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{Afghan_Javelinmen_descr_short}	Made up from fierce Afghan tribesmen, these excellent skirmishers hurl javelins at their foes, but can fight at close quarters if necessary.
{Afghan_Javelinmen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nAfghan Javelinmen, are hardy and fierce tribesmen from tribes either allied or captured by the Timirids. Used to a harsh existence, these wild warriors are excellent skirmishers. They excel at hurling their javelins at their foes, weakening units and breaking up formations, but can fight in close combat when the situation demands.
{Afghan_Javelinmen_Mercs_descr_short}	Made up from fierce Afghan tribesmen, these excellent skirmishers hurl javelins at their foes, but can fight at close quarters if necessary.
{Afghan_Javelinmen_Mercs_descr}	Afghan Javelinmen, are hardy and fierce tribesmen from tribes either allied or captured by the Timirids. Used to a harsh existence, these wild warriors are excellent skirmishers. They excel at hurling javelins at their foes, weakening units and breaking up formations, but can fight in close combat when the situation demands.
{Afghan_Javelinmen_Mercs}	Afghan Javelinmen
{Afghan_Javelinmen}	Afghan Javelinmen
{Akinjis_descr_short}	Light cavalry used as mercenaries by Muslim forces. These Akinjis fight unarmoured for speed and are armed with a bow.
{Akinjis_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nAkinjis, meaning 'raiders', are light cavalry serving in Muslim forces. These Akinjis fight unarmoured for speed and are armed with a bow. Able to adopt a shooting circle formation, which provides constant fire against the enemy. While useful for harassing flanks and enemy archers, this unit will quickly dissolve in melee combat.
{Akinjis}	Akinjis
{Al_Haqa_Infantry_descr_short}	These quality troops are made up from Egyptians, Arabs and the sons of Mamluks. Equipped with good armour, shield and a scimitar.
{Al_Haqa_Infantry_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe Al-Haqa are made up of Egyptians and Arabs, as well as the sons of Mamluks. Egyptians and Arabs are not permitted to become Mamluks, while the sons of Mamluks are considered second class, as they were not born on the Steppes as "true Turks". Nevertheless the Al-Haqa are important troops, often in service to their Amir alongside the Mamluks.
{Al_Haqa_Infantry}	Al-Haqa Infantry
{Alamanoi_descr_short}	Mercenaries from northern-central Europe, in the employ of the Roman Army, equipped with zweihanders and mail armour.
{Alamanoi_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThere are two types of mercenaries in the Roman army. Most common are the irregular mercenaries hired for specific periods or campaigns, and secondly are those that are kept on full time. The Alamanoi belong to the former and are made up of Germans and Flemings. Hailing from Northern central Europe, it is not surprising to see these warriors armed with mighty Zweihanders.
{Alamanoi}	Alamanoi
{Alan_Light_Cavalry_descr_short}	Hardy horsemen accustomed to the plains and steppes of Eastern Europe and the Black Sea region. Excellent light cavalry.
{Alan_Light_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nAlan Light Cavalry are hardy horsemen, accustomed to the plains and steppes of Eastern Europe and the Black Sea region. Having fought against the Roman Empire previously, now ironically they are highly valued as mercenaries by their former enemy. They are equipped with spear and light armour, useful for skirmishing, raiding and ambushing tactics or for covering flanks.
{Alan_Light_Cavalry}	Alan Light Cavalry
{Albanian_Cavalry_descr_short}	Fierce light cavalry with spear and mace
{Albanian_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nEquipped with spear and mace, and protected by armour, these light cavalrymen have earned a fierce reputation while resisting the Turkish invasion of Albania. Initially these hardy fighters first came to Italy to help the Crown of Aragon defend its Empire in Southern Italy, although following the Turkish conquest of Albania, more cavalrymen fled to Italy and found work as mercenaries.
{Albanian_Cavalry}	Albanian Cavalry
{Alforrats_descr_short}	Equipped with light mail and spear, this unit is handy for out flanking your opponent and chasing down archers.
{Alforrats_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThe Alforrats are light cavalry primarily used as an armed scouting force. As their name indicates, they are the "covered" cavalry, meaning covered in studded leather and light mail as their main armor. They are well trained, swift and determined. Although lacking the massive mounts of heavy cavalry they can still overwhelm lesser infantry due to the speed of their light horses. They are ideal for an ambush, outflanking engaged units and taking light infantry head on.
{Alforrats}	Alforrats
{Almughavars_descr_short}	Elite light infantry skirmishers armed with javelins and swords, and sometimes armour.
{Almughavars_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThe Almughavars are the most famous units used by the Crown of Aragon. Originating from deep within the Pirenaic valleys of Aragon and Catalonia, it is no wonder these fierce fighting men are called Almughavar, literally meaning "devastator ". Their lack of heavy armour allows them great agility in battle. Their cunning and audacity are second to none and their heavy javelins are thrown with such force that will pierce even the best of armour. Despite their light equipment, they have a fearsome reputation.
{Almughavars}	Almughavars
{Andalusian_Infantry_descr_short}	Well armored infantry recruited from Andalusia, effective at defensive tasks.
{Andalusian_Infantry_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nRecruited from the wealthy Arabs settled in the vibrant land of al-Andalus, these men make for great defensive infantry. Equipped with a spears and armored in mail, these units are well suited to counter the heavy armored Christian knights threatening the Khalifate.
{Andalusian_Infantry}	Andalusian Infantry
{Arab_Cavalry_descr_short}	Light cavalry recruited from settled areas, and well suited to taking on archers, light infantry and other light cavalry.
{Arab_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nRecruited from the many Arabs settled across North Africa and the Middle East, these men make useful light cavalry, able to chase off horse archers, run down light infantry, and to get round enemy flanks. Their armour can be also be upgraded, allowing them to take on heavier cavalry. Although used to a hot climate, they are not desert troops.
{Arab_Cavalry}	Arab Cavalry
{Aragonese_Knights_descr_short}	Protected by heavy armour and armed with a lance, these elite warriors crush and ride down their opponents.
{Aragonese_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThese are often chosen feudal knights and order knights as well as men who have proven themselves worthy. Officially the Knights of Aragon swear allegiance to the King. Unofficially these knights would be given lands, grants and large sums of money for their services, as an oath for king and country could only go so far. They are an elite, albeit expensive, military unit.
{Aragonese_Knights}	Knights of Aragon
{Arbalest_Militia_descr_short}	Arbalest Militia units are armed with a later, more easily manufactured version of the heavy composite crossbow.
{Arbalest_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nArbalest militia units are formed to protect settlements. Being able to train cityfolk quickly in the use of the arbalest allows these units to be garrisoned frequently and the stopping power of the arbalest can make their withering fire lethal.
{Arbalest_Militia}	Arbalest Militia
{Arbalesters_descr_short}	Mercenary unit equipped with arbalest, knife and armoured with brigandine mail.
{Arbalesters_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThe arbalest is a dangerous weapon and are sometimes considered inhumane or unfair weapons, since an inexperienced crossbowman can use one to kill a knight who had a lifetime of training. It is slow to reload and lacks the distance of drawn bows but makes up for it in power. Mercenary arbalest units are popular throughout the known world as they provide ranged punch for those that need it.
{Arbalesters}	Arbalesters
{Archer_Militia_descr_short}	Archer Militia are peasant archers called up to defend settlements.
{Archer_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nArcher Militia are bow-equipped peasants called upon to provide a settlement with a garrison of missile troops. Whilst poorly armoured, these troops are expected to shoot at an enemy from the safety of their own walls. 
{Archer_Militia}	Archer Militia
{Archontopoulai_descr_short}	Elite heavy cavalry drawn from officers' orphans. Equipped with heavy armour, shield, lance and a sword. REQUIRES CONSTANTINOPLE.
{Archontopoulai_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nFormed by Emperor Alexius at the end of the 11th century, the Archontopoulai, 'sons of generals', are cavalry drawn from officers' orphans. Well trained and disciplined these elite cavalry are capable of deadly charges against enemy formations. As befitting their elite status, these troops are protected by good quality heavy armour and fight with a lance and sword. REQUIRES CONSTANTINOPLE.
{Archontopoulai}	Archontopoulai
{Men_At_Arms_descr_short}	Clad in steel plate armour, these men pack a ferocious charge, while being hard to kill.
{Men_At_Arms_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nComposed of nobility and commoners alike, these men can fight equally well on horseback, or on foot. Well protected in their plate armour, and armed with swords, they are a tough fighters, whether on the offence or defence. Although extremely effective, they nevertheless don't quite have the elan of true knights.
{Men_At_Arms}	Men At Arms
{Armenian_Archers_descr_short}	Armenian mercenaries from the mountains. Lightly armed, but still effective.
{Armenian_Archers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nAfter the Seljuk Turks invaded Armenia, many Christians fled south, where they formed the Christian Kingdom of Cilicia. Many Armenian troops from there earn their living as mercenaries fighting for anyone who can pay them. Feisty men from the mountains, they are lightly armed, but still effective.
{Armenian_Archers}	Armenian Archers
{Armenian_Cavalry_descr_short}	Armenian mercenaries equipped in a western style, armed with lances and protected by mail.
{Armenian_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nAfter the Seljuk Turks invaded Armenia, many Christians fled south, where they formed the Christian Kingdom of Cilicia. Many Armenian troops from there serve as mercenaries fighting for anyone who can pay them. This unit of noble heavy cavalry, fights in the style of Western Knights, and is equipped with lance and heavy mail.
{Armenian_Cavalry}	Armenian Cavalry
{Armenian_Infantry_descr_short}	Armenian infantry unit equipped with mace, shield and heavy mail armour.
{Armenian_Infantry_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThese Infantry "made up of peoples from all lands", fight for the Seljuk Empire more for profit than any sense of loyalty. These troops are equipped with a mace and shield and wear heavy mail armour for protection.
{Armenian_Infantry}	Armenian Infantry
{Armenians_of_Celicia_descr_short}	Fierce armoured bowmen from Outremer's most numerous native Christians, armed with composite bow and an axe.
{Armenians_of_Celicia_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nArmenians are arguably the most numerous native Christians in Outremer, and therefore the most important to the soldier starved Crusader States. Often fighting under their own chieftains and lords, Armenian warriors have a fierce reputation in Outremer, making them excellent warriors. These bowmen are protected by armour and wield a composite bow and an axe.
{Armenians_of_Celicia}	Armenians of Cilicia
{Armored_Clergy_descr_short}	Heavily armoured Bishop and cavalry retinue. Encased in plate armour and wielding foe-crushing maces
{Armored_Clergy_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nScandinavian Bishops are not your average men of the cloth. These clerics when roused to righteous anger would ritually place upon their altar their cassock and mitre and gird themselves with the accouterments of war. Leading a retinue to rival a king, these clerics are outlawed in Sweden but still deliver holy chastisement to the foes of Denmark
{Armored_Clergy}	Norse War Cleric Cavalry
{Armored_Sergeants_descr_short}	Trained and hardened warriors protected by a large shield and mail. Armed with spears and able to form a defensive ring of spears.
{Armored_Sergeants_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nSpearmen Sergeants are professional warriors, drawn from the lower classes. They have some skill in combat and are well equipped with long spears, large shields and mail armour. They're very solid defensive units, able to resist attacks from both foot and horse, so long as they are well supported. If necessary they can form a defensive circle.
{Armored_Sergeants}	Spearmen Sergeants
{Armored_Swordsmen_descr_short}	Footmen of the knightly class able to afford excellent armour and swords, they can punish most other infantry.
{Armored_Swordsmen_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nHeavy Swordsmen represent those of the knightly class with a desire to fight on foot, or too poor to afford a horse. Able to afford excellent armour and swords, they can punish most other infantry. These units along with archers form the backbone of many English armies.
{Armored_Swordsmen}	Heavy Swordsmen
{Arquebusiers_descr_short}	Fired at close range, this noisy, smoky and lethal weapon causes morale damage as well as physical hurt.
{Arquebusiers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nFired at close range and quite accurate, with only a little chance of exploding and killing the person firing it. This early type of firearm is capable of firing deadly volleys that can pierce most armour. This noisy, smoky and lethal weapon is so intimidating it can cause its targets to run in fear.
{Arquebusiers}	Arquebusiers
{Arrow_Warriors_descr_short}	Specialised ranged Aztec warriors who wielded javelin-sized arrows which they also used in melee.
{Arrow_Warriors_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nArrow warriors are the specialised missile troops of the warrior cults in Aztec armies. Armed with a giant arrow used much in the same way as a javelin, these warriors always save their last one for use as a melee weapon.
{Arrow_Warriors}	Arrow Warriors
{AS_Ballista_descr_short}	Resembling a giant crossbow, this powerful weapon can fling a javelin to a great range, skewering men with ease.
{AS_Ballista_descr}	These artillery pieces resemble giant crossbows, on a simple wheeled carriage. They can hurl javelins with great accuracy, and the power of these machines means that their bolts can pierce any armour. 
{AS_Ballista}	Ballista
{AS_Bombard_descr_short}	Primitive siege-gun forged of bronze or iron, can shoot solid stone or flaming shot. Inaccurate versus units.
{AS_Bombard_descr}	The first primitive gunpowder siege artillery, bombards were created in China and Western Europe in the early 14th century and spread to the rest of the world by the late 14th century. They are forged from bronze or iron, and designed to fire stone balls that crumble enemy defences. They also shoot inaccurate flaming balls wrapped in pitch-soaked rags, that can incinerate enemy troops!
{AS_Bombard}	Bombard
{AS_Cannon_descr_short}	The typical 'cannon' is powerful and good against both units and defences. Capable of firing solid and explosive shots.
{AS_Cannon_descr}	The archetypical cannon was used all across the world by the mid to late 15th century. Mounted on a large wheeled chassis and featuring a longer improved barrel, the cannon is far superior to the bombards that preceded it. Able to demolish enemy walls from a greater range and able to fire troop-killing explosive shells, the cannon is rightly feared.
{AS_Cannon}	Cannon
{AS_Catapult_descr_short}	Older style rock-flinging wooden artillery piece. Can throw flaming and normal shots.
{AS_Catapult_descr}	Constructed of wood and capable of flinging stones large enough to crush a man's head, the catapult was a common site on the ancient Roman battlefield. Now in the medieval era, the catapult is being replaced by newer and more powerful weapons.
{AS_Catapult}	Catapult
{AS_Grand_Bombard_descr_short}	The Grand Bombard has increased range, damage and accuracy compared to the bombard.
{AS_Grand_Bombard_descr}	The Grand Bombard was created as an improvement to the bombard in the early 15th century. Made to be harder-hitting and with longer range than its predecessor, this iron-forged piece of siege artillery is able to inflict punishing damage on enemy defences. Like its predecessor, it too can deliver flaming chastisement to enemy troops.
{AS_Grand_Bombard}	Grand Bombard
{AS_Monster_Bombard_descr_short}	Massive Siege-Gun. Can destroy nearly any wall in one shot. Has very long range but slow reload time.
{AS_Monster_Bombard_descr}	The Gun to end all Guns. The Monster Bombard is made for one purpose only, the utter destruction of enemy defences. This massive Bombard fires a stone ball weighing well over half a ton, obliterating any but the most massive walls in one shot. Unfortunately the down side of all this firepower is that it takes an eternity to reload.
{AS_Monster_Bombard}	Monster Bombard
{AS_Rocket_Launcher_descr_short}	Rocket Launcher capable of delivering a great, if inaccurate salvo, over a large area.
{AS_Rocket_Launcher_descr}	The Mongolian rocket launcher resembles a wooden, fire-spitting demon-wagon. Inspired by the rockets fired at them during the invasion of China, the Mongols have fiendishly mounted 36 of them on one frame. Although very inaccurate the rockets are fired in a great barrage, capable of hitting multiple units simultaneously.
{AS_Rocket_Launcher}	Rocket Launcher
{AS_Trebuchet_descr_short}	Giant rock flinging artillery piece. Capable of flaming and normal shot. Also able to fling diseased cows!
{AS_Trebuchet_descr}	The counter-weight Trebuchet is an evolution of the man-powered mangonel and catapults dating back before the 11th century. It has quickly spread throughout the world as an effective siege engine capable of lobbing large wall- crushing boulders. The Trebuchet is also able to fling such things as burning missiles and rotten animal remains to devastate enemy units.
{AS_Trebuchet}	Trebuchet
{Aventurier_descr_short}	Well skilled troops armed with a crossbow and sword and armoured in plate.
{Aventurier_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nCThese men are highly skilled in the use of many arms including the crossbow and sword. Primarily utilised as missile troops using their crossbows, they are so well armoured with plate and skilled with a sword that they can also be used as shock troops when called upon.
{Aventurier}	Arbalesters
{Aventuros_descr_short}	Impetuous and hot blooded gentry, armed with pikes and excellent armour, this elite unit is one of the best pike units available.
{Aventuros_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nAventuros are impetuous and adventurous gentry, eager to see the world and fight. Able to afford good equipment, these elite troops are armed with pikes and good mail or plate armour. Despite being well trained these hot blooded nobles can act recklessly in battle, eager to out do other units and each other.
{Aventuros}	Aventuros
{Axemen_descr_short}	Drawn from the Wealthier elements of the lower class these men are equipped in mail armor and carry large axes.
{Axemen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThese warriors drawn from wealthier households of merchants, artisans, and smiths. They are able to afford the vastly improved protection of light mailed armor and choose to fight with a heavy two handed axe. They make good offensive infantry but should not be relied on to hold a line.
{Axemen}	Axemen
{Azabs_descr_short}	Poorly armed light warriors expected to guard bridges and roads and support the heavier troops.
{Azabs_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Rural Levy (lacks formal military training, poor discipline and morale).\n\nIn times of war, each village and town is expected to produce, fully equip and support a number of conscripts, Azabs, meaning bachelors. These poorly armed light warriors are expected to guard bridges and roads and support the heavier troops.
{Azabs}	Azabs
{Aztec_Archers_descr_short}	Aztec archers are equipped with a basic bow, light armour and a club.
{Aztec_Archers_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nAztec archers are equipped with a bow and padded armour and can be drawn from any part of Aztec society, although most come from the peasant class, as most Aztecs are trained in the way of the bow from a young age to help in hunting. For melee combat they are armed with a macana club.
{Aztec_Archers}	Aztec Archers
{Aztec_Bodyguard_descr_short}	The retinue of an Aztec General. Armed with a chimalli shield, a maquahuitl club and wearing ichcahuipilli padded armour.
{Aztec_Bodyguard_descr}	The Bodyguard of Aztec commanders. These warriors are the Aztec elite, chosen from the ranks of the Cuahchiqueh for their bravery, strength and ferocity. They acunit an Aztec General on campaign and into battle, armed with a chimalli shield, a maquahuitl club, and wearing ichcahuipilli padded armour. These units fight with a barely restrained madness and ferocity.
{Aztec_Bodyguard}	Bodyguard
{Aztec_Peasants_descr_short}	Aztec peasants are armed with a simple club.
{Aztec_Peasants_descr}	Quality: Peasant.\nType: Rural Levy (lacks formal military training, poor discipline and morale).\n\nThe bottom tier of Aztec society are called on to fight when numbers are needed. Peasants are used to fill gaps in armies where more important units are not needed. Peasants are armed only with a simple macana club.
{Aztec_Peasants}	Peasants
{Aztec_Spear_Throwers_descr_short}	Aztec spear throwing unit. Armed with throwing spears and a macana club. Protected with a small shield.
{Aztec_Spear_Throwers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nAztec spear throwers are a natural battlefield evolution of the Aztec hunting tradition, except now they are hunting men. Armed with a short throwing spear and macana club, they are armoured with light cloth armour and a small shield.
{Aztec_Spear_Throwers}	Aztec Spear Throwers
{Aztec_Spearmen_descr_short}	Aztec spearmen armed with a spear, light armour and shield.
{Aztec_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nAztec spearmen are Aztec warriors who have yet to capture an enemy. Armed with the Tepuztopilli, which is a spear tipped with shards of obsidian, and only lightly armoured with a small shield. The Aztec spearmen must rely on bravery and cunning to progress up the ranks.
{Aztec_Spearmen}	Aztec Spearmen
{Aztec_Warriors_descr_short}	Aztec warrior armoured with padded armour, a chimalli shield and armed with a maquahuitl club.
{Aztec_Warriors_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThe Aztec warrior is a mainstay of Aztec armies. Armoured with padded cotton armour, a chimalli shield and armed with a maquahuitl club, the Aztec warrior is a mobile and brave soldier able to hit lightly armed enemies savagely. The more successful these warriors become, the more outlandish their uniforms are.
