In Total War ROME REMASTERED, conquering the known world as Rome demands relentless ambition and skilled armies.
But even the mighty legions can’t be everywhere at once. Outposts, crucial flanks, and unexpected rebellions all test your military might.
To help you out you can recruit Mercenaries, those seasoned veterans, offering a quick solution: instant reinforcements with plenty of skills.
But, hiring the wrong ones can drain your treasury and leave your flanks exposed. So we have decided to curate this Total War ROME REMASTERED Mercenary tier list.
This tier list cuts through the confusion and will help you identify all the best mercenary units the game has to offer.
Total War ROME REMASTERED Mercenary Tier List
Editor’s Note: The prices in the table below are listed in Denarii (in-game currency). The tier list is based on my own experience with them.
| Tier | Character | Details | Price |
| S | Cretan Archers | Absolute best missile, incredible range & accuracy | 750 |
| S | Mercenary War Elephants | Destructive, fire arrows, knock down walls, frighten horses | 4000 |
| A | Scythian Mercenaries | Best mounted horse archers, effective solo army | 800 |
| A | Mercenary Hoplites | Only phalanx spearmen, deadly vs chariots & cavalry | 850 |
| A | Sarmatian Mercenaries | Absolute best missile, with incredible range & accuracy | 1200 |
| B | Bedouin Archers | Heavy cavalry with charge bonus, a good addition | 750 |
| B | Cilician Pirates | Fast, fire before charging, not for melee | 620 |
| B | Rhodian Slingers | Effective on walls & sieges, surprising durability | 750 |
| B | Balearic Slingers | Camel riders, scare horses, effectively mounted missile cavalry | 750 |
| C | Thracian Mercenaries | High damage, low morale, short-lived | 800 |
| C | Bastarnae Mercenaries | Double health & morale of Thracians, expensive | 1700 |
| C | Barbarian Cavalry | Scout ahead, cheap garrison unit | 450 |
| C | Bedouin Warriors | Camel riders, scare horses, not strong | 700 |
| C | Spanish Mercenaries | Armour-piercing ammo, wreck chariots with proper positioning | 750 |
| D | Barbarian Mercenaries | Large numbers, weak, decent city population boost | 800 |
| D | Mercenary Peltasts | Bonus vs elephants & chariots, poor range | 600 |
| D | Illyrian Mercenaries | Slightly better Peltasts, bonus vs elephants & chariots | 650 |
| D | Arab Cavalry | Weak, not for prolonged fights | 750 |
| E | Samnite Mercenaries | Terrible spearmen, bonus vs cavalry (useless) | 750 |
| E | Libyan Mercenaries | Weak, low ammo, fast but useless | 350 |
| E | Numidian Mercenaries | Pathetic missile cavalry, barely worth cost | 750 |
| E | Eastern Mercenaries | Worst spearmen, no attack, defense, or morale | 650 |
Also, check out the updated Total War ROME REMASTERED Traits & Triggers guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the best Mercenaries to hire?
Top-tier picks include S Tier: Cretan Archers (deadly missiles), and Mercenary War Elephants (destructive force). A Tier: Mercenary Hoplites (phalanx power), and Sarmatian Mercenaries (heavy cavalry).
Which Mercenaries should I avoid?
Steer clear of E Tier: Eastern Mercenaries (weak and useless), Samnite Mercenaries (terrible spearmen), Libyan Mercenaries (fragile shooters).
How much do Mercenaries cost?
Prices vary greatly based on unit type and effectiveness. Cretan Archers, for example, are expensive but powerful, while Barbarian Cavalry are cheap but weak.
That’s all for today! Remember, this Total War ROME REMASTERED tier list is a starting point. Experiment, adapt, and conquer!
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