 Traditional robes of honor were regularly given out; other gifts included jewelry, ceremonial swords, money, and increased allotments for the troops.The exact size of the army under Muhammad's command is not explicitly stated, but it was likely much greater than al-Mu'tazz's forces.As many of his units were irregulars, however, their conduct in battle was not always reliable, and they were disciplined often for their failure to follow orders.