Assyrian invasion [A]: Philistia vs. Assyria

Philistians proved their boldness and attacked Assyrian invader straight forward. Battle was fought near Damascus.

Heavy guys Philistines: 7xBd(gen),  2xAx, 2xPs, 1x LCh. 

Assyrian killing machine: 3xHCh(Gen), 2xLh 2xSp, 2xAx, 3xPs

There was a river in the middle, two brown plouhs, steep hill on assyrian left. Each army expected support of their allies. Philisines Edomites and Assyrian Izraelites. Izraelites arrived earlier, but Edom was far too late to make a difference in battle.
Philistines psiloi sprinted toward assyrian main body.  

It is a long way to meet Assyrians for those guys. They will not  be engaged in combat much.

Situations after a few rounds. Philistia right wing is weak. Left is moving slowly.

Because those psiloi will block their progress.

Heavy chariots and friendly Israel unit in background. Light horses are heating up.

In a meanwhile assyrian Light horses robed Philistian camp. It was super quick ride.

They ware caught by. But they did defend bravely. 

Finally big guys are engaged.

First HChariot destroyed. 

H chariot destroys Philistian Ax. It is 3-1 for Assyrians. Ph. Psiloi are going to support right wing.

Edom bedouins arrived near enemy, but they will not have a chance to change anything.

Brave assyrian psiloi resisting blades.

Izrael L chariot in action.

Destroys psiloi and battle is won 4-1 for Assyria.

Conclusion: Blades needed to be involved in battle sooner. If enemy has a Light horses, your camp should be well protected. Psiloi can slower heavy infantry well. Watch out your light troops in good going against H chariots.