Professional soldiers protected by a large shield and heavy armor. They are able to form a defensive ring of spears.
These Armoured Spearmen are disciplined and professional warriors, drawn from the higher classes. They are well trained and are well equipped with long spears, large shields and excellent armour. They're very solid defensive companies, able to resist attacks from both foot and horse, so long as they are well supported. If necessary they can form a defensive circle.