General vs Legatus

[holo-caust]

Hi guys,
I wanted to know what are the differences between a legatus or a general, in a multiplayer battle, which one should I use and why?

[GreyVixen]

Historically, Legatus WAS the general.

Though, gameplay I think Legatus represents earlier era generals and general's bodyguard is later Roman empire.

Just compare the stats and see which is for you.

[Dahak]

Flip that around actually. You start with late game generals for some reason. Look at your admiral; legions when it should be principes. The Legatus is an upgrade to general and bodyguard you get when you research the level IV barracks.

[Seusscaboose]

Well,..actually

It's a representative, "the title was used both for Ambassadors and Senior Officers who acted on teh behalf of a governor.- who were invariably senators.*

Goldworth,2006 "Caesar, life of a Colossus" p190-191

[holo-caust]

I know the storical differences, I'm italian and I know well the romans history, I wanted to know differences in game, what are the pro and cons of the general and of the legatus?

[⳩ aqui1ifer]

Originally posted by -LL- Bavs:

I know the storical differences, I'm italian and I know well the romans history, I wanted to know differences in game, what are the pro and cons of the general and of the legatus?

IIRC the legatus is a heavier unit with ess offensive capabilities than the G&BG but is 20 talents cheaper. It [Legatus] is a Marian/Early Imperial general while the G&BG is Maniplar era.

[Captain Michael Vulpi]

Legate was the commander of legion so historically its the same though I never bother usingbeither