Zhang Bao Melee Infantry

Exemplars of the Tao

It is in the hearts and minds of the people that the Yellow Turban's true victory will be won, but the battle must also be won on the field and the exemplars will stride forth to deliver to the Han their defeat.

There are few better suited to pinning down enemy forces and deflecting blows with armour and shield, all the while returning any force dealt to them tenfold.

Unit Abilities

• Caltrops
  Simple nut husks, once trodden upon, cause extreme pain and slow movement.
• Smoke Screen
  Thick plumes of smoke obscure line of sight, making units seem temporarily invisible.
• Miasma
  The dense and tough undergrowth that plagues the jungles of the South is a hindrance to all those who try to penetrate into the heartlands of the Nanman.
• Circle
  The unit forms into a tight circle, presenting a defensive front from any angle.
• Loose
  The unit spreads apart, making it more difficult for arrows to hit them.
• Shield Wall
  The unit presents a wall of shields to the enemy - an offensive formation best used to push forward under arrow fire. However the formation cannot be maintained in melee combat.

Attributes

• HIDE IN FOREST
  Can hide in forests.

Strengths & Weaknesses

• Role: frontline
  Frontline units are tough and able to withstand a beating; they will hold to the end, while others around flee. They are also adept at charging into enemy frontline units.
• Good armour
  Heavy armour protects this unit from most damage, but armour-piercing weapons will still pose a threat to them.
• Low damage
  This unit will consistently cause low damage; it will therefore take time for them to deal with enemy units.