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Hobilars (M2TW unit)

Hobilars
Hobilars
Category: Cavalry
Class: Light
Soldiers: 32
Mount: Pony
Morale: 3
Discipline: Low
Training: Untrained
Recruitment cost: 280
Upkeep cost: 150
Weapon upgrade: 90
Armour upgrade: 70

Light cavalry with spears. Useful for chasing down light infantry, and pursuing fleeing enemy.

Attack
Primary weapon: Cavalry spear (Melee)
Attack: 7
Charge bonus: 3
Secondary weapon: Cavalry sword (Melee)
Attack: 7
Charge bonus: 2
Defence
Total defence: 7
Armour: 4
Defence skill: 3
Shield: 0
Hit points: 1

It is thought the term 'Hobilars' comes from the Norman name 'hobby' for the small horses that Gaelic troops rode in Scotland and Ireland. In medieval warfare Hobilars are the lighter cavalry who support the knights. They shouldn't be relied on too far in battle, but can be valuable for chasing down fleeing enemy.

Attributes

Can board ships
Can form up and charge
Can hide in forest
Can withdraw

Available for:

England
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