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| − | Miquelets are an irregular light infantry unit available only to Spain and Portugal and recruitable only in the Iberian Peninsular. They are slightly inferior to regular European [[Light Infantry (ETW)|Light Infantry]] however they have the ability to remain hidden whilst walking. This ability makes them invaluable for setting up ambushes for unsuspecting line infantry. They should be used to harass the enemy whilst the line infantry are making their way to engage. However as with all light infantry, they should avoid melee at all costs as they have very poor melee skills. | + | Miquelets are an irregular light infantry unit available only to Spain and Portugal and recruitable only in the Iberian Peninsular. They are slightly inferior to regular European [[Light Infantry (ETW Unit)|Light Infantry]] however they have the ability to remain hidden whilst walking. This ability makes them invaluable for setting up ambushes for unsuspecting line infantry. They should be used to harass the enemy whilst the line infantry are making their way to engage. However as with all light infantry, they should avoid melee at all costs as they have very poor melee skills. |
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Revision as of 08:36, 24 June 2013
| Miquelets (ETW Unit) | |
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| Class | Irregulars |
| Unit Size | 80 Men |
| Weaponry | Muskets |
| Morale | |
| Melee Attack | |
| Ranged Attack | |
| Defence | |
| Charge Bonus | |
| Accuracy | |
| Range | |
| Ammunition | |
| Region | The Iberian Peninsular |
| Recruitment Cost | 360 |
| Upkeep Cost | 90 |
| Turns to Build | |
| Unit Limit | |
| Building Requirements | Magistrate |
| Technology Requirements | None |
| Attributes | |
Light Infantry are Skirmishers who harass the enemy while screening the main body of the army.
Overview
Initiative, aggression and pace of action mark these men out and they consider themselves a cut above other infantry, regardless of the title that they use. Light infantry, jaegers or chasseurs do not mindlessly follow orders, but pick and choose their own ground and targets, using such cover as they can find. They carry standard smoothbore, muzzle-loading muskets, but they do not rely on massed volley fire: they deliberately aim (as well as they can, given that muskets lack sights), at individuals within the enemy ranks. This selective fire can disrupt enemy formations or drive off enemy skirmishers. Over time, developments in tactics and weapons will make them very effective as snipers as well as covering forces.
In 1700, many European nations did not recruit light infantry regiments. Each line infantry regiment had a light company, but the mass volley was the proper way to employ firepower. As irregular light troops proved their worth and tribal natives refused to co-operate by fighting formal, set piece battles, it was realised that collecting together light companies in ad hoc regiments was no longer enough. Direct recruitment of light infantry regiments began in earnest, and by the end of the 18th Century every army fielded fast, light regiments.
Details
Miquelets are an irregular light infantry unit available only to Spain and Portugal and recruitable only in the Iberian Peninsular. They are slightly inferior to regular European Light Infantry however they have the ability to remain hidden whilst walking. This ability makes them invaluable for setting up ambushes for unsuspecting line infantry. They should be used to harass the enemy whilst the line infantry are making their way to engage. However as with all light infantry, they should avoid melee at all costs as they have very poor melee skills.
