spoils to the victor

[Idomeneas]

I think half is a bit much, but I like the idea. A much smaller amount would be more suitable, because it would be too easy to get into a lot of battles and exploit it for a lot of money.

On a seperate but related note, there have been some discussions about being able to take slaves or prisoners after a victory in battle. I really like this idea, and if possible would love to see it expanded upon.

Half maybe sound much but there are reports of generals for example Pausanias who won tremendous amounts of money fighting Persians.

An army back then didnt consisted only of soldiers and military material but also from valuable stuff to the general and his staff, money for the expendition.
Add to this the gear of the soldiers that basically this was determing their place in the army perhaps more than training and you have a very nice amount of money for the taking.

The prisoners idea i find very good. Propably the CA didnt incorporated the prisoners thing cause in ancient times ransoms were not in fashion as in medieval times, but they missed that they can turn to slaves. Plus the generals will get rid of that ''blood thirsty'' atribute. What we are supposed to to fleeing enemy? Let them come back tommorow?