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by Malik of Sindh on Fri Apr 11, 2008 4:01 pm
Hey all AtB fans! We have something for you. We decided to show you 5 units we created, so you don't get spoiled. 
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Here you see some troops from all over India, from south to north.We have much more for you. We'll post it someday later
Mauryan:
Ksatriya Dhanavihna (Mauryan Early Longbowmen)
No more slow tribals' bows for us! We now utilize a nice wooden bow, a "recurved" longbow. Now we can shoot our arrows just as well as before, but far faster. Just give the word, and a hail of death will fall upon your target. We also carry swords, but these are for making quick work of weak enemies or as a last resort; we are no Yodha swordsmen.
The Indian longbow was a fearsome, tall weapon, comparative in size to what the English developed later on. However, significant differences exist between these men and their medieval counterparts; while the Anglo-Welsh longbow came from the relatively rare yew tree, the Indian one came from bamboo, making it cheaper. However, this longbow was too slow, so the Mauryans developed a wooden bow that retained the old bow's range and penetration capabilities while greatly increasing firepower capabilities. However, it is no match for the later English bow; the best Anglo-Welsh longbowmen could shoot 12 arrows a minute accurately at a range of 300 meters.
Among the four different types of Indian armies are the Ksatriyas. The Mauryan king commands four types of Indian armies and the best among them are those from the core of the empire, the Ksatriyas. These men are born to war caste of people who are warlike yet well disciplined by the warrior ethics of Arthashastra. Ksatriyas were also trained in sreni (guilds) but what differentiated them from their sreni counterparts was their caste. Ksatriyas were trained by a recognized martial arts teacher in sreni-funded and royally maintained facilities. Other sreni produce lesser-quality solders who fight for livelihood, unlike men from the Ksatriya caste who fight for glory and protection of their people.
Ksatriya Yodha (Mauryan Swordsmen)
Hail, Rajan! The young from the professional Ksatriya class, we form the backbone of your army, along with the Kuntabhata spearmen. After the archers have done their job or are forced to retire, send us in as an iron fist to sweep aside your foes, with our elders (the Kuntabhata) watching our flanks and back. Utilize us at the head of your PadmaVuhya (lotus) formation, for we are some of your finest infantry. As proud Ksatriyas, we wear Kavcha (metal armour) and a long, thick turban. Our tool of killing is a fine Aari longsword, while our off-hand bears a tough Thada (shield).
Historically, the Yodha came from the younger Ksatriyas, who were more eager, imptetuous, and invigorated in battle, as opposed to the Kuntabhata, who came from the elder Ksatriyas and were more disciplined and defensive. This difference is notably similar to the Romans' system: Hastati/Principes 'legionary' infantry came from younger men, while the Triarii hoplitai/heavy spearmen came from the elder, battle-hardened veterans.
Among the four different types of Indian armies are the Ksatriyas. The Mauryan king commands four types of Indian armies and the best among them are those from the core of the empire, the Ksatriyas. These men are born to war caste of people who are warlike yet well disciplined by the warrior ethics of Arthashastra. Ksatriyas were also trained in sreni (guilds) but what differentiated them from their sreni counterparts was their caste. Ksatriyas were trained by a recognized martial arts teacher in sreni-funded and royally maintained facilities. Other sreni produce lesser-quality solders who fight for livelihood, unlike men from the Ksatriya caste who fight for glory and protection of their people.
Mauryan Sainika (Mauryan Levy)
In times of foreign invasion and civil disorder it is difficult to keep the populace (and battlefront) in line with a lower number of men, no matter their or their general's skill. In time when numbers matter, the old and weak retire and the [untrained] able men among the Ksatriyas are called to arms. The veterans among them consider this as another chance to win glory in battle and/or death in their King's name. Lacking proper equipment, these men equip themselves with hunting weapons and other low quality or handmade war gear. They carry a light bamboo spear, a bamboo longbow, and a wooden shield. Though they are of poor quality, they make up for this in energy and lust for glory. Still, these men are not true soldiers, and should be used for archery and nothing more.
