Scythian Warfare

Scythian warfare was characterized by highly mobile, horseback-centered combat. They excelled in mounted archery, often launching rapid, accurate missile attacks while riding quickly across the steppe. Their tactics emphasized agility, surprise, and flexibility, enabling them to outmaneuver opponents and conduct hit-and-run strikes. Scythians also used light armor and bows, making them effective raiders and skirmishers. Their warfare was deeply tied to their nomadic lifestyle, prioritizing mobility over heavy armor or traditional formations, which allowed them to dominate vast territories and conduct effective guerrilla-style campaigns against more sedentary armies.