Stat	Value
Category	infantry
Class	spearmen
Morale	10
Hit Points	1
Primary Attack	7
Primary Charge	3
Armour	7
Defense Skill	5
Shield	5
Recruitment Cost	500
Upkeep Cost	210

• Hardy
• Disciplined
• Sapping Ability

Triarii are tough heavy spearmen who make up the third and most senior part of a Roman Legion before the military Reforms of Gaius Marius. They carry a long "hoplite-style" spear (the hasta) which is used to thrust, a long shield and a gladius. They are the oldest veteran soldiers, and well armoured � hardly surprising, given that they are also drawn from the richest section of society.

The triarii are the last available line in early-pattern Republican Legions. "Going to the triarii" is a Roman saying meaning carrying on to the bitter end, and if they are used it's a sign that the moment of decision in a battle has arrived.

Historically, triarii spent their own money on their equipment and could afford to buy the best of everything.