EB will feature a unified Roman Republic with no Senate. This would hopefully allow up to three places to be reassigned to new factions. Think of the possibilities! The return of Numidia! Illyrians no longer an April Fools joke! Rome sits back and watches as the Arverni go head-to-head with the Aedui! The Mauryans cross the Hindu Kush!
Recruitment:
EB will have a complicated recruiting system, reflecting the complicated reality of the 3rd century BC. There will be faction-specific units, some of which will be buildable anywhere, but some will only be buildable in certain provinces or regions. There will be province-specific units, some of which will be buildable only by certain factions, and others buildable by any faction that owns the province. On top of that, there are mercenaries and auxiliaries that are not buildable, only hireable. And of course some units may fit into more than one category.
Unit List:
Unit screenshots will comprise the majority of this thread as that seems to be what people are most interested in.
This list will try to collect all information regarding the units that will fill your screen, including screenshots. I will also attempt to make out its function on the battlefield and translate their names, when applicable. Take every unit description with a pinch of salt. Wait... you better take some more...
This new recruitment system is awesome, but it makes it hard to categorize the units here as they do not correspond to discrete factions. After a little bit of discussion, we decided on a categorization roughly based on the "culture" of the units instead of their faction. Now, we are using an extremely broad definition and of course we couldn't represent every culture. So, for instance, "African" units will include only native Carthaginian and native Egyptian units, as well as other independent units from Africa. Many of Ptolemaic Egypt's units are based on the Greek phalanx and comprised of Greek soldiers, so those particular units would go under the "Hellenic" category. Likewise Carthage used many Iberian and Celtic units and those would not be included in the "African" section.
It should be noted that the "cultures" as used in this thread do not reflect the cultures of the factions as expressed in game mechanics, nor does the EB team ever use our "culture" categories anywhere in the mod.
Many of these unit screenshots and descriptions were collected in the beginning of the development of the mod, when it was more open to the common user and much has surely changed after that. So, not all of these units have actually been 100% confirmed to exist in the game as described here in this thread. The ones marked with "UNCONFIRMED" are units that have only been mentioned in an unofficial capacity, or are assumed by this thread to be present. Others are marked as "OUTDATED", which means the skins/models pictured are older and have probably been replaced by now, or were indicated as a work-in-progress when originally posted. The names of many units written here in English will probably be translated to their native tongue when EB is released.
ANY AND ALL UNITS PICTURED HERE ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY THE EB TEAM.
****AFRICAN****
*Carthaginian Citizen Infantry
Translation : N/A
Description : Militia phalanx made up of Carthaginian citizens, armoured in linen and Attic helmets, and carrying
thureos shields. Town Militia/Phalanx Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Karthadastim
Recruitable in : Carthage, ???
*Libyan Spearmen
SCREENSHOT #1 (BROKEN LINK)
Post Date: 29 April 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 29 April 2005
By: Prometheus
Translation : N/A
Description : Recruited from among the Libyan subjects of Carthage, these soldiers fight in a similar manner as the
thureophoroi of the Hellenic empires. Armoured in linen and armed with
thureos shields, spears, and javelins for skirmishing before combat. Heavy Skirmishers.
Recruitable by :
Karthadastim
Recruitable in : Libya, ???
*Libyan Heavy Spearmen (UNCONFIRMED)
SCREENSHOT #1 (BROKEN LINK)
Post Date: 29 April 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 29 April 2005
By: Prometheus and Adherbal
Translation : N/A
Description : Recruited from among the Libyan subjects of Carthage, these soldiers fight in a similar manner as the
thureophoroi of the Hellenic empires. Later Libyan soldiers were armoured in mail instead of linen, and armed with
thureos shields, spears, and javelins for skirmishing before combat. Heavy Skirmishers.
Recruitable by :
Karthadastim
Recruitable in : Libya
*Liby-Phoenician Infantry
SCREENSHOT (BROKEN LINK)
Post Date: 29 April 2005
By: Prometheus and Adherbal
Translation : N/A
Description : Recruited from among the Liby-Phoenician subjects of Carthage, these soldiers fight as light hoplites armoured in linen with bronze Thracian helmets and greaves. Their spears are held underhanded, and they also carry swords for close combat if the need arises. Phalanx Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Karthadastim
Recruitable in : Libya, Carthage, ???
*Liby-Phoenician Heavy Infantry
SCREENSHOT (BROKEN LINK)
Post Date: 29 April 2005
By: Prometheus
Translation : N/A
Description : Recruited from among the Liby-Phoenician subjects of Carthage, these later soldiers are armoured in iron mail, along with their bronze Thracian helmets and greaves. They still fight primarily as hoplites with spears held underhanded, but their heavier armour allows them to more effectively take a close combat role as well. Phalanx Infantry/Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Karthadastim
Recruitable in : Libya, Carthage, ???
*Elite African Pikemen
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 29 April 2005
By: Adherbal
Translation : N/A
Description : Elite, high morale infantry recruited from poor Carthaginians and Liby-Phoenicians that fight in a Hellenic phalanx. Armed with
sarissa spears but also proficient with their swords. Phalanx Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Karthadastim
Recruitable in : Carthage, ???
*Elite African Infantry
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 8 April 2005
By: Adherbal
Translation : N/A
Description : Elite, high morale infantry recruited from poor Carthaginians and Liby-Phoenicians and adapted to fight in the style of the rival Roman legions. Armed with Iberian short swords and scuta, and armoured with Roman-style mail armor and greaves. Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Karthadastim
Recruitable in : Carthage, ???
*Sacred Band Infantry
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 29 April 2005
By: Prometheus
Translation : N/A
Description : Heavily-armoured elite hoplites, made up of noblemen trained from birth as warriors by the temple of Baal in Carthage. These wealthy soldiers can afford the finest steel armor and Argive shields, and are armed with long spears and
falcata swords, so they are given the honor of holding the right wing of Carthaginian phalanxes. Phalanx Infantry/Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Karthadastim
Recruitable in : Carthage
*Carthaginian Citizen Cavalry
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 29 April 2005
By: Adherbal
Translation : N/A
Description : Drawn from among the lower Carthaginian nobility, these reliable, high morale cavalrymen are armoured in linen and carry no shield. They fight primarily with a long
xyston lance but also swing their
falcata swords after the charge stalls. Medium Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Karthadastim
Recruitable in : Carthage, ???
*Sacred Band Cavalry
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 29 April 2005
By: Adherbal
Translation : N/A
Description : Superior heavy cavalry of Carthaginian armies, made up of noblemen trained from birth as horsemen by the temple of Astarte in Carthage. Both horse and rider are heavily armoured, and each man carries both a two-handed lance and a curved
falcata sword, along with a large round shield slung over the back during mounted combat. Shock Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Karthadastim
Recruitable in : Carthage
*Numidian Javelineers (UNCONFIRMED)
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 9 January 2005 (OUTDATED)
By: Prometheus (modified by Aymar)
Translation : N/A
Description : Unarmoured skirmishers, armed only with javelins and a small shield. Light Skirmishers.
