[Squirrelloid]

Re: Equites - why don't you take a look at *EA* Ermor - it might have what you're looking for. I honestly don't find equites very thematic, since the Roman empire had very few mounted troops, all barbarians. Also, no one would object too much if you buffed EA Ermor a little bit.

MA Ermor is like the Roman Empire during its fall. The legion is in shambles, not the proud institution of an earlier era.