Punic Wars Spanish in 15mm

 

Another two units and I'll have enough for a Spanish Army in its own right.  For the moment these little fellows are part of Hannibal's Carthaginian Army. Either way, they will give the Romans a rough time.  The figures are nearly all from Forged in Battle 15mm.  Click for bigger pic's.

First the cavalry. 

I'm minded to think that all Spanish cavalry could form up and charge or skirmish as the situation demanded.

 Ancient Spanish warriors did not use the bow. They did use slings with great dexterity.  Before attaining manhood young fellows spent time out with the flocks and herds.  It was there they learned their slinging skills killing predators and boredom with equal facility.  

These are my Spanish slingers, they are also equipped for a fight.  The older warriors may have eschewed this useful skill, concentrating close combat. Young warriors could do both and may have been expected to do so.

 Some Spanish warriors wore armour.

All of them could move very quickly when required.  

The Romans learned a great deal from Spanish and Gallic Warriors.  Kit was adopted wholesale.

Above, Chariot, Essex, QRF and the odd Minifig.  I've had a poke about in the bits box and have enough for anther unit of cavalry and one of infantry enabling me to reach the magic figure of 12 units.

Next 'Ancients' time we will have a look at the Roman cavalry and their supporting velites.