Recruitable by :
Karthadastim,
Rome?, ???
Recruitable in : northwest Africa, Sicily?
*Numidian Slingers (UNCONFIRMED)
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 9 January 2005 (OUTDATED)
By: Aymar (modified from Prometheus)
Translation : N/A
Description : Unarmoured slingers, otherwise armed only with a knife and a small shield. Ranged Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Karthadastim,
Rome?, ???
Recruitable in : northwest Africa, Sicily?
*Numidian Cavalry (UNCONFIRMED)
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 9 January 2005 (OUTDATED)
By: Prometheus (modified by Aymar)
Translation : N/A
Description : Mounted skirmishers, recruited in northwestern Africa. They ride without saddles and are regarded as the best light cavalry in the western world. Unarmoured and armed with javelins and a small shield. Mounted Light Skirmishers.
Recruitable by :
Karthadastim,
Rome?, ???
Recruitable in : northwest Africa
*Garamantes Nomads (UNCONFIRMED)
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 14 November 2004 (OUTDATED)
By: Prometheus
Translation : N/A
Description : Pre-Muslim Arab camelry, unarmoured and armed with a sword and a large shield (NOTE: Scimitars will not be available in this time period). Light Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Karthadastim,
Rome?, ???
Recruitable in : North Africa
*Garamantes Infantry (UNCONFIRMED)
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 14 November 2004 (OUTDATED)
By: Prometheus
Translation : N/A
Description : Pre-Muslim Arab infantry, unarmoured and armed with a spear and large shield. Light Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Karthadastim,
Rome?, ???
Recruitable in : North Africa
*Akontistai
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 22 April 2005
By: Chemchok?
Translation : 'Javelineers'
Description : One of three classes of
psiloi, used exclusively to harass enemy armies with missile fire. Unarmoured levies drawn from the poorest native subjects of the Ptolemies, unarmoured and armed with only knives besides their javelins. Skirmishers.
Recruitable by :
Ptolemaoi
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Ptolemaic Empire
*Toxotai
Translation : 'Archers'
Description : One of three classes of
psiloi, used exclusively to harass enemy armies with missile fire. Unarmoured levies drawn from the poorest native subjects of the Ptolemies, unarmoured and armed with only knives besides their bows. Ranged Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Ptolemaioi
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Ptolemaic Empire
*Sphendonetai
Translation : 'Slingers'
Description : One of three classes of
psiloi, used exclusively to harass enemy armies with missile fire. Unarmoured levies drawn from the poorest native subjects of the Ptolemies, unarmoured and armed with only knives besides their slings. Ranged Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Ptolemaioi
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Ptolemaic Empire
*Pantodapoi
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 6 February 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 28 February 2005
SCREENSHOT #3
Post Date: 22 April 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Men From Everywhere'
Description : Militia recruited among the many different native peoples under the rule of the Hellenic Ptolemies. Unarmoured, barely trained, and armed only with a spear and a large shield. Town Militia.
Recruitable by :
Ptolemaoi
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Ptolemaic Empire
*Machimoi Phalangitai
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 28 February 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 22 April 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Warrior Phalanx'
Description : Conscripted from the native (non-Greek) Egyptian population, armoured in quilted cloth for the heat, and armed with long
sarissa spears and small Illyrian shields. Expensive troops due to their rebellious history. Phalanx Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Ptolemaioi
Recruitable in : Egypt
*Machimoi Cavalry
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 22 April 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 22 April 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Warrior Cavalry'
Description : Versatile medium cavalry, conscripted from the native (non-Greek) Egyptian nobility. Lightly armoured for speed, and equally as effective throwing javelins or charging with their spears. Medium Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Ptolemaioi
Recruitable in : Egypt
*Ethiopiai Agemata
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 22 April 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Ethiopian Guard'
Description : Mercenaries from Ethiopia often found fighting in the armies of the Ptolemies, heavily armoured in mail under their tunics, and armed with a large double-bladed axe. Shock Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Ptolemaioi,
???
Recruitable in : Ethiopia, Egypt?
*Numidian Light Cavalry Auxilia
Translation : N/A
Description : Mounted skirmishers, recruited to fight for the Roman Empire, either from their homeland or by traveling to the Italian Provinces to hire themselves out. They ride without saddles and are regarded as the best light cavalry in the western world. Unarmoured and armed with javelins and a small shield. Mounted Light Skirmishers.
Recruitable by :
Rome
Recruitable in : northwest Africa, Sicily
****CELTIC****
*Tribal Militia (UNCONFIRMED)
Gallic Skin
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 19 November 2004 (OUTDATED)
Model by: Vercingetorix Texture by: Psycho
Translation : N/A
Description : Low quality levies from the Celtic tribes. Unarmoured and armed with a thrusting spear and a large shield. Town Militia.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Gaul, Britannia
*Silurii Byrnai
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Post Date: 11 March 2005
Model by: Prometheus Texture by: Spartan Merc
Translation : 'Silurii Spearmen'
Description : Basic foot soldiers of the fierce Silurii tribe of southern Britain. Disciplined, well-trained, and brave, these warriors carry throwing spears and a large shield. Light Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Casse,
Aedui
Recruitable in : modern Wales
*Brycalaware (Rie-call-a-oo-ree)
Rebel Skin
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 25 February 2005 (OUTDATED)
By: WEIRDSHADY
Briton Skin
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 25 February 2005 (OUTDATED)
By: WEIRDSHADY
General's Bodyguard Skin (?)
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Post Date: 25 February 2005 (OUTDATED)
By: WEIRDSHADY
Translation : 'Great Champions'
Description : These veterans, made wealthy by gifts from their chieftains, are capable of buying the best equipment. Armoured and armed with a spear, large shield and sword. Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Casse
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Britannia
*Mala Gaeroas
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Post Date: 15 April 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 7 May 2005
By: Prometheus (unit pic by Aymar)
Translation : 'Southern Spearmen'
Description : Unarmoured rank-and-file troops of southern Gallic armies, armed with javelins, spears, and large shields. Light Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui
Recruitable in : southern Gaul
*Bataroas (Bah-tah-rows)
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Post Date: 7 May 2005
Model by: Vercingetorix Texture by: Psycho
Translation : 'Warband'
Description : Professional swordsmen that form the core of northern Gallic armies, still young but experienced and rich enough to own iron swords. Unarmoured but protected by oval shields. Medium Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui
Recruitable in : northern Gaul
*Botroas (Boat-rows)
British Skin???
