Ancient
Warlords
Battlefield tactics, grand strategy, and the psychology of command from history's most feared conquerors.
Sun Tzu
The Master Strategist
Author of "The Art of War". Emphasized winning without fighting, deception, and knowledge of self and enemy.
Core Tactics
DeceptionSpeedIntelligenceAsymmetric Warfare
"All warfare is based on deception."
Genghis Khan
The Universal Ruler
Unified the Mongol tribes and conquered the largest contiguous empire in history through speed, meritocracy, and psychological warfare.
Core Tactics
MobilityMeritocracyIntegrationTerror
"I am the punishment of God...If you had not committed great sins, God would not have sent a punishment like me upon you."
Napoleon Bonaparte
The Emperor
Revolutionized military organization and training. Master of detail, speed, and the decisive blow.
Core Tactics
Corps SystemCentral PositionSpeedArtillery Massing
"Victory belongs to the most persevering."
Hannibal Barca
The Scourge of Rome
Crossed the Alps to challenge Rome. Famous for the double envelopment tactic at Cannae.
Core Tactics
EncirclementTerrain UsageAlliance BuildingSurprise
"I will either find a way or make one."
Subutai
The Dog of War
Genghis Khan's primary military strategist. Coordinated armies across thousands of miles with pre-modern communication.
Core Tactics
Strategic ReconDeep OperationsCoordinationSiegecraft
"The highest art of war is not to fight at all, but to subvert the enemy."
Miyamoto Musashi
The Sword Saint
Undefeated duelist and author of "The Book of Five Rings". Taught strategy as a path to enlightening the spirit.
Core Tactics
Two HeavensVoidTimingPsychological Dominance
"Do nothing which is of no use."