Xun Polearm Infantry

Dongzhoubing Defenders

With spear and shield, these well armoured infantrymen are ferocious in battle, steadfast in the defence of their general. Originally recruited to fight Dong Zhuo, their blades instead have become the tools by which Liu Yan pursues his own ambitions.

Unruly and undisciplined, this unit sows fear and discontent wherever they tread. Yet whatever they may lack in restraint, they make up for in unwavering loyalty to Liu Yan and his interests.

Unit Abilities

• 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.
• Hollowed Square
  The unit forms into a hollow square, presenting spears and pikes to any attacker - particularly cavalry - on all four sides.
• Loose
  The unit spreads apart, making it more difficult for arrows to hit them.
• Mixed Spear
  The unit splits into missiles at the back, in rows, with melee in front protecting them.
• Shield Wall (Spear)
  The unit presents a wall of shields to the enemy - an offensive formation best used to push forward under arrow fire.

Attributes

• SCARE
  Reduces nearby enemy morale. Does not stack.
• HIDE IN FOREST
  Can hide in forests.
• RAIDER
  Idle soldiers will burn down nearby buildings.

Strengths & Weaknesses

• Role: anti-cavalry
  These units are strong against flanking units such as cavalry, so are best used to protect vulnerable flanks.
• Has ranged weapon
  This unit has a ranged weapon that can soften up enemies before engaging in hand-to-hand combat.
• Good against mounted
  This unit is trained to fight against mounted enemies.