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Hail Caesar Saxon Leaders - Battle Of Hastings
Hail Caesar Saxon Leaders - Battle Of Hastings Gyrth Godwinson was an Anglo-Saxon nobleman and the younger brother of King Harold Godwinson, the la...
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Hail Caesar Saxon Command Group+ Saxon heavy infantry were a formidable force in early medieval England, particularly during the late 5th to 11th c...
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Hail Caesar Saxon Slingers Saxons employed slingers in their armies as light infantry skirmishers during the early medieval period. These slingers ...
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Hail Caesar Saxon Light Cavalry Saxon light cavalry in the early medieval period were fast and agile units, designed for rapid movement and versati...
View full detailsHail Caesar Saxon Thegn Heavy Infantry A
Hail Caesar Saxon Thegn Heavy Infantry A Thegns, the wealthy noblemen of Anglo-Saxon kingdoms, served as retainers for their lords, fulfilling thei...
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Hail Caesar Saxon Thegn Heavy Infantry B Thegns, the wealthy noblemen of Anglo-Saxon kingdoms, served as retainers for their lords, fulfilling thei...
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Hail Caesar Saxon Huscarls B The infantry of the Saxon force during the 1066 conquest was primarily composed of the fyrd and the housecarls. The fy...
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Hail Caesar Saxon Ceorls A Â Saxon ceorls were free peasant farmers in Anglo-Saxon England, forming the backbone of rural society from the early me...
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Hail Caesar Saxon Ceorls B Saxon ceorls were free peasant farmers in Anglo-Saxon England, forming the backbone of rural society from the early medi...
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Hail Caesar Norman Unarmoured Cavalry Command Norman cavalry, renowned for their effectiveness, played a crucial role in medieval warfare, particul...
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Hail Caesar Norman Mounted Knights Command Norman mounted knights were a formidable and highly influential military force during the 11th and 12th ...
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Hail Caesar Norman Unarmoured Infantry Command Norman heavy infantry were a crucial component of the Norman military forces during the 11th and 12t...
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Hail Caesar Norman Characters Lead your invasion with these new Norman Characters. Duke William of Normandy, also known as William the Conqueror, w...
View full detailsHail Caesar Norman Mounted Knights A
Hail Caesar Norman Mounted Knights A Norman mounted knights were a formidable and highly influential military force during the 11th and 12th centur...
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Hail Caesar Norman Mounted Knights B Norman mounted knights were a formidable and highly influential military force during the 11th and 12th centur...
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Hail Caesar Norman Unarmoured Infantry B The infantry of the Norman armies during the 1066 conquest was a crucial component of William the Conquero...
View full detailsHail Caesar Norman Unarmoured Infantry A
Hail Caesar Norman Unarmoured Infantry A The infantry of the Norman armies during the 1066 conquest was a crucial component of William the Conquero...
View full detailsHail Caesar Norman Heavy Infantry B
Hail Caesar Norman Heavy Infantry B Norman heavy infantry were a crucial component of the Norman military forces during the 11th and 12th centuries...
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Hail Caesar Unarmoured Norman Cavalry B Norman cavalry, renowned for their effectiveness, played a crucial role in medieval warfare, particularly d...
View full detailsHail Caesar Norman Heavy Infantry A
Hail Caesar Norman Heavy Infantry A Norman heavy infantry were a crucial component of the Norman military forces during the 11th and 12th centuries...
View full detailsHail Caesar Norman Unarmoured Cavalry A
Hail Caesar Norman Unarmoured Cavalry A Norman cavalry, renowned for their effectiveness, played a crucial role in medieval warfare, particularly d...
View full detailsHail Caesar Arthurian Unarmoured Saxon Infantry B
Hail Caesar Arthurian Unarmoured Saxon Infantry B Saxon ceorls were free peasant farmers in Anglo-Saxon England, forming the backbone of rural soci...
View full detailsHail Caesar Arthurian Royal Anglian Huscarl Spearmen
Hail Caesar Arthurian Royal Anglian Huscarl Spearmen  Arthurian Royal Anglian huscarl spearmen were elite warriors during the early medieval perio...
View full detailsHail Caesar Arthurian Unarmoured Saxon Infantry A
Hail Caesar Arthurian Unarmoured Saxon Infantry A During the Arthurian times, which roughly correspond to the late 5th and early 6th centuries, Sax...
View full detailsHail Caesar â Dark Ages Armies
Enter the age of Vikings, Saxons, Normans, and Franks with Hail Caesarâs Dark Ages armies. This period, spanning from the fall of the Roman Empire to the dawn of the medieval era, is filled with legendary raids, conquests, and battles that reshaped Europe. Lead shield walls, raiding parties, and heavy cavalry into dynamic and brutal engagements on the tabletop.
1. What is the Dark Ages period?
The Dark Ages typically cover the 5th to 11th centuries, a time when former Roman territories fragmented into new kingdoms and cultures. It includes famous groups like the Vikings, Anglo-Saxons, Normans, Franks, and Goths, all vying for dominance across Europe and beyond.
2. What armies can I build?
Popular armies include Vikings, Anglo-Saxons, Normans, Franks, Goths, Lombards, and Byzantines. Each faction features distinct troop typesâheavy infantry, berserkers, cavalry, skirmishers, and siege unitsâallowing for a variety of tactical styles on the tabletop.
3. What tactics do Dark Ages armies use?
Shield wall formations, sudden raids, ambushes, and heavy cavalry charges dominate this period. Infantry forms the backbone of most armies, but cavalry and skirmishers add speed and flexibility. Aggressive play, flanking, and maintaining cohesion are vital for success.
4. Are Dark Ages armies beginner-friendly?
Yes! Many Dark Ages armies rely on a solid core of infantry and straightforward tactics, making them great for beginners. They are easy to collect, with low model counts needed to field effective forces, and they offer lots of opportunities for colorful painting projects.
5. What models are available?
Warlord Games and other manufacturers produce extensive plastic and metal ranges for Vikings, Saxons, Normans, and other Dark Ages forces. Starter sets, warband bundles, and shieldwall boxes offer great value for beginning or expanding armies.
6. Can I recreate famous battles?
Absolutely. You can recreate legendary battles like Hastings (Normans vs. Anglo-Saxons), Stamford Bridge (Vikings vs. English), and battles from the Crusader era for Byzantines and early medieval factions. Scenario rules help bring these historic clashes to life.
7. How large should a Dark Ages army be?
Dark Ages forces often start with a few blocks of infantry supported by skirmishers or cavalry. Starter armies typically field 3-5 main units, making it easy to build and paint a force quickly. As your collection grows, you can add elite units, cavalry contingents, or siege engines.