Lu Zhi Polearm Infantry

Defenders of the Empire

To some, the integrity of the ruling dynasty is paramount. Such people will march to war in its name and die defending its ideals.

The Defenders of the Empire stride to battle in thick armour, with a shield to brace against enemy attacks. On the frontlines, they deliver Han justice at the point of a spear.

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.
• UNBREAKABLE
  Does not suffer any morale loss and will never rout.

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.
• Unbreakable
  This unit has an unshakable resolve and will fight to the bitter end.
• Missile defence
  These troops carry shields to protect them from incoming missiles, but offer little defence against artillery.