
Whereas a gladiator slave rebellion (Spartacus-style) will contain gladiator troops that, despite their small numbers, will take a huge bite out of any unprepared army. Bandit armies that pop up on the map can be almost anything - a huge army of peasants will melt before determined legions or even light cavalry. For instance, early in the game the barbarians North of Rome will field gigantic armies, but often they're light infantry that can be easily outmaneuvered or outfought. The type of troops in an army makes a big difference. The type of troops: You can't tell what type of troops the enemy is fielding until you actually move up a spy to check it out.More men doesn't necessarily mean a better army, but outnumbering the opposition obviously presents an advantage. A full banner represents roughly a thousand men.

