Comments - daols002

I have a question: Which of the following is the most cost-effective unit to field in battle? (This is the Rome total war Darth mod 9.0.1 1.5 version)

Greek Hoplites which have +1 Armour, heavy weapon type and long spears or the far more realistic Traditional Hoplite which have 10 more men in the unit, good stamina and higher attack value from the start (But shorter spears and 60 more denarii to recruit and 10 more denarii in upkeep cost)

Which is the difference between the light and heavy weapon values, I assume that heavy weapons does more damage but are more tiresome to wield

Edit: what does the extra sheilding and cristical hits thing that Hastati, Principes and post marian heavy infantry units have mean exactly?
Thank you in advance!