Will Hoplites function like they did in RTW? (I.E., the most amazing infantry in the game) Or, will they be more like M2TW Pikemen?
Also, is it even possible to put shields on pike units?
Finally,
How will Heavy Cavalry function? This era did not have advanced saddles, or stirrups. Will Heavy Cav be as big of a factor as in M2TW, or less important?
I didn't think any factions on the Italian Peninsula had decent heavy cavalry.