Thureophoroi infantryA variation on the common peltast, the Thureophoroi were equipped with heavier weaponry and intended to fill the gap between the light peltast and the might of the phalanx. The Thureophoroi were so named for the distinctive oval shield they carried called the thureos. Both Thracian and Illyrian infantry adopted the shield before the Greeks, one theory being that it was introduced by Pyrrhus of Epirus, whose Roman enemies and Italian tribal allies used the similar scutum shield. Warlord Games' Thureophoroi miniatures are depicted wearing the distinctive Illyrian style helmet, making them suitable for inclusion in Early Epirote, Illyrian, and Southern Illyrian armies as Illyrian infantry. Thureophoroi are also suitable for the Late Macedonian, Later Hoplite Greek, and Hellenistic Greek army lists as featured in the Hail Caesar Army Lists: Biblical to Early Medieval supplement. Contains 8 metal miniatures Note: Models supplied unassembled and unpaintedProduct DetailsBrand: Warlord GamesGame System: Hail CaesarFaction: Aegean StatesStock InformationIf this item is not currently in stock at time of order, we will order it for you as a Direct Order from Warlord Games.Direct Order items are sourced directly from the manufacturer on your behalf. Delivery times may be longer than standard in-stock items and can vary depending on supplier availability.Please Note: If your order includes a Direct Order item, these items may ship separately from in-stock products.
