Gong Du Yellow Turbans Polearm Infantry

Stalwart Shields

Some warriors are sent into battle to charge furiously against the enemy frontline, yet others live to follow that charge and cut the weakened foe to ribbons. Yet others still excel at holding fast against the enemy, never giving any ground whilst not advancing themselves.

These warriors, clad in hardened leather armour, hold their large, metal-braced shields before them, and come what may, they hold the line. Particularly effective at stopping arrow fire, these stalwart warriors absorb the brunt of enemy fire, creating opportunities for other warriors to press forward.

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.
• 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 (Spear)
  The unit presents a wall of shields to the enemy - an offensive formation best used to push forward under arrow fire.
• Turtle
  The unit presents its shields around and above, severely limiting its movement but making it almost impenetrable to missile attack.

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 morale
  This unit will keep fighting even when others have already routed.
• Missile defence
  These troops carry shields to protect them from incoming missiles, but offer little defence against artillery.