Stradiots (M2TW Unit)

Stradiots (M2TW Unit)
Class	Light Cavalry
Unit Size	32
Weaponry	Spear Mace
Morale
Melee Attack
Ranged Attack
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Ammunition
Region	Global
Recruitment Cost	610
Upkeep Cost	210
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Unit Limit
Building Requirements	Kings Stables
Technology Requirements	None
Attributes	Can formed charge Can withdraw Hardy Hide forest Sea faring

Armed with spear and mace, these unique troops are renowned for their ferocity.

Overview

In the latter half of the 15th century, the Venetians introduced the Stradiots. Hailing from Albania, these Albanian warriors dress in Turkish fashion and wear padded or light mail armour and helmets. Armed with spear and mace, these unique troops are renowned for their ferocity, and for their lack of discipline.

Details

Stradiots are a rather good light cavalry unit, who, though appearing to be weak, are quite strong due to their armour piercing mace. The stradiots are also quite fast, meaning that they can usually out run enemy cavalry units. They are exceptional for attacks against missile units or for rear charges against melee units but should avoid direct confrontation with heavy cavalry units or even any confrontation at all. They also require a high level stables to be recruited and thus are usually only seen in the late game.

Factions

• Venice