{Aztec_Warriors}	Aztec Warriors
{baghlah_descr_short}	Arabic long distance sailing ship, with mounted swivel guns, useful for transporting troops and supplies.
{baghlah_descr}	First used in the 13th century, this vessel of Arabic origin, is used mainly as an ocean going cargo vessel. It can weigh up to 400 tonnes and enterprising captains can mount swivel cannons on her hull to ward off pirates. It can cross great distances, making it useful for ferrying troops and supplies to far away locations.
{baghlah}	Baghlah
{Balkan_Archers_descr_short}	Poorly trained and equipped archer mercenaries.
{Balkan_Archers_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nBalkan archers are peasants who have escaped their terrible lives to take up arms as mercenaries in the service of whomever is willing to pay. Whist being poorly skilled, armed and armoured, these wretches make up for it by being cheap. 
{Balkan_Archers}	Balkan Archers
{Baltic_Archers_descr_short}	Wielding composite bows similar to that of their Eastern neighbours, Baltic Archers are capable troops.
{Baltic_Archers_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nComprised of hunters from throughout the Baltic region, these men seek to earn a living serving in local militias and armies. Wielding composite bows similar to that of their Eastern neighbours, Baltic Archers are certainly capable of making a valuable contribution to the outcome of any battle they fight in.
{Baltic_Archers}	Baltic Archers
{Banderium_Knights_descr_short}	Elite cavalry influenced by western techniques, this heavy cavalry is a force to be reckoned with.
{Banderium_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThese nobles are trained since childhood in the art of war. They have abandoned traditional ways, and adopted the latest western techniques and equipment. Equipped with good plate armour, and armed with lance and sword, these elite warriors are a force to be reckoned with, despite their tendency to act impetuously in battle. 
{Banderium_Knights}	Banderium Knights
{Basque_Archers_descr_short}	Protected by light armour, these archers can take the role of light infantry as well.
{Basque_Archers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThe Basque country is situated on both sides of the Pyrenees. It is known as the home of notoriously tough and unruly people. The Basque were primarily mercenaries fighting for the highest bidder and were never truly conquered. As archers they are moderately skilled, but what they lack in accuracy they can certainly make up with brawn as they can take the role of light infantry as well.
{Basque_Archers}	Basque Archers
{Battlefield_Assassins_descr_short}	Tracing their history to an obscure order of knights, these battlefield assassins are masters of stealth and death.
{Battlefield_Assassins_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nTracing their history to an obscure order of knights created to kill a Turkish Sultan, these battlefield assassins are masters of concealment. They have trained so thoroughly that they can blend into nearly any environment when stationary. This comes at a cost though, unable to wear heavy armour these men are the masters of the hit and fade.
{Battlefield_Assassins}	Battlefield Assassins
{Bedouin_Camel_Riders_descr_short}	Hardy but lightly equipped desert skirmishers. They're also useful against light cavalry, as horses detest the smell of camels.
{Bedouin_Camel_Riders_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nA nomadic desert people, Bedouin are hardy but unruly troops. Lightly equipped but well suited to desert fighting, these warriors annoy enemies with their arrows, while letting the heat of the desert sap the strength of those that pursue them. Although best kept out of close combat, these warriors can be useful against lighter cavalry units, as horses dislike the smell and appearance of camels. 
{Bedouin_Camel_Riders}	Bedouin Camel Riders
{Bedouin_Cavalry_descr_short}	Lightly equipped skirmishing desert dwellers well suited to desert fighting, but not suitable for prolonged melees.
{Bedouin_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nA nomadic desert people, Bedouin are hardy but unruly troops. Lightly equipped and well suited to desert fighting, they are useful for harassing archers and annoying enemy flanks. Although good for skirmishing, these warriors are not suited to prolonged melees.
{Bedouin_Cavalry}	Bedouin Cavalry
{Berber_Spearmen_descr_short}	Armed with spears these troops can give attackers a nasty surprise, although they are susceptible to prolonged melee attacks. 
{Berber_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nHailing from North Africa, many Berbers are now settled in the lands of Moorish Spain. These spearmen are armed with long spears and shields but little armour. Able to form into a circular defensive formation, these troops can give attackers a nasty surprise, although they are susceptible to prolonged melee attacks. 
{Berber_Spearmen}	Berber Spearmen
{Berdiche_Axemen_descr_short}	Two-handed axemen used as shock troops. Can be armoured from mail to brigandine.
{Berdiche_Axemen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nWielding the mighty 'berdiche' these axemen strike fear into the hearts of their enemies, just before striking into the hearts of their enemies! Berdiche Axemen receive plenty of training to wield their fearsome two-handed axes and are armoured appropriately with armour from mail up to heavy brigandine. Many Rus' Generals use these men as shock troops softening up enemy formations.
{Berdiche_Axemen}	Berdiche Axemen
{Berdiche_Militia_descr_short}	Cheap but effective two-handed axemen used as shock troops.
{Berdiche_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nWielding the mighty 'berdiche' these militia strike fear into the hearts of their enemies, just before striking into the hearts of their enemies! Many Russian Generals use these men as cheap shock troops softening up enemy formations.
{Berdiche_Militia}	Berdiche Militia
{Bill_Militia_descr_short}	Militia unit armed with a bill-hook and little armour.
{Bill_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nBill Militia are commoners handed a billhook and if lucky some armour, then formed into a unit to defend a settlement. Not afforded the training of regular troops, these militia are neither particularly skilled or brave fighters, but their weapon is versatile and lethal.
{Bill_Militia}	Bill Militia
{Billmen_descr_short}	A trained billmen can stab, hack and drag down his enemies, including both infantry and cavalry.
{Billmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe billhook was originally developed from a farming tool, and consists of an axe and hook on the end of a long pole. A trained billmen can use it to stab, hack and drag down his enemies, including both infantrymen and cavalry. It is excellent as both a defensive and offensive weapon.
{Billmen}	Billmen
{Black_Band_Arquebusiers_descr_short}	Fired at close range by this unit of elite mercenaries, this noisy, Smokey and lethal weapon causes morale damage as well as physical hurt.
{Black_Band_Arquebusiers_descr}	Quality: Exceptional (Combination).\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThe Black Bands (Italian: Bande Nere), sometimes referred to as the Black Bands of Giovanni, was a unit of Italian mercenaries formed and commanded by Giovanni de' Medici during the Italian Wars; their name came from their black mourning colors for the death of Pope Leo X. Composed primarily of arquebusiers the unit was, by the Italian War of 1521, considered to be the finest Italian troops available.
{Black_Band_Arquebusiers}	Black Band Arquebusiers
{Bohemond_of_Taranto_descr_short}	Bohemond of Taranto and his bodyguard.
{Bohemond_of_Taranto_descr}	Bohemond of Taranto and his bodyguard.
{Bohemond_of_Taranto}	Bohemond of Taranto
{Border_Horse_descr_short}	Equipped with light mail and spear, this unit is handy for out flanking your opponent and chasing down archers.
{Border_Horse_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThis light cavalry unit is accustomed to raiding and skirmishing and can quickly be overcome in a prolonged melee with the wrong enemy. Equipped with light mail and spear, this unit is handy for out flanking your opponent and chasing down archers.
{Border_Horse}	Border Horse
{Bosnian_Archers_descr_short}	Bosnian archers are lightly armoured, well trained archers with the added protection of a winged shield
{Bosnian_Archers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nDue to the fractious nature of the region, Bosnian archers get a lot of practice and are highly skilled. Like most missile troops they are lightly armoured, except that they carry a large wing type shield 
{Bosnian_Archers}	Bosnian Archers
{Boyar_Sons_descr_short}	These young adventurers wear light mail or light brigandine armour and carry a javelin and an axe .
{Boyar_Sons_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nEager to prove themselves and find adventure, these sons of Russia's aristocracy, often second sons or the sons of poor Boyars, flock to battles. Able to afford good equipment, these young adventurers wear light mail or light brigandine armour and have a javelin to hurl at their foes, as well as an axe for hand to hand combat. They are happy to fight both mounted and on foot.
{Boyar_Sons}	Boyar Sons
{Broken_Lances_descr_short}	Broken lances are well trained and experienced professional troops, protected by plate armour, armed with lances and swords.
{Broken_Lances_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nIn medieval Italy, a lance meant a man at arms supported by some lighter troops. The term broken lance, or "lanze spezzate" refers to men at arms who have been separated from their supporting troops, and hired separately. They are well disciplined professional troops who fight as heavy cavalry with unbroken lances, and are well protected by the finest Italian plate armour.
{Broken_Lances}	Broken Lance Cavalry
{Bulgarian_Brigands_descr_short}	Brigands armed with a composite bow, sword, padded armour and shield.
{Bulgarian_Brigands_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThese Brigands use their dishonourably honed skills to waylay, or worse, murder passing victims. When a band gets big enough it will often hire its services to whomever is willing to pay. Although excellent archers, collecting booty requires closing with their victims and being prepared for a close encounter of the violent kind. Equipped with a composite bow, sword, padded armour and a shield.
{Bulgarian_Brigands_Mercs_descr_short}	Brigands armed with a composite bow, sword, padded armour and shield.
{Bulgarian_Brigands_Mercs_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThese Brigands use their dishonourably honed skills to waylay, or worse, murder passing victims. When a band gets big enough it will often hire its services to whomever is willing to pay. Although excellent archers, collecting booty requires closing with their victims and being prepared for a close encounter of the violent kind. Equipped with a composite bow, sword, padded armour and a shield.
{Bulgarian_Brigands_Mercs}	Bulgarian Brigands
{Bulgarian_Brigands}	Bulgarian Brigands
{Burgher_Pikemen_descr_short}	Confident in their use of the pike, these men wear light armour.
{Burgher_Pikemen_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nComprised of middle and upper class Dutch citizens, Burgher Pikemen are amongst the better trained militias of Northern Europe. Afforded the protection of padded or light mail armour, these men are confident in their use of the pike, and when required, their short swords in close combat.
{Burgher_Pikemen}	Burgher Pikemen
{Byzantine_Cavalry_descr_short}	Versatile lightly armoured medium cavalry, equally able shooting their bows, or fighting with their swords.
{Byzantine_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nMade up of troops with small land grants, 'pronoiai,' these cavalrymen, or 'cavalarri' are a type of reservist who are called up in times of need. Although armed with bows, they are not as mobile as the Turkish cavalry they often face. However, they are better armoured and much more capable in close combat, making them very versatile. They wear padded or mail armour and are equipped with a composite bow and sword.
{Byzantine_Cavalry}	Roman Cavalry
{Byzantine_Guard_Archers_descr_short}	Greek Guard Archers are well trained missile troops equipped with composite bow, sword, mail and a shield.
{Byzantine_Guard_Archers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nGreek guard troops are financed by the Emperor himself and unlike many Roman units consist purely of Greek troops. Skilled in the use of the composite bow, these troops issue a challenge to all enemies of Constantinople at range. Also equipped with a sword and wearing mail, the Guard Archers can withstand more combat than many other missile units.
{Byzantine_Guard_Archers}	Greek Guard Archers
{Byzantine_Infantry_descr_short}	Skoutatoi are equipped with a sword, shield and mail armour.
{Byzantine_Infantry_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nMade up of troops recruited with small 'pronoiai,' land grants, these Infantry "made up of peoples from all lands," fight for the Roman Empire more for profit than any sense of loyalty. These troops are equipped with a sword and large shield and wear mail armour for protection. The word 'Skoutatoi' comes from the Shields these men carry, the 'Skouton.'
{Byzantine_Infantry}	Skoutatoi
{Byzantine_Lancers_descr_short}	Well trained and disciplined troops used throughout the Roman Empire, these Lancers are well armoured and equipped.
{Byzantine_Lancers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nWell trained and well disciplined, Cavalry Lancers or 'Cavalarri Loricati' are well armoured and equipped with a lance and a sword. Common throughout the Roman Empire, their training and discipline makes them very useful on the battlefield.
{Byzantine_Lancers}	Cavalry Lancers
{Byzantine_Spearmen_descr_short}	A step up from spearmen militia, these troops are equipped with spear and shield, capable of forming a defensive ring.
{Byzantine_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nKontarioi are a step up from spear militias, better trained and equipped, these troops are able to form a defensive ring. These are longer serving troops, used to defending settlements and bolstering armies. Equipped with a spear and shield these troops are a little more robust than local militias formed by peasants.
{Byzantine_Spearmen}	Kontarioi
{Calivermen_descr_short}	These troops are lightly armoured and carry the caliver firearm, a lighter variant of the arquebus.
{Calivermen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe heavy arquebus was not designed with mobility in mind, let alone for use in the Irish foothills. The lighter caliver is therefore a more fitting choice for these men who prefer the complexities of the matchlock firing mechanism over the physical conditioning required to make effective archer.
{Calivermen_Mercs_descr_short}	These troops are lightly armoured and carry the caliver firearm, a lighter variant of the arquebus.
{Calivermen_Mercs_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThese mercenaries prefer the complexities of the matchlock firing mechanism over the physical conditioning required to make effective archer.
{Calivermen_Mercs}	Irish Calivermen
{Calivermen}	Calivermen
{Camel_Gunners_descr_short}	Mounted on a camel this unit fires a powerful musket called a "jezail'.
{Camel_Gunners_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThese gunners use a type of heavy matchlock musket, which fires a powerful shot. Combine this firepower with a camel and the end result is a powerful and very mobile missile unit that is ideal for desert warfare. As an added bonus the camels scare horses.
{Camel_Gunners}	Camel Gunners
{Canons_of_the_Holy_Sepulcher_descr_short}	Elite heavy infantry originally created to guard the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. These units a well armoured and equipped with a sword. UNIQUE unit. 
{Canons_of_the_Holy_Sepulcher_descr}	Quality: Exceptional (Fanatic).\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\n"Deliverance" of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre was one of the key objectives of the First Crusade. Begun by Godfrey of Bouillon, primary leader of the First Crusade, the Canons were formed to "protect" this most holy of places. In time the Canons became associated with the Order of St. John, and while retaining their name, these elite troops are no longer locationally tied to the actual Church. UNIQUE unit.
{Canons_of_the_Holy_Sepulcher}	Canons of the Holy Sepulcher
{caravel_descr_short}	A small, highly maneuverable, three-masted ship used by Spain and Portugal for long voyages of exploration. 
{caravel_descr}	A small, highly maneuverable, three-masted ship used by Spain and Portugal for long voyages of exploration. Lightly armed compared to other ships of the 15th century, but capable of undertaking and surviving long voyages in the open sea, making it possible to discover far off places.
{caravel}	Caravel
{carrack_descr_short}	A large capital ship armed with broadside firing cannons. Capable of travelling across the ocean.
{carrack_descr}	The first fully ocean going ship in Europe, the Carrack is a four-masted vessel developed in the Mediterranean during the 15th century, and later used throughout Europe. Stable in heavy seas, and roomy enough to carry provisions for long voyages, these sturdy ships are well armed, sporting broadside firing cannon arrays, as well as large compliments of on-board marines.
{carrack}	Carrack
{Carroccio_Standard_M_descr_short}	Wagon bearing Milan's standard to inspire the army, pushed by elite troops armed with spears and light armour.
{Carroccio_Standard_M_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nThe Carroccio is a wagon bearing the city's standard. It acts as an inspirational focal point for the entire army, driving the men to new heights of bravery. It is guarded by an elite unit, who protect it with their lives. 
{Carroccio_Standard_M}	Carroccio Standard
{Carroccio_Standard_V_descr_short}	Wagon bearing Venice's standard to inspire the army, pushed by hardened troops armed with crossbows, swords and light armour.
{Carroccio_Standard_V_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nThe Carroccio is a wagon bearing the city's standard. It acts as an inspirational focal point for the entire army, driving the men to new heights of bravery. It is guarded by an elite unit, who protect it with their lives. 
{Carroccio_Standard_V}	Carroccio Standard
{Catalans_descr_short}	Elite mercenaries, originally from Aragon, armed with javelins and light armour.
{Catalans_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThese warriors from the north east of Spain have a fearsome reputation, and are sought after as mercenaries throughout the Mediterranean. Their fiercely flung javelins can pierce right through a mailed man, and despite their light equipment, these men are not shy about getting stuck in with their spears, when their missiles are exhausted.
{Catalans}	Catalans
{CE_Wagon_Fort_descr_short}	Wagons that can be formed into a circular barricade, behind from which the troops armed with crossbows can fire.
{CE_Wagon_Fort_descr}	These wagons have been reinforced where possible and are accompanied by hardened well trained troops, armed with crossbows and wearing light armour. Used defensively, these wagons are formed into a circle creating an effective barricade from which troops can fire upon the enemy in relative safety.
{CE_Wagon_Fort}	Wagon Fort
{Ceitherne_descr_short}	Irish infantry recruited from the local towns, lightly armoured and wielding an axe and shield.
{Ceitherne_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nCeitherne, meaning "war-band", make up the bulk of the infantry in Irish armies. Readily recruited from towns and villages, these Gaelic soliders work well when deployed in tandem with the heavier Galloglaigh. Their preferred equipment is most often whatever they can lay their hands on, typically an axe and shield, and for a fortunate few, padded armour.
{Ceitherne_Mercs_descr_short}	Irish infantry recruited from the local towns, lightly armoured and wielding an axe and shield.
{Ceitherne_Mercs_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nCeitherne, meaning "warband", make up the bulk of the infantry in Irish armies. Readily recruited from towns and villages, these Gaelic soliders work well when deployed in tandem with the heavier Galloglaigh. Their preferred equipment is most often whatever they can lay their hands on, typically an axe and shield, and for a fortunate few, padded armour.
{Ceitherne_Mercs}	Ceitherne
{Ceitherne}	Ceitherne
{Chivalric_Knights_descr_short}	Elite warriors clad in steel plate armour, these men pack a ferocious charge, while being hard to kill.
{Chivalric_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nTrue knights in shining armour, in principle at least, these men espouse the noble ideals of chivalry and honour. In reality they are brutally effective warriors who practice their skills daily in tournaments and mock fights. On the battlefield, their steel plate protection makes them hard to kill, while their heavy horses and long lances mean that only the most firmly planted wall of spears can resist them.
{Chivalric_Knights}	Chivalric Knights
{French_Chivalric_Knights_descr_short}	Exceptional warriors clad in steel plate armour, these men pack a ferocious charge, while being hard to kill.
{French_Chivalric_Knights_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nTrue knights in shining armour, in principle at least, these men espouse the noble ideals of chivalry and honour. In reality they are brutally effective warriors who practice their skills daily in tournaments and mock fights. On the battlefield, their steel plate protection makes them hard to kill, while their heavy horses and long lances mean that only the most firmly planted wall of spears can resist them.
{French_Chivalric_Knights}	French Chivalric Knights
{Christ_Knights_descr_short}	Knights who wield a mace and wear chain-mail armour.
{Christ_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nAfter suffering defeat and near annihilation at the hands of Pagan forces, those few members of the Livonian Order who survived the Battle of Saule now fight alongside the Teutonic Order. Riding into combat, wielding a mace and wearing chain-mail armour, these knights are fueled by the desire to avenge their fallen brethren who lost their lives to remorseless Pagans.
{Christ_Knights}	Christ Knights
{Christian_Guard_descr_short}	Christians fighting for the Moors, these elite troops resemble the western knights of the time. 
{Christian_Guard_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nBeing overthrown by their own palace guard is a risk faced by many rulers, and one way to prevent this is to hire guards from outside of their own cultures, who cannot hope to wield power themselves. Thus the Sultans of the Moors hire Christian Knights to protect them. Their prowess in battle is an added bonus.
{Christian_Guard}	Christian Guard Cavalry
{Clergymen_descr_short}	Carrying only a cross in their hands, these brethren inspire those around them to fight with pious fervour.
{Clergymen_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nWhile the majority of the Teutonic Order's priests prefer to work as missionaries or care for the sick, there are those who would rather aid their brother knights on the battlefield. Carrying only a cross in their hands, these brethren inspire those around them to fight with pious fervour.
{Clergymen}	Clergymen
{Cliathairi_descr_short}	Well trained professional troops, skilled in the use of the long spear.
{Cliathairi_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThese professional troops are often employed by landholders as an affordable defense against brigands. When called upon by chieftains or kings during times of war, these troops are one of the few units in the Irish army trained in the effective use of the long spear.
{Cliathairi}	Cliathairi
{cog_descr_short}	A small trading vessel armed with a basic armament of troops and archers.
