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Ambushes
Total War: Rome II

Ambushes

Learn Total War: Rome II ambush tactics using forests and cavalry to flank enemies. Bait them with a cavalry unit and charge hidden troops.

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Learn Total War: Rome II ambush tactics using forests and cavalry to flank enemies. Bait them with a cavalry unit and charge hidden troops.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Use forests to hide your troops for an ambush.
  2. 2
    Deploy a Cavalry Unit as bait for the enemy.
  3. 3
    When the enemy moves towards the bait, charge your hidden troops into their flanks.
  4. 4
    If the enemy continues to pursue the Cavalry, have the Cavalry unit run away while drawing the enemy further.
  5. 5
    If the enemy commits to the surprise attack, the Cavalry unit can charge in again for another flank attack.
Tips
  • Cavalry units are effective bait for luring enemies into ambushes.
  • Attacking from the enemy's flanks is key to a successful ambush.
  • Coordinate the Cavalry's retreat with the charge of your hidden troops.

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