Barbarian Invasion (BI) expansion for Rome: Total War shifted the gameplay from the offensive expansion of the original game to a defensive "survival" mode, introducing unique unit mechanics and specialized formations. Core Gameplay Shifts
The Franks
Infantry-focused, high morale.
Conclusion
4. Strategy Guide by Faction Type
Playing as Rome (West or East)
- Economy is King: You cannot afford full stacks of Comitatenses. Disband units you don't need. Use Limitanei for public order in safe cities.
- The Saxon/Frank Threat: The Western Empire will be invaded by ships. Keep a mobile navy or a stack of Plumbatarii near the English Channel coast.
- Religious Purges: Convert your generals to the dominant religion of your empire. Use priests/imams to convert regions. Unrest is more dangerous than enemy armies.
Rome Total War Barbarian Invasion Units
Barbarian Invasion (BI) expansion for Rome: Total War shifted the gameplay from the offensive expansion of the original game to a defensive "survival" mode, introducing unique unit mechanics and specialized formations. Core Gameplay Shifts
The Franks
Infantry-focused, high morale.
Conclusion
4. Strategy Guide by Faction Type
Playing as Rome (West or East)
- Economy is King: You cannot afford full stacks of Comitatenses. Disband units you don't need. Use Limitanei for public order in safe cities.
- The Saxon/Frank Threat: The Western Empire will be invaded by ships. Keep a mobile navy or a stack of Plumbatarii near the English Channel coast.
- Religious Purges: Convert your generals to the dominant religion of your empire. Use priests/imams to convert regions. Unrest is more dangerous than enemy armies.