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 25 February 2005
By: Prometheus
Gallic Skin
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 25 February 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 7 May 2005
By: Prometheus
Translation : 'Swordsmen'
Description : Professional swordsmen that form the core of southern Gallic and British armies, still young but experienced and rich enough to own iron swords. Unarmoured but protected by tall, narrow shields. Medium Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse
Recruitable in : southern Gaul, southern Britain
*Soldurii (Sol-dor-ee-i)
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Post Date: 25 February 2005
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Post Date: 7 May 2005
By: Prometheus
Translation : 'Fearless Ones'
Description : Elite warriors of the Aquitanii tribe. Armour and weapons varied, but will be armoured in-game with heavy chain, and armed with long spears, swords, and large oval shields. Heavy Infantry/Phalanx Infantry?.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse
Recruitable in : Aquitania
*Arvenii Arjos
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 12 November 2004 (OUTDATED)
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 13 December 2004 (OUTDATED)
By: Reconspy (modified by Vercingetorix and Psycho)
Translation : 'Arvenii Noblemen'
Description : Disciplined, high morale, mail-armoured noblemen of the Arvernii tribe, armed with long spears, longsword and a large shield. Can form shield wall. Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse
Recruitable in : Arvenia
*Leuce Epos (Luch/Luke Ee-pus)
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 11 February 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 7 May 2005
Model by: Vercingetorix Texture by: Psycho
Translation : 'Light (fast) Horse'
Description : Unarmoured horsemen, armed with javelins, lances, and a large shield. Medium Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Gaul
*Brihentin (Bree-hen-ten)
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Post Date: 7 May 2005
Model by: Prometheus Texture by: Psycho
Translation : 'Knights'
Description : Wealthy Gallic noblemen fighting as heavy cavalry, armoured in the best mail, and armed with lances, longsword and a large round shield. Shock Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Transalpine Gaul
*Daernaght
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Post Date: 15 April 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Spearmen'
Description : Most basic warriors of the Goidelic tribes with good morale. They are only semi-professional, training only four months a year, returning to work afterwards. They are unarmoured but carry a large shield and are armed with one heavy javelin, thrown before a charge, as well as a spear. Light Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse,
Iberia
Recruitable in : Hibernia
*Laech
Translation : 'Warrior'
Description : Warriors of the Goedelic tribes. They are professional soldiers which train all-year round and make up the core of the Goidelic armies. They are unarmoured but are equipped with a large shield and a sword. Medium Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse,
Iberia
Recruitable in : Hibernia
*Orddmohrnaght
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Post Date: 15 April 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Great Hammer Men'
Description : Specialized Goidelic soldiers in small units, armoured in quilted or leather scale armour, and carrying a large two-handed warhammer with the express purpose of killing heavy infantry. Medium Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse,
Iberia
Recruitable in : Hibernia
*Gurrain
Translation : 'Cavalry'
Description : Most basic warriors of the Goedelic tribes. They are only semi-professional, training only four months a year, returning to work afterwards. They fight mounted on a pony, are unarmoured, carry a shield and are armed with spears, for both throwing as well as thrusting. Light Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse
Recruitable in : Hibernia
*Belgae Batacorii (Bah-tah-kur-ee-eye)
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Post Date: 7 May 2005
By: Prometheus???
Translation : 'Fighting Troop'
Description : Younger warriors of the Belgae tribe, not rich enough to afford swords but well-trained and very skillful with their spears. Unarmoured but protected by a large painted shield. Light Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse
Recruitable in : northern Gaul, southern Britannia, Hibernia?
*Belgae Milnaht (Mel-not)
Gallic Skin
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 28 January 2005 (SLIGHTLY OUTDATED?)
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 7 May 2005
By: Prometheus (modified by Vercingetorix and Psycho)
Briton Skin
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 28 January 2005 (SLIGHTLY OUTDATED?)
By: Prometheus (modified by Vercingetorix and Psycho)
Translation : 'Great Men'
Description : Older and more experienced, but non-aristocratic, professional warriors of the Belgae tribe. Unarmoured except for a bronze helmet, but protected by a large shield rimmed with bronze, and armed with a large iron sword . Medium Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse
Recruitable in : northern Gaul, southern Britannia, Hibernia?
*Mori Gaesum (Mor-ee Guy-sum)
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 12 January 2005 (SLIGHTLY OUTDATED?)
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 7 May 2005
By: Prometheus and Psycho
Translation : 'Sea of Spears'
Description : Heavily armoured tribal warriors of the Helvetii, disciplined enough to fight in a version of the Greek phalanx formation using long spears and large Celtic shields. Also armed with longswords for close combat. Phalanx Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse
Recruitable in : modern Switzerland
*Clyddailauddynion (Cli-thu-deh-thin-un-ee-on)
Translation : 'Swordsmen'
Description : Generally, these are some of the wealthiest men of the southern tribes of Britannia, as iron supply was short and thus made the process of forging or trading swords a very expensive matter. They use woad patterns all over their bodies and spiked hair. They are unarmoured but carry a large oval shield. Medium Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Casse
Recruitable in : southern Britannia
*Calwr Chlaiddyfwir
Translation : 'Glorious Giant Blade Men'
Description : These are men very akin to the Brycalaware, but carry a two-handed sword and are armoured in the finest mailshirts besides wearing metal helmets. Their weapons have the ability to shatter shields and armour, and instill terror on their foes and inspire their fellow men. Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Casse
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Britannia, except Caledonia
*Eginynauddynion
Translation : 'Bladesmen'
Description : These are young but experienced warriors of the Midlands. They are impetous and cover their bodies with intricate designs believing it will bestow protection upon them. They are armoured with a leather vest, and equip themselves with a shortsword and a small shield. Light Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Casse
Recruitable in : middle Britannia
*Ffonaflauddynion
Translation : 'Slingmen'
Description : These were the youngest warriors of the tribes, still learning the trade of warfare, but their slings are still a very effective weapon. They will probably break and flee if forced to fight hand-to-hand, since they are only armed with a knife and a small shield. Ranged Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Casse
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Britannia
*Maliwyr Charde (Mall-ee-wir Chard-eh)
Translation : 'Warriors of the South'
Description : They are the rank-and-file warriors of the southern tribes. They are unarmoured and are armed with javelins, a spear and a large oval shield. Skirmishers/Light Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Casse
Recruitable in : southern Britannia
*Rhyfelwyr (Rh-eye-vell-wir)
Translation : 'Warriors'
Description : These are the warriors of the
Caledonians, an isolated people, who do not have large amounts of iron, and as such use less expensive weapons. They are seemingly fearless and believe their tattoos give them special protection. They are unarmoured, and are armed with javelins, a spear, and a square shield. Skirmishers/Medium Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Casse
Recruitable in : Caledonia
*La Tene Cerbydau (Bock-see-deh)
Translation : 'Light Chariots'
Description : Light chariot with bronze fixtures and hubs, drawn by two horses, driven by a man covered in woad designs with spiked and lyed hair, and a rider with a bronze cuirass, bronze helmet, javelins, oval shield, and an iron longsword. Light Chariots.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Britannia, except Caledonia
*Fionn Gaelladha (Kid-unk)
Translation : 'Free Gaels'
Description : These are the greatest warriors of Hibernia and forget all tribal bonds to defend their homeland from foreign invaders. They wear extremely well-made chain shirts, and used a combination of long range javelins, iron longswords, and round shields. Heavy Cavalry/Skirmishers.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse
Recruitable in : Hibernia
*Drwmcerbydau
Translation : 'Heavy Chariots'
Description : Heavy chariot with many bronze fixtures and hubs, drawn by two horses, with an armored driver (armored the same as the rider), and a rider with a bronze cuirass, with bronze helmet, armed with javelins, oval shield, and longsword. Heavy Chariots.
