07-01-2014, 09:10 PM
While I generally agree with the idea of targeting officers, I don't think it would be as easy as implied. Officers, whether centurions or tribunes, would have not only been known for being brave (prerequisite), they'd also probably know their way around a spear, javelin, sword and shield. Additionally, they probably would also be wearing armor that is better than average. A helmet with cheek guard, with some sort of metal armor covering the torso, with pteruges covering upper arms and legs, and greaves protecting the lower legs, not counting the shield they'd use to protect themselves, there aren't many very vulnerable places to attack. One facet of combat that most veterans abide by is to not attack a strong point when a weaker is available. So its a toss up. I think attacking an officer with anything other than a ranging missile weapon is a very risky move, unless you have a few friends helping you.
I know its a different time period, but I remember reading about a large group (15-20?) of French youths, all lords and knights, who made a pack together that they'd kill Henry V at Agincourt, who was fighting in the front ranks, in a brightly identifiable surcoat and crown. They all died and Henry made it through unscathed.
I know its a different time period, but I remember reading about a large group (15-20?) of French youths, all lords and knights, who made a pack together that they'd kill Henry V at Agincourt, who was fighting in the front ranks, in a brightly identifiable surcoat and crown. They all died and Henry made it through unscathed.
