Stat	Value
Category	cavalry
Class	missile
Morale	4
Hit Points	1
Primary Attack	7
Primary Charge	1
Secondary Attack	4
Secondary Charge	2
Armour	3
Defense Skill	2
Shield	0
Recruitment Cost	540
Upkeep Cost	110

• Hardy
• Can Form Cantabrian Circle

On the vast steppes, the horse archer reigns supreme.

These riders are the product of generations spent perfecting the skills needed to effectively wield a bow while mounted. They can circle an enemy, thickening the air with arrows until they are sufficiently weakened for heavier troops to launch a main attack. Their superb horsemanship means catching them with a counter charge is difficult, even one with light cavalry.

The Scythians are not a squeamish people and cover their quivers with human skin, which is valued for its whiteness. They aren't fastidious either, and many never wash themselves or their clothes!

Their horses are often smaller than those of other nations, partly because many Scythians ride geldings. These animals are, reputedly, less likely to snort and whinny, giving away their position inadvertently.