Xun Polearm Infantry

Spear Warriors

Spears are an effective defence against enemy cavalry, but can also be used offensively as well.

These infantry troops grip their qiang spears in both hands and put their weight behind the weapon to pierce armour and drive it through to the enemy inside.

Outfitted in partial iron armour, they are somewhat protected against enemy assaults, meaning they can concentrate on defeating their quarry.

Unit Abilities

• Caltrops
  Simple nut husks, once trodden upon, cause extreme pain and slow movement.
• 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.
• Spear Wall
  The unit presents a wall of spear-points to the enemy - a strong formation that allows the unit to advance slowly but safely whilst defending against charges.

Attributes

• CHARGE REFLECTION VS. MOUNTED
  Reflects the charge damage of any mounted attacker back onto them when braced.
• HIDE IN FOREST
  Can hide in forests.

Strengths & Weaknesses

• Role: anti-cavalry
  These units are strong against flanking units such as cavalry, so are best used to protect vulnerable flanks.
• Good against mounted
  This unit is trained to fight against mounted enemies.
• Weak against missile attacks
  This unit is unshielded and therefore has little defence against missile attacks.