Qwertyman
Sergeant Knight
Calodine said:If you use spear/shield, don't go solo. Back up a swordsman, or stick with a couple of other spearmen. Wear light armour so you can move quicker.
true dat.
its all in playstyle, dont expect to excell in areas where a sword would be better- the spear is firmly in the support role amongst infantry, nothing more helpful than a guy at your back who can keep cavalry at bay, absorb hits with his sheild, keep enemy infantry on their toes- ready for a jab, and stab your oponents in the gut every time they open up to attack. - all of this with minimal risk of team damage too.