These Roman figures are assessed separately from their game statistics. The beards look questionable because Roman troops are described as more often clean-shaven, while the armour is judged fairly accurate. One plausible piece of equipment does not settle every aspect of the reconstruction. The short appraisal shows why appearance and armour need separate scrutiny.
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Assessing the game's Roman troops
The armour is judged broadly credible, while the bearded figures differ from the more usual clean-shaven appearance of Roman troops.