Issus: Pressure the King

Macedonia vs Persia

333 BC · Issus, Cilicia

Historical Briefing

At Issus in 333 BC, Alexander defeated a far larger army by driving his Companion cavalry straight at Darius III. The Persian king's flight from the field decided the battle and shattered Persian morale.

Tactical Lesson

Coordinate infantry and cavalry, then destroy the enemy commander to break their will.

Scenario Rules

  • The enemy Commander appears earlier or starts stronger.

Objectives

  • ★1 Win the duel
  • ★2 Destroy 1 Commander
  • ★3 Control multiple unit types at once

Battle Report

By threatening the king directly, Alexander shattered a far larger army.