Pontus Unit Roster

Infantry Units

Pontikoi Pantodapoi

Pontikoi Pantodapoi (Pontic Light Spearmen) These spearmen are drawn from local subjects. They are inexpensive and simply equipped with a spear, wicker shield and cloth armour.
Class: 3 Size: 300
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
16 6 8 15 33 20/3 4/75 13/2 85 1

 

Epilektoi tes Ankyras

Epilektoi tes Ankyras (Galatian Warriors) Fighting in the Celtic way with sword and shield, these warriors carry the finest equipment the armouries of Pontus can offer!
Class: 2 Size: 200
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
19 13 4 38 46 28/2 7/65 13/3 85 1

 

Anatolikoi Phyletai

Anatolikoi Phyletai (Anatolian Axemen) These troops are armed with a large axe in addition to a wooden, crescent-shaped shield similar to the old Greek Pelte. They favour bright clothing and often paint their shields in garish colours. Their charge is dangerous for most enemies and even the stoutest armour will suffer from their axes. However, being lightly protected themselves, their casualties will mount if they are engaged in a protracted melee.
Class: 3 Size: 300
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
26 7 3 1 33 18/13 4/40 13/2 85 1

 

Sparabara

Sparabara (Shield Bearers) The Sparabara, meaning shield bearers in Persian, are usually the first to engage in hand-to-hand combat with the enemy. These soldiers are armoured in quilted linen and carry large rectangular wicker shields as a form of light manoeuvrable defence.
Class: 3 Size: 300
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
18 7 10 15 39 22/4 4/75 7/2 130 4

 

Epistratoi Hoplitai

Epistratoi Hoplitai (Levy Hoplites) Any honest citizen can take up the shield and answer to the name of hoplite.
Class: 3 Size: 200
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
16 6 8 15 36 20/3 4/65 -/- – 0

 

Pontikoi Hoplitai

Pontikoi Hoplitai (Pontic Hoplites) Hoplites: no other word says Greeks at war in quite the same way.
Class: 2 Size: 200
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
18 7 10 35 43 22/4 5/70 -/- – 0

 

Pontikoi Epilektoi

Pontikoi Epilektoi (Pontic Bodyguard) The guards of the Pontic king himself, they fight with shields and spears. It is a rare sight to see them in a Pontic army if the king is absent, because they will never break their oath to protect their king with their lives.
Class: 2 Size: 200
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
19 8 12 35 49 24/4 5/70 -/- – 0

 

Missile Units

Thanvare Payahdag

Thanvare Payahdag (Persian Archers) These men are skirmishers only and not inclined to close with enemy troops. They are armed with a powerful composite bow and a long dagger suitable only for defence.
Class: 3 Size: 200
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
10 5 2 1 32 18/1 0/15 13/3 175 15

 

Gund-i Palta

Gund-i Palta (Persian Skirmishers) Most armies use poorly equipped levies as skirmishers, very often as javelinmen, as these troops require relatively little training and financial investment, relying mostly on widespread natural skills and scant gear, while still providing some useful service.
Class: 3 Size: 175
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
8 3 1 1 30 16/1 4/40 15/6 85 6

 

Shuban-i Fradakhshana

Shuban-i Fradakhshana (Persian Slingers) In battle, slingers are used as light skirmishers, troops with no armour or melee weapons but who rush forward against the enemy to pepper them with stones, only to flee when threatened.
Class: 3 Size: 175
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
8 3 1 1 30 16/1 0/15 5/6 190 20

 

Cavalry Units

Pontikoi Prodromoi

Pontikoi Prodromoi (Pontic Skirmisher Cavalry) These skirmishing cavalrymen are rightly held in high regard for their skills.
Class: 2 Size: 120
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
36 9 4 28 39 30/3 4/45 15/6 85 6

 

Pontikoi Hippeis

Pontikoi Hippeis (Pontic Cavalry) These disciplined and well-trained cavalrymen draw from the Eastern traditions of this multi-cultural state.
Class: 2 Size: 100
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
47 8 7 33 46 26/5 6/55 -/- – 0

 

Paphlagonikoi Hippeis

Paphlagonikoi Hippeis (Paphlagonian Cavalry) These speedy, light cavalrymen can do good service in harrying the enemy.
Class: 2 Size: 120
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
38 11 6 4 36 31/3 2/35 15/6 85 6

 

Asabaran-i Madaen

Asabaran-i Madaen (Pontic Medium Cavalry) These excellent medium cavalry are capable of skirmishing, charging, and fighting fairly well in melee. They are drawn from local populations in the area, using armour and weapons commonly found in eastern Anatolia.
Class: 2 Size: 120
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
40 10 4 28 46 19/12 2/35 15/6 85 6

 

Pontikoi Aristoi Hippeis

Pontikoi Aristoi Hippeis (Noble Skirmisher Cavalry) These cavalrymen are drawn from the nobility of Pontus and use javelins to harass the enemy.
Class: 1 Size: 120
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
43 12 5 41 52 20/12 4/45 15/8 95 6

 