The Indian longbow was a fearsome, tall weapon, comparative in size to what the English developed later on. However, significant differences exist between these men and their medieval counterparts; while the Anglo-Welsh longbow came from the relatively rare yew tree, the Indian one came from bamboo, making it cheaper. However, this longbow was too slow, so the Mauryans developed a wooden bow that retained the old bow's range and penetration capabilities while greatly increasing firepower capabilities. However, it is no match for the later English bow; the best Anglo-Welsh longbowmen could shoot 12 arrows a minute accurately at a range of 300 meters. These longbowmen are equipped with the old-style bamboo longbow, meaning they are cheaper but not really as effective.
Among the four different types of Indian armies are the Ksatriyas. The Mauryan king commands four types of Indian armies and the best among them are those from the core of the empire, the Ksatriyas. These men are born to war caste of people who are warlike yet well disciplined by the warrior ethics of Arthashastra. Ksatriyas were also trained in sreni (guilds) but what differentiated them from their sreni counterparts was their caste. Ksatriyas were trained by a recognized martial arts teacher in sreni-funded and royally maintained facilities. Other sreni produce lesser-quality solders who fight for livelihood, unlike men from the Ksatriya caste who fight for glory and protection of their people.
Pandyan:
Sathriya Ieetipadai (Pandyan Spearmen)
Hail, Arasan! We are your battle-hardened veteran spearmen, drawn from more elder Ksatriyas, and work in tandem with the almost-hyperactive Yodha swordsmen to form the backbone of your (and any good Indian commander's) army. Use us as flank-guards, advance guards for the archers, and behind the swordsmen in case any foe (especially horsemen) should get the better of them. We are the spearhead (quite literally) of the Chakraviyuha (impenetrable wheel) formation, and roll over outnumbered foes in this way. As proud Sathriyans, we wear Kavasam (metal armour) and a helmet. As our vel (spear) delivers death, our tough Kedayam (shield) blocks any foolish attempt to harm us.
Among the four different types of armies in India are the superior Sathriyans. They are very similar (culture-wise) to the Vedic Ksatriyas, such as those prominent in the Mauryan Empire, despite mostly being Dravidian and not Indo-Aryan. These men are born to the disciplined warrior-caste governed by the warrior ethics of Arthashastra, whose teachings were translated as Sanskrit became dialectized, much like Vulgar Latin. Sathriyans were also trained in sreni but what differentiated them from their normal sreni counterparts was their caste. Sathriyans were trained by a recognized martial arts teacher in sreni-funded and royally maintained facilities. Other sreni produce lesser-quality solders who fight for livelihood, unlike men from the Ksatriya caste who fight for glory and protection of their people.
Southern India AOR:
Thazhvar Sirupadai (Indian Tribal Sicklemen)
The Dravidian Hindu tribes were fearsome warriors in their own way. They used the Aruvaazh (or Sickle), A single sided heavy sword. They inhabited through out south Indian in the regions. They wore no armor much like the North Indian tribes. These men are more spiritual and fanatic hence are very war like in nature. Their attitude gives them tirelessness and ferociousness in battle.
Historically, Tribe leader king Erumayooran commanded most number of these men. He allied with the Cheras and fought thge Pandyans when Pandyans were lead by a 16 year old King Pandiyan Nedunchezhiyan. Cheras and the Erumayoor tribe and 5 other tribes thought the young Pandyan king in-capable of leading a battle and attacked the capital Madurai. But the Young king who knew the plans of these tribes and the Chera King was prepared and won the Battle against the mighty army that was lead by 7 generals Chera king, Erumayoor king and 5 other tribe leaders. This was the beginning of the Pandyan conquest and these tribes men who were challenging in their Initial expansion were later subjected to their cause.
All units, unit names and unit descriptions are WIP unless stated. They could and probably will receive small changes
We hope you enjoyed this preview. Expect more previews in the future.
