City States: Ipparchos

The Ipparchos, a formidable commander and skilled warrior, possesses a nature considered too assertive for overall command of an army. Instead, he is entrusted with tactical leadership over the swiftest and most elite units on the battlefield, where his direct approach and inherent aggression prove invaluable. This strategic allocation allows the Polemarch or Aristarch to concentrate on frontline combat, disrupting enemy formations and creating opportunities for the Ipparchos to seize the initiative and deliver decisive strikes. 

In battle, the Ipparchos leads the cavalry forces of the City States armies with distinction. By deploying Companion Cavalry to flank and rear positions, he introduces a vital element of swift maneuverability to infantry formations, ensuring strategic advantage and enhancing the army's overall effectiveness.