Unit Name
Halberdiers (Silver-era polearm melee infantry, Elite T3)
Unit Acquire Method
Unlocked via the Melee Infantry unit tree for 7,500 Honour or instantly with 20× Halberdier Signaculum. Usable as the Season VI free unit during “Scourge of Winter.”
Traits
- Swamp – +26% damage to cavalry and applies a 45% slow for 2 s on hit.
- Shield Breakers – Expert at penetrating enemy armour thanks to halberd versatility.
Formations
- Dispersed – Reduces casualties from ranged attacks.
- Phalanx – Dense polearm formation boosting attack and defense concentration.
Orders
- Pike Assault – Charge forward, dealing heavy piercing damage to enemies in the path (Cooldown: ~60 s).
- Stand Firm – When bracing in Phalanx/Block, the first strike you take is greatly mitigated (Cooldown: ~3 s).
Tips / Tricks
- These units excel as both charge infantry and cavalry counters thanks to Swamp and Pike Assault.
- Alternate between burst charges and defensive stances to maximize battlefield control.
- Pair with ranged units for added utility: follow charge with Phalanx to hold captured ground.
Pros / Cons
Pros:
• Great versatility: effective in charges and static defense
• Strong anti-cavalry capability via Swamp trait
• Durable and capable of spearwall-style holding phases
Cons:
• Slow skill cooldowns require foresight
• Vulnerable when caught contacting ranged units mid-transition
Mastery âś… Yes
Enhance your Halberdiers through this 8-tier mastery path
Summary
Elite Halberdiers deliver a balanced mix of burst charge and brace hold toolkit. Their mastery boosts further bolster survivability and utility. They are ideal for commanders seeking flexible polearm units capable of both frontline anchoring and decisive initiations.