Recruitable by :
Casse
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Britannia
*Senone Slingers (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : N/A
Description : Slingers from the Senones tribe. Low morale, unarmoured and armed with a short sword and a small buckler besides the sling. Ranged Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse,
Iberia
Recruitable in : Gaul
*Aquitanian Archers (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : N/A
Description : Archers from the Aquitanii tribe. Low morale, unarmoured and armed only with a short sword, besides their bows. Ranged Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse,
Iberia
Recruitable in : Aquitae
*Bodvoritus (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : 'Running Wrath'
Description : Very impetuous, very undisciplined, unarmoured warriors with good morale, armed only with a sword. Light Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse,
Iberia
Recruitable in : Gaul
*Veneti Bagaudam (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : 'Veneti Guerrilla Fighters' (?)
Description : Unarmoured warriors from the Veneti tribe, with low morale but bonuses when fighting at night, good at hiding and are more probable to spring ambushes. Armed with a sword and a small square shield. Medium Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse,
Iberia
Recruitable in : Armorica
*Bodubatae (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : 'Raven Warriors'
Description : High morale, High valour, disciplined warriors that can afford very good equipment, their name being given by their raven helmets. Armoured in a bronze cuirass and armed with a long spear, longsword and large oval shield. can form both phalanx and shieldwall. Phalanx infantry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui
Recruitable in : Gaul
*Carnute Cingetos (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : 'Carnute Warriors'
Description : High morale, mail-armoured druidic infantry of the Carnutes tribes. Causes fear on other Celtic soldiers and have large bonus against non-Celtic units. Armed with a longsword and a round shield. Recruitable in Carnute territory, around Cenabum. Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse,
Iberia
Recruitable in : northern Gaul
*Gaestae
Translation : 'Spearmen'
Description : Good morale, high valour, completely naked warriors except for a helmet (don't worry, they actually have a loincloth...wow, that was close, hey kids?) and are armed with throwing spears, longsword and a large hexagonal shield. Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Gaul
*Ordocorii (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : 'Hammer Troops'
Description : Good valour, average morale, mail-armoured warriors that are armed with a warhammer and a round shield. Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse
Recruitable in : southern Britannia, northern Gaul
*Kuaros (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : ???
Description : Heavy swordsmen from Galatia. Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
All???
Recruitable in : Galatia
*Kuarothori (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : ???
Description : Heavy spearmen from Galatia. Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
All???
Recruitable in : Galatia
*Gallic Medium Cavalry Auxilia
Translation : N/A
Description : Unarmoured horsemen, armed with throwing spears, longsword and a large shield. They are recruited from their homelands or travel to the Italian Peninsula to fight for the Roman Empire. Medium Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Rome
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Gaul, Northern Italy
****EURASIAN NOMADS****
*Scythian Steppe Cavalry
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 11 March 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : N/A
Description : Unarmoured horsemen from the steppes, armed with a composite bow, a small shield strapped to the arm and a spear. Ranged Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
All???
Recruitable in : northern Steppes, Black Sea
*Scythian Light Cavalry
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 11 March 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : N/A
Description : Unarmoured horsemen from the steppes, armed with a composite bow, a small shield strapped to the arm and a spear. Ranged Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
All???
Recruitable in : northern Steppes, Black Sea
*Aorsi Riders
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 11 March 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : N/A
Description : Unarmoured horsemen from the Aorsi tribe of the steppes, armed with a composite bow, a small shield strapped to the arm and a spear. Ranged Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Sauromatae
Recruitable in : Tribus Aorsi
*Dahae
Baktrian Skin
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 11 March 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Parthian Skin
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 11 March 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Robbers'
Description : Unarmoured horsemen from the Scythian tribe of the Dahae. Armed with a composite bow, a small shield strapped to the arm, and a spear. Ranged Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Pahlava,
Baktria,
Sauromatae
Recruitable in : central Asia
****GERMANIC****
*Bugimánnōz
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 4 March 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 4 March 2005
SCREENSHOT #3
Post Date: 8 April 2005
SCREENSHOT #4
Post Date: 2 June 2005
Model by: Alin Texture by: Webbird
Translation : 'Bow Men'
Description : Hunters gathered to form an archer warband. They also excel in melee combat with their
framea spears, but are unarmoured and do not carry a shield, so they should only be used as light infantry. Ranged Infantry/Light Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Sweboz
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Germania
*Swáinōz
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 8 April 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 2 June 2005
Model by: Alin Texture by: Webbird
Translation : 'Youthlings'
Description : Unarmoured young warriors who primarily act as skirmishers before the main battle begins. They cannot afford swords, and so are armed with both throwing and thrusting
framea spears, and a wooden shield. Skirmishers/Light Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Sweboz
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Germania
*Fránkámánnōz
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Post Date: 2 June 2005
Model by: Alin Texture by: Webbird
Translation : 'Freemen'
Description : Germanic tribesmen who although not well-trained, have gained experience from fighting in countless tribal skirmishes. Unarmoured but armed with a thrusting
frame spear and oval shield. Town Militia.
Recruitable by :
Sweboz
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Germania
*Bedilaz
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Post Date: 8 April 2005
Model by: Alin Texture by: Webbird
Translation : 'Freemen'
Description : Basic unarmoured spearmen of Germanic armies, armed with a large shield and thrusting
frame spear. Light Infantry. (?)
Recruitable by :
Sweboz
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Germania
*Sáhsnōtōz
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 4 March 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 4 March 2005
SCREENSHOT #3
Post Date: 8 April 2005
SCREENSHOT #4
Post Date: 8 April 2005
SCREENSHOT #5
Post Date: 2 June 2005
Model by: Alin Texture by: Webbird
Translation : 'Swordbondsmen'
Description : Unarmoured swordsmen equipped with a large shield and two
framea javelins to throw before a charge. Medium Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Sweboz
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Germania
*Mêrjōz
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Post Date: 2 June 2005
Model by: Alin Texture by: Webbird
Translation : ???
Description : Elite German warriors selected for physical prowess and bravery, wielding enormous two-handed axes that can do tremendous damage. Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Sweboz
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Germania
*Ridōhárjōz
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 8 April 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 8 April 2005
SCREENSHOT #3
Post Date: 2 June 2005
Model by: Alin Texture by: Webbird
Translation : 'Rider-Warriors'
Description : Unarmoured horsemen equipped with a large shield and armed with
framea for both thrusting and skirmishing. Light Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Sweboz
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Germania?