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Well guys what do you think? Should we post this? Edit it if you feel I did something wrong.
. Here you see some troops from all over India, from south to north.We have much more for you. We'll post it someday later
Mauryan:
Ksatriya Dhanavihna (Mauryan Early Longbowmen)
No more slow tribals' bows for us! We now utilize a nice wooden bow, a "recurved" longbow. Now we can shoot our arrows just as well as before, but far faster. Just give the word, and a hail of death will fall upon your target. We also carry swords, but these are for making quick work of weak enemies or as a last resort; we are no Yodha swordsmen.
The Indian longbow was a fearsome, tall weapon, comparative in size to what the English developed later on. However, significant differences exist between these men and their medieval counterparts; while the Anglo-Welsh longbow came from the relatively rare yew tree, the Indian one came from bamboo, making it cheaper. However, this longbow was too slow, so the Mauryans developed a wooden bow that retained the old bow's range and penetration capabilities while greatly increasing firepower capabilities. However, it is no match for the later English bow; the best Anglo-Welsh longbowmen could shoot 12 arrows a minute accurately at a range of 300 meters.
Among the four different types of Indian armies are the Ksatriyas. The Mauryan king commands four types of Indian armies and the best among them are those from the core of the empire, the Ksatriyas. These men are born to war caste of people who are warlike yet well disciplined by the warrior ethics of Arthashastra. Ksatriyas were also trained in sreni (guilds) but what differentiated them from their sreni counterparts was their caste. Ksatriyas were trained by a recognized martial arts teacher in sreni-funded and royally maintained facilities. Other sreni produce lesser-quality solders who fight for livelihood, unlike men from the Ksatriya caste who fight for glory and protection of their people.
Ksatriya Yodha (Mauryan Swordsmen)
Hail, Rajan! The young from the professional Ksatriya class, we form the backbone of your army, along with the Kuntabhata spearmen. After the archers have done their job or are forced to retire, send us in as an iron fist to sweep aside your foes, with our elders (the Kuntabhata) watching our flanks and back. Utilize us at the head of your PadmaVuhya (lotus) formation, for we are some of your finest infantry. As proud Ksatriyas, we wear Kavcha (metal armour) and a long, thick turban. Our tool of killing is a fine Aari longsword, while our off-hand bears a tough Thada (shield).
Historically, the Yodha came from the younger Ksatriyas, who were more eager, imptetuous, and invigorated in battle, as opposed to the Kuntabhata, who came from the elder Ksatriyas and were more disciplined and defensive. This difference is notably similar to the Romans' system: Hastati/Principes 'legionary' infantry came from younger men, while the Triarii hoplitai/heavy spearmen came from the elder, battle-hardened veterans.
Among the four different types of Indian armies are the Ksatriyas. The Mauryan king commands four types of Indian armies and the best among them are those from the core of the empire, the Ksatriyas. These men are born to war caste of people who are warlike yet well disciplined by the warrior ethics of Arthashastra. Ksatriyas were also trained in sreni (guilds) but what differentiated them from their sreni counterparts was their caste. Ksatriyas were trained by a recognized martial arts teacher in sreni-funded and royally maintained facilities. Other sreni produce lesser-quality solders who fight for livelihood, unlike men from the Ksatriya caste who fight for glory and protection of their people.
Mauryan Sainika (Mauryan Levy)
In times of foreign invasion and civil disorder it is difficult to keep the populace (and battlefront) in line with a lower number of men, no matter their or their general's skill. In time when numbers matter, the old and weak retire and the [untrained] able men among the Ksatriyas are called to arms. The veterans among them consider this as another chance to win glory in battle and/or death in their King's name. Lacking proper equipment, these men equip themselves with hunting weapons and other low quality or handmade war gear. They carry a light bamboo spear, a bamboo longbow, and a wooden shield. Though they are of poor quality, they make up for this in energy and lust for glory. Still, these men are not true soldiers, and should be used for archery and nothing more.
