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Era: Biblical |
Mycenaean 1300BC to 1100BC |
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CR: H4 L4 |
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BP2 |
Init 4 |
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1 |
M2CH Heroes(d!) |
Key |
5[1]0 |
+2 |
Lance\Throwing spear* |
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2 |
M2CH Followers(d!) |
Key |
4[0]0 |
+1 |
Lance\Throwing spear* |
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1 |
FT Achaeans |
Key |
6[2]2 |
+2 |
Spear |
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1 |
FT Meliboean |
Key |
4[1]1 |
+1 |
Bow |
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2 |
SI Patatja |
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3[1]2 |
+2 |
Javelin |
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3 |
SI Retainers |
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2[1]1 |
+2 |
Sling |
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BONUS |
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1 |
M2CH Heroes(d!) |
Key |
5[1]0 |
+2 |
Lance\Throwing spear* |
12 |
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5 |
M2CH Followers(d!) |
Key |
4[0]0 |
+1 |
Lance\Throwing spear* |
10 |
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2 |
FT Achaeans |
Key |
6[2]2 |
+2 |
Spear |
9 |
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2 |
FT Greek warriors |
Key |
6[1]1 |
+1 |
Spear |
8 |
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2 |
FT Achaeans |
Key |
5[1]1 |
+1 |
Spear |
6 |
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2 |
LI Pylians |
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4[1]2 |
+1 |
Javelin |
7 |
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2 |
LHI Swordsmen |
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4[1]2 |
+1 |
Javelin |
7 |
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2 |
SI Retainers |
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2[1]1 |
+2 |
Sling |
2 |
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3 |
SI Retainers |
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2[1]1 |
+2 |
Bow |
2 |
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2 |
SI Patatja |
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3[1]2 |
+2 |
Javelin |
2 |
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Core Terrain: |
1GR |
Bonus Terrain: |
3 Max: 2 GR, 1SH, 1Wood, 1Rg |
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Mainly through less than careful reading of the Iliad,
the infantry has a poor reputation among modern writers that is
completely undeserved. They were formed in blocks that were capable of
dealing with heroes on foot and other infantry, as well as defending
themselves against flank attacks, and on one occasion withstood a
chariot being driven into their ranks. These warriors were quite
capable of fighting alongside charioteers on foot. However, the
assumption has been made that FT which have recently lost a champion
will fight less robustly. Note also the increased PROT for infantry,
who were armed with a large and very effective shield.
Although Skirmishers are not mentioned in the Iliad, archeological
finds show pictures of skirmish troops in abundant numbers armed with
bow, sling or javelin (called a patatja).
The Linear B tablets give the impression that equipment was provided
(at least in part) by state armories. First rate troops of all types
received good equipment. Others (including charioteers) received older
gear.
No mixed Spear\archer units are allowed because this mix is only shown
in hunting scenes, and is given in the Iliad only for pair of
champions. This is probably what was depicted in the hunting scenes.
The ad hoc pairing of two warriors.
(d)Chariot Units may dismount prior to a battle and form up as
infantry (FT). Heroes may improve the FV value of adjacent FT units by +1,
followers do not, although their FV is increased by +1 if they fight
next to the Heroes. The Iliad mentions the Heroes dismounting and
bolstering the infantry lines several times. The lesser factor for
dismounted heroes and followers in comparison to FT is correct. Heroes
were not keen to fight spear phalnxes directly. When available, one
unit of followers must dismount with each Hero unit.
Pylians are shown in contempory art fighting hill tribes armed only
with helmet sword and dagger. These are reluctantly included because
though there existence is confirmed there is no mention of this style
of fighting in the Iliad, but such proof cannot be ignored. The two
units, if used, must start the battle brigaded together.
The swordsmen would be better represented by WB 5[1]3 +1, but WB
is not allowed in the Biblical lists at present. In non-tournament
games this change is recommended.
*Although denominated a throwing spear, this is not a missile weapon. Only Light Chariots may use hand held missile weapons in Armati. Section 5.0. Missile Fire on pp. 9 & 10 of Armati 2d Edition.
NB. No evidence exists of chariots being directly supported by light troops, therefore these may not operate with chariots.
Ordo Link: Mycenaen and Trojan Thread I
Ordo Link: Mycenaen and Trojan Thread II
Last Edited: 19 May 2004
List by Luxor