{cog_descr}	The Cog is a small 11th century vessel with an attached keel, rudder and a single square sail, initially used by Europeans for trading in the rougher coastal Atlantic waters. Cogs have a basic armament of troops and archers stationed aboard, as well as the ship's crew who can help out if boarded.
{cog}	Cog
{Condottieri_descr_short}	Armed with a lance and plate armour these trained and experienced mercenaries are well known for their capricious ways.
{Condottieri_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nEnriched by trade, but with only a few small armies, Italian city states have resorted to hiring units of mercenaries known as Condottieri. Very well equipped with a lance and plate armour, these trained and experienced troops are known for their capricious behaviour, such as avoiding combat, and swapping sides for better pay before or even during battle!
{Condottieri}	Condottieri
{Conquistadores_descr_short}	Well trained and armed with lance and sword, they make superb heavy cavalry capable of devastating attacks. 
{Conquistadores_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThese men are the hardy pioneers that set out to conquer America. Although driven primarily by greed, they have exhibited exceptional bravery, cunning and resilience. With their horses, steel half plate armour, lances, and razor sharp steel swords, these men are absolutely devastating against the indigenous warriors of Mexico. They can only be recruited in America.
{Conquistadores}	Conquistadore Cavalry
{Constable_of_Jerusalem_descr_short}	Elite Heavy cavalry protected by heavy armour, equipped with lance and a mace for when things get up close and personal. UNIQUE unit.
{Constable_of_Jerusalem_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in Jerusalem, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThe Constable of Jerusalem is responsible for justice, payment and the command of mercenaries in battle, both the King's and those of Feudal Lords. In battle the Constable and his double strength, (he had first choice of men after the King), unit of elite knights rode in the vanguard of the army. This is one of the most formidable units in all Outremer. UNIQUE unit.
{Constable_of_Jerusalem}	Constable of Jerusalem
{Cossack_Cavalry_descr_short}	Fierce and hardy, although lacking in armour, Cossacks are equipped with a sword and composite bow which they use from horseback.
{Cossack_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nRussian Cossacks spend much of their time on horseback, and as such are accustomed to the tasks of guarding and protecting towns, roads, forts and settlements. Renown for their bravery and hardiness, Cossacks are equipped with a sword and composite bow which they use from horseback.
{Cossack_Cavalry}	Cossack Cavalry
{Cossack_Gunners_descr_short}	Mounted on a fast horse, Cossack Gunners are highly trained gunners in light armour.
{Cossack_Gunners_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nWith the new threat and influence of the Mongols, gunpowder was introduced to the Rus'. Though gunpowder has not caught on strong with the Slavic people, these men have embraced its devastating potential despite the cost. Cossack Gunners are experienced in the art of horsemanship and firearms. Those who underestimate the cossacks will quickly face harsh realizations.
{Cossack_Gunners}	Cossack Gunners
{Cossack_Musketeers_descr_short}	Cossack Musketeers are highly trained gunners in light armour.
{Cossack_Musketeers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nCossack Musketeers have inherited the proud military traditions of their cavalry brethren. Trained from a young age in the skills of war, these troops are superbly trained gunners wielding a powerful musket. Used to provide support for advancing cavalry or to defend a position, these troops reap a heavy toll which any Russian General can be proud of.
{Cossack_Musketeers}	Cossack Musketeers
{Coyote_Priests_descr_short}	Members of the priesthood who engage in combat. Wearing a coyote suit and armed with a maquahuitl club.
{Coyote_Priests_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nMembers of the priesthood engaged in combat along with regular troops. Once they had managed to capture 6 enemies alive, they were given a traditional coyote uniform to wear which frightened the opposition. These men were not just priests but were hardened warriors capable of cutting a mans heart out over an altar, and dealing death on the battlefield. 
{Coyote_Priests}	Coyote Priests
{Croat_Axemen_descr_short}	Hardy warriors armed with deadly two-handed axes and protected by light armour. Accustomed to fighting in their rugged native terrain.
{Croat_Axemen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nCroatian light infantry are well renown for their fierce axemen. These hardy warriors are armed with deadly two-handed axes and protected by light armour, accustomed to fighting in their rugged native terrain, and will do a good job at smashing into archers and poor quality troops.
{Croat_Axemen}	Croat Axemen
{Crossbow_Militia_descr_short}	Crossbow Militia are peasant crossbowmen called up to defend settlements. Very poorly armoured.
{Crossbow_Militia_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nCrossbow militia are inexpensive units formed to protect settlements. Being able to train townsfolk quickly in the use of the crossbow allows these units to be garrisoned frequently and the stopping power of the crossbow can make their withering fire lethal. Poorly armoured, it is just as well crossbow militia are expected to hide behind defensive walls.
{Crossbow_Militia}	Crossbow Militia
{Crossbowmen_descr_short}	Slow to reload, but a potent and easy to use missile weapon firing powerful bolts.
{Crossbowmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThe crossbow is a potent weapon ready to be used with minimal training unlike other archery weapons. It is slow to reload and lacks the distance of drawn bows but makes up for it in power. Despite the Church's dislike of crossbows being used by Christians against Christians, they are used throughout Europe by peasants and nobles alike.
{Crossbowmen}	Crossbowmen
{Crusader_Knights_descr_short}	These experienced knights in heavy mail seek forgiveness of their sins by going on crusade.
{Crusader_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nIt is inevitable in a soldier's life that a few sins are committed. These men are keen to seek forgiveness for theirs by partaking in a holy crusade, and to wield their swords in the Lord's name. Their heavy mail, and lances enable them to do "the Lord's" work most effectively. This unit can only be hired by a General on crusade and cannot be trusted to fight other Catholics.
{Crusader_Knights}	Crusader Knights
{Crusader_Sergeants_descr_short}	Professional hardened warriors, protected by good armour, armed with spears and eager to go on Crusade.
{Crusader_Sergeants_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nIn a soldier's life, it is inevitable that many sins are committed, which can weigh heavily on the conscience. The rank and file, as well as the nobility, can earn redemption for their sins by joining a crusade, and these men are eager for the opportunity. Give them a chance, and they will defend your army from God's foes. Wearing mail, and wielding a long spear, these are excellent defensive infantry.
{Crusader_Sergeants}	Crusader Sergeants
{Cuahchiqueh_descr_short}	Extravagantly dressed elite shock troops. Their well known prowess causes fear to their enemies.
{Cuahchiqueh_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nLife long warriors who have refused promotion to a command position so as to continue fighting. These men are considered the military elite and are great shock troops. They are equipped like most troops, in padded ichcahuipilli armour, chimalli shields and wield the maquahuitl club. They are also far more extravagantly dressed than common warriors. Since their prowess is well known, they cause great fear amongst any who must face them.
{Cuahchiqueh}	Cuahchiqueh
{Cuman_Horse_Archers_descr_short}	Asiatic Nomads, who fight as mercenary horse archers, wearing little armour and armed with a composite bow.
{Cuman_Horse_Archers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThe Cumans are a nomadic Turkish people occupying the area north of the Black sea, who are often employed as mercenaries. Accustomed to a life in the saddle, they are excellent light horse archers equipped with powerful composite bows. They prefer to avoid hand to hand combat though.
{Cuman_Horse_Archers}	Cuman Horse Archers
{Deisi_Javelinmen_descr_short}	Tough native tribesmen skilled in the use of the javelin and shillelagh.
{Deisi_Javelinmen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThe Deisi are native tribesmen who have lived in Ireland for centuries. They are hardy and trained in the ways of war, having defended their lands from numerous viking invasions. Armed with a javelin and a shillelagh, the Deisi Javelinmen are just as effective at range as they are in close combat.
{Deisi_Javelinmen}	Deisi Javelinmen
{Demi_Lancers_descr_short}	Armed with a lance but with less armour these units are mobile and deadly.
{Demi_Lancers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nDemi Lancers are representative of the trend in the latter medieval period of reducing the amount of overall armour, while improving the remaining armour to protect vital areas. With less armour and little to no armour on the mount, Demi Lancers are more mobile and cheaper to equip than their fully armoured counter parts.
{Demi_Lancers}	Demi Lancers
{Desert_Archers_descr_short}	Hardy men from the desert, adept with the bow, but lacking the equipment for close combat.
{Desert_Archers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nHardy men from the desert used to the hardships of sun and sand. They are adept with the bow, but lack the equipment for close combat. A wise General will use this unit to pepper the enemy with arrows, but will keep them out of harm's way.
{Desert_Archers}	Desert Archers
{Desert_Cavalry_descr_short}	Fast skirmishers with javelins, best used to harass enemy flanks and fend off archers.
{Desert_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThe Desert Cavalry are a mixture of Moors and Arabs living in the arid and desert regions of North Africa and the Middle East. The heat of the desert makes armour unpopular with these men, but their loose-fitting robes give them protection both from the sun, and spent missiles or light blows. Armed with javelins these fast moving units are best against other light troops, or harassing enemy flanks where can stay out of harm's way. 
{Desert_Cavalry}	Desert Cavalry
{Desert_Raiders_descr_short}	Fearless and hardened light infantry equipped with only a scimitar, effective against other infantry and archers.
{Desert_Raiders_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nBedouin Infantry are light and fast warriors who have some skill in combat and are equipped with a mere scimitar. They are useful against both archers and other infantry. They act as supporting units for heavier and better units, but cannot be expected to endure for long on an open battlefield. 
{Desert_Raiders}	Bedouin Infantry
{dhow_descr_short}	A ship already in use for a thousand years. The Dhow is a trading vessel that can carry troops.
{dhow_descr}	In use for over a thousand years the Dhow is a traditional Arab sailing vessel with one or more triangular 'Lateen' sails. These ships are used for trading but can be upgraded to carry warriors armed with bow and scimitar for assaulting enemy ships.
{dhow}	Dhow
{Dievas_Guard_descr_short}	Powerful cavalry who ride into battle on strong steeds and wield brutal war forks.
{Dievas_Guard_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nSworn to defending the earthly sanctum's of the principal Pagan god Dievas, these mounted warriors show no mercy to those who seek to defile his temples or sanctuaries. Riding high on powerful steeds, any foe who ventures within their reach is sure to have chunks of flesh torn from his body by their brutal war forks.
{Dievas_Guard}	Dievas' Guard
{Dismounted_Arab_Cavalry_descr_short}	Arabs from the towns and cities throughout the Middle East.
{Dismounted_Arab_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nRecruited from the many Arabs settled across North Africa and the Middle East, usually fighting mounted, they will dismount for duties that demand it. Although used to a hot climate, they are not desert troops.
{Dismounted_Arab_Cavalry}	Arab Infantry
{Dismounted_Aragonese_Knights_descr_short}	Knights would often dismount and fight on foot when the situation demanded it. Dismounted they make excellent heavy infantry.
{Dismounted_Aragonese_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nAt times, knights were forced to fight on foot. Some could not afford a horse, others lost it in battle and a few actually preferred it so. Although lacking the charge of heavy horse and lance, these knights are still formidable in combat and form the backbone of any large army.
{Dismounted_Aragonese_Knights}	Foot Knights of Aragon
{Dismounted_Archers_descr_short}	These light mounted missile troops have dismounted, yet they are still formidable warriors.
{Dismounted_Archers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nDespite preferring to fight on horseback, these warriors have left their mounts behind to fight on foot. These light horse archers are lightly armoured and equipped with a hand weapon and their mighty recurve bow, able to pepper their enemies with arrows and stay clear of trouble.
{Dismounted_Archers}	Foot Archers
{Dismounted_Men_At_Arms_descr_short}	Dismounted, these men are effective and well protected infantry.
{Dismounted_Men_At_Arms_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThese men are brutally effective infantry whose steel plate protection makes them hard to kill.
{Dismounted_Men_At_Arms}	Foot Men At Arms
{Dismounted_Armored_Clergy_descr_short}	Heavily armoured Bishop and infantry retinue. Encased in plate armour and wielding foe-crushing maces
{Dismounted_Armored_Clergy_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nScandinavian Bishops are not your average men of the cloth. These clerics when roused to righteous anger would ritually place upon their altar their cassock and mitre and gird themselves with the accouterments of war. Leading a retinue to rival a king, these clerics are outlawed in Sweden but still deliver holy chastisement to the foes of Denmark
{Dismounted_Armored_Clergy}	Norse War Clerics
{Dismounted_Banderium_Knights_descr_short}	Elite heavy infantry influenced by western techniques, well armoured and well trained, but can act rashly.
{Dismounted_Banderium_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThese nobles are trained since childhood in the art of war. They have exchanged traditional ways for the latest western techniques and equipment. Equipped with good plate armour, and armed with a sword, these elite warriors are a force to be reckoned with, even when fighting dismounted.
{Dismounted_Banderium_Knights}	Dismounted Banderium Knights
{Dismounted_Boyar_Sons_descr_short}	These young adventurers wear light mail or light brigandine armour and carry an axe.
{Dismounted_Boyar_Sons_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nEager to prove themselves and find adventures, these sons of Russia's aristocracy, often second sons or the sons of poor Boyars, flock to battles. Able to afford good equipment, these young adventurers wear light mail or light brigandine armour and carry an axe for fighting dismounted.
{Dismounted_Boyar_Sons}	Boyar Sons
{Dismounted_Broken_Lances_descr_short}	Broken lances are well trained and experienced professional troops, protected by plate mail, armed with swords.
{Dismounted_Broken_Lances_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nIn medieval Italy, a lance meant a man at arms supported by some lighter troops. The term broken lance, or 'lanze spezzate' refers to men at arms who have been separated from their supporting troops, and hired separately. They are well disciplined professional troops who can fight on horseback, but often fight on foot. They are armoured with the finest Italian plate, and armed with a sword.
{Dismounted_Broken_Lances}	Broken Lances
{Dismounted_Byzantine_Lancers_descr_short}	Well trained and disciplined troops and used throughout the Roman Empire, these troops are well armoured and equipped.
{Dismounted_Byzantine_Lancers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nWell trained and disciplined troops and used throughout the Roman Empire, these troops are well armoured and equipped. They fight as armoured swordsmen, and make effective infantry. The word 'Skoutatoi' comes from the Shields these men carry, the 'Skouton.'
{Dismounted_Byzantine_Lancers}	Skoutatoi
{Dismounted_Chivalric_Knights_descr_short}	Benefiting from improvements in arms and armour these elite warriors are still formidable, even when they choose to fight on foot.
{Dismounted_Chivalric_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nTrue knights in shining armour, in principle at least, these men espouse the noble ideals of chivalry and honour. In reality they are brutally effective warriors who practice their skills daily in tournaments and mock fights. On the battlefield, their steel plate protection makes them hard to kill. Although most fight mounted, those that go on foot make powerful infantry.
{Dismounted_Chivalric_Knights}	Chivalric Foot Knights
{Dismounted_Christian_Guard_descr_short}	Christians fighting for the Moors, these elite troops resemble the western knights of the time. 
{Dismounted_Christian_Guard_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nBeing overthrown by their own palace guard is a risk faced by many rulers, and one way to prevent this is to hire guards from outside of their own cultures, who cannot hope to wield power themselves. Thus the Sultans of the Moors hire Christian Knights to protect them. Their prowess in battle is an added bonus.
{Dismounted_Christian_Guard}	Christian Guard
{Dismounted_Conquistadores_descr_short}	Well armoured and equipped with a sword, Conquistadors make superb heavy infantry capable of devastating attacks. 
{Dismounted_Conquistadores_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\npThese men are the hardy pioneers that set out to conquer America. Although driven primarily by greed, they exhibit exceptional bravery, cunning and resilience. With their steel half plate armour, and razor sharp steel swords, these men are absolutely devastating against lesser troops. They can only be recruited in America.
{Dismounted_Conquistadores}	Conquistadores
{Dismounted_Crusader_Knights_descr_short}	Forced to fight on foot, after losing their steeds in battle. These knights are formidable fighters.
{Dismounted_Crusader_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nMany knights on crusade were forced to fight on foot, after losing their steeds in battle. Good horses were often hard to come by so far from home. Even without their mount, these well armed and equipped warriors, are formidable troops in any melee.
{Dismounted_Crusader_Knights}	Crusader Foot Knights
{Dismounted_Druchima_descr_short}	Fierce warriors wearing mail armour and armed with a wicked axe. Act as bodyguards for Chieftains.
{Dismounted_Druchima_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nDruzhinas are a left-over from Viking times, and their ancestry is evident in the wicked axes they carry. They serve as the bodyguards for a leader or nobleman. Although most ride to battle, they are happy to fight on foot in the old Viking style.
{Dismounted_Druchima}	Druzhina
{Dismounted_Druzhina_descr_short}	Fierce warriors wearing mail armour and armed with a long sword. Act as bodyguards for Chieftains.
{Dismounted_Druzhina_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nDruzhinas are a left-over from Viking times, and their ancestry is evident in their fearless way to fight. They serve as the bodyguards for a leader or nobleman. Although most ride to battle, they are happy to fight on foot in the old Viking style.
{Dismounted_Druzhina}	Druzhina
{Dismounted_Dvor_descr_short}	In the service of the local Prince or high status Boyar, Dvor make excellent archers when dismounted.
{Dismounted_Dvor_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nDvors are troops in service to the local prince or Boyars of high standing. Dismounted they make excellent archers, well protected, effective at range, but able to look after themselves at close quarters if needed.
{Dismounted_Dvor}	Dvor
{Dismounted_E_Chivalric_Knights_descr_short}	Elite heavy infantry influenced by western techniques, well armoured and well trained, but can act rashly.
{Dismounted_E_Chivalric_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThese nobles are trained since childhood in the art of war. They have exchanged traditional ways for the latest western techniques and equipment. Equipped with good plate armour, and armed with a sword, these elite warriors are a force to be reckoned with, even when fighting dismounted.
{Dismounted_E_Chivalric_Knights}	Dismounted Chivalric Knights
{Dismounted_English_Knights_descr_short}	English knights often chose to fight dismounted. With their fearsome poleaxes, they can crush enemy infantry as well as cavalry.
{Dismounted_English_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nEnglish knights generally preferred to fight on foot rather than mounted, as this allows them to protect their archers. With their fearsome poleaxes, they can crush enemy infantry and fend off any horseman, while their plate armour makes them hard to kill.
{Dismounted_English_Knights}	Dismounted King's Men
{Dismounted_Feudal_Knights_descr_short}	Knights would often dismount and fight on foot when the situation demanded it. Dismounted they make excellent heavy infantry.
{Dismounted_Feudal_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nKnights would often dismount and fight on foot when the situation demanded it. Dismounted they make excellent heavy infantry.
{Dismounted_Feudal_Knights}	Feudal Foot Knights
{Dismounted_German_Feudal_Knights_descr_short}	Knights would often dismount and fight on foot when the situation demanded it. Dismounted they make excellent heavy infantry.
{Dismounted_German_Feudal_Knights_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nKnights would often dismount and fight on foot when the situation demanded it. Dismounted they make excellent heavy infantry.
{Dismounted_German_Feudal_Knights}	Feudal Foot Knights
{Dismounted_Frankish_Knights_descr_short}	These Feudal mercenary knights are powerful troops and invaluable for whomever can afford them.
{Dismounted_Frankish_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThe term 'Frank' is a collective term used in medieval times for western Europeans. Many of these knights have turned war into a profitable career by becoming mercenaries. Well trained, and clad in heavy mail, when fighting on foot, they cut their lances down and use them as spears.
{Dismounted_Frankish_Knights}	Dismounted Frankish Knights
{Dismounted_French_Archers_descr_short}	Protected by brigandine armour, these archers have a horse to ride to battle on, but still fight on foot.
{Dismounted_French_Archers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nProfessional troops of the French ordinance reforms, these men are modeled on the English style longbowmen. Their powerful bows give them punch, while their horses give them strategic mobility. They often enter battle dismounted as their bow is much more potent when used on foot. Well armed and armoured by the King.
{Dismounted_French_Archers}	French Foot Archers
{Dismounted_Ghulams_descr_short}	Precursors to the Mamluks, these slave troops make excellent infantry, equipped with heavy mail and a mace.
{Dismounted_Ghulams_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nPrecursors to the Mamluks, the Ghulams are troops largely drawn from African slaves. Trained and kept at their "master's" expense, these troops are given their freedom once they reach a certain standard and are kept on as their "master's" personal guard. Ghulams are well trained and protected by heavy mail and equipped with a mace.
{Dismounted_Ghulams}	Ghulams
{Dismounted_Gothic_Knights_descr_short}	Impressive looking knights, well protected by armour and armed with a two-handed sword.