The Indian longbow was a fearsome, tall weapon, comparative in size to what the English developed later on. However, significant differences exist between these men and their medieval counterparts; while the Anglo-Welsh longbow came from the relatively rare yew tree, the Indian one came from bamboo, making it cheaper. However, this longbow was too slow, so the Mauryans developed a wooden bow that retained the old bow's range and penetration capabilities while greatly increasing firepower capabilities. However, it is no match for the later English bow; the best Anglo-Welsh longbowmen could shoot 12 arrows a minute accurately at a range of 300 meters. These longbowmen are equipped with the old-style bamboo longbow, meaning they are cheaper but not really as effective.
Among the four different types of Indian armies are the Ksatriyas. The Mauryan king commands four types of Indian armies and the best among them are those from the core of the empire, the Ksatriyas. These men are born to war caste of people who are warlike yet well disciplined by the warrior ethics of Arthashastra. Ksatriyas were also trained in sreni (guilds) but what differentiated them from their sreni counterparts was their caste. Ksatriyas were trained by a recognized martial arts teacher in sreni-funded and royally maintained facilities. Other sreni produce lesser-quality solders who fight for livelihood, unlike men from the Ksatriya caste who fight for glory and protection of their people.
Pandyan:
Sathriya Ieetipadai (Pandyan Spearmen)
Hail, Arasan! We are your battle-hardened veteran spearmen, drawn from more elder Ksatriyas, and work in tandem with the almost-hyperactive Yodha swordsmen to form the backbone of your (and any good Indian commander's) army. Use us as flank-guards, advance guards for the archers, and behind the swordsmen in case any foe (especially horsemen) should get the better of them. We are the spearhead (quite literally) of the Chakraviyuha (impenetrable wheel) formation, and roll over outnumbered foes in this way. As proud Sathriyans, we wear Kavasam (metal armour) and a helmet. As our vel (spear) delivers death, our tough Kedayam (shield) blocks any foolish attempt to harm us.
Among the four different types of armies in India are the superior Sathriyans. They are very similar (culture-wise) to the Vedic Ksatriyas, such as those prominent in the Mauryan Empire, despite mostly being Dravidian and not Indo-Aryan. These men are born to the disciplined warrior-caste governed by the warrior ethics of Arthashastra, whose teachings were translated as Sanskrit became dialectized, much like Vulgar Latin. Sathriyans were also trained in sreni but what differentiated them from their normal sreni counterparts was their caste. Sathriyans were trained by a recognized martial arts teacher in sreni-funded and royally maintained facilities. Other sreni produce lesser-quality solders who fight for livelihood, unlike men from the Ksatriya caste who fight for glory and protection of their people.
Southern India AOR:
Thazhvar Sirupadai (Indian Tribal Sicklemen)
The Dravidian Hindu tribes were fearsome warriors in their own way. They used the Aruvaazh (or Sickle), A single sided heavy sword. They inhabited through out south Indian in the regions. They wore no armor much like the North Indian tribes. These men are more spiritual and fanatic hence are very war like in nature. Their attitude gives them tirelessness and ferociousness in battle.
Historically, Tribe leader king Erumayooran commanded most number of these men. He allied with the Cheras and fought thge Pandyans when Pandyans were lead by a 16 year old King Pandiyan Nedunchezhiyan. Cheras and the Erumayoor tribe and 5 other tribes thought the young Pandyan king in-capable of leading a battle and attacked the capital Madurai. But the Young king who knew the plans of these tribes and the Chera King was prepared and won the Battle against the mighty army that was lead by 7 generals Chera king, Erumayoor king and 5 other tribe leaders. This was the beginning of the Pandyan conquest and these tribes men who were challenging in their Initial expansion were later subjected to their cause.
All units, unit names and unit descriptions are WIP unless stated. They could and probably will receive small changes
We hope you enjoyed this preview. Expect more previews in the future.
