Mamlakatin Saba Roster

Qadub (Sabaean Militia) The citizens of Maryab and other cities form the core of the Sabaean shabs (military unit, like a cohort), and are an important force for the whole commonwealth. These men are not professional soldiers and are not the best-equipped either. Their shields and spears are strong, yet nothing is stronger than their loyalty.
Class: 3 Size: 300

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Muqrabe Lukhata (Caravan Guard) These men are not levies per se, and are generally superior to pantodapoi and such eastern spear levies, having lived in the harsh desert and having experienced a raid or two in their time.
Class: 2 Size: 200

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Haghar Hayar (Sabaean Nobles) Hailing mainly from the splendid city of Marib, these nobles would rather avoid combat, yet are well-trained and possess the best armour and weapons available: high-quality longspears, composite bows and strong shields. They are truly an elite force to be reckoned with, able to hold the line even against the heavy infantry of the Hellenes.
Class: 1 Size: 200

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Haris al-Madina (Urban Guard) Infantry of Marib wields spears, bows, shields, and light armor. Though not elite, their fierce spirit emanates through versatile arms and determined resolve, guarding their city with a blend of ranged and close combat prowess.
Class: 2 Size: 200

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Gunud haAhrama (Red Sea Light Infantry) When the men of the Red Sea Coast are called to war, they fight in a manner centuries old. Armed with the traditional balta harbiye, a double edged axe, and light wickerwork and leather shields, these men form a light and unruly levy.
Class: 3 Size: 300

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Muharib Alfas (Arabian Axemen) These hardy men from the desert rush into battle with what they can afford – an axe helmet, and buckler – and cut down enemy skirmishers or spear-armed infantry. Relying on their speed and buckler to ward off enemy missiles, they are very vulnerable to arrows, and do not stand much of a chance against a cavalry charge, but can effectively deal with infantry of similar quality.
Class: 2 Size: 200

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Istratutiya (Arabian Light Infantry) These lightly armed men are not much to look at, clad in simple attire and armed with the most rudimentary spears and shields, but they are far more capable soldiers than they seem at first glance. Years of both tribal skirmishing and warfare on behalf of their Sabaean rulers has made them into warriors of surprising merit and skill.
Class: 3 Size: 175

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Qala’in Arabi (Arabian Slingers) Slingers are common in Arabian armies, being levied from the nomadic tribes. These men are mostly lower class herders. The tribesmen are not wealthy, so they march to war in only simple garments, carrying a light shield and their own, often homemade sling, in addition to a dagger for self-defence.
Class: 3 Size: 175

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Hazin Shab (Sabaean Archers) The bow is a cheap yet effective weapon useful for both hunting and war. These men do not have the money to buy expensive equipment, as most of them are farmers from one of many small villages. They may not look like much, but they are valuable when used well on the battlefield.
Class: 3 Size: 175

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Gunud Shbeta (Sabaean Irregulars) These lightly armoured Arabian archers are versatile troops. Equipped with bows and swords, these men are able to provide an army with ranged support while also acting as light infantry.
Class: 2 Size: 175

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Farasin (Arabian Light Cavalry) The tribes that provide these cavalry forces are generally nomadic, and as such they spend more time mounted than on foot, even if the mount is often a camel rather than a horse. In battle these men are a highly skilled light cavalry contingent, exceedingly useful for skirmishing, pursuit, and harassment.
Class: 3 Size: 120

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Farasin Qeshatin (Arabian Horse Archers) Being lightly armoured, these horse archers are ill-suited to a melee fight except with other horsemen of their ilk, though they do have a high-quality sword and helmet for when they must fight in close quarters with the enemy, preferably from his flank or rear.
Class: 2 Size: 120

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Abbir Farasin (Sabaean Cavalry) Hailing from a highly urbanised society, these men come from both small and large settlements. Many help to work royal land grants, a few ride horses provided by stables owned by their local high priesthood, and some even enroll in the forces of semi-independent city commanders.
Class: 2 Size: 120

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Nauariya haRabb (Sabaean Royal Cavalry) Every Arab tribal leader surrounds himself with fierce warriors who make up his personal guard. These riders are the elite, to be used in times of crisis. The men of the guard are equipped with a lance, sword, shield and armour. Agile and powerful, they can be used anywhere on the battlefield and against any enemy.
Class: 1 Size: 120

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Qeshatin haGamla (Arabian Camel Archers) Wearing long robes or tunics of skin down to the knees, sometimes with decorated edges, these camel riders are equipped as archers, but they also carry longswords. They do not use reins or bridles; in fact, they drive the camels in the same manner as the Numidians drive their horses: with a stick and a rope wrapped around their necks.
Class: 3 Size: 120

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Lukhata haGamla (Camel Attendants) Wearing long robes or tunics of skin down to the knees, sometimes with decorated edges, these camel riders are equipped with spears and wicker or leather shields. They do not use reins or bridles; in fact, they drive the camels in the same manner as the Numidians drive their horses: with a stick and a rope wrapped around their necks.
Class: 3 Size: 120

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Seregelanan (Sabaean Chariots) Elite warriors ride their heavy chariots across the deserts. They are truly an elite force to be reckoned with, able to smash enemy lines.
Class: 1 Size: 60

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Fursan al-Nobol (Arabian Noble Cavalry) Honour and skill at arms are valuable currencies in the desert. These riders are the elite horsemen of the arab tribes.
Class: 1 Size: 120

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Siyyafunan (Sabaean Axemen) These axemen are skilled offensive troops, able to charge at enemy ranks and break them. For protection they wear variety of padded armors and cover themselves with shields.
Class: 2 Size: 200

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Mubarizun (Sabaean Champions) As men who have participated in many wars, these soldiers are veterans among the Arabian tribes. They are capable of cutting down even heavily armoured opponents.
Class: 1 Size: 200

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Haris (Household Infantry) Clad in ornate armor and armed with finely crafted weapons, they represented martial skill and prestige. Serving as a noble’s personal guard, they exhibited disciplined combat techniques and unwavering loyalty on the battlefield.
Class: 1 Size: 200

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Abbir Farasin (Late) (Late Sabaean Cavalry) These men are armed with spears and wicker shields, they combines agility with effective close combat capabilities. Mounted on swift horses, these skilled riders wield spears and wicker shields for protection.
Class: 2 Size: 120

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Fursan al-Nobol (Late) (Late Sabaean Noble Cavalry) Donned in intricate scale and mail armor, wields spears and shields with mastery. These distinguished riders epitomize valor and protection, defending their realm with unwavering resolve.
Class: 1 Size: 120

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Nauariya haRabb (Late) (Late Sabaean Royal Cavalry) The Royal Cavalry Guard of the Sabaean Kingdom stands as a formidable symbol of power and prestige. Renowned for their unmatched equestrian prowess, these elite warriors are meticulously selected from the kingdom’s finest riders and are entrusted with the protection of the monarch and the realm.
Class: 1 Size: 120

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