Although often overlooked in favor of Khuzait cavalry, they can more than hold their own against other infantry. Unlike Imperial or Sturgian heavy infantry, Khuzait Darkhan can effectively fight cavalry thanks to their spears - although they may require manual command for maximum effectiveness. Their only real weakness is their Eastern Cavalry Shields are significantly less sturdy than those carried by Imperial Legionaries and Sturgian Hevy Axemen and slightly weaker than those carried by Vlandian Sergeants. Against Sturgian axes in particular, this could be the difference between victory and defeat if Khuzait Darkhan's supporting troops fail to disrupt the enemy Shield Wall. Additionally, their Heavy Sabres will be noticeably cumbersome in close combat.
Skills[]
(v1.2.9)
One Handed
130
Two Handed
60
Polearm
130
Bow
60
Crossbow
20
Throwing
80
Riding
80
Athletics
130
Equipment[]
Troops may spawn with these items in battle. (v1.2.9)
Weapons
Triangular Throwing Spear Heavy Sabre
Shield
Eastern Cavalry Shield
Head Armor
Spiked Helmet With Facemask
Shoulder Armor
Lamellar Shoulder Pieces
Body Armor
Bronze Lamellar Over Mail
Hand Armor
Scale Warlord Bracers
Foot Armor
Leather Riding Boots
Mount
N/A
Mount Harness
N/A
Armor Ratings[]
Note: These items are taken from the in-game encyclopedia. Troops may spawn with visibly different equipment that may affect their in-game ratings. (v1.2.9)
Armor
Head
Body
Arm
Leg
Weight
Spiked Helmet With Facemask
51
-
-
-
4.5
Lamellar Shoulder Pieces
-
12
12
-
9
Bronze Lamellar Over Mail
-
46
14
14
22
Scale Warlord Bracers
-
-
25
-
1.5
Leather Riding Boots
-
-
-
6
1.1
Total
51
58
51
20
38.1
Weapon Ratings[]
Note: These items are taken from the in-game encyclopedia. Troops may spawn with visibly different equipment that may affect their in-game ratings. (v1.2.9)
Melee
Name
Triangular Throwing Spear
Heavy Sabre
Type
Polearm
1H Weapon
Class
1H Polearm
1H Sword
Swing Speed
-
86
Swing Damage
-
74
Thrust Speed
89
90
Thrust Damage
41
36
Length
?
?
Handling
?
?
Weight
1.57
1.62
Shield
Name
Eastern Cavalry Shield
Class
Large Shield
Speed
82
Hit Points
380
Weight
2.7
Trivia[]
The Khuzait Darkhan was previously called "Tarqan".
Darkhan (Turkish: Tarkhan) were historically high-ranking warriors in central Asian armies while, in Mongolian society, it was used for a period of time to refer to civilians or slaves who were liberated by their masters for military achievements and other honors.
