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Miquelets (ETW Unit)

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Miquelets (ETW Unit)
Euro miquelets.png
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
  • Can skirmish
  • Can hide in woodland
  • Can hide in light scrub
  • Can hide in long grass
  • Can hide in buildings
  • Good stamina
  • Remains hidden whilst walking

  • Euro miquelets icon.png 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.

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