*Hábukōz-Swáiut
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Post Date: 2 June 2005
Model by: Alin Texture by: Webbird
Translation : 'Hawk Warband'
Description : Warriors of the Chaucii tribe, organized into warbands under the command of petty warlords, armed with
framea spears for melee combat and with wooden shields as their only defense. Medium Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Sweboz
Recruitable in : northwest Germania
*Skándzá-Swáiut
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Post Date: 2 June 2005
Model by: Alin Texture by: Webbird
Translation : 'Scandian Warband'
Description : Scandinavian warriors, unarmoured, but armed with a large wooden shield and
framea spears for melee combat. Good at taking cover in appropriate terrain. Medium Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Sweboz
Recruitable in : Scandinavia
*Wōdánáwulfōz
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 2 June 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 2 June 2005
Model by: Alin Texture by: Webbird
Translation : 'Wolf-Warriors'
Description : Ferocious warriors of the Harii tribe, with bodies and shields painted black to terrify opponents. Unarmoured, but large swords,
framea javelins, and a large wooden shield are all they need. Medium Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Sweboz
Recruitable in : Germania
*Germanic Heavy Cavalry Auxilia
Translation : N/A
Description : Armoured horsemen, armed with a spear (couched), longsword and a large shield. They are recruited from their homelands or travel to the Italian Peninsula, to fight for the Roman Empire. Heavy Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Rome
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Germania, Italy, Pannonia
*Teutones (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : N/A
Description : Excellent valour, excellent morale, disciplined mounted warriors of the Teutones tribes that dye their hair red, grow a full beard and are armed with throwing spears and a small square shield. Heavy Horse Skirmishers.
Recruitable by :
Aedui,
Casse,
Sweboz
Recruitable in : western Germania
*Chatti Fanatics (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : N/A
Description : Fanatical unarmoured axemen/spearmen of the Chatti tribe, also equipped with a large shield. Light Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Sweboz
Recruitable in : Tribus Chatti
****HELLENIC****
*Akontistai
Translation : 'Javelineers'
Description : Unarmoured skirmisher with javelins as its main weapons. Skirmisher.
Recruitable by :
Koinon Hellenon,
Makedon,
Arche Seleukeia
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Greece, Macedon
*Sphendonetai
Translation : 'Slingers'
Description : Hellenic slingers. Ranged Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Koinon Hellenon,
Makedon,
Arche Seleukeia
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Greece, Macedon
*Toxotai
Translation : 'Archers'
Description : Hellenic archers. Ranged Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Koinon Hellenon,
Makedon,
Arche Seleukeia
Recruitable in : Greece, Macedon
*Peltastai
Allied Hellenes Skin
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 11 February 2005
By: Chemchok (texture partially modified from Webbird)
Macedonic Skin
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 11 February 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 2 June 2005
By: Chemchok (texture partially modified from Webbird)
Seleucid Skin
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 22 May 2005
By: Chemchok (texture partially modified from Webbird)
Translation : 'Pelta Bearers'
Description : Fast, lightly armoured Hellenic soldiers with javelins as their primary weapon and carrying an oval shield (not a crescent-shaped
pelta shield). Often recruited from the regular pike formations so they can be effective in melee with their swords, but they will not last long against more heavily armoured troops. Skirmishers.
Recruitable by :
Koinon Hellenon,
Makedon,
Arche Seleukeia
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Greece, Macedon
*Thureophoroi
Translation : 'Thureos Bearers'
Description : Middle class Greeks equipped as a versatile phalanx support infantry. Able to skirmish with heavy javelins, then attack hand-to-hand with spears. Armoured in linen with a bronze helmet, and carrying a
thureos shield. Heavy Skirmisher.
Recruitable by :
Makedon,
Koinon Hellenon,
Arche Seleukeia
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Macedon, Greece, Asia Minor?
*Thorakitai Argyraspidai
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 28 January 2005
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 22 May 2005
By: Prometheus
Translation : 'Armoured Silver Shield Bearers'
Description : Very expensive elite infantry recruited from among the hypaspists and made to fight as extremely heavily-armoured thureophoroi, protected by mail and a
thureos shield. They are armed with javelins to throw before charging in with their wide-bladed spears. Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Arche Seleukeia
Recruitable in : Asia Minor
*Pheraspidai
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 2 June 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Shield Bearers'
Description : Heavily-armoured assault infantry armed with hoplite shields and swords, as well as a few javelins to throw before a charge. Used to fill gaps in a phalanx as well as to storm fortresses. Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Makedon,
Koinon Hellenon
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Greece
*Baktrian Pheraspidai
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 13 May 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Baktrian Shield Bearers'
Description : Baktrian foot swordsmen, used as shock infantry and heavily armoured in iron helmets and greaves, with lamellar and scale body armour. Armed with short
xiphos swords, javelins, and large shields. Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Baktria
Recruitable in : Baktria
*Taxeis Hoplitai
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Post Date: 2 June 2005
By: ???
Translation : 'Militia Hoplites'
Description : Unarmoured hoplite recruited from among peasants and poor city-dwellers to fight in a phalanx. Capable in a fight, but will be rapidly defeated by elite troops or missile fire. Armed with
sarissa spears. Town Militia/Phalanx Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Koinon Hellenon,
Makedon
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Greece
*Taxeis Phalangitai
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 1 April 2005
By: Panda Centurion
Translation : 'Militia Phalangites'
Description : Phalangites armoured in linen and armed with a
sarissa. Phalanx Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Makedon
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Macedon
*Ekdromai Hoplitai
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 15 April 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Outrunner Hoplites'
Description : Very specialized hoplites designed to counteract peltasts and other skirmishers, armored only in light 'brigandine' armor to allow greater speed and defend against missile attack, but protected by a large shield. Armed with a short spear. Light Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Makedon,
Koinon Hellenon,
Arche Seleukeia?
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Macedon, Greece, Asia Minor?
*Indohellenikoi Hoplitai
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 13 May 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Indo-Greek Hoplites'
Description : Longtime Greek colonists in India who fight as hoplites in a heavily modified phalanx, with looser formations and shorter spears than normal hoplites. Those changes plus their javelins give them anti-elephant capabilities. Medium Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Baktria
Recruitable in : India
*Pezhetairoi
Baktrian Skin
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 13 May 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Macedonic Skin
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 2 June 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Ptolemaic Skin
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Post Date: 22 April 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Seleucid Skin
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Post Date: 22 May 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Foot Companions'
Description : Rank-and-file phalangites of Successor armies, mostly made up of Greek soldiers. They are armoured in linen cuirasses and carry round Illyrian shields strapped to their shoulders to allow them to wield long, two-handed
sarissa spears. Phalanx Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Makedon,
Ptolemaioi,
Arche Seleukeia,
Baktria
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Hellenic world?
