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The Uruk-hai, despite their brute strength, exhibit glaring strategic deficiencies during their assault on Helms Deep. The predominant approach of mass charges without coordinated tactics undermines their effectiveness. For a siege to succeed, attackers need to utilize cover, position siege equipment strategically, and operate with cohesion.
Use of Siege Engines
A significant tactical error on the part of the Uruk-hai is their reliance on poorly coordinated assaults. Instead of leveraging their siege engines for strategic strikes, they throw themselves recklessly against the walls, creating a target-rich environment for Rohan’s defenders. This lack of battle cohesion means the Uruk-hai ultimately lose many soldiers during the assault due to their disorganized formations.