Kardakes

When the Persian player needs to "fix" an enemy in place as a distraction, or as a form of "moveable human wall", the Kardakes is the one unit available for use. They don't hit as hard as genuine Anusiya, nor do they move as quickly, but they do bear some heavier armour, and thus can be counted on to make a good account of themselves in combat. Just don't let them stand around under heavy missile fire, however, otherwise they will all easily melt away and come to nothing. Because they are weak, perhaps moreso than conventional Greek hoplitai or even Macedonian phalangitai, it serves to remember that Kardakes must always be used defensively, holding ground with support.