*Kleruchoi Agemata
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 25 February 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 22 April 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Kleruch Guard'
Description : Armoured phalanx with similar equipment to regular phalangites, but of better quality. Units are made up of Greek military settlers (
kleruchoi) who are given a plot of land (
kleros) in return for their service. Phalanx Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Ptolemaioi
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Ptolemaic Egypt
*Argyraspidai
Seleucid Skin
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 16 December 2004 (OUTDATED)
By: Parmenio
Translation : 'Silver Shield Bearers'
Description : Elite infantry armed with
sarissa spears. Phalanx Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Makedon,
Arche Seleukeia
Recruitable in : Macedon, Asia Minor
*Hypaspistai
Macedonic Skin
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 25 March 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 2 June 2005
By: Agart
Seleucid Skin
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 25 March 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 22 May 2005
By: Agart
Translation : 'High Shield Bearers'
Description : Elite heavy infantry armed as hoplites to fight with an overhand spear, often called upon to strike weak spots in enemy armies and to defend gaps in the formations of their own side. Armoured in a metal cuirass, and carrying a Galatian longsword as their secondary weapon. Phalanx Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Makedon,
Arche Seleukeia
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Macedon, Asia Minor?
*Baktrian Agemata
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 13 May 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 13 May 2005
SCREENSHOT #3
Post Date: 13 May 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Baktrian Guard'
Description : Elite heavy infantry armed as hoplites to fight with an overhand spear, often called upon to strike weak spots in enemy armies and to defend gaps in their own formations. Similar to Hellenic hypaspists but adapted to conditions in Baktria. Phalanx Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Baktria
Recruitable in : Baktria
*Basilikon Agemata
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 25 February 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 22 April 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Royal Guard'
Description : Elite royal guard recruited mostly from the Greek population of the Ptolemaic Empire, developed as a counterpart to the hypaspists of Macedon and the Seleucids. Hoplites armed with a large
thureos shield and overhand spear, but armoured in mail to make them slightly faster than their rivals. Phalanx Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Ptolemaioi
Recruitable in : Alexandria
*Hippakontistes
Translation : 'Horse Javelineers'
Description : Unarmoured light cavalry armed with javelins. Horse Skirmisher.
Recruitable by :
Koinon Hellenon,
Makedon
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Greece, Macedon
*Prodromoi
Translation : 'Before-Runners'
Description : Macedonic light cavalry armed with a
xyston lance as its primary weapon. Light Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Makedon
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Macedon
*Hippeis Xystophoroi
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 25 February 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Xyston-Bearing Cavalry'
Description : Heavily armoured cavalry with the two-handed
xyston lance as its primary weapon. Recruited from among the wealthy of the Greek polis. Shock Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Koinon Hellenon
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Grecce
*Kleruchoi Agemata Cavalry
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 19 February 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 19 February 2005
SCREENSHOT #3
Post Date: 22 April 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Kleruch Guard Cavalry'
Description : Heavily-armoured cavalry with the two-handed
xyston lance as its primary weapon, a secondary
kopis sword, and a small round shield strapped to one arm. Units are made up of Greek military settlers (
kleruchs) who are given a plot of land (
kleros) in return for their service. Shock Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Ptolemaioi
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Ptolemaic Egypt
*Hellenistic Kataphraktoi
Baktrian Skin
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 13 May 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 13 May 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Seleucid Skin
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 22 May 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Hellenistic Armoured Soldiers'
Description : Even more heavily-armoured cataphracts than those found in Parthia and Armenia, protected by a combination of chain, felt, and lamellar armour on both horse and rider. Armed with a two-handed
xyston lance and a sword. Shock Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Arche Seleukeia,
Baktria
Recruitable in : ???
*Hetairoi
Ptolemaic Skin
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 22 April 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Seleucid Skin
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 22 May 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Companions'
Description : Superior heavy cavalry of Successor armies, riding horses armoured with felt and lamellar barding. Riders carry a
xyston lance and
kopis sword and are armoured head-to-toe with iron or bronze plate. Shock Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Makedon,
Ptolemaioi,
Arche Seleukeia,
Baktria?
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Hellenic world?
*Cretan Toxotai
SCREENSHOT (BROKEN LINK)
Post Date: 25 November 2004 (OUTDATED)
By: Prometheus
Translation : 'Cretan Archers'
Description : These soldiers, recognizable by their characteristic red tunic, are considered the best archers in the Hellenic world. They wear no armour and are armed with a bow, a short sword and a small shield. Ranged Infantry.
Recruitable by :
All???
Recruitable in : Crete, Rhodes, Greece?
*Illyrian Thureophoroi
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 1 April 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Illyrian Thureos Bearers'
Description : Illyrians equipped as a versatile phalanx support infantry. Able to skirmish with heavy javelins, then attack hand-to-hand with spears. Armoured in linen with a bronze helmet, and carrying a
thureos shield. Heavy Skirmisher.
Recruitable by :
???
Recruitable in : Illyria
*Spartiates Hoplitai
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 21 November 2004 (OUTDATED)
By: Prometheus
Translation : 'Spartan Hoplites'
Description : Hoplites from Sparta, trained from infancy to fight. Very high morale, tough to break. Armoured with linen cuirass and armed with a overhand spear, short sword and large Argive shield. Phalanx Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Koinon Hellenon
Recruitable in : Sparta
*Hippeis Thessalikoi
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 19 February 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 2 June 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Thessalian Cavalry'
Description : Heavily-armoured cavalry with the
xyston lance as its primary weapon. Recruited from among the subject nobility of Thessaly. Shock Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Makedon,
Koinon Hellenon
Recruitable in : Thessaly
****IBERIAN****
*Balearic Slingers
Translation : N/A
Description : Elite slingers from the Balearic Islands of the coast of Spain. Ranged Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Iberia,
Karthadastim
Recruitable in : Balearic Islands
*Caetratii
Carthaginian Skin
SCREENSHOT (BROKEN LINK)
Post Date: 29 April 2005
By: Aymar
Translation : 'Caetra Bearers'
Description : Excellent light infantry recruited from the Iberian peninsula, these soldiers are armoured with bronze breastplates and helmets, and excel at fighting with
falcata swords and
caetra buckler shields. May also be armed with javelins. Light Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Iberia,
Karthadastim
Recruitable in : Iberia, Carthage?
*Scutarii
Carthaginian Skin
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 25 March 2005
SCREENSHOT #2 (BROKEN LINK)
Post Date: 29 April 2005
By: Aymar
Iberian Skin
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 25 March 2005
By: Aymar
Rebel Skin
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 25 March 2005
By: Aymar
Translation : 'Scutarius Bearers'
Description : The rank-and-file units of an Iberian or Carthaginian army, armoured in high-quality leather with a bronze disc on the chest and equipped with an oval
scutarius shield. They carry two
solifera javelins to throw before entering close combat with their spears. Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Iberia,
Karthadastim
Recruitable in : Iberia, Carthage?
