Unit
Spearman
#Spearman Value: 2 pts
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Description
❖Infantry equipped with long spears, especially effective against cavalry charges. Essential anti-cavalry screen.
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Spearmen are trained warriors who have mastered the long spear. Their extended reach allows them to strike mounted enemies before they can close the distance. The BonusVsCavalry feature makes them invaluable for defending against cavalry rushes. Stats: Attack 6, Life 10, Speed 4.
Creation
Requirements
Must be present (NOT consumed)
Researches:
BasicWeaponry
Buildings:
Barracks 2 lvl
Costs
Consumed when created
Time 8000
8s Gold 8
Resources
Food 15
Wood 15
Population
Citizen
Free 1
Battle
Combat modifiers. Stats are INTEGER flat bonuses. All other values are RATIOS.
Battlefield Position
Lane: First
Field: Land
Base Stats INTEGER
Attack 6
Life 10
Space 1
Speed 4
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Strategic Context
❖Advisory information only. Does not affect gameplay mechanics.
Advantages
- + Bonus damage vs cavalry
- + Affordable cost (38 resources)
- + Strong defensive positioning
Disadvantages
- - Vulnerable to ranged attacks
- - Slow movement (Speed 4)
- - Weak against heavy infantry