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Well guys what do you think? Should we post this? Edit it if you feel I did something wrong.
Last edited by Malik of Sindh on Wed Apr 16, 2008 11:04 pm; edited 10 times in total (Reason for editing : preview)
Re: First Preview
by svramj on Fri Apr 11, 2008 6:59 pm
Malik of Sindh wrote:Are we going to make the first preview now, with all the pre-reform units, or later when post-reform units are finished?
Admetos suggested earlier that not to preview all units at once. We have to periodically preview units one by one when we are almost near to release. I think we have to wait for a while. when we preview stuffs there will be more hype. people will expect fast release. it is necessary we start coding and scripting immediately and implement all the EB stuffs we require. and look at the free faction slots and start implementing the new factions over them.
btw I need the list of factions we are going to inherit from EB
Re: First Preview
by Malik of Sindh on Tue Apr 15, 2008 11:44 pm
I posted the first preview here, tell me what you think.
Re: First Preview
by Admetos on Tue Apr 15, 2008 11:58 pm
@svramj - I've picked up on a small issue with one of the units. The Mauyan levy (the third unit down) was called Ksatriya Sainika. I always thought that ksatriyas were professional warriors, but this unit is a levy? I've changed it to Mauryan Sainika for now.
Re: First Preview
by svramj on Wed Apr 16, 2008 1:32 am
no dont show Vellpadai Sathriya now, those must have new descriptions from gamegeek2....he will do it soon. I think we don't have to preview Mauryans are Pandyans. fist preview the ZOR sof india. those that EB do no have. them move on to Mauryans and Pandyan.
Re: First Preview
by Malik of Sindh on Wed Apr 16, 2008 1:49 am
svramj wrote:no dont show Vellpadai Sathriya now, those must have new descriptions from gamegeek2....he will do it soon. I think we don't have to preview Mauryans are Pandyans. fist preview the ZOR sof india. those that EB do no have. them move on to Mauryans and Pandyan.
Oh, cmon! AOR units don't look as good as factional ones. I'll remove the velpadai sathriyas.
Re: First Preview
by IndianPrince on Wed Apr 16, 2008 4:57 am
ME LIKE !!! I think this will be a good preview ... good job guys. Sorry i have been inactive lately ... i'll try to get busy ASAP.
Prince
Prince
Re: First Preview
by Malik of Sindh on Fri Apr 25, 2008 8:19 am
Just noticed I posted the preview and the post saying the preview will be soon out at EXACTLY the same hour and minute, just a different day. It wasn't intentional, just a wierd coincidence,and unrelated to mod, but I thought it was pretty cool so I'm posting it here
http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showpost.php?p=1892769&postcount=462
http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showpost.php?p=1893694&postcount=463
http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showpost.php?p=1892769&postcount=462
http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showpost.php?p=1893694&postcount=463
Re: First Preview
by Athkara on Mon Apr 28, 2008 8:00 am
...Admit it, you're some kind of robot or computer program, aren't you? ...Can you pass the turnning test?The emperor, escaping into an inner apartment, said, “Why didn’t you warn me earlier, before things came to this!”
The eunuch replied, “I didn’t dare speak out, and that’s why I’m still alive. Anyone who had dared speak out would have been put to death long ago – he wouldn’t be around now!”
– Shiji: Biography of the Second Emperor of Qin, Qin Ershi
The eunuch replied, “I didn’t dare speak out, and that’s why I’m still alive. Anyone who had dared speak out would have been put to death long ago – he wouldn’t be around now!”
– Shiji: Biography of the Second Emperor of Qin, Qin Ershi
Re: First Preview
by Malik of Sindh on Mon Apr 28, 2008 3:28 pm
If I was robot, I could play video games night and day nonstop. Sadly, I can't. This means I'm not robot .
Re: First Preview
by svramj on Tue Apr 29, 2008 1:12 am
@Sindh....when have you planned a second preview