*Iberian Light Cavalry Auxilia
Translation : N/A
Description : These are lightly armoured cavalry, armed with javelins, a
falcata sword and a small round shield. They are recruited from their homelands or travel to the Italian Peninsula, to fight for the Roman Empire. Light Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Rome
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Iberia, Italy
****ITALIAN****
*Velites
Translation : 'Cloak Wearers'
Description : Poorest or youngest soldiers in the Early Republican Legions. Unarmoured and armed with javelins as their main weapon. Light Skirmishers.
Recruitable by :
Rome
Recruitable in : Italy, Romanized territory
*Hastatii
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 7 December 2004 (OUTDATED)
By: Prometheus
Translation : 'Spear Carriers'
Description : Middle-aged soldiers which have done service in the Early Republican Legion, but don´t have enough wealth to buy expensive armour. Armed with
pila, large shield (
scutum) and short-sword. Light Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Rome
Recruitable in : Italy, Romanized territory
*Princepes
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 7 December 2004 (OUTDATED)
By: Prometheus
Translation : 'Leaders'
Description : Middle-aged soldiers who have done service in the Early Republican Legion, and have enough wealth to buy more expensive armour (
lorica hamata). Armed with
pilla, large shield (
scutum) and short-sword. Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Rome
Recruitable in : Italy, Romanized territory
*Camillan Triarii
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 25 March 2005
By: Prometheus
Translation : 'Third-Liners'
Description : Oldest, most veteran soldiers in the Early Republican Legion. Able to buy the best equipment available. Early triarii continued to fight in the Greek phalanx and were equipped with similar armor and weapons. Phalanx Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Rome
Recruitable in : Italy, Romanized territory
*Triarii
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 13 January 2005 (OUTDATED)
By: Prometheus
Translation : 'Third-Liners'
Description : Oldest, most veteran soldiers in the Early Republican Legion. Able to buy the best equipment available. Armed with a spear
(hasta), large shield
(scutum) and short sword. Possibly Phalanx Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Rome
Recruitable in : Italy, Romanized territory
*Equites
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 6 December 2004
By: Prometheus
Translation : 'Horsemen/Knights/Cavalry'
Description : Made up of the citizens that are wealthy enough to provide their own mount. Armoured and armed with a spear, large shield and sword. Medium Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Rome
Recruitable in : Italy, Romanized territory
*Early Cohors Legionarii
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 18 January 2005
By: Prometheus
Translation : 'Early Legionary Cohort'
Description : Late Republican Cohorts. First step into making a homegenous legion, as all the equipment is bought from the state. Well trained, armoured in chainmail and armed with
pilla,
gladii and large shield (
scutum). Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Rome
Recruitable in : Italy, Romanized territory
*Auxilia
Translation : N/A
Description : Imperial soldiers recruited from the Roman provinces, among non-Italic peoples. Trained, armoured in chainmail and armed with a large shield and a spear. Medium Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Rome
Recruitable in : Italy, Romanized territory
*Late Cohors Legionarii
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 18 January 2005
By: Prometheus
Translation : 'Late Legionary Cohort'
Description : Imperial cohorts. Well trained, armoured in banded armour (
lorica segmentata) and armed with
pilla,
gladii and large shield (
scutum). Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Rome
Recruitable in : Italy, Romanized territory
*Early Cohors Praetoria
Translation : 'Early Praetorian Cohort'
Description : Special elite cohort which guarded the tent of the legion´s Legate (the
praetorium) of the Late Republic. In time it became a bodyguard force for generals and eventually formed full cohorts. Well trained, high moral, armoured in chainmail and armed with
pilla,
gladii and large shield (
scutum). Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Rome
Recruitable in : Italy, Romanized territory
*Late Cohors Praetoria
Translation : ???
Description : Special elite cohort which guards Generals and Emperors as well as forming special cohorts that fight across the Imperium. Well trained, high moral, armoured in banded armour and armed with
pilla,
gladii and large shield (
scutum). Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Rome
Recruitable in : Italy, Romanized territory
*Samnite Infantry
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Post Date: 14 November 2004 (OUTDATED)
By: Prometheus
Translation : N/A
Description : Recruited in the southern mountainous ranges of Italy, they were enemies of Rome but were defeated in a recent war and now are found fighting in their armies. Reliable, lightly armoured, and armed with a spear, possibly javelins and a large shield. Light Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Rome,
Karthadastim,
???
Recruitable in : Italy
****NEAR EASTERN****
*Shinakan Slingers (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : 'Peasant Slingers'
Description : Slingers recruited from the peasant class of Armenia. Ranged Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Armenia
Recruitable in : Armenia
*Shinakan Archers (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : 'Peasant Archers'
Description : Archers recruited from the peasant class of Armenia. Ranged Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Armenia
Recruitable in : Armenia
*Thanuvaniya
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 11 March 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 11 March 2005
By: WEIRDSHADY
Translation : 'Archers'
Description : Archer levies conscripted from poor segments of Parthian society. Armed only with a knife or short sword besides their composite bows, as they are not intended to engage in close combat. Ranged Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Pahlava
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Parthia
*Doryphoroi
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 4 March 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 13 May 2005
SCREENSHOT #3
Post Date: 13 May 2005
SCREENSHOT #4
Post Date: 13 May 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Spearmen'
Description : Unarmoured dual-purpose infantry recruited among the Iranian peoples of Persia. They are armed with a spear and a composite bow. Light/Ranged Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Baktria,
Arche Seleukeia
Recruitable in : Persia
*Eransahr Arshtbara
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 4 March 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Spearmen'
Description : Unarmoured dual-purpose infantry recruited from among the Iranian peoples of Persia. They are armed with a spear and a composite bow. Light/Ranged Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Pahlava
Recruitable in : Persia
*Asiatic Taxeis (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : 'Asiatic Levies'
Description : Levies recruited from the subject population of Baktria as light infantry. Town Militia.
Recruitable by :
Baktria
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Baktria
*Pantodapoi
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 6 February 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 22 May 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Men From Everywhere'
Description : Militia recruited from among the subject non-Greek population. Unarmoured and armed only with a spear and a large shield. Town Militia.
Recruitable by :
Arche Seleukeia
Recruitable in : Asia
*Pantopadoi Phalangitai
Baktrian Skin
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 13 May 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Pontic Skin
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 28 February 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Seleucid Skin
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 28 February 2005
SCREENSHOT#2
Post Date: 22 May 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : 'Phalangites From Everywhere'
Description : Lightly armoured infantry armed with
sarissa spears, recruited from the subject non-Greek population. Phalanx Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Pontos,
Arche Seleukeia,
Baktria
Recruitable in : Asia
*Baktrian Spears (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : N/A
Description : Non-phalangite(?) native(?) spearmen in Baktrian armies. Medium/Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Baktria
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Baktria?
*Razmig (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : 'Fighters'
Description : Basic foot spearmen in Armenian armies, possibly recruited from lower classes. Medium Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Armenia
Recruitable in : Armenia
*Mardig (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : 'Warriors'
Description : Swordsmen in Armenian armies. Medium Infantry?