{Dismounted_Gothic_Knights_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThese distinctive looking knights are the Holy Roman Empire's elite warriors. Encased in splendid gothic plate armour, including the distinctive visored sallet helmet, these knights can take on anyone on the battlefield even when fighting dismounted.
{Dismounted_Gothic_Knights}	Gothic Foot Knights
{Dismounted_Halbbruder_descr_short}	Dismounted knights well trained in the used of the Halberd.
{Dismounted_Halbbruder_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nWhen fighting on foot the Halbbrüder prefer to exchange their sword and shield for the versatility of the halberd. While their armour is sometimes lighter than that of their foes, their true strength lies in their training, which ensures they are capable fighters, with or without their steeds.
{Dismounted_Halbbruder}	Foot Halbbrüders
{Dismounted_Hasham_descr_short}	Elite warriors chosen from amongst the Mamluks to be the Sultan's personal regiment and bodyguard. REQUIRES BAGHDAD.
{Dismounted_Hasham_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe Hasham, 'Guards', are Mamluks selected to be the Sultan's bodyguards and personal regiment. Only kept by Sultans rich and powerful enough to field them, these elite and loyal troops are protected by heavy mail and are armed with a wicked scimitar for slaying their Sultan's foes. REQUIRES BAGHDAD.
{Dismounted_Hasham}	Hasham
{Dismounted_Heavy_Archers_descr_short}	Despite preferring to fight on horseback, these heavily armoured archers have dismounted to fight on foot.
{Dismounted_Heavy_Archers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe main weapon of the Mongol and Timurids armies is the bow. These archers have chosen to fight on foot, making them no less dangerous. They have exchanged the mobility of light armour for the protection of heavy lamellar armour, allowing them to take a little more punishment from both ranged and melee weapons.
{Dismounted_Heavy_Archers}	Heavy Foot Archers
{Dismounted_Heavy_Lancers_descr_short}	Despite preferring to fight on horseback, these heavily armoured warriors have dismounted to fight on foot.
{Dismounted_Heavy_Lancers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThese elite shock troops have swapped mobility for heavier armour. Even dismounted, these supremely skilled warriors excel in armed combat and are armed with a spear, a mace known as a 'gulda' and armoured in a lamellar cuirass called a 'khuyad'.
{Dismounted_Heavy_Lancers}	Heavy Foot Lancers
{Dismounted_Huscarls_descr_short}	Protected by mail armour and wielding axes, these fearsome warriors are excellent killing machines.
{Dismounted_Huscarls_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nLiterally meaning 'house man', Huscarls are the loyal household troops of Scandinavian nobles. Protected by mail armour and wielding axes, they resemble the Vikings of old, especially when they fight on foot. Brave and fierce, with their axes, mail and shields they make excellent infantry.
{Dismounted_Huscarls}	Viking Huskarls
{Dismounted_Imperial_Knights_descr_short}	These mace wielding fighting machines wear plate armour, but prefer to fight on foot.
{Dismounted_Imperial_Knights_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nTrue knights in shining armour, in principle at least, these men espouse the noble ideals of chivalry and honour. In reality they are brutally effective warriors who practice their skills daily in tournaments and mock fights. On the battlefield, their steel plate protection makes them hard to kill. Although most fight mounted, those that go on foot wield their maces with deadly effect.
{Dismounted_Imperial_Knights}	Imperial Foot Knights
{Dismounted_Italian_MAA_descr_short}	Dismounted, these men are effective and well protected infantry.
{Dismounted_Italian_MAA_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nComposed of nobility and commoners alike, these men can fight equally well on horseback, or on foot. Well protected in their plate armour, and armed with swords, they are a tough fighters, whether on the offence or defence. Although extremely effective, they nevertheless don't quite have the elan of true knights.
{Dismounted_Italian_MAA}	Foot Men at Arms
{Dismounted_KM_descr_short}	Based in Spain, the Knights of Montesa are loyal to the Crown of Aragon.
{Dismounted_KM_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nDespite fierce resistance by the king of Aragon, the order of the Knights Templar was forced to break-up. King Jaume II persuaded the Pope to permit him to reform Templar properties and bestow them upon a new Order based at the castle of Montesa. Thus the Order of Montesa was born. Primarily used as elite units in the Reconquista and the Mediterranean conquests, this highly devoted order is the main driving force serving the Crown of Aragon and could very well be the most loyal organisation serving the monarchy.
{Dismounted_KM}	Foot Knights of Montesa
{Dismounted_Knights_Hospitaller_descr_short}	Well trained and disciplined these dismounted knights are amongst the deadliest heavy infantry in all Christendom.
{Dismounted_Knights_Hospitaller_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nThe Knights Hospitaller, also known as the Knights of St. John, were established following the first Crusade to protect and treat Christian pilgrims to the Holy Land. They are recognisable by their black surcoat with a white cross. An elite and powerful fighting order of well trained knights wearing heavy mail or plate armour and armed with a lance. Dismounted, these well armed and equipped warriors, are formidable troops in any melee.
{Dismounted_Knights_Hospitaller}	Hospitaller Foot Knights
{Dismounted_Knights_of_Antioch_descr_short}	Good quality heavy infantry protected by heavy mail and equipped with foe rending two-handed axes.
{Dismounted_Knights_of_Antioch_descr}	Quality: Elite. Type: Religious Order. \n\nnMilitary Order of Saint Lazarus has it's roots in a few hospitals run by Knights of St.John, where they treated those unfortunate ones stricken with leprosy. Their patients were knights and commoners alike, and when Christian lands in the Outremer became threatened by their enemies, both patients and caretakers took up arms under the patronage of Saint Lazarus. It was a common practice that diseased knights and nobles from other military orders find refuge within their ranks. Those who choose to fight on foot, or were unable to afford a horse, wielded the fearsome two-handed axes and were well protected by heavy armour.
{Dismounted_Knights_of_Antioch}	Dismounted St.Lazarus Knights
{Dismounted_Knights_Of_Jerusalem_descr_short}	Vassal knights who owe service to the Kingdom of Jerusalem, equipped with sword and wearing mail armour. REQUIRES JERUSALEM.
{Dismounted_Knights_Of_Jerusalem_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThe survival of the Crusader States depends almost entirely on their military capabilities, and as such all vassals, under 60 years of age are expected to serve mounted and fully armed whenever summoned by the King of Jerusalem. These Knights are protected by mail armour and armed with swords and are amongst the best infantry Outremer has to offer. REQUIRES JERUSALEM.
{Dismounted_Knights_Of_Jerusalem}	Foot Knights of Jerusalem
{Dismounted_Knights_of_Santiago_descr_short}	Based in Spain, the Knights of Santiago are charged with driving the Moors from Iberia.
{Dismounted_Knights_of_Santiago_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nBased in Spain, the Knights of Santiago, formally the Order of Saint James of Compostela, are charged with fighting in the Reconquista to drive the Moors from Iberia. Well trained, armed with lances and well armoured, this order of elite knights are more than a match for most on the battlefield. Dismounted, these well armed and equipped warriors, are formidable troops in any melee.
{Dismounted_Knights_of_Santiago}	Foot Knights of Santiago
{Dismounted_Knights_Templar_descr_short}	Elite and some say reckless knights formed to protect Christian pilgrims in the Holy Lands.
{Dismounted_Knights_Templar_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nThe Knights Templar, a fearsome and uncompromising order, were formed shortly after the First Crusade to protect pilgrims. Despite their origins, the order became hugely wealthy and operated the first banking system in Europe. They were disbanded in 1307, after hundreds of Templars were simultaneously arrested and tortured in France on orders from the Pope and the King of France. Heresy being the main charge. Politics aside, they were famed warriors. Dismounted, these well armed and equipped warriors, are formidable troops in any melee.
{Dismounted_Knights_Templar}	Templar Foot Knights
{Dismounted_Latinkon_descr_short}	Western European troops fighting for the Roman Empire, these experienced fighters are effective even on foot.
{Dismounted_Latinkon_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nLatinkon is the collective term in Latin for western European troops, mostly mercenaries, in the Roman army. Despite fluctuating numbers, there are enough of them to warrant the position of Megas Konostabllos being created to oversee them. Wearing heavy armour these experienced and well trained fighters are armed with swords and are effective even when fighting on foot.
{Dismounted_Latinkon}	Latinkon
{Dismounted_Light_Lancers_descr_short}	Despite preferring to fight on horseback, these lightly armoured warriors have dismounted to fight on foot.
{Dismounted_Light_Lancers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local.\n\nMongol tribesmen learn to ride and hunt as soon as they can walk, with both skills used as training for war. Lightly armoured in leather and equipped with a hand weapon and a lance. Despite preferring to fight on horseback, these warriors have left their mounts behind to fight on foot, making them no less formidable.
{Dismounted_Light_Lancers}	Light Foot Lancers
{Dismounted_Lithuanian_Cavalry_descr_short}	Lithuanian archers are lightly armoured except for a large shield and are armed with a bow and a sword.
{Dismounted_Lithuanian_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nRecruited by Polish commanders for their speed, and ferocity, Lithuanian light cavalry are armed with a bow and a sword. They are used to dismounting to fight on foot, since the marshes and forests of their native land often make mounted operations difficult. Their simple bows are a little on the weak side, but their spirit is not. They're happy to fight hand to hand, though they're not really well equipped for that role.
{Dismounted_Lithuanian_Cavalry}	Dismounted Lithuanian Cavalry
{Dismounted_Longbowmen_descr_short}	Well armoured professional troops. Confident and deadly.
{Dismounted_Longbowmen_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nMany longbowmen sign a contract of indenture with a captain to become part of his retinue or unit. The captain then hires out their services to the king. Such men are in effect professional troops, and highly skilled archers. They're well armoured and equipped and confident in their own abilities.
{Dismounted_Longbowmen}	Retinue Longbowmen
{Dismounted_Mailed_Knights_descr_short}	Knights would often dismount and fight on foot when the situation demanded it. Dismounted they make excellent heavy infantry.
{Dismounted_Mailed_Knights_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nKnights would often dismount and fight on foot when the situation demanded it. Dismounted they make excellent heavy infantry.
{Dismounted_Mailed_Knights}	Mailed Foot Knights
{Dismounted_Mercenary_German_Knights_descr_short}	Protected by plate armour and equipped with maces these knights for hire excel at taking on heavily armoured units.
{Dismounted_Mercenary_German_Knights_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThese are knights from the Holy Roman Empire that have chosen to fight for money. Wearing plate armour, and equipped with maces, those who choose to fight on foot, make tough infantry.
{Dismounted_Mercenary_German_Knights}	Mercenary German Foot Knights
{Dismounted_Mercenary_Knights_descr_short}	These superb fighters can fight mounted or on foot and are well worth their fee.
{Dismounted_Mercenary_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nNot all Knights owned land, nor did joining an order or being part of a lord's retinue suit all knights. Many choose to offer their expertise in warfare to whomever can afford them. These knights are armoured in plate mail and wield their swords to excellent effect when on foot.
{Dismounted_Mercenary_Knights}	Mercenary Foot Knights
{Dismounted_NE_Bodyguard_descr_short}	Well armed and equipped these elite troops are tasked with fighting alongside those they have pledged to defend.
{Dismounted_NE_Bodyguard_descr}	These are truly formidable troops whose task it is to guard their liege. Wearing plate armour and wielding swords, these elite troops fear little on the battlefield and make fearsome opponents. Loyal and disciplined this unit of elite heavy infantry acunits their master wherever he goes.
{Dismounted_NE_Bodyguard}	Bodyguard
{Dismounted_Noble_Knights_descr_short}	Made up from France's nobility, these elite warriors are as deadly on foot as when mounted.
{Dismounted_Noble_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThese men are the elite of the French aristocracy, and can to afford the best in arms and armour, not just for themselves, but also for their horses. As the flower of French chivalry, they have an elan that is unrivaled. Although they have a reputation for rashness when mounted, many are pragmatic enough to realise that sometimes it is better to fight on foot.
{Dismounted_Noble_Knights}	Noble Foot Knights
{Dismounted_Norman_Knights_descr_short}	Exceptional knights, even when dismounted. Armed with swords and mail.
{Dismounted_Norman_Knights_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nOf all the knights of Europe, the Normans are the most renowned. Their Viking heritage and lust for battle has lead many to seek their fortune abroad, especially in Southern Italy. Here two adventurers, Robert and Roger Guiscard have established a formidable kingdom which employs many of their countryman. The Norman Knight's exceptional ferocity, and heavy armour make him feared on any battlefield, even when fighting dismounted.
{Dismounted_Norman_Knights}	Sicilio-Norman Foot Knights
{Dismounted_Polish_Knights_descr_short}	Well trained, elite troops, and well equipped with heavy mail or plate armour and sword. Fighting on foot, these knights make capable heavy infantry.
{Dismounted_Polish_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nPolish knights, "rycerz", are an example of the westernisation of Polish armies. These well trained and elite troops are well equipped with heavy mail or plate armour and swords. Although fighting on foot, they don't quite have the reputation they do mounted, they're nevertheless very effective.
{Dismounted_Polish_Knights}	Polish Foot Knights
{Dismounted_Polish_Nobles_descr_short}	Dismounted, they make solid infantry armed with axes and swords.
{Dismounted_Polish_Nobles_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nAs nobles, these men would of course ride to battle, but many would fight dismounted. With their axes, swords and brigandine, they are solid infantry, and useful for stiffening the commoners who comprise the rest of the footmen.
{Dismounted_Polish_Nobles}	Dismounted Piast Nobles
{Dismounted_Portuguese_Knights_descr_short}	Elite and experienced knights, protected by plate armour and armed with a poleaxe, who prefer to fight on foot.
{Dismounted_Portuguese_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nExperienced in battle, thanks to the Reconquista, these elite knights are as happy fighting on foot as mounted. Their plate armour gives them excellent protection, while their poleaxes are effective against armoured and unarmoured foes alike.
{Dismounted_Portuguese_Knights}	Portuguese Foot Knights
{Dismounted_Ritterbruder_descr_short}	Elite dismounted knights who instill fear in the hearts of their foes.
{Dismounted_Ritterbruder_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nFew men strike such fear into the heart's of their opponents as the Ritterbrüder do. Even on foot their presence instills fear in the most hardened soldier. Recognised by their distinct ornate helmets and shields emblazoned with large black crosses, there is no confusing the Ritterbrüder with a combatant of lesser stature.
{Dismounted_Ritterbruder}	Foot Ritterbrüders
{Dismounted_Sipahi_Lancers_descr_short}	Dismounted cavalry fighting on foot as competent armoured spearmen.
{Dismounted_Sipahi_Lancers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nSipahis are feudal cavalry, holding land in exchange for military service. In western regions of the Ottoman empire especially, many Sipahis remained Christian. Lancers are drawn from the wealthier Sipahis who can afford the armour needed by close combat troops. Although more used to being mounted in battle, they can fight on foot as more than competent spearmen.
{Dismounted_Sipahi_Lancers}	Dismounted Sipahi Lancers
{Dismounted_Szlachta}	Foot Bajorija
{Dismounted_Szlachta_descr}	While it is not uncommon for these nobles to dismount when they encounter terrain unsuitable for their fine mounts, it is unusual that they retain their desire to fight on foot; a task usually reserved for the common soldier. Dismounted Bajorija continue to wield their preferred combination of axe and shield and maintain the use of their heavy armour.
{Dismounted_Szlachta_descr_short}	Dismounted Bajorija wield their preferred combination of axe and shield, combined with the use of heavy armour.
{Dismounted_Tartar_Lancers_descr_short}	When fighting on foot these refugees choose to wield a long spear and equip themselves with their traditional lamellar armour.
{Dismounted_Tartar_Lancers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nHaving lost their homelands to the Mongol Horde, these Volga Tartars have made their way to Lithuania, where they now look to establish a new society. When fighting on foot they choose to wield a long spear and equip themselves with their traditional lamellar armour.
{Dismounted_Tartar_Lancers}	Tartar Foot Lancers
{Dismounted_Teutonic_Knights_descr_short}	Ruthless Germanic knightly order, well armoured with large maces, these knights love a good melee.
{Dismounted_Teutonic_Knights_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nThe Teutonic Knights are a German crusading order of knights committed to fighting infidels and pagans. Ruthless and unrelenting, they are the equal of other orders if not quite as disciplined. Wearing white surcoats with a black cross emblazoned on them, encased in heavy mail or plate armour, wielding lances and large maces, these knights love a good melee. Dismounted, these well armed and equipped warriors, are formidable troops in any melee.
{Dismounted_Teutonic_Knights}	Teutonic Foot Knights
{Dismounted_Tuareg_descr_short}	Fierce and independent nomads armed with a spear but little or no armour.
{Dismounted_Tuareg_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThe Tuareg are fierce and independent camel-herding nomads from the Sahara. Tuareg men wear a distinctive blue or indigo veil that covers most of their face. These hardy spearmen are used to riding camels but will fight on foot when necessary.
{Dismounted_Tuareg}	Dismounted Tuareg
{dragon_boat_descr_short}	A larger version of the longship, able to carry more men as well as grappling hooks for boarding actions.
{dragon_boat_descr}	Dragon Boats are the command ships of 12th century Danish fleets. Equipped with a keel and a double set of rowers which doubles the fighting power in melee, as all rowers onboard are also warriors. These boats carry ballista for firing grappling hooks to pull enemy ships into contact, enabling boarding actions.
{dragon_boat}	Dragon Boat
{dromon_descr_short}	Used by the Roman Empire since the 6th century, with a central tower with a firing platform for marines.
{dromon_descr}	A warship used by the Roman Empire since the 6th century, the Dromon is propelled by oar and sail and have a central tower from which marines can use their bow or throw spears and other projectiles.
{dromon}	Dromon
{Druzhina_descr_short}	Fierce cavalry warriors wearing mail armour and armed with spear and a wicked axe, acting as bodyguards for Chieftains.
{Druzhina_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nDruzhinas are a left over from Viking times, and their ancestry is evident in the wicked axes they carry. They serve as the bodyguards for a leader or nobleman. However, 'Druzhinniks' are free to leave and join other Druzhinas if they wish to. On the battlefield they fight as effective heavy cavalry. 
{Druzhina}	Druzhina Cavalry
{Duke_William_descr_short}	Duke William and his bodyguard.
{Duke_William_descr}	Duke William of Normandy, and his bodyguard of hand-picked knights.
{Duke_William}	Duke William
{Dvor_Cavalry_descr_short}	In the service of the local Prince or high status Boyar, Dvors are amongst the best missile cavalry available.
{Dvor_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Superior (Combination).\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nDvor are the household troops of Russian noblemen and princes. Their bows and strong armour allow them to outshoot Asiatic horse archers, but they are equally ready to mix it up at close quarters. This versatility, coupled with good morale make them enormously valuable troops.
{Dvor_Cavalry}	Dvor Cavalry
{Dzukijan_Horsemen_descr_short}	These bow wielding horsemen look to avoid close quarters combat as they most often fight unarmoured.
{Dzukijan_Horsemen_descr}	Dzūkija as one of the most remote regions of Lithuania is an excellent place to find strong mounts and hardy people and the Dzukijan Horsemen meet expectations on both counts. Using a bow to engage the enemy at range, these horsemen look to avoid close quarters combat as they most often fight unarmoured.
{Dzukijan_Horsemen}	Dzukijan Horsemen
{E_Chivalric_Knights_descr_short}	Elite cavalry influenced by western techniques, this heavy cavalry is a force to be reckoned with.
{E_Chivalric_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThese nobles are trained since childhood in the art of war. They have abandoned traditional ways, and adopted the latest western techniques and equipment. Equipped with good plate armour, and armed with lance and sword, these elite warriors are a force to be reckoned with, despite their tendency to act impetuously in battle. 
{E_Chivalric_Knights}	Chivalric Knights
{Eagle_Warriors_descr_short}	Fearsome warriors garbed in an outfit to resemble an eagle. Armoured with ichcahuipilli, and wielding maquahuitl clubs two-handed.
{Eagle_Warriors_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nAfter capturing four enemies in combat, these fearsome warriors are entitled to wear outfits bedecked in feathers to resemble a bird, with an open-faced helmet that is a representation of an eagle’s head. They are equipped with ichcahuipilli armour, and wield their obsidian-edged maquahuitl clubs two-handed.
{Eagle_Warriors}	Eagle Warriors
{Edessan_Guard_descr_short}	Good quality heavy infantry protected by armour and equipped with foe rending two-handed axes.
