Most of the time in ancient battles was spent in reforming the lines while the combatants watched each other from a distance. In between there were a few skirmi

Most of the time in ancient battles was spent in reforming the lines while the combatants watched each other from a distance. In between there were a few skirmishes, a lot of swearing and battle cries and all waiting for an opportune moment or looking for a weakness in formation. Committing to engagements, like we see in the movies and games would have risk in the breaking of the lines and an eventual route.