You guys do realize that a centurion wouldn't be leading a squad, he would be leading a century made of 100 men. Plus this so other people aren't misled!
Ways to defeat your enemies: 1) Spear vs katana: use your spear's longer reach to take out your foe. 2) Katana vs spear: dart in and strike your foe then move away. 3) Spear vs spear: just prod at him and try to break his defenses. 4) Katana vs katana: run in and try to break his defenses.
If anyone was wondering why the best cavalry in the game was called "companion cavalry" its because they would be made up of Alexander's companions. They are THE people you would want to be. They're the military AND social elite!
Talk about encouraging comments. Thanks!