Prince of Zhao Melee Infantry

Pearl Dragons

It is easier to pin the wind than to hit a member of the Pearl Dragons! Their light tunics allow these agile warriors to move quickly to easily dodge enemy blows, their gou lian dao polearms deflecting incoming projectiles so that they bounce off and clatter harmlessly to the ground.

The gou lian dao is a polearm with a curved blade and a smaller, sharpened hook. An offensive as well as defensive weapon, it is especially fearsome in charges against engaged opponents.

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.
• 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

• HIDE IN FOREST
  Can hide in forests.

Strengths & Weaknesses

• Role: assault
  This unit excels at charging enemy frontlines, slaying all in their path.
• Missile defence
  This unit's training has reached a level where they can even deflect missiles without a shield!
• Blocks melee attacks
  This unit is highly skilled in parrying and dodging incoming melee attacks.