Sarmatioi Somatophylakes

Sarmatioi Somatophylakes (Sarmatian Royal Bodyguard) An elite bodyguard of the kings of Pontus, these renowned nomadic horsemen wear heavy armour and can defeat foes many times their number.
Class: 1 Size: 100
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
60 15 6 45 52 29/4 0/15 -/- – 0

 

Drepanephora Armata

Drepanephora Armata (Scythed Chariots) The terror of a thundering charge, with flashing blades, is often enough to un-man opponents.
Class: 2 Size: 25

Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
60 16 3 53 46 50/11 0/15 14/8 85 16

 

Thureos Reforms

Pontikoi Thureophoroi

Pontikoi Thureophoroi (Pontic Thureos Spears) After learning from recent advancements and the incessant warfare of the region, these men now fight as thureophoroi.
Class: 3 Size: 300
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
18 7 10 20 43 22/4 7/65 13/2 85 1

 

Pontikoi Thureophoroi Machairaphoroi

Pontikoi Thureophoroi Machairaphoroi (Pontic Thureos Swordsmen) These warriors are a flexible skirmishing force, dangerous with their javelins from afar and effective in melee.
Class: 3 Size: 300
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
13 9 7 20 43 23/3 7/65 12/3 80 2

 

Pontikoi Chalkaspides Phalangitai

Pontikoi Chalkaspides Phalangitai (Pontic Bronze Shield Pikemen) In the hands of an expert, the sarissa pike is a deadly weapon.
Class: 2 Size: 256
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
19 9 6 30 46 25/1 6/50 -/- – 0

 

Pontikoi Peltastai

Pontikoi Peltastai (Pontic Peltasts) These javelin-armed light infantry are used to harass slower, heavier enemy units.
Class: 2 Size: 175
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
13 9 7 25 35 23/3 7/65 15/6 85 6

 

Pontikoi Xystophoroi

Pontikoi Xystophoroi (Heavy Lancers) These lancers have a strong charge, and can break enemies quickly.
Class: 2 Size: 100
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
57 13 5 38 46 28/4 0/15 -/- – 0

 

Thorax Reforms

Pontikoi Thorakitai

Pontikoi Thorakitai (Pontic Thorax Swordsmen) These well-protected warriors are a danger in melee due to their heavy armor.
Class: 2 Size: 200
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
16 14 3 38 49 23/4 8/70 13/2 85 1

 

Pontikoi Machairaphoroi

Pontikoi Machairaphoroi (Pontic Late Infantry) These infantrymen have been hastily drilled by Roman instructors. While they have good mail armor provided by the state, their hurried training may prove a hindrance.
Class: 3 Size: 200
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
15 12 2 35 40 23/3 8/70 13/3 85 1

 

Pontikoi Thorakitai Doriphoroi

Pontikoi Thorakitai Doriphoroi (Pontic Thorax Spearmen) These warriors are the first line of an army, strong in defence against cavalry with their spears and deadly from range with their javelins.
Class: 2 Size: 200
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
19 8 12 38 49 24/4 8/70 -/- – 0

 

Chalkaspides Thorakitai Phalangitai

Chalkaspides Thorakitai Phalangitai (Thorax Bronze Shield Pikemen) In the hands of an expert, the sarissa pike is a deadly weapon.
Class: 2 Size: 256
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
21 11 7 38 46 26/1 6/50 -/- – 0

 

Pontikoi Epilektoi (Late)

Pontikoi Epilektoi (Late) (Late Pontic Bodyguard) The guards of the Pontic king himself, they fight with shields and spears. It is a rare sight to see them in a Pontic army if the king is absent, because they will never break their oath to protect their king with their lives.
Class: 1 Size: 200
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
18 16 4 38 52 25/4 8/70 13/3 85 1

 

Pontikoi Thorakitai Peltastai

Pontikoi Thorakitai Peltastai (Pontic Thorax Peltasts) These javelin-armed infantry are used to harass slower, heavier enemy units. As they are equipped in heavy mail armour, these peltasts can also hold the line.
Class: 2 Size: 175
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
13 9 7 38 39 23/3 7/65 15/6 85 6

 

Pontikoi Epilektoi Toxotai

Pontikoi Epilektoi Toxotai (Pontic Heavy Archers) Archers are ideal for harassing the enemy from afar, and goading them into foolish action. These archers are especially deadly because they wear armour, which makes them capable even in melee.
Class: 2 Size: 175
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
18 11 3 35 35 26/2 4/40 13/3 175 15

 

Bosphoroi Hippotoxotai

Bosphoroi Hippotoxotai (Pontic Bosphoran Cavalry) The lands of the Cimmerian Bosphorus provide good quality horse archers, adding more flexibility to Pontic armies.
Class: 2 Size: 120
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
36 9 4 23 36 30/3 0/15 11/5 150 15

 

Pontikoi Thorakitai Xystophoroi

Pontikoi Thorakitai Xystophoroi (Pontic Thorax Lancers) These lancers have a strong charge and can break enemies quickly. They are protected with the latest styles of armour, including mail.
Class: 2 Size: 100
Charge Attack Defense Armor Morale

Melee Dmg/AP

 Shield/Missile Block Missile Dmg/AP Range Ammo
57 13 5 49 49 28/4 0/15 -/- – 0