Recruitable by :
Armenia
Recruitable in : Armenia
*Rhamikspas (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : 'Plebeians'
Description : Foot spearmen recruited from the Armenia middle class. Medium Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Armenia
Recruitable in : Armenia
*Baktrian Javelin Cavalry
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 13 May 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : N/A
Description : Light, fast horsemen armed with javelins, a short spear, and a crescent-shaped
taka shield. Mainly a skirmishing unit but able to survive close combat if absolutely necessary. Light Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Baktria
Recruitable in : Arachosia, Baktria, Sogdiana, Media
*Median Cavalry
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 4 March 2005
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 22 May 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : N/A
Description : Horsemen in scale armour, descended from lesser Persian nobility. Armed with a spear, crescent-shaped
taka shield and a
tabar axe. Medium Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Baktria,
Arche Seleukeia
Recruitable in : Media, ???
*Baktrian Cavalry
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 13 May 2005
By: Spartan Warrior
Translation : N/A
Description : Excellent heavy lancers from Baktria, armed with long
kontos lances and axes. Both rider and horse are heavily armoured. Shock Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Baktria
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Baktria?
*Ayrudzi (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : 'Horsemen'
Description : Light cavalry of Armenia. Light Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Armenia
Recruitable in : Armenia
*Aspet Cavalry (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : 'Knight Cavalry'
Description : Heavy cavalry of Armenia. Shock Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Armenia
Recruitable in : Armenia
*Malhazutyun (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : ???
Description : Royal bodyguard cavalry of Armenia. Shock Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Armenia
Recruitable in : Armenia
*Kataphraktoi
Translation : 'Armoured Soldiers'
Description : Very heavily-armoured noblemen of some Near Eastern empires, riding equally well-armoured horses. Armed with a two-handed lance and possibly a mace. Shock Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Pahlava,
???
Recruitable in : Parthia, ???
*Naharar (UNCONFIRMED)
Translation : 'Lords'
Description : Princely lords of Armenia who fight as cataphract cavalry. Shock Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Armenia
Recruitable in : Armenia
*Judean Rebels
Translation : N/A
Description : Jewish warriors who use their spears against any outsiders that would seek to control their Holy Land.
Recruitable by : ???
Recruitable in : Judea
****THRACIANS****
*Thrakioi Prodromoi
Translation : 'Thracian Before-Runners'
Description : Light cavalry armed with a
xyston spear as its primary weapon. Recruited from Thracian tribes. Light Cavalry.
Recruitable by :
Thracia,
Makedonia,
Koinon Hellenon
Recruitable in : Thrace, Northern Macedon
*Thrakioi Peltastai
Translation : 'Thracian Pelta Bearer'
Description : Lightly armoured soldier with javelins as its primary weapon, and protected by a
pelta shield. Recruited from Thracian tribes. Skirmisher.
Recruitable by :
Thracia,
Makedonia,
Koinon Hellenon
Recruitable in : Thrace, Northern Macedon
*Dacian Spearmen
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 29 October 2004 (OUTDATED)
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 29 October 2004 (OUTDATED)
By: The Samnite
Translation : N/A
Description : Unarmoured, armed with spear and a large shield. Town Militia.
Recruitable by :
Dacia
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Dacia
*Dacian Peltastai
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 7 December 2004 (OUTDATED)
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 7 December 2004 (OUTDATED)
SCREENSHOT #3
Post Date: 7 December 2004 (OUTDATED)
By: The Samnite
Translation : 'Dacian Pelta Bearer'
Description : Unarmoured, armed with javelins and a large
pelta shield. Light Skirmishers.
Recruitable by :
Dacia
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Dacia
*Dacian Archer
SCREENSHOT
Post Date: 3 November 2004 (OUTDATED)
By: The Samnite
Translation : N/A
Description : Unarmoured, armed only with a short sword besides its bow. Ranged Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Dacia
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Dacia
*Falxmen
SCREENSHOT #1
Post Date: 6 November 2004 (OUTDATED)
SCREENSHOT #2
Post Date: 6 November 2004 (OUTDATED)
By: The Samnite
Translation : N/A
Description : Unarmoured, armed with a mighty
falx. Heavy Infantry.
Recruitable by :
Dacia
Recruitable in : Anywhere in Dacia
Does anyone else get an annoying banner ad across the Early Legionary Cohort entry?
I don´t.
Have you considered what I proposed?
You still have it saying that the Aorsi, Dahae, and Scythians have swords. They have spears and bows, not swords and bows.
I haven't got through the Hellenic units yet, so I haven't proofread the Iberian, Italian, or Near Eastern sections yet. Sorry it is slow going but I work 65 hours a week or so these days so my time is limited. But I am making a little progress each day. Some things I can do at work but other things I have to be at home with access to Paint Shop Pro. So, sorry, but please, feel free to point any glaring errors so I can correct them when I get time!
PS - Thanks Big John, if I hit refresh it goes away, banished to the bottom of the page where oh so many people will be looking at it.
The Scutarii are Iberian not African, you should put all 3 versions together.
I never said they're a phalanx.
I know... they are the "imitation legionaries" except not really.
I think there's also a screenshot of a (perhapsy outdated) Spartan Hoplite somewhere in the old screenshot topics.
Unfortunately the old thread with all the amazing screenshots of Prometheus' Romans and whatnot has slipped off the edge of the world, as far as I can tell. If the Spartans were in that thread, they're gone and I don't have a backup. Sarcasm? You don't happen to have a backup of them too, do ya? Heh.
All right, I added the newest pics and also another little feature: credits below the pictures. I think the artists should get credit for their amazing work and I definitely don't want anyone thinking I made them! So if you know who made a lot of the older pictures (anything that is in an official news thread you can assume I already know and just haven't got around to yet), go ahead and post them.
Still to do:
Add Thorakites Argyraspidai.
Add buildings section.
Finish credits.
Minor touch-ups for consistency.
But for right now, it's my one full day off in the last 2 weeks, it's sunny out, and I live in friggin' San Diego. I'm going to the beach. I'll finish up later on!
You have a mistake. Well, two. The spearmen for the Goidils are Daernaght, you have the picture with Laech. Also, the Goidilic hammer warriors (Orddmohrnaght; Grand/Great Hammer Men) wear quilted armor with a bronze chest plate, or leather scale armor, and I suppose they're heavy infantry, though their actual purpose is to kill OTHER heavy infantry. They are, themselves, not heavily armored, they have no shields, etc. They're actually more like a type of medium infantry really, that's intent purpose is to kill heavy infantry with their hammers. Against lighter, swifter infantry, arrows, and javelins especially, they would be at great disadvantage. Being so specialized, they also exist in small small units, more intent for a truly strategic purpose, and not so much just hurling them at light infantry and what not.
...EB. We have units that are freakishly specialized. Suck on that vanilla. Them and their armies of chosen swordsmen, waltzing about all unopposed except by even more uber-units from other factions. No one ever using lower tier soldiers anymore. Bah, I say, fye upon it.