Mamlakatin Saba Roster
Infantry Units
| 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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| Charge | Attack | Defense | Armor | Morale | Melee Dmg/AP | Shield/Missile Block | Missile Dmg/AP | Range | Ammo |
| 16 | 6 | 8 | 1 | 33 | 20/3 | 4/40 | 13/2 | 85 | 1 |
| Muqrabe Lukhata (Arabian Spearmen) 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: 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 | 1 | 39 | 20/3 | 4/75 | 7/2 | 130 | 5 |
| Gunud haMadnakha (East Coast Levies) These raiders and pirates dominate the military stage of Eastern Arabia. They are light infantry equipped with padded armour worn over their tunics and wicker shields, giving them some protection against arrows. They are swift, agile troops, and their spears give them an edge against light cavalry. 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 | 39 | 22/4 | 4/75 | 13/2 | 85 | 1 |
| Hurasunan Tosita (Sabaean Bodyguard Infantry) These men, though devoted to the Sabaean high priesthood and their ancient city-gods, are personally loyal to their king – who exclusively pays for the cost of their equipment and training. They serve as temple guardsmen in addition to his personal escorts, marching as a ceremonial guard and as an elite corps of regular troops in battle. Class: 1 Size: 200 |
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| Charge | Attack | Defense | Armor | Morale | Melee Dmg/AP | Shield/Missile Block | Missile Dmg/AP | Range | Ammo |
| 21 | 9 | 14 | 35 | 52 | 26/4 | 7/65 | -/- | – | 0 |
| 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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| Charge | Attack | Defense | Armor | Morale | Melee Dmg/AP | Shield/Missile Block | Missile Dmg/AP | Range | Ammo |
| 19 | 8 | 12 | 30 | 49 | 24/4 | 4/40 | 9/2 | 150 | 5 |
| 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: 2 Size: 200 |
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| Charge | Attack | Defense | Armor | Morale | Melee Dmg/AP | Shield/Missile Block | Missile Dmg/AP | Range | Ammo |
| 28 | 9 | 4 | 20 | 39 | 19/14 | 4/75 | -/- | – | 0 |
| Muqrabin (Arabian Shortswordmen) These hardy men from the desert rush into battle with what they can afford – a sword, 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: 300 |
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| Charge | Attack | Defense | Armor | Morale | Melee Dmg/AP | Shield/Missile Block | Missile Dmg/AP | Range | Ammo |
| 18 | 11 | 3 | 20 | 43 | 26/2 | 4/75 | -/- | – | 0 |
| 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: 2 Size: 200 |
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| Charge | Attack | Defense | Armor | Morale | Melee Dmg/AP | Shield/Missile Block | Missile Dmg/AP | Range | Ammo |
| 22 | 17 | 6 | 30 | 56 | 32/2 | 4/75 | 13/3 | 85 | 1 |
Missile Units
| 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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| Charge | Attack | Defense | Armor | Morale | Melee Dmg/AP | Shield/Missile Block | Missile Dmg/AP | Range | Ammo |
| 10 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 30 | 18/1 | 4/40 | 15/6 | 85 | 6 |
| 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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| 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 | 5/6 | 190 | 20 |
| 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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| 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 | 12/3 | 165 | 15 |
| Gunud Shbeta (Light Archer Spearmen) These lightly armoured Arabian archers are versatile troops. Equipped with bows and spears, these men are able to provide an army with ranged support while also acting as light spearmen. 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 | 7 | 10 | 1 | 35 | 22/4 | 4/75 | 13/3 | 175 | 15 |
Cavalry Units
| 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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| Charge | Attack | Defense | Armor | Morale | Melee Dmg/AP | Shield/Missile Block | Missile Dmg/AP | Range | Ammo |
| 36 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 39 | 30/3 | 2/35 | 15/6 | 85 | 6 |
| 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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| Charge | Attack | Defense | Armor | Morale | Melee Dmg/AP | Shield/Missile Block | Missile Dmg/AP | Range | Ammo |
| 40 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 19/12 | 0/15 | 11/5 | 150 | 15 |
| Abbir Farasin (Sabaean Medium 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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| Charge | Attack | Defense | Armor | Morale | Melee Dmg/AP | Shield/Missile Block | Missile Dmg/AP | Range | Ammo |
| 43 | 12 | 5 | 28 | 46 | 20/12 | 4/45 | 15/7 | 90 | 2 |
| Nauariya haRabb (Arabian Bodyguard 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 leather armour. Agile and powerful, they can be used anywhere on the battlefield and against any 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 |
| 50 | 10 | 11 | 38 | 52 | 27/5 | 6/55 | -/- | – | 0 |
| 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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| Charge | Attack | Defense | Armor | Morale | Melee Dmg/AP | Shield/Missile Block | Missile Dmg/AP | Range | Ammo |
| 36 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 28/2 | 0/15 | 11/5 | 150 | 15 |
| Lukhata haGamla (Arabian Camel Spearmen) 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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| Charge | Attack | Defense | Armor | Morale | Melee Dmg/AP | Shield/Missile Block | Missile Dmg/AP | Range | Ammo |
| 43 | 8 | 7 | 4 | 39 | 26/5 | 4/45 | -/- | – | 0 |
| 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: 2 Size: 60 |
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| Charge | Attack | Defense | Armor | Morale | Melee Dmg/AP | Shield/Missile Block | Missile Dmg/AP | Range | Ammo |
| 42 | 12 | 10 | 23 | 46 | 38/8 | 0/15 | 12/6 | 170 | 30 |
Thureos Reforms
| Siyyafunan (Arabian Thureos Soldiers) These thureophoroi are little different from their Hellenic counterparts. Armed with swords, along with the large and robust thureos shield, they have their qualities as a defensive force, keeping a strong front against infantry. The thureophoroi, common in the Hellenistic kingdoms, are well suited to the tactical needs of smaller states, mainly border defence. 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 | 35 | 46 | 28/2 | 7/65 | 13/2 | 85 | 1 |