Pontus Unit Roster
Infantry Units
| 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 |
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| 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 (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 |
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| 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 (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 |
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| 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 (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 |
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| 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 (Levy Hoplites) Any honest citizen can take up the shield and answer to the name of hoplite. Class: 3 Size: 200 |
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| 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 (Pontic Hoplites) Hoplites: no other word says Greeks at war in quite the same way. Class: 2 Size: 200 |
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| 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 (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 |
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| 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 (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 |
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| 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 (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 |
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| 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 (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 |
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| 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 (Pontic Skirmisher Cavalry) These skirmishing cavalrymen are rightly held in high regard for their skills. Class: 2 Size: 120 |
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| 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 (Pontic Cavalry) These disciplined and well-trained cavalrymen draw from the Eastern traditions of this multi-cultural state. Class: 2 Size: 100 |
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| 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 (Paphlagonian Cavalry) These speedy, light cavalrymen can do good service in harrying the enemy. Class: 2 Size: 120 |
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| 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 (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 |
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| 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 (Noble Skirmisher Cavalry) These cavalrymen are drawn from the nobility of Pontus and use javelins to harass the enemy. Class: 1 Size: 120 |
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| 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 (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 |
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| 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 (Scythed Chariots) The terror of a thundering charge, with flashing blades, is often enough to un-man opponents. Class: 2 Size: 25 |
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| 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 (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 |
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| 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 (Pontic Thureos Swordsmen) These warriors are a flexible skirmishing force, dangerous with their javelins from afar and effective in melee. Class: 3 Size: 300 |
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| 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 | 15/5 | 80 | 2 |
| Pontikoi Chalkaspides Phalangitai (Pontic Bronze Shield Pikemen) In the hands of an expert, the sarissa pike is a deadly weapon. Class: 2 Size: 256 |
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| 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 (Pontic Peltasts) These javelin-armed light infantry are used to harass slower, heavier enemy units. Class: 2 Size: 175 |
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| 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 (Heavy Lancers) These lancers have a strong charge, and can break enemies quickly. Class: 2 Size: 100 |
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| 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 (Pontic Thorax Swordsmen) These well-protected warriors are a danger in melee due to their heavy armor. Class: 2 Size: 200 |
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| 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 (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 |
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| 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 (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 |
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| 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 (Thorax Bronze Shield Pikemen) In the hands of an expert, the sarissa pike is a deadly weapon. Class: 2 Size: 256 |
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| 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) (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 |
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| 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 (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 |
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| 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 (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 |
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| 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 (Pontic Bosphoran Cavalry) The lands of the Cimmerian Bosphorus provide good quality horse archers, adding more flexibility to Pontic armies. Class: 2 Size: 120 |
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| 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 (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 |
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| 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 |