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Libyan Kuloglu (ETW Unit)

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Libyan Kuloglu (ETW Unit)
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Class Elite Auxillary Cavalry
Unit Size 60 Men
Weaponry Blunderbusses and sabres
Morale
Melee Attack
Ranged Attack
Defence
Charge Bonus
Accuracy
Range
Ammunition
Region Cairo
Recruitment Cost 1220
Upkeep Cost 130
Turns to Build
Unit Limit
Building Requirements Military Academy
Technology Requirements None
Attributes
  • Can dismount
  • Can hide in woodland

  • Libyan kuloglu icon infm.png Libyan Kuloglu are auxiliary cavalry, capable of dismounting to deliver a devastating volley with their blunderbusses

    Overview

    They also carry sabres, which can be used when in the saddle, giving the ability to fight well in melee. Unlike some other Turkish and Ottoman troops, they do not wear armour. Their blunderbusses are large-bore flintlock weapons, much like giant shotguns, and cannot be used from horseback. They have a very short range but a blast from one, let alone a volley from a whole unit, is terrible. This weapon makes the Kuloglu a superb attacking force, if they can get within range of the target. They suffer when facing troops with longer-ranged muskets or rifles.

    Historically, the Kuloglu were recruited from the sons of ethnic Turkish janissaries and local, Libyan women. These men were specifically excluded from joining the ranks of the prestigious janissaries, proving their worth by fighting with bravery and discipline - particularly during the American attack on Tripoli. Indeed, kuloglu who behaved in a cowardly way were made to dress as women until they redeemed themselves through acts of not-quite-suicidal bravery, or died in the attempt. This, however, was mild compared to what was done to any who abused young prisoners taken in battle: the offender was beheaded or beaten 1000 times with a stout cane, something that was surely a protracted death sentence!

    Details

    Libyan Kuloglo are an elite unit recruitable only in Cairo and available only to the Ottoman Empire. They are a cavalry unit similar to that of European dragoons, due to the fact that they carry guns which can only be fired when dismounted. They should be used to support you lines and act as a quick response mounted infantry force. Libyan Kuloglu can also be treated as a Light Cavalry unit, hover they should not be expected to outclass a well prepared Line Infantry or enemy Heavy Cavalry.

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