Whilst many characters ride to battle aboard a chariot or atop a monster, many more bold leaders and dangerous fighters prefer to move around the battlefield as individuals, fighting a solitary battle against the foe:
Any character whose troop type is infantry or cavalry and that has not joined a unit is considered to be a 'Lone character'.
During the course of a game, a Lone character may join a friendly unit, bringing their might and leadership to the unit to strengthen its ranks. Upon joining a unit, a character ceases to be a Lone character.
A Lone character benefits from the following rules: