Morale - OD&D Swords and Spells

The Mass Combat Supplement to OD&D titled Swords and Spells contains a rather extensive section on Morale.  I think one can see influences from both Chainmail and OD&D as this system develops.  Likewise, several ideas carries over into AD&D.

When to check Morale:
Base Morale Scores:
Adjustments for different creatures, troop types, formations, positions, etc.:
Additional circumstantial bonus:
What happens upon a failed Morale check:

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