Zhang Liang Polearm Infantry

Gallants of the People

Whilst all Yellow Turban warriors are happy to wade into the heart of battle, the Gallants of the People were made to hold the frontline against enemies - to be anywhere else would be to waste their talent and ardour.

They are heavily-armoured, though not as heavily plated as some other warriors, yet with spear and shield they are able to push back the advancing foe whilst deflecting blows. Where their mail may falter, their fanaticism never will.

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.
• 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

• CHARGE REFLECTION VS. MOUNTED
  Reflects the charge damage of any mounted attacker back onto them when braced.
• ENCOURAGE
  Provides a morale bonus to nearby allies.
• HIDE IN FOREST
  Can hide in forests.

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.
• Good morale
  This unit will keep fighting even when others have already routed.
• Encourages allies
  This unit is led by a person of great renown, who inspires the morale of those around them.