The Pope's personal loyal guard at home and in battle. These elite troops are armed with spears, mail armour and shield.

教皇卫队忠诚护卫教皇安危，无论霓下居城静处或亲临战阵皆随侍在侧。他们身穿精良链甲，手持长矛和盾牌，作战极为骁勇强悍。

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