{Edessan_Guard_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nCrusader States are on a hostile frontier and exist in an almost constant state of war. Because of this, Crusader States need full time troops, that do not need to be hired or levied, such as the Edessan Guard. Hardy troops armed with vicious two-hand axes. 
{Edessan_Guard}	Edessan Guard
{Edessan_Squires_descr_short}	Knights in training hailing from the County of Edessa. Equipped with light armour, shield and a mace. Reliable heavy infantry.
{Edessan_Squires_descr}	A Squire is a knight in training. These young men hail from the County of Edessa, their task being to learn the military arts and see to their Knightly Lord's needs. A squire's equipment depends on what his Lord can afford. Light amour a, shield and a mace are the most common equipment of the average squire in Outremer. 
{Edessan_Squires}	Edessan Squires
{EE_Archer_Militia_descr_short}	Archer Militia are armed with a small bow, knife and if lucky enough, some armour.
{EE_Archer_Militia_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nArcher Militia are bow-equipped peasants or poorer townsfolk called upon to provide a settlement with a garrison of missile troops. Whilst poorly armoured, these troops are only expected to shoot at an enemy from the safety of their own walls. 
{EE_Archer_Militia}	Archer Militia
{EE_Ballista_descr_short}	Resembling a giant crossbow, this powerful weapon can fling a javelin to a great range, skewering men with ease.
{EE_Ballista_descr}	These artillery pieces resemble giant crossbows, on a simple wheeled carriage. They can hurl javelins with great accuracy, and the power of these machines means that their bolts can pierce any armour. 
{EE_Ballista}	Ballista
{EE_Basilisk_descr_short}	Very powerful cannon with great range, damage and accuracy. Punishing against defences and units. Can fire solid or explosive shots.
{EE_Basilisk_descr}	This fearsome artillery piece is the pinnacle of late Medieval siege-gun engineering. With greater range, damage and accuracy than all the siege guns that come before it, no enemy emplacements can stand up to its fearsome bombardment, nor can enemy troops withstand its explosive shots. Generals should fear the gaze of the Basilisk! 
{EE_Basilisk}	Basilisk
{EE_Bodyguard_descr_short}	These warriors are the general's personal guard, fiercely loyal, there is little this unit cannot take on.
{EE_Bodyguard_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\n\nThese are truly formidable troops whose task it is to guard their master wherever he goes. Experienced and hardy, this elite unit fights with a spear, as is common in Eastern Europe. They are well protected by heavy mail or early plate armour. Fiercely loyal and disciplined, there is little this unit cannot take on.
{EE_Bodyguard}	General's Bodyguard
{EE_Bombard_descr_short}	Primitive siege-gun forged of bronze or iron, can shoot solid stone or flaming shot. Inaccurate versus units.
{EE_Bombard_descr}	The first primitive gunpowder siege artillery, bombards were created in China and Western Europe in the early 14th century and spread to the rest of the world by the late 14th century. They are forged from bronze or iron, and designed to fire stone balls that crumble enemy defences. They also shoot inaccurate flaming balls wrapped in pitch-soaked rags, that can incinerate enemy troops!
{EE_Bombard}	Bombard
{EE_Cannon_descr_short}	The typical 'cannon' is powerful and good against both units and defences. Capable of firing solid and explosive shots.
{EE_Cannon_descr}	The archetypical cannon was used all across the world by the mid to late 15th century. Mounted on a large wheeled chassis and featuring a longer improved barrel, the cannon is far superior to the bombards that preceded it. Able to demolish enemy walls from a greater range and able to fire troop-killing explosive shells, the cannon is rightly feared.
{EE_Cannon}	Cannon
{EE_Catapult_descr_short}	Older style rock-flinging wooden artillery piece. Can throw flaming and normal shots.
{EE_Catapult_descr}	Constructed of wood and capable of flinging stones large enough to crush a man's head, the catapult was a common site on the ancient Roman battlefield. Now in the medieval era, the catapult is being replaced by newer and more powerful weapons.
{EE_Catapult}	Catapult
{EE_Cavalry_Militia_descr_short}	Cavalry militia are poorly trained and equipped, but are still capable of charging down the right enemy
{EE_Cavalry_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nIn the wide spaces of eastern Europe, towns needed to be able to defend themselves against raids by Turkish or Tartar horsemen. These militia are able to drive off nomadic horse archers, and deal with other light troops, but being poorly trained and equipped, they should not be relied on against quality troops.
{EE_Cavalry_Militia}	Cavalry Militia
{EE_Crossbow_Militia_descr_short}	Crossbow Militia are peasant crossbowmen called up to defend settlements. Very poorly armoured.
{EE_Crossbow_Militia_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nCrossbow militia are inexpensive units formed to protect settlements. Being able to train townsfolk quickly in the use of the crossbow allows these units to be garrisoned frequently and the stopping power of the crossbow can make their withering fire lethal. Poorly armoured, it is just as well crossbow militia are expected to hide behind defensive walls.
{EE_Crossbow_Militia}	Crossbow Militia
{EE_Grand_Bombard_descr_short}	The Grand Bombard has increased range, damage and accuracy compared to the bombard.
{EE_Grand_Bombard_descr}	The Grand Bombard was created as an improvement to the bombard in the early 15th century. Made to be harder-hitting and with longer range than its predecessor, this iron-forged piece of siege artillery is able to inflict punishing damage on enemy defences. Like its predecessor, it too can deliver flaming chastisement to enemy troops.
{EE_Grand_Bombard}	Grand Bombard
{EE_Late_Bodyguard_descr_short}	The combination of heavy armour, a fully armoured horse and a lance make these elite warriors mobile killing machines. 
{EE_Late_Bodyguard_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\n\nInfluenced by western tactics, this formidable unit makes up the personal guard for this influential person and they fight resolute alongside their leader. The combination of heavy Asiatic style armour, a fully armoured horse and a lance make these elite warriors mobile killing machines. 
{EE_Late_Bodyguard}	General's Bodyguard
{EE_Peasant_Archers_descr_short}	A peasant archer is armed with a small bow and knife. Not to be relied upon.
{EE_Peasant_Archers_descr}	Quality: Peasant.\nType: Rural Levy (lacks formal military training, poor discipline and morale).\n\nPeasant Archers are accustomed to using their bow for hunting. These peasant archers are armed with a small bow, and a knife. Life at the bottom of medieval society is neither easy or healthy, these units have either been levied straight into the army, or have volunteered to try and gain a better life. They're only moderately effective as archers, and should not be relied upon.
{EE_Peasant_Archers}	Levy Archers
{EE_Peasants_descr_short}	In times of war peasants are forced from their farms and drafted into levies. Good cannon fodder.
{EE_Peasants_descr}	Quality: Peasant.\nType: Rural Levy (lacks formal military training, poor discipline and morale).\n\nLife at the bottom rung of medieval society is not easy or healthy. In times of war peasants are forced from their farms and drafted into levies, and if they are lucky, given some kind of simple weapon to fight with. Unsurprisingly, peasants are undisciplined troops who are better at fleeing than they are fighting. 
{EE_Peasants}	Peasant Infantry
{EE_Ribault_descr_short}	A small multi-barrel wagon mounted cannon. A good defensive tool able to fire in a nine-barrel barrage.
{EE_Ribault_descr}	The Ribault, also known as the organ gun due to its many pipes, is a fearsome spectacle on the battlefield. Armed with nine short-ranged barrels, it is often used in the defence of other longer-ranged artillery. Able to fire all nine barrels at once, it makes the enemy think twice before engaging!
{EE_Ribault}	Ribault
{EE_Serpentine_descr_short}	Light cannon designed for use against troops rather than walls.
{EE_Serpentine_descr}	The serpentine is so named, because its long slender barrel resembles a snake. This piece is designed for attacking enemy troops, rather than walls. Its long thin barrel gives it good range and accuracy, and its small calibre ammunition makes it quicker to reload than heavier pieces.
{EE_Serpentine}	Serpentine
{EE_Spear_Militia_descr_short}	Spear Militia are commoners and peasants levied into local militias to defend settlements and bolster armies, armed with long spears.
{EE_Spear_Militia_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nCommon throughout Europe, Spear Militia are commoners and peasants who have been levied into local militias to defend towns, roads and bolster armies. Given some training and equipped with a long spear and shield, these units are useful in support roles for heavier and better units.
{EE_Spear_Militia}	Spear Militia
{EE_Spearmen_descr_short}	Regular troops comprised of freemen, equipped with some armour and a spear, able to form a defensive ring of spears.
{EE_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nComposed of freemen too poor to afford a horse for the cavalry, this unit is armed with a spear and reasonable armour. Better trained and disciplined than peasant militias, these spearmen are capable of forming a defensive ring of spears, which is particularly effective against cavalry.
{EE_Spearmen}	Spearmen
{EE_Town_Militia_descr_short}	Town Militia are commoners and peasants levied into local militias to defend settlements and bolster armies, armed with spears.
{EE_Town_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nThese men are commoners and peasants who have been levied into local militias to defend towns, roads and bolster armies. Given some training and equipped with a short spear and shield, though little armour, these units are useful in defence, but cannot be expected to endure for long on an open battlefield.
{EE_Town_Militia}	Town Militia
{EE_Trebuchet_descr_short}	Giant rock flinging artillery piece. Capable of flaming and normal shot. Also able to fling diseased cows!
{EE_Trebuchet_descr}	The counter-weight Trebuchet is an evolution of the man-powered mangonel and catapults dating back before the 11th century. It has quickly spread throughout the world as an effective siege engine capable of lobbing large wall- crushing boulders. The Trebuchet is also able to fling such things as burning missiles and rotten animal remains to devastate enemy units.
{EE_Trebuchet}	Trebuchet
{Elephant_Artillery_descr_short}	These fearsome beasts have small cannons, comparable to serpentines, mounted on their backs.
{Elephant_Artillery_descr}	These fearsome beasts have small cannons, comparable to serpentines, mounted on their backs. Elephants are capable of trampling men and horses into the dust, and if the elephant goes berserk, that includes friendly troops as well. In such an event, the riders are equipped with a special hammer and chisel they can use on their mount's head to kill it. 
{Elephant_Artillery_Mercs_descr_short}	These fearsome beasts have small cannons, comparable to serpentines, mounted on their backs.
{Elephant_Artillery_Mercs_descr}	These fearsome beasts have small cannons, comparable to serpentines, mounted on their backs. Elephants are capable of trampling men and horses into the dust, and if the elephant goes berserk that includes friendly troops as well. In such an event, the riders are equipped with a special hammer and chisel they can use on their mount's head to kill it. 
{Elephant_Artillery_Mercs}	Elephant Artillery
{Elephant_Artillery}	Elephant Artillery
{Elephant_Rocketeer_descr_short}	Rockets on Elephants? Madness!
{Elephant_Rocketeer_descr}	Placing two such weapons of rampant destruction, the Elephant and rockets together can only be the work of a soon to be hated madman! What the rockets don’t burn, the elephant surely will pulverise under its titanic feet.
{Elephant_Rocketeer}	Elephant Rocketeer
{Elephants_descr_short}	Armed with deadly arquebuses these riders fire from atop these fearsome beasts, which can trample men into the dust.
{Elephants_descr}	Armed with deadly arquebuses these riders fire from atop these fearsome beasts, which can trample men and horses into the dust. Elephants occasionally go berserk in battle, trampling over friend and foe alike, therefore their riders have a special hammer and chisel they can use on their mount's head to kill it should they need to.
{Elephants_Mercs_descr_short}	Armed with deadly arquebuses these riders fire from atop these fearsome beasts, which can trample men into the dust.
{Elephants_Mercs_descr}	Armed with deadly arquebuses these riders fire from atop these fearsome beasts, which can trample men and horses into the dust. Elephants occasionally go berserk in battle, trampling over friend and foe alike, therefore their riders have a special hammer and chisel they can use on their mount's head to kill it should they need to.
{Elephants_Mercs}	Elephants
{Elephants}	Elephants
{English_Huscarls_descr_short}	Formidable warriors armed with two-handed axes and protected by mail armour.
{English_Huscarls_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThese Axe-wielding English mercenaries were an elite body of the formerly Saxon armies. Armed with a two-handed axe and mail they present stiff opposition to all who would invade England.
{English_Huscarls}	Saxon Huscarls
{English_Knights_descr_short}	Elite warriors clad in steel plate armour, these men pack an effective charge, while being hard to kill.
{English_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nTrue knights in shining armour, in principle at least, these men espouse the noble ideals of chivalry and honour. In reality they are brutally effective warriors who practice their skills daily in tournaments and mock fights. On the battlefield, their steel plate protection makes them hard to kill, and their charge is effective, although lacking the wild abandon of their contemporaries on the mainland.
{English_Knights}	King's Men
{Estonian_Rebels_descr_short}	Armed with spears and light armour, these refugees serve in the hopes of reclaiming their homelands.
{Estonian_Rebels_descr}	Following the conquest of Northern Estonia by the Livonian Order, many Estonian people have fled to neighbouring Lithuania. Armed with spears and light armour, these refugees believe their best chance of reclaiming their homelands and avenging lost family is to serve with the Lithuanian armies, who now seek to drive the Teutonic and Livonian Orders into the Baltic Sea. 
{Estonian_Rebels}	Estonian Rebels
{Famiglia_Ducale_descr_short}	Armoured in plate and wielding lances, these elite knights defend the Duke's honour.
{Famiglia_Ducale_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nHeavy cavalry drawn from the Genoese nobility, these units are well equipped and practiced in the art of war. Armoured in plate and wielding lances and swords these units are determined to defend their lord's honour and fight for his interests, whatever they are.
{Famiglia_Ducale}	Genoese Patricians
{Feudal_Knights_descr_short}	Protected by heavy armour and armed with a lance, these elite warriors crush and ride down their opponents.
{Feudal_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThese knights dominate both society and the battlefield in medieval Europe. Under the feudal system each man owes military service to his lord in return for protection, a grant of land, and the peasants to work it. Trained as warriors from birth, their favourite tactic is the headlong charge. Despite the simple tactics, their strong armour, heavy lances, and martial prowess mean that only the most resolute can resist them
{Feudal_Knights}	Feudal Knights
{French_Feudal_Knights_descr_short}	Protected by heavy armour and armed with a lance, these exceptional warriors crush and ride down their opponents.
{French_Feudal_Knights_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThese knights dominate both society and the battlefield in medieval Europe. Under the feudal system each man owes military service to his lord in return for protection, a grant of land, and the peasants to work it. Trained as warriors from birth, their favourite tactic is the headlong charge. Despite the simple tactics, their strong armour, heavy lances, and martial prowess mean that only the most resolute can resist them
{French_Feudal_Knights}	French Feudal Knights
{German_Feudal_Knights_descr_short}	Protected by heavy armour and armed with a lance, these superior warriors crush and ride down their opponents.
{German_Feudal_Knights_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThese knights dominate both society and the battlefield in medieval Europe. Under the feudal system each man owes military service to his lord in return for protection, a grant of land, and the peasants to work it. Trained as warriors from birth, their favourite tactic is the headlong charge. Despite the simple tactics, their strong armour, heavy lances, and martial prowess mean that only the most resolute can resist them
{German_Feudal_Knights}	Feudal Knights
{fire_ship_descr_short}	A Dromon modified to carry the medieval naval equivalent of a flamethrower.
{fire_ship_descr}	The Fire Ship is a Roman Dromon modified to carry a medieval version of the flame thrower used to spew out Roman Fire at unfortunate foes. The flame thrower consists of a copper tube and a set of bellows which can pump out fiery death on to enemy ships, burning both enemy crew and vessel, and occasionally the attackers as well.
{fire_ship}	Fire Ship
{Flagellants_descr_short}	Religious fanatics into self-mortification who have banded together to travel to the Holy Lands, armed with a mace.
{Flagellants_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nFlagellants are men who either through religious fanaticism, guilt over unspeakable acts or after suffering one too many tragedies have turned to an informal religious movement that practices self-mortification, most commonly through whipping. These tortured and deranged souls have banded together to go on crusade, armed with fanaticism, stern self discipline and a simple hand-weapon such as a mace.
{Flagellants}	Flagellants
{Flemish_Pikemen_descr_short}	Hailing from Flanders, these mercenaries are armed with pikes and wear light armour. 
{Flemish_Pikemen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nHailing from Flanders, these mercenaries are armed with pikes, which were adopted early in this region of Europe. Wearing light armour, they are capable of presenting a defensive wall made up of rows of steel pikes waiting to impale charging foes.
{Flemish_Pikemen_Mercs_descr_short}	Hailing from Flanders, these mercenaries are armed with pikes and wear light armour. 
{Flemish_Pikemen_Mercs_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nHailing from Flanders, these mercenaries are armed with pikes, which were adopted early in this region of Europe. Wearing light armour, they are capable of presenting a defensive wall made up of rows of steel pikes waiting to impale charging foes.
{Flemish_Pikemen_Mercs}	Flemish Pikemen
{Flemish_Pikemen}	Flemish Pikemen
{Followers_of_Perkunas_descr_short}	Ritualistic worshipers of Perkunas, these men enter the fray with a war scythe in hand.
{Followers_of_Perkunas_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nPerkunas, as the Pagan God of thunder and rain, draws especially strong worship from farmers and woodsmen. When the call to arms is made, Perkunas' Followers don their robes of worship to perform a sacrificial ritual, which they believe will grant them divine strength, before joining the field of battle with war scythe in hand.
{Followers_of_Perkunas}	Followers of Perkunas
{Forlorn_Hope_descr_short}	These desperate men are armed with a massive two-handed sword and thick armour.
{Forlorn_Hope_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Rural Levy (lacks formal military training, poor discipline and morale).\n\nThe Verlorene Haufe are comprised of prisoners and volunteers desperate for glory. Their job is to lead the first and usually fatal charge used to break up enemy pike formations. The Forlorn Hope are heavily armoured and wield massive "zweihander" swords. These units are vicious assault troops who can chop a man into bloody pieces.
{Forlorn_Hope}	Verlorene Haufe
{Free_unit_Longbowmen_descr_short}	Mercenary Longbowmen armoured with light mail. Able to lay defensive stakes.
{Free_unit_Longbowmen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThese longbowmen are mercenaries of English origin. Willing to sell themselves and their skills to the highest bidder, they provide an opportunity to bolster an army that is weak in missile troops. Protected with light mail and a sword, they prefer to stay out of melee if they can. Like other longbowmen they can lay defensive stakes.
{Free_unit_Longbowmen}	Free unit Longbowmen
{Free_unit_Men_at_Arms_descr_short}	Effective mercenary bands equipped with poleaxes and plate armour.
{Free_unit_Men_at_Arms_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nArmies are expensive to maintain, so when peace falls, Sovereigns dispense with the services of many of their troops. Some however, enjoy the military life and form themselves into large bands often known as 'free units'. Often supporting themselves by brigandage, they are equally happy to sell their services to anyone who can pay. These men are well armoured and armed with poleaxes.
{Free_unit_Men_at_Arms}	Free unit Men at Arms
{French_Mounted_Archers_descr_short}	Professional troops equipped with longbows in the English style, and mounted on horses for mobility
{French_Mounted_Archers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nProfessional troops of the French ordinance reforms, these men are modeled on the English style longbowmen. Their powerful bows give them punch, while there horses give them mobility. They're well armed and armoured by the king.
{French_Mounted_Archers}	French Mounted Archers
{galleass_descr_short}	The strongest galley available to admirals. With cannons facing all the way around the prow, it can devastate most opposition.
{galleass_descr}	Galleasses came into prominence during the early 16th century. Far larger than war galleys and much harder to board, Galleasses feature a forecastle resembling a mini turret, with forward mounted centreline cannons as well as side facing cannons. Galleasses carry more sails than true galleys, and are far deadlier. A broadside from a Galleass can devastate most ships.
{galleass}	Galleass
{galley_descr_short}	Oar powered Mediterranean vessels equipped with a ram and carries archers.
{galley_descr}	The basic Galley design is derived from ships used in Ancient Rome. Predominantly powered by banks of oars and armed with a ram and marines for melee. The Galley has supplemental sails for getting to battles without tiring the men and are used by everyone in the Mediterranean from east to west.
{galley}	Galley
{Galloglaich_descr_short}	Fierce Scottish warriors who have settled in Ireland. Formidable troops armed with large two-handed axes and wearing light armour.
{Galloglaich_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nGalloglaich are fierce warriors originally from the western seaboard of Scotland who fled to Ireland and found employment there. Originally paid in beef and later land for service to Ireland's Tribal, Provincial and High Kings, these fierce warriors are formidable fighters armed with large two-handed axes and wearing light armour. 
{Galloglaich_Mercs_descr_short}	Fierce Scottish warriors who have settled in Ireland. Formidable troops armed with large two-handed axes and wearing light armour.
{Galloglaich_Mercs_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nGalloglaich are fierce warriors originally from the western seaboard of Scotland, who fled to Ireland and found employment there. Originally paid in beef and later land for service to Ireland's Tribal, Provincial and High Kings, these fierce warriors are formidable fighters armed with large two-handed axes and wearing light armour. 
{Galloglaich_Mercs}	Galloglaich
{Galloglaich}	Galloglaich
{Gendarmes_descr_short}	Superb well armoured professional heavy cavalry armed with a lance.
{Gendarmes_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nAlthough drawn from the nobility, and equipped as heavy knights, these men are well trained and disciplined professional troops. They provide their sovereign with a standing force that's available when needed, and much less trouble than the turbulent aristocracy of old. Expensive to maintain, though, only the wealthiest states can afford them.
{Gendarmes}	Gendarmes
{Genoese_Crossbow_Militia_descr_short}	Superior Italian crossbow garrison unit armoured with brigandine and a pavise.
{Genoese_Crossbow_Militia_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nItalians are world renowned for their love of the crossbow, none more so then the Genoese. These wealthy militia are equipped with brigandine armour, a large Pavise style shield, and a sword. A certain number of militia units can be supported for free in a city.
{Genoese_Crossbow_Militia}	Genoese Crossbow Militia
{Genoese_Crossbowmen_descr_short}	Superior Italian crossbow unit armoured with brigandine and a pavise.
{Genoese_Crossbowmen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nItalians are world renowned for their love of the crossbow, none more so then the Genoese. Genoese commanders value their crossbowmen highly, thus they equip them with brigandine armour and the large Pavise style shield. For use in melee Genoese Crossbowmen are also equipped with a long sword.
{Genoese_Crossbowmen}	Genoese Crossbowmen 
{Ghazis_descr_short}	Reckless and fanatical religious warriors armed with an axe, capable of devastating attacks.
{Ghazis_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nGhazis are wild religious warriors seeking to find paradise through combat. Armed with a large axe and fiery fanaticism, these troops recklessly throw themselves into combat no matter the odds, caring little about their commander's orders. Armed with a one-handed axe, these troops will try to hack and slash their way through anything.
{Ghazis}	Ghazis
{Ghulams_descr_short}	Precursors to the Mamluks, these slave troops are reliable heavy cavalry, equipped with heavy plate mail, lance and a mace.
{Ghulams_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nPrecursors to the Mamluks, the Ghulams are troops largely drawn from African slaves. Trained and kept at their "master's" expense, Ghulams are given their freedom once they reach a certain standard and are then kept on as their "master's" personal guard. These troops are well trained heavy cavalry, protected by heavy plate mail and equipped with a lance and a mace.
{Ghulams}	Ghulam Cavalry
{Giltines_Chosen_descr_short}	Fanatic heavy infantry who choose to wield poleaxes.
{Giltines_Chosen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nWell equipped, these men make solid infantry, and their polearms make them effective against both foot and mounted foes.
{Giltines_Chosen}	Giltine's Chosen
{Gothic_Knights_descr_short}	Impressive looking heavy cavalry, well protected by armour for both rider and mount. Equipped with lance and mace.
{Gothic_Knights_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThese distinctive looking knights are the Holy Roman Empire's elite warriors. Their armour is in the distinctive fluted Gothic style produced by the finest German armourers, and include the popular visored sallet helmet. Riding an armoured warhorse and wielding a lance and mace, Gothic knights have little to fear on the battlefield. Well practiced in heavy cavalry tactics these knights make a fearsome addition to any Imperial army.
{Gothic_Knights}	Gothic Knights
{Gotland_Footmen_descr_short}	Wearing heavy mail, these loyal warriors act as retinues and bodyguards for royalty.
{Gotland_Footmen_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nKing's Hirdsmen make up the retinues and bodyguards of members of the royal family. Armed with swords and wearing heavy mail armour, they are fierce and loyal warriors.
{Gotland_Footmen}	King's Hirdsmen
{GR_Ballista_descr_short}	Resembling a giant crossbow, this powerful weapon can fling a javelin to a great range, skewering men with ease.
{GR_Ballista_descr}	These artillery pieces resemble giant crossbows, on a simple wheeled carriage. They can hurl javelins with great accuracy, and the power of these machines means that their bolts can pierce any armour. 
{GR_Ballista}	Ballista
{GR_Bombard_descr_short}	Primitive siege-gun forged of bronze or iron, can shoot solid stone or flaming shot. Inaccurate versus units.
{GR_Bombard_descr}	The first primitive gunpowder siege artillery, bombards were created in China and Western Europe in the early 14th century and spread to the rest of the world by the late 14th century. They are forged from bronze or iron, and designed to fire stone balls that crumble enemy defences. They also shoot inaccurate flaming balls wrapped in pitch-soaked rags, that can incinerate enemy troops!
{GR_Bombard}	Bombard
{GR_Catapult_descr_short}	Older style rock-flinging wooden artillery piece. Can throw flaming and normal shots.
{GR_Catapult_descr}	Constructed of wood and capable of flinging stones large enough to crush a man's head, Catapults or 'Lithovilos Catapelts' were a common site on the ancient Roman battlefield. Now in the medieval era, Catapults are being replaced by newer and more powerful weapons.
{GR_Catapult}	Catapult
{GR_Trebuchet_descr_short}	Giant rock flinging artillery piece. Capable of flaming and normal shot. Also able to fling diseased cows!
{GR_Trebuchet_descr}	The counter-weight Trebuchet is an evolution of the man-powered mangonel and catapults dating back before the 11th century. It has quickly spread throughout the world as an effective siege engine capable of lobbing large wall- crushing boulders. The Trebuchet is also able to fling such things as burning missiles and rotten animal remains to devastate enemy units.
{GR_Trebuchet}	Trebuchet
{Granadine_CB_Cav_descr_short}	These troops combine the crossbow, favoured by Granadine troops, with the Eastern tradition of mobile warfare.
{Granadine_CB_Cav_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThe crossbow is a favourite weapon of the men of Granada, being both easy to use, and effective against the armour of their Christian foes. These units combine it with the Eastern tradition of mobile warfare. Their mobility allows them to stay out of trouble while they reload.
{Granadine_CB_Cav}	Granadine Crossbow Cavalry
{Granadine_Jinetes_descr_short}	Lightly armoured skirmishers, armed with a javelin, and capable of forming a circle formation providing constant fire against the enemy.
{Granadine_Jinetes_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nDescendants of Moors who settled in Iberia. These lightly armoured skirmishers are capable of forming a circle formation that provides constant fire against the enemy. They use their speed to stay out of harm's way until they can hurl their javelins, then close in when the enemy is sufficiently weakened.
{Granadine_Jinetes}	Granadine Jinetes
{Granadine_Lancers_descr_short}	Recruited in Moorish Iberia, these troops are trained and well equipped heavy cavalry, capable of deadly charges.
{Granadine_Lancers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThese are close fighting heavy cavalry recruited from the Moors of southern Spain. Their equipment and fighting style has been influenced by their Christian foes, as they emphasise heavy armour and shock tactics more than the light cavalry tactics of their forebears.
{Granadine_Lancers}	Granadine Lancers
{Grand_Master_Ulrich_descr_short}	Grand Master Ulrich and his bodyguard.
{Grand_Master_Ulrich_descr_short}	Grand Master Ulrich and his bodyguard.
{Grand_Master_Ulrich_descr}	Grand Master Ulrich and his bodyguard.
{Grand_Master_Ulrich_descr}	Grand Master Ulrich and his bodyguard.
{Grand_Master_Ulrich}	Grand Master Ulrich
{Grand_Master_Ulrich}	Grand Master Ulrich
{grande_carrack_descr_short}	A supremely powerful warship. Sporting heavy cannon broadsides and a thick hull. Can travel across the ocean. 
{grande_carrack_descr}	Precursor to the great galleon of later centuries, the Grande Carrack is a superior version of the Carrack, used in the late 15th century and early 16th century. Larger and better armed and armoured, this awesome example of sea power is a hard nut to crack.
{grande_carrack}	Grande Carrack
{Great_Cross_descr_short}	Golden cross to inspire the troops, and remind them that they are on God's mission.
{Great_Cross_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nThe Great Cross sits on a wagon, and acts as a beacon of inspiration to the army, and a reminder that they are on God's mission. The cross is guarded by an elite unit of infantry, who would rather die than let it fall into enemy hands. This unit can only be used by crusading armies.
{Great_Cross}	Great Cross
{Greek_Arquebusiers_descr_short}	Fired at close range, this noisy, smoky and lethal weapon causes morale damage as well as physical hurt.
{Greek_Arquebusiers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nFired at close range and quite accurate, with only a little chance of exploding and killing the person firing it. This early type of firearm is capable of firing deadly volleys that can pierce most armour. This noisy, smoky and lethal weapon is so intimidating it can cause its targets to run in fear.
{Greek_Arquebusiers}	Roman Arquebusiers
{Greek_Bodyguard_descr_short}	Well armed and equipped these elite troops have the task of guarding and fighting alongside their master.
{Greek_Bodyguard_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\n\nThese truly formidable troops are the general's personal bodyguard who acunit him wherever he goes. Selected for their loyalty and martial prowess these elite warriors fear little and shrug off odds that would crush many other units. Wearing heavy mail or partial plate and wielding lances this unit is capable of devastating charges and riding down most foes.
{Greek_Bodyguard}	Athanatoi
{Greek_Firethrower_descr_short}	A devastating and terrifying weapon shooting spurts of liquid fire. Consisting of a small hand pump connected to a container. REQUIRES CONSTANTINOPLE.
{Greek_Firethrower_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nRoman Fire is one of the most terrifying weapons available in the Medieval World. The Romans first used it in naval battles, but soon found applications for its use on land. Consisting of a small hand pump connected to a container, it is capable of burning even underwater and sticks to its target, while being almost impossible to put out. REQUIRES CONSTANTINOPLE.
{Greek_Firethrower}	Roman Fire-thrower
{Greek_Mangonel_descr_short}	Great siege engine capable of throwing exploding barrels of oil
{Greek_Mangonel_descr}	The original Mangonel was first used in roman times to fling large rocks at enemies. This Mangonel, though bearing some resemblance to its forebear, is far larger than its roman counterparts. One other surprising addition is that this Mangonel throws burning barrels of oil! These barrels often explode in mid air, unleashing a torrent of fire down on its poor victims below. 
{Greek_Mangonel}	Mangonel
{Greek_Militia_Cavalry_descr_short}	Poorly trained, these units fight with a spear and sword.
{Greek_Militia_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nUsed throughout the Roman Empire to protect merchants, provincial towns and roads, Tzacones are militia from the Pelloponissos region and armoured in light mail and equipped with a spear. Though poorly trained, these men are good at chasing down archers and other light troops.
{Greek_Militia_Cavalry}	Tzacones
{Guard_Pikemen_descr_short}	Professional troops equipped with pikes and protected by heavy armour. Good defence against cavalry.
{Guard_Pikemen_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nMenaulati are commoners of the wealthier sort who've been levied into local militias to defend their settlement or bulk up field armies. Given some training, equipped with a pike and heavy armour, these troops are one of the toughest units available. Able to present rows of sharp points to charging cavalry, this unit can take punishment and dish it out.
{Guard_Pikemen}	Menaulatoi
{Gulay_Gorod_descr_short}	Wagons that can be formed into a circular barricade, behind from which the troops armed with crossbows can fire.
{Gulay_Gorod_descr}	Used by the Russians, the Gulay Gorod, meaning 'galloping fortress' is a group of wagons which have been reinforced where possible, and are accompanied by hardened well trained troops armed with crossbows and wearing light armour. Used defensively these wagons are formed into a circle creating an effective barricade from which troops can fire upon the enemy in relative safety.
{Gulay_Gorod}	Gulay Gorod
{gun_holk_descr_short}	An upgraded Holk, armed with cannons in the fore castle and extra marines armed with gunpowder weapons.
{gun_holk_descr}	The Gun Holk is an upgrade of the basic Holk design. Constructed of tough oak, equipped with two sails and a greatly increased fore and aft castle armed with a battery of cannons. The troops on these vessels are equipped with gun powder weapons, making this a powerful ship, able to take on other ships and repel boarding actions.
{gun_holk}	Gun Holk
{Gwent_Raiders_descr_short}	These lightly armed and armoured swordsmen are adept at raiding and looting.
{Gwent_Raiders_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nSpecialised in the art of terrorising the neighbouring English population, these fighters are most skilled at looting and cattle stealing, however they will not ignore their King's call to arms. Equipped with a sword and light armour, mostly spoils from their raids, these undisciplined raiders can strike quickly and effectively... when they choose to follow orders.
{Gwent_Raiders}	Gwent Raiders
{Halbbruder_descr_short}	Knights who have not taken the full vows of the Teutonic Order and are strong fighters never the less.
{Halbbruder_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nHalbbrüder, meaning "Half Brothers", are Teutonic Knights who have not taken the Order's vows of service for life. Identified in battle by the Tau cross which features prominently on their chests, Halbbrüder are a mainstay of the Teutonic Order and are equipped with weaponry and armour befitting of a noble knight.
{Halbbruder}	Halbbrüders
{Halberd_MAA_descr_short}	These men are effective and well protected polearm infantry.
{Halberd_MAA_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nComposed of nobility and commoners alike, and armed with halberds, these men are a tough fighters, whether on the offence or defence. Although extremely effective, they nevertheless don't quite have the elan of true knights.
{Halberd_MAA}	Halberd Men at Arms
{Halberd_Militia_descr_short}	Militia units armed with a halberd which can fend off cavalry, and pierce or crush armour.
{Halberd_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nTrained and equipped to fight with long halberds, these troops can fend off cavalry and crush many kinds of enemies depending on what part of the halberd they hit them with. Reasonably trained, though not exceptionally brave. These units are initially unarmoured, but can be upgraded substantially.
{Halberd_Militia}	Halberd Militia
{Halberdiers_descr_short}	Professional units armed with a halberd which can fend off cavalry, and pierce or crush armour.
{Halberdiers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nTrained and equipped to fight with long halberds, these troops can fend off cavalry and crush many kinds of enemies depending on what part of the halberd they hit them with. Well trained, these units specialise in assaults or the close defense of pike squares.
{Halberdiers}	Halberdiers
{Hand_Gunners_descr_short}	Earliest hand-held firearm unit. Causes more fear than actual damage. These troops need to be capable in close combat due to the short range of their weapons.
{Hand_Gunners_descr}	Quality: Superior (Combination).\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nCalled "hand guns" to distinguish them from cannons, these are the earliest form of personal firearm. Consisting of a rudimentary metal tube mounted on a wooden pole and awkwardly ignited, this basic design left little room for aiming. These weapons caused more panic than actual damage to enemy troops who were shaken by the noise and smoke made when firing. Given their short range, their firers need to be well armoured and able to look after themselves in close combat.
{Hand_Gunners}	Hand Gunners
{Hasham_descr_short}	Elite warriors chosen from amongst the Mamluks to be the Sultan's personal regiment and bodyguard. REQUIRES BAGHDAD.
{Hasham_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe Hasham, 'Guards', are Mamluks selected to be the Sultan's bodyguards and personal regiment. Only kept by Sultans rich and powerful enough to field them, these elite and loyal troops are protected by heavy mail and are armed with a lance for charging and a wicked scimitar for when things get close and personal. REQUIRES BAGHDAD.
{Hasham}	Hasham
{Hashishim_descr_short}	The Hashashim are a semi-religious sect of stealthy assassins. On the battlefield they fight with sword and shield. 
{Hashishim_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe Hashashim are a semi-religious sect of assassins dedicated to stealth, and murder, thought to have originated somewhere in Persia. Highly disciplined and trained, these troops fear little and are masters of ambushes. On the battlefield they fight with sword and shield, as opposed to the daggers of their trade. Having no fear of death makes these men especially deadly.
{Hashishim_Mercenaries_descr_short}	Hashashim mercenaries murder for everyone who can afford their high price. On the battlefield they fight with sword and shield. 
{Hashishim_Mercenaries_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThe Hashashim are a semi-religious sect of assassins dedicated to stealth, and murder, thought to have originated somewhere in Persia. Highly disciplined and trained, these troops fear little and are masters of ambushes. On the battlefield they fight with sword and shield, as opposed to the daggers of their trade. Having no fear of death makes these men especially deadly.
{Hashishim_Mercenaries}	Hashashim Mercenaries
{Hashishim}	Hashashim
{Heavy_Axemen_descr_short}	Hardy warriors armed with deadly two-handed axes and protected by heavy armour. 
{Heavy_Axemen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThese hardy warriors are armed with deadly two-handed axes and protected by heavy mail armour, accustomed to fight for everyone who can afford them, and will do a good job at smashing into archers and other infantry troops.
{Heavy_Axemen}	Heavy Axemen
{Heavy_Bill_Militia_descr_short}	Superior Bill militia, armed with a bill-hook and heavy armour.
{Heavy_Bill_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nThese are citizen troops from the more affluent sections of society, called up to fight in times of need. Although part time troops, they are well armoured, and have some training in war. Couple this their effective and versatile bill hook, and you have a capable unit that can hold the line of battle. 
{Heavy_Bill_Militia}	Heavy Bill Militia
{Heavy_Billmen_descr_short}	Heavily armoured versatile infantry wielding the bill-hook.
{Heavy_Billmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe pinnacle of English commoner infantry, the Heavy Bill-man is equally comfortable in both attack and defence. Wielding the billhook allows Heavy Billmen to hack, stab and chop if needed and being encased in anything from half to three quarter plate armour means they can shrug off considerable damage.
{Heavy_Billmen}	Heavy Billmen
{Heavy_Horsearchers_descr_short}	Protected by lamellar armour, giving these horse archers better protection against enemy attacks.
{Heavy_Horsearchers_descr}	Quality: Superior (Combination).\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nLong before the organization of the Kievan Rus' the Scythians, a nomadic group began the tradition of skilled use of the horse, and horse archery. They are expert bowmen that use evasive tactics to their fullest, much to the frustration of their enemies. Their excellent armour is financed directly by the treasury of the king. When the need to engage arises, they make good use of their iron swords.
{Heavy_Horsearchers}	Heavy Horsearchers
{Heavy_Pike_Militia_descr_short}	Levied troops equipped with pikes and protected by heavy armour. Good defence against cavalry.
{Heavy_Pike_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nHeavy Pike Militia are commoners of the wealthier sort who've been levied into local militias to defend their settlement or bulk up field armies. Given some training, equipped with a pike and heavy armour, these troops are one of the toughest militia units available. Able to present rows of sharp points to charging cavalry, this unit can take punishment and dish it out.
{Heavy_Pike_Militia}	Heavy Pike Militia
{Helwyr_descr_short}	Local hunters, who although unskilled and ill equipped for warfare, are ferocious and determined fighters.
{Helwyr_descr}	Drawn from the local population, Helwyr are skilled hunters who have little experience in the ways of war. Whilst unarmoured and equipped with weaponry better suited to hunting game, when called upon to engage the enemy in close quarters or at range, these men are capable of fighting with a determination that belays their lack of formal training.
{Helwyr}	Helwyr
{Hernan_Cortes_descr_short}	Hernán Cortés and his bodyguard.
{Hernan_Cortes_descr}	Hernán Cortés and his bodyguard.
{Hernan_Cortes}	Hernán Cortés
{Highland_Archers_descr_short}	Archers from the highlands armed with a standard bow and a one-handed axe for melee.
{Highland_Archers_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nWhilst not having a strong tradition of archery like their southern neighbours, Scottish commanders recognise the importance of archers in battle. Drawn from the highlands these archers are armed with a standard bow and a one-handed axe for melee and if lucky enough some form of padded armour.
{Highland_Archers}	Highland Archers
{Highland_Nobles_descr_short}	Scottish shock troops wielding a large two-handed sword and armoured in chain.
{Highland_Nobles_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThese are the clan leaders and their kinsfolk from the highlands and isles of Scotland. Although their mail armour and helmets are better than the common folk can aspire to, their equipment is scarcely comparable to that of the nobility from more prosperous lands further south. Nevertheless, their fighting spirit and vicious two handed swords mean that they command respect on the battlefield.
{Highland_Nobles}	Highland Nobles
{Highland_Pikemen_descr_short}	Well trained, but sometimes reckless clansmen armed with pikes, able to form a wall of pikes against cavalry.
{Highland_Pikemen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nSince Scottish armies cannot field cavalry to match the English knights, they have found other ways to neutralise this threat, such as rows of brave men with long steel pointed sticks. These well trained, although sometimes reckless clansmen are armed with pikes, allowing them to present English knights with a wall of pointy death.
{Highland_Pikemen_Mercs_descr_short}	Well trained, but sometimes reckless clansmen armed with pikes, able to form a wall of pikes against cavalry.
{Highland_Pikemen_Mercs_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nHailing from Scotland, these mercenaries are armed with pikes, which were adopted early in this region of Europe. Wearing light armour, they are capable of presenting a defensive wall made up of rows of steel pikes waiting to impale charging foes.
{Highland_Pikemen_Mercs}	Highland Pikemen Mercs
{Highland_Pikemen}	Highland Pikemen
{Highland_Rabble_descr_short}	Ill disciplined and fierce peasants from the Highlands armed with a basic hand weapon.
{Highland_Rabble_descr}	Quality: Peasant.\nType: Rural Levy (lacks formal military training, poor discipline and morale).\n\nLife at the bottom rung of medieval society is neither easy or healthy, as these hardy and fierce peasants from the Highlands know only to well. This motley rabble is armed with whatever they can get their hands on and a mug full of bravery. Ill-disciplined and enthusiastic, these peasants are the ideal cannon fodder.
{Highland_Rabble}	Highland Rabble
{Highlanders_descr_short}	Fierce and wild warriors from the Scottish Highlands fight with little to no armour and are equipped with an axe.
{Highlanders_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nFierce and wild warriors from the Scottish Highlands. These hardy and reckless warriors, accustomed to in-fighting and raiding for loot and slaves, fight with little to no armour, a shield and are equipped with an axe. Notoriously ill disciplined these warriors can pack a punch but are no match for disciplined and armoured units in formation.
{Highlanders}	Highlanders
{Hobiguir_descr_short}	Riding their tough native horses, these troops carry spears and axes into battle.
{Hobiguir_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nRiding small native Irish horses, 'hobins", which are well suited to the marshes and rugged terrain of Ireland, the Gaelic Hobiguir are able to out maneuver heavier cavalry with ease. Wielding a long spear as an effective substitute for a lance, Hobigurs remain capable of charging down thier foes before engaging them in melee with their light axes.
{Hobiguir_Mercs_descr_short}	Riding their tough native horses, these troops carry spears and axes into battle.
{Hobiguir_Mercs_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nRiding small native Irish horses, 'hobins", which are well suited to the marshes and rugged terrain of Ireland, the Gaelic Hobiguir are able to out maneuver heavier cavalry with ease. Wielding a long spear as an effective substitute for a lance, Hobigurs remain capable of charging down thier foes before engaging them in melee with their light axes.
{Hobiguir_Mercs}	Hobiguir
{Hobiguir}	Hobiguir
{Hobilars_descr_short}	Light cavalry with spears. Useful for chasing down light infantry, and pursuing fleeing enemy
{Hobilars_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nIt 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.
{Hobilars}	Hobilars
{holk_descr_short}	An upgraded Cog equipped with small artillery pieces in the fore and aft castles and a durable oak hull.
{holk_descr}	Constructed with strong and durable oak, the Holk is an 11th century development of the Cog. It can hold and carry more troops for added defence and has a fore and aft castle added, giving the archers a better firing platform, as well as a place to mount small artillery, enhancing its already deadly capabilities.
{holk}	Holk
{Horseboys_descr_short}	These young squires are excellent horsemen, they wear little armour and are fast and very accurate with the javelin.
{Horseboys_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nHorse-boys, whilst typically acting as squires for Irish Nobles, are also capable fighters themselves. They show great horsemanship riding without stirrups or saddle and can throw javelins with deadly precision. While fast and agile, Horse-boys avoid close quarters fighting due to their lack of armour.
{Horseboys_Mercs_descr_short}	These young squires are excellent horsemen, they wear little armour and are fast and very accurate with the javelin.
{Horseboys_Mercs_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThese Irish squires are prepared to work for the master who can pay them best. They show great horsemanship riding without stirrups or saddle and can throw javelins with deadly precision. While fast and agile, these squires avoid close quarters fighting due to their lack of armour.
{Horseboys_Mercs}	Irish Squires
{Horseboys}	Horseboys
{Hungarian_Nobles_descr_short}	Well equipped with light armour and composite bows, these warriors are good horse archers who are also capable in close combat.
{Hungarian_Nobles_descr}	Quality: Elite (Combination).\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nUnable to afford the expensive heavy armour of a western style knight, many nobles stick to their nomadic roots as heavy horse archers. Their light mail or brigandine armour gives them adequate protection while firing their bows, and their aristocratic upbringing gives them the stomach for close combat if required.
{Hungarian_Nobles}	Hungarian Nobles
{Hunters_descr_short}	Poorly trained and equipped archer mercenaries.
{Hunters_descr}	Quality: Peasant.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nHunters are local peasants accustomed to using their bow for hunting. These archers are armed with a moderate bow and a knife. Life at the bottom of medieval society is neither easy or healthy, these units have escaped their terrible lives to take up arms as mercenaries in the service of whomever is willing to pay, or have volunteered to try and gain a better life. They're only moderately effective as archers, and should not be relied upon.
{Hunters}	Hunters
{Huscarls_descr_short}	Protected by mail armour and wielding axes, these fearsome warriors are effective cavalry.
{Huscarls_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nLiterally meaning 'house man', Huscarls are the loyal household troops of Scandinavian nobles. Protected by mail armour and wielding axes, they resemble the Vikings of old. However, they have abandoned the ancient ways of fighting on foot, and now fight from horseback as do their peers in the rest of Europe. Though brave and fierce, they can not yet match the horsemanship of nations more accustomed to the saddle.
{Huscarls}	Huskarl Cavalry
{Hussars_descr_short}	Renown for their fast hit and run tactics, Hussars are equipped with light mail, shield, lance and sword.
{Hussars_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThe first Hussars are thought to have been Serbian nobles seeking refuge in Hungary. The tradition of hit and run tactics of the Hussars found a fertile home in Hungary where they became influenced by the Magyars and the Uyghur Turks. Very fast, these elite lancers are equipped with light mail or brigandine armour and armed with lance and sword.
{Hussars}	Hussars
{Hussites_descr_short}	Powerful unit of religious rebels, armed with crossbows and light armour.
{Hussites_descr}	The Hussites began as a religious and political uprising by peasants in Bohemia. These battle hardened elite troops are armed with crossbows, but can put up a good hand to hand fight as well.
{Hussites}	Hussites
{Imperial_Knights_descr_short}	These mace-wielding fighting machines wear plate armour and are equipped with lances for a deadly charge. 
{Imperial_Knights_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nTrue knights in shining armour, in principle at least, these men espouse the noble ideals of chivalry and honour. In reality they are brutally effective warriors who practice their skills daily in tournaments and mock fights. On the battlefield, their steel plate protection makes them hard to kill. After the charging in with their lances, they engage in close combat with heavy maces that can knock a man senseless, when a sword blow would glance off his armour.
{Imperial_Knights}	Imperial Knights
{iqta'dar_descr_short}	These troops are given land holdings by their Amir in exchange for military service. Hard hitting, well protected missile cavalry.
{iqta'dar_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThe Iqa'dar is made up of troops who owe military service to their Amir via a feudal-like system known as Iqta'. A system whereby Amirs pay their men (essentially vassals) via land, usually captured or uncultivated land. These troops make excellent cavalry archers, capable of firing deadly volleys into enemy formations while being protected by their mobility and heavy armour.
{iqta'dar}	Iqta'dar
{Irish_Kerns_descr_short}	Skirmishing unarmoured Irish warriors armed with javelins and handweapon, willing to fight for whomever can pay them.
{Irish_Kerns_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nKerns are Irish light Infantry made up of freemen armed with a javelin and small hand-weapon. Relying on agility rather than armour these light skirmishers hurl their javelin at their foes, whilst keeping out of combat with more heavily armoured opponents. Many Kerns seek an escape from poverty by fighting as mercenaries.
{Irish_Kerns_Mercs_descr_short}	Skirmishing unarmoured Irish warriors armed with javelins and handweapon, willing to fight for whomever can pay them.
{Irish_Kerns_Mercs_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nKerns are Irish light Infantry made up of freemen armed with a javelin and small hand-weapon. Relying on agility rather than armour these light skirmishers hurl their javelin at their foes, whilst keeping out of combat with more heavily armoured opponents. Many Kerns seek an escape from poverty by fighting as mercenaries.
{Irish_Kerns_Mercs}	Irish Kerns
{Irish_Kerns}	Irish Kerns
{Italian_Cavalry_Militia_descr_short}	Encased in mail and equipped with lances and swords these troops are effective fighters.
{Italian_Cavalry_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nWealthy Italian cities have many men capable of equipping themselves as heavy cavalry, and turning out as militia in time of need. Well equipped, they might be mistaken for knights, but while effective against other militias, no part-time soldier can match the skill of men trained from birth.
{Italian_Cavalry_Militia}	Cavalry Militia
{Italian_MAA_descr_short}	Well equipped heavy cavalry with plate armour and a lance.
{Italian_MAA_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nComposed of nobility and commoners alike, these men make up a powerful unit of heavy cavalry. Well protected in their plate armour, and armed with a lance and sword, they pack a powerful charge on the battlefield, while being difficult to kill. Although extremely effective, they don't quite have the elan of true knights.
{Italian_MAA}	Men At Arms
{Italian_Militia_descr_short}	Local militias play an important role in Italian armies. These troops are armed with short spear and shield.
{Italian_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nLocal militias play an important role in Italian armies. These militias are organised around city quarters and surrounding towns. Whilst service is compulsory, it tends to be short and most serving it are sustained by a strong element of civic pride. These troops are armed with a short spear and shield and are known for their determination in battle.
{Italian_Militia}	Milizia
{Italian_Spear_Militia_descr_short}	Experienced and well trained local militia equipped with good armour and a spear, able to form a defensive ring of spears.
{Italian_Spear_Militia_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nLocal militias, organised around city quarters and surrounding towns, play an important role in Italian armies. Whilst service is compulsory, it tends to be short and most serving it are sustained by a strong element of civic pride. These spear militia are comprised of more experienced troops with some armour and long spears, making them a tough defensive unit.
{Italian_Spear_Militia}	Milizia Urbana
{Jaguar_Warriors_descr_short}	A fearsome warrior, who through great skill and courage wears the jaguar uniform. Armoured with ichcahuipilli armour, chimalli shield, and wielding maquahuitl
{Jaguar_Warriors_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nJaguar warriors are fearsome troops, who through great skill and courage are allowed to wear uniforms made from jaguar skins. Their open faced helmet resembles a snarling jaguar and marks them as a fearsome warrior of great skill. They are equipped like most troops wearing ichcahuipilli armour and equipped with a chimalli shield and a maquahuitl club.
{Jaguar_Warriors}	Jaguar Warriors
{Janissary_Archers_descr_short}	Janissary archers shower the enemy with arrows, weakening and breaking formations before the infantry move in.
{Janissary_Archers_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nJanissaries, 'Yeni ceri' , meaning new soldier in Greek are recruited by a levy of Christian boys within the empire. Drafted while young, these troops form a large part of the Turkish army and pledge loyalty to the Sultan. Janissaries are expert archers equipped with powerful bows. They usually wear some armour underneath their robes.
{Janissary_Archers}	Janissary Archers
{Janissary_Arquebusiers_descr_short}	The Janissary were quick to adopt firearms and use them with the same expertise they had shown with their bows.
{Janissary_Arquebusiers_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nJanissaries, 'Yeni ceri' , meaning new soldier in Greek are recruited by a levy of Christian boys within the empire, and trained from a young age. As an elite corps they have the best armour and equipment, and are the first in the Turkish army to use the newly invented arquebus. This gun has a short range but can penetrate most armour.
{Janissary_Arquebusiers}	Janissary Arquebusiers
{Janissary_Heavy_Inf_descr_short}	Trained in many weapons, these Janissaries, fight with a halberd and are protected by mail armour.
{Janissary_Heavy_Inf_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe Janissaries are mostly formed from a levy of Christian boys, but also include prisoners of war who have converted to Islam. These elite heavy infantry are armed with a halberd and armoured in mail. They are expected to lead the infantry charge into battle with courage and honour.
{Janissary_Heavy_Inf}	Janissary Heavy Inf
{Janissary_Musketeers_descr_short}	The Janissary were quick to adopt firearms and use them with the same expertise they had shown with their bows.
{Janissary_Musketeers_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nJanissaries, 'Yeni ceri' , meaning new soldier in Greek are recruited by a levy of Christian boys within the empire, and trained from a young age. As an elite corps they have the best armour and equipment, and are the first in the Turkish army to use the newly invented musket. This heavy gun has a respectable range and can penetrate almost any armour, and is almost guaranteed to inflict a wound that kills or maims.
{Janissary_Musketeers}	Janissary Musketeers
{Javelinmen_descr_short}	These troops are drawn from the Spanish peasantry, protected by light armour and fighting with the javelin, in Iberian fashion.
{Javelinmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nIberian warfare has a long tradition of light mobile troops, both mounted and foot, fighting with the javelin since pre Roman times. These troops are drawn from the Spanish peasantry, protected by light armour and fighting with the javelin, in Iberian fashion, allowing them to hurl their weapons at their foes, while remaining mobile enough to stay clear of trouble.
{Javelinmen}	Javelinmen
{Jinetes_descr_short}	Fast and maneuverable light cavalry units, Jinetes hurl their javelins before closing in and fighting with their cavalry swords.
{Jinetes_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nInfluenced by both Iberian and Moorish light cavalry traditions, Jinetes shun heavy armour and lances in favour of light armour and javelins. These well trained horsemen are fast and maneuverable, capable of employing a shooting circle tactic enabling riders to create a continuous cycle of firing. Jinetes hurl their javelins before closing in and fighting with their cavalry swords.
{Jinetes}	Jinetes
{Kataphractoi_descr_short}	Very heavily armoured and equipped with a lance and mace, although somewhat outdated they are still formidable troops.
{Kataphractoi_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe Kataphractoi trace their origins back to Roman times and are recruited from amongst the middle classes, providing the Roman army with a force of well trained and disciplined cavalry units. Exceptionally well protected and riding armoured horses, they are unworried by the arrows of their opponents. Although slightly old fashioned, with their lances and maces they are still formidable fighters on the battlefield.
{Kataphractoi}	Kataphractoi
{Kazaks_descr_short}	Kazaks are accustomed to being on horseback; they make good horse archers, but are vulnerable in melee.
{Kazaks_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThe Kazaks are a nomadic people whose existence is centred around livestock. Accustomed to being on horseback, it is no surprise they make good horse archers. They wear little or no armour and are equipped with a composite bow and a small sword. While good at peppering enemies from afar, they should be kept out of hand to hand fighting.
{Kazaks}	Kazaks
{Khan's_Guard_descr_short}	Magnificently equipped elite troops loyal to the Khan, and willing to protect him at all costs. 
{Khan's_Guard_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nOnly nobles and freemen are eligible for the Khan's guard. Those selected can look forward to being magnificently equipped. Even ordinary troops in the guard have superiority over commanders in the rest of the army. The Khan's bodyguard also acts as a type of military academy with future Generals living, fighting and learning alongside the Khan.
{Khan's_Guard}	Khan's Guard
{Khassaki_descr_short}	These elite troops are the Caliph's own bodyguard, given the best horses and equipped with the best armour and weapons available. REQUIRES CAIRO. 
{Khassaki_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe Khassaki are the Caliph's own elite troops. Given the best horses and equipment, the Khassaki are fiercely loyal and are the only troops allowed to carry weapons at all times. Besides ceremonial duties these hardened warriors are charged with protecting the Caliph, as well as often taking on the most important missions or tasks within the Caliph's army. REQUIRES CAIRO. 
{Khassaki}	Khassaki
{Khasseki_descr_short}	Nomadic Kurdish and Bedouin mercenaries, equipped with an axe, a shield and wearing basic armour.
{Khasseki_descr}	The Khasseki are drawn from nomadic Kurds and Bedouins who hire themselves out as mercenaries. Used extensively as auxiliaries throughout Egypt, these troops are equipped with an axe and shield, as well as wearing basic armour.
{Khasseki}	Khasseki infantry
{Kievan_Nobles_descr_short}	Armed with lances and encased in formidable armour these noble warriors act as retinues and bodyguards for royalty.
{Kievan_Nobles_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nDue to years of civil war and succession claims, a new class of military force appeared in the Rus'. Because the Kievens lack a feudal system, there are no "knights", but there are upperclassmen who are certainly not unaccustomed to the brutality of war. Influenced by the Teutonic Order and their western style heavy armour with a lance charge, and despite not being a true professional army, they still manage to impress.
{Kievan_Nobles}	Kievan Nobles
{Kievan_Palace_Guard_descr_short}	The Emperor's personal loyal guard at home and in battle. These elite troops are armed with spears, heavy armour and a good shield.
{Kievan_Palace_Guard_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThese troops are the Emperor's loyal elite infantry, tasked to guard the Dukes both at home and in battle. Fiercely loyal these elite troops are armed with spears, the best Russian armour, and shield, and are able to form a defensive ring of spears.
{Kievan_Palace_Guard}	Kievan Palace Guard
{King_Francis_descr_short}	King Francis and his bodyguard.
{King_Francis_descr}	King Francis of France, and his bodyguard.
{King_Francis}	King Francis
{King_Guy_descr_short}	King Guy and his bodyguard.
{King_Guy_descr}	King Guy of Jerusalem and his bodyguard of hand-picked knights.
{King_Guy}	King Guy
{King_Harold_descr_short}	King Harold and his bodyguard.
{King_Harold_descr}	King Harold Godwinson and his bodyguard.
{King_Harold}	King Harold
{King_Henry_descr_short}	King Henry and his bodyguard.
{King_Henry_descr}	King Henry and his bodyguard of hand-picked knights.
{King_Henry}	King Henry V
{King_Richard_descr_short}	King Richard and his bodyguard.
{King_Richard_descr}	King Richard the Lionhearted and his bodyguard of hand-picked knights.
{King_Richard}	King Richard
{King_Wladyslaw_descr_short}	King Wladyslaw and his bodyguard.
{King_Wladyslaw_descr}	King Wladyslaw and his bodyguard of hand-picked knights.
{King_Wladyslaw}	King Wladyslaw
{Knechten_descr_short}	Lightly armoured spear wielding squires of Teutonic Knights.
{Knechten_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nKnechten tend to the needs of the Teutonic Knights and their steeds, acting as squires in most regards. While they may primarily take on the role of a servant, this does not rule them out of playing a part in battle. As Knechten are lightly armoured and forgo a heavy lance, they are capable of moving with a swiftness their masters lack.
{Knechten}	Knechten
{Knights_Hospitaller_descr_short}	Well trained and disciplined these knights are amongst the deadliest heavy cavalry in all Christendom.
{Knights_Hospitaller_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nThe Knights Hospitaller, also known as the Knights of St. John, were established following the first Crusade to protect and treat Christian pilgrims to the Holy Land. They are recognisable by their black surcoat with a white cross. An elite and powerful fighting order of well trained knights wearing heavy mail or plate armour and armed with a lance. 
{Knights_Hospitaller}	Knights Hospitaller
{Knights_of_Antioch_descr_short}	Elite heavy cavalry, protected by heavy mail, charging the enemies with heavy lance & axes.
{Knights_of_Antioch_descr}	Quality: Elite. Type: Religious Order. \n\nlMilitary Order of Saint Lazarus has it's roots in a few hospitals run by Knights of St.John, where they treated those unfortunate ones stricken with leprosy. Their patients were knights and commoners alike, and when Christian lands in the Outremer became threatened by their enemies, both patients and caretakers took up arms under the patronage of Saint Lazarus. It was a common practice that diseased knights and nobles from other military orders find refuge within their ranks. These knights are brandishing the green cross on white surcoats, well protected by heavy mail and wielding heavy lances and axes.
{Knights_of_Antioch}	St.Lazarus Knights
{Knights_of_Edessa_descr_short}	Vassal knights who owe service to the County of Edessa and the Principality of Antioch, equipped with lance, axe and wearing mail armour.
{Knights_of_Edessa_descr}	The survival of the Crusader States depends almost entirely on their military capabilities, and as such all vassals, under 60 years of age are expected to serve mounted and fully armed whenever summoned by the Count of Edessa or the Prince of Antioch. These Knights are protected by mail armour and are armed with lances for charging and an axe for when combat is up close and personal.
{Knights_of_Edessa}	Knights of Edessa
{Knights_of_Jerusalem_descr_short}	Vassal knights who owe service to the Kingdom of Jerusalem, equipped with lance, axe and wearing mail armour. REQUIRES JERUSALEM.
{Knights_of_Jerusalem_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThe survival of the Crusader States depends almost entirely on their military capabilities, and as such all vassals, under 60 years of age are expected to serve mounted and fully armed whenever summoned by the King of Jerusalem. These Knights are protected by mail armour and are armed with lances for charging and an axe for when combat is up close and personal. REQUIRES JERUSALEM.
{Knights_of_Jerusalem}	Knights of Jerusalem
{Knights_of_Montesa_descr_short}	Based in Spain, the Knights of Montesa loyal to the Crown of Aragon. 
{Knights_of_Montesa_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nDespite fierce resistance by the king of Aragon, the order of the Knights Templar was forced to break-up. King Jaume II persuaded the Pope to permit him to reform Templar properties and bestow them upon a new Order based at the castle of Montesa. Thus the Order of Montesa was born. Primarily used as elite units in the Reconquista and the Mediterranean conquests, this highly devoted order is the main driving force serving the Crown of Aragon and could very well be the most loyal organisation serving the monarchy.
{Knights_of_Montesa}	Knights of Montesa
{Knights_of_Santiago_descr_short}	Based in Spain, the Knights of Santiago are charged with driving the Moors from Iberia. 
{Knights_of_Santiago_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nBased in Spain, the Knights of Santiago, formally the Order of Saint James of Compostela, are charged with fighting in the Reconquista to drive the Moors from Iberia. Well trained, armed with lances and well armoured, this order of elite knights are more than a match for most on the battlefield.
{Knights_of_Santiago}	Knights of Santiago
{Knights_Templar_descr_short}	Elite and some say reckless knights formed to protect Christian pilgrims in the Holy Lands.
{Knights_Templar_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nThe Knights Templar, a fearsome and uncompromising order, were formed shortly after the First Crusade to protect pilgrims. Despite their origins, the order became hugely wealthy and operated the first banking system in Europe. They were disbanded in 1307, after hundreds of Templars were simultaneously arrested and tortured in France on orders from the Pope and the King of France. Heresy being the main charge. Politics aside, they were famed warriors. 
{Knights_Templar}	Knights Templar
{Kurdish_Javelinmen_descr_short}	Hardy troops who soften the enemy with their javelins, then finish them off with their swords.
{Kurdish_Javelinmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nKurdish troops are well respected in the east, and often entire tribes would be hired to maintain and guard borders around Syria. These troops are tough mountain men found fighting throughout the Middle East. They soften an enemy with their javelins, then finish them with the sword.
{Kurdish_Javelinmen}	Kurdish Javelinmen
{Kwarizmian_Cavalry_descr_short}	These Khwarizmi are well equipped and protected heavy cavalry ready to fight for whomever can afford them.
{Kwarizmian_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThe Khwarizmi had a sizable realm until defeated by the Mongols in 1231. Fleeing westwards after this defeat, Khwarizmian troops have since served as mercenaries in the Middle East. These Khwarizmi are well equipped and well protected troops and make formidable heavy cavalry, ready and able to fight for whichever eastern power can afford them.
{Kwarizmian_Cavalry}	Kwarizmian Mercenaries
{L_Cavalry_Militia_descr_short}	Cavalry militia are poorly trained and equipped, yet are capable of keeping the enemy at a distance.
{L_Cavalry_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nIn the wide spaces of eastern Europe, towns needed to be able to defend themselves against raids by Turkish or Tartar horsemen. These militia are able to drive off nomadic horsemen, and deal with other light troops, but being poorly trained and equipped, they should not be relied on against quality troops.
{L_Cavalry_Militia}	Cavalry Militia
{L_Chivalric_Knights_descr_short}	Elite cavalry influenced by western techniques, this heavy cavalry is a force to be reckoned with.
{L_Chivalric_Knights_descr}	These nobles are trained since childhood in the art of war. They have abandoned traditional ways, and adopted the latest western techniques and equipment. Equipped with good plate armour, and armed with lance and sword, these elite warriors are a force to be reckoned with, despite their tendency to act impetuously in battle. 
{L_Chivalric_Knights}	Chivalric Knights
{L_Dismounted_Chivalric_Knights_descr_short}	Benefiting from improvements in arms and armour these elite warriors are still formidable, even when they choose to fight on foot.
{L_Dismounted_Chivalric_Knights_descr}	True knights in shining armour, in principle at least, these men espouse the noble ideals of chivalry and honour. In reality they are brutally effective warriors who practice their skills daily in tournaments and mock fights. On the battlefield, their steel plate protection makes them hard to kill. Although most fight mounted, those that go on foot make powerful infantry.
{L_Dismounted_Chivalric_Knights}	Chivalric Foot Knights
{ladya_descr_short}	Early Russian ship created near Novgorod. Carries troops and catapults for raiding land and smashing sea targets.
{ladya_descr}	The Lad’ya is a Russian ship akin to a Cog crossed with a Longboat. First created around Novgorod in the 9th century, its design soon spread throughout the region. Equipped to carry troops and catapults as well, this ship is a deadly vessel against ill defended targets.
{ladya}	Lad'Ya
{Lamtuna_Spearmen_descr_short}	Fierce and disciplined Saharan Berbers armed with spears.
{Lamtuna_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThe Lamtuna are a nomadic tribe of Saharan Berbers. Renown for their fierceness and discipline, Lamtuna troops played a large role in the initial Moorish conquest of Spain and Portugal. These troops are equipped with a long spear, but wear little armour. Useful for defending against cavalry, they can hold a solid line, but are vulnerable to missile fire.
{Lamtuna_Spearmen}	Lamtuna Spearmen
{Lancers_descr_short}	The ultimate knights superbly protected by sophisticated plate armour. With good morale and heavy armour, this unit can tackle anything.
{Lancers_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThese elite warriors are arguably the ultimate evolution of the medieval knight. Their armour has been perfected by decades of experience, and whilst heavy, the weight is well distributed giving them ample flexibility. Combined with the knightly spirit of old, the only thing they need fear is a well aimed musket bullet.
{Lancers}	Lancers
{Landschneckt_Pikemen_descr_short}	Originally from the Holy Roman Empire, these elite mercenaries are armed with pikes and their distinctive slash and puffy clothing
{Landschneckt_Pikemen_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nFirst created by the reforms of Maximilian I, the Landsknechts were his answer to the threat of the Swiss pikemen, and have earned an excellent reputation. Bitter rivals of the Swiss, no quarter is asked or given when they encounter one another. These elite mercenaries are equipped with long pikes and wear their distinctive and elaborate slash and puffed shirts and hose.
{Landschneckt_Pikemen}	Landsknecht Pikemen
{lanternas_descr_short}	A superior version of the war galley equipped with gunpowder weapons. Large, heavier and more durable than a war galley.
{lanternas_descr}	The Lanternas is the premier version of the war galley, now equipped with gun powder weapons! Being larger, heavier, more durable and better equipped than the war galley, the Lanternas is used by naval commanders in the Mediterranean during the 15th century. Featuring multiple centreline guns and some flanking guns it can take on and destroy war galleys. 
{lanternas}	Lanternas
{Late_Musketeers_descr_short}	This is the later, lighter version of the musket. Firing a heavy shot to a good range, it causes fear, and can pierce any armour.
{Late_Musketeers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThis weapon is similar to the late arquebus and lighter and handier than the heavier musket that preceeded it. The noise, smoke and lethality of this weapon causes fear in its targets.
{Late_Musketeers}	Late Musketeers
{Late_Pikemen_descr_short}	A well trained and heavily-armored unit of pikes can create an almost impenetrable wall of steel, particularly effective against cavalry.
{Late_Pikemen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nA pike is long spear around 5m in length and used two-handed. A well trained unit can present enemies with a wall of almost impenetrable sharp steel that can stop a cavalry charge dead in its tracks, a fact not lost on latter Medieval armies. These troops wear heavier armor than their predecessors.
{Late_Pikemen}	Late Pikemen
{Late_Tercio_Pikemen_descr_short}	Superior armoured pikemen, known for their discipline and determination.
{Late_Tercio_Pikemen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nTercio Pikemen are well renowned, highly disciplined professional pike troops with a fierce reputation, often supported by gunners. These pikemen are superior fighters equipped with a pike and protected by heavy armour. Able to present a wall of deadly pikes at oncoming enemies, this unit will give any charging cavalry second thoughts.
{Late_Tercio_Pikemen}	Late Tercio Pikemen
{Latinkon_descr_short}	Western European troops fighting for the Roman Empire, these experienced and well trained fighters are armed with lances and swords.
{Latinkon_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nLatinkon is the collective term for western European troops, in the Roman army. Despite fluctuating numbers, there are enough of them to warrant the position of Megas Konostabllos being created to oversee them. With their heavy mail and lances, these warriors are highly valued, with the Emperor's daughter Anna Comnena commenting that they were able to charge through the walls of Babylon.
{Latinkon}	Latinkon Cavalry
{Lettish_Crossbowmen_descr_short}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nServing alongside their Lithuanian allies, Lettish Crossbowmen arrive on the battlefield wielding a wooden crossbow and wearing light armour. 
{Lettish_Crossbowmen_descr}	These indigenous people of Latvia are amongst the many inhabitants of the Baltic region who fight the threat posed by the Teutonic Order. Serving alongside their Lithuanian allies, Lettish Crossbowmen arrive on the battlefield wielding a wooden crossbow and wearing light armour. 
{Lettish_Crossbowmen}	Latvian Crossbowmen
{Levy_Spearmen_descr_short}	Common folk from villages and towns that have been levied into the army, armed with spears and shields.
{Levy_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Rural Levy (lacks formal military training, poor discipline and morale).\n\nLevy Spearmen are common folk from villages and towns that have been levied into the army. Armed with long spears and shields these troops are useful at defending flanks, but won't stand up in any prolonged melee.
{Levy_Spearmen}	Levy Spearmen
{Light_Men_at_Arms_descr_short}	Trained and hardened warriors equipped with sword, shield and mail, effective against other infantry.
{Light_Men_at_Arms_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nLight Men at Arms are professional warriors, drawn from the lower classes. They have some skill in combat and are equipped with swords, shields and mail armour. They make good defensive and offensive units, useful against both archers and other infantry. Their versatility and superior equipment compared to other units of their times comes at a higher cost.
{Light_Men_at_Arms}	Light Men at Arms
{Light_Swordsmen_descr_short}	Trained and hardened warriors equipped with sword, shield and mail, effective against other infantry.
{Light_Swordsmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nLight Men at Arms are professional warriors, drawn from the lower classes. They have some skill in combat and are equipped with swords, shields and mail armour. They make good defensive and offensive units, useful against both archers and other infantry. Their versatility and superior equipment compared to other units of their times comes at a higher cost.
{Light_Swordsmen}	Light Men at Arms
{Lithuanian_Archers_descr_short}	Skilled archery unit lightly armoured but equipped with a large shield. Able to lay stakes at start of battle.
{Lithuanian_Archers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nLithuanian troops are often recruited by Polish nobles to serve in their armies. Lithuanian archers are especially recruited for their fine skill on the battlefield. Like most missile troops they are lightly armoured, although they have a large shield. Lithuanian archers are able to lay fiendish stakes in front of them at the start of a battle.
{Lithuanian_Archers}	Lithuanian Archers
{Lithuanian_Arquebusiers}	Arquebusiers
{Lithuanian_Arquebusiers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nWith Lithuanias conversion to Christianity, they have not only gained a new faith, but a wealth of new technologies, gunpowder being one of them. Their implementation of this technology is very much the same as that of their Northern European counterparts, as is the deadly effect of the finished product when fired at close to moderate range.
{Lithuanian_Arquebusiers_descr_short}	Fired at close range, this noisy, smoky and lethal weapon causes morale damage as well as physical hurt.
{Lithuanian_Cavalry_descr_short}	Fierce East European horse archers. Lightly armoured, but still enjoy a good hand to hand scrap.
{Lithuanian_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nRecruited by Polish Generals for their speed, and ferocity, Lithuanian light cavalry are armed with a bow and a sword. Although not well armoured since their country is poor, they often like to fight hand to hand, as the bow is something of a secondary weapon for these men.
{Lithuanian_Cavalry}	Lithuanian Cavalry
{Livonian_Auxiliaries_descr_short}	Equipped with steel crossbows and light armour, these auxiliaries provide much needed ranged support to their heavily armoured allies.
{Livonian_Auxiliaries_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nWith the union of the Teutonic and Livonian Orders, native Livonian troops, who previously fought alongside the Sword Brethren to eradicate Paganism from their country, now willingly fight under the banner of the Teutonic Order. Equipped with steel crossbows and light armour, these auxiliaries provide much needed ranged support to their heavily armoured allies.
{Livonian_Auxiliaries}	Livonian Auxiliaries
{longboat_descr_short}	Usually used as a Viking troop carrier. These ships carry Scandinavian raiding parties across Europe.
{longboat_descr}	Longships have been in use by the Vikings since the 9th century. Mainly used as troop carriers, these ships carried the mighty Viking warriors across Europe for raiding and pillaging, and today it carries their equally fearsome decedents. 
{longboat}	Longboat
{Longbowmen_descr_short}	Armed with the armour piercing longbow, Longbowmen can also plant stakes in front of them to keep cavalry at bay.
{Longbowmen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nOriginating from Wales, a longbow using a 'bodkin' arrow, a hard chiselled tip shaped like an elongated pyramid, can pierce all but the best armour. As the longbow is difficult to master, longbowmen begin training at a young age. Being susceptible to cavalry, they can plant sharpened stakes in front of their position to help keep enemies at bay.
{Longbowmen}	Longbowmen
{Lords_Retinue_descr_short}	Strong, brave knights loyal to their masters who wear thick armour and armed with a lance.
{Lords_Retinue_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nEvery leader needs to surround themselves with loyal and capable troops, Irish nobility are no different and employ only the strongest knights to fill their retinue. Armed with a heavy lance and equipped with thick plate, it takes a brave man to stand in the path of their charge.
{Lords_Retinue}	Lords Retinue
{Lusitanian_Javelinmen_descr_short}	Excellent skirmishes, lightly armoured and fighting with a javelin in Iberian fashion.
{Lusitanian_Javelinmen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nSince the days of the Lusitani tribes in ancient times, the Portuguese have had a long tradition of fighting with the javelin. These lightly armoured skirmishers, drawn from the peasantry, are armed with javelins which they hurl at their foes to weaken their enemies and break up formations. Despite their humble origins these troops are excellent skirmishes.
{Lusitanian_Javelinmen}	Lusitanian Javelinmen
{Macemen_descr_short}	Mercenaries wearing light armour and equipped with maces, useful for armies lacking medium infantry units.
{Macemen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nComposed of commoners, these men prefer to fight on foot. Protected in their mailed armour, and armed with maces, they are a tough fighters, whether on the offence or defence. Although quite effective, they nevertheless don't quite have the elan of true knights.
{Macemen}	Macemen
{Magnelwyr_descr_short}	Heavily armoured troops, effective in the use of the hand gun and one handed axe.
{Magnelwyr_descr}	Magnelwyr, meaning "gunners" in Welsh, use the newly developed hand gun, which is considered by some to be little more than a gimmick and deserving of no place on the field of battle. These heavily armoured warriors believe otherwise and are always eager to demonstrate the effectiveness of a well place shot followed by the full force of their charge.
{Magnelwyr}	Magnelwyr
{Magyar_Cavalry_descr_short}	These natural horsemen are armed with a composite bow and wear light armour.
{Magyar_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nWhen the originally nomadic Magyar people settled in the plains of Hungary, some held on to their nomadic roots and continued life on the saddle. This cultural disposition makes Magyars excellent horse archers. Able to rain arrows upon their foes and stay out of trouble, these natural horsemen are armed with a composite bow and wear light armour.
{Magyar_Cavalry}	Magyar Cavalry
{Mailed_Knights_descr_short}	Encased in mail and equipped with lances and swords these early knights are formidable fighting machines.
{Mailed_Knights_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nAs Europe emerges from the dark ages, the armoured cavalry have begun to employ new tactics, gripping their lances tightly under their arms as they charge, transferring the full momentum of horse and man to the point. Combining heavy armour, a strong warrior ethos, and a devastating charge, they have come to dominate the battlefield.
{Mailed_Knights}	Mailed Knights
{Mamluk_Archers_descr_short}	Bought as slaves, and trained from boyhood, these formidable troops excel at archery, but can also hold their own in melee.
{Mamluk_Archers_descr}	Quality: Elite (Combination).\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nMamluks are the elite professional cavalry of the Egyptian Army. Bought as slaves from the hardy Turkish steppe peoples, they are trained from boyhood to be men of the sword. When their training is finished, they are freed and enrolled in the army. Although cavalry archers, these are no light skirmishers. Instead they operate in close formation to lay down a heavy barrage of fire. They have maces for use on anyone who gets too close.
{Mamluk_Archers}	Mamluk Archers
{Mamluks_descr_short}	Bought as slaves, and trained from boyhood and well equipped, these troops make formidable heavy cavalry.
{Mamluks_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nMamluks are the elite professional cavalry of the Egyptian Army. Bought as slaves from the hardy Turkish steppe peoples, they are trained from boyhood in the ways of the warrior. When their training is finished, they are freed and enrolled in the army. These men are equipped for close fighting with spears, maces and shields.
{Mamluks}	Mamluks
{Mangonel_descr_short}	Great siege engine capable of throwing exploding barrels of oil
{Mangonel_descr}	The original Mangonel was first used in Roman times to fling large rocks at enemies. This Mangonel, though bearing some resemblance to its forebear, is far larger than its Roman counterparts. One other surprising addition is that this Mangonel throws burning barrels of oil! These barrels often explode in mid air, unleashing a torrent of fire down on its poor victims below. 
{Mangonel}	Mangonel
{Marshall_of_the_Templars_descr_short}	Elite Templar Knights chosen to be the Marshall's bodyguard to protect the Templar commander on and off the field of battle. UNIQUE unit.
{Marshall_of_the_Templars_descr}	These formidable troops are charged with guarding the Marshall of the Templars, commander of the Templars in battle, and second only to the Master of the Templars. These experienced and hardy veterans are well armoured and fight with lance and sword. UNIQUE unit.
{Marshall_of_the_Templars}	Marshall of the Templars
{ME_Archer_Militia_descr_short}	Armed with a bow and knife these troops are made up of locals who have been organised to defend their town.
{ME_Archer_Militia_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nArmed with a bow and knife these troops are made up of lower class city dwellers, who are called up to defend their homes in time of need. Although mostly used as garrison troops, they are sometimes pressed into service in the field. Although given some training with the bow, they cannot be classed as either effective or enthusiastic troops.
{ME_Archer_Militia}	Archer Militia
{ME_Ballista_descr_short}	Resembling a giant crossbow, this torsion powered weapon can fling a javelin over 100 meters skewering men with ease.
{ME_Ballista_descr}	These artillery pieces resemble giant crossbows, on a simple wheeled carriage. They can hurl javelins with great accuracy, and the power of these machines means that their bolts can pierce any armour. 
{ME_Ballista}	Ballista
{ME_Bodyguard_descr_short}	Men dedicated to protecting their master. Hand-picked for loyalty and valour.
{ME_Bodyguard_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\n\nThese warriors are dedicated to protecting their liege wherever he goes. Hand-picked for loyalty and valour and benefiting from quality armour and weapons, these guards are elite heavy cavalry capable of devastating charges and dealing plenty of carnage in hand to hand, as well as taking on odds that would send lesser units running.
{ME_Bodyguard}	Bodyguard
{ME_Bombard_descr_short}	Primitive siege-gun forged of bronze or iron, can shoot solid stone or flaming shot. Inaccurate versus units.
{ME_Bombard_descr}	The first primitive gunpowder siege artillery, bombards were created in China and Western Europe in the early 14th century and spread to the rest of the world by the late 14th century. They are forged from bronze or iron, and designed to fire stone balls that crumble enemy defences. They also shoot inaccurate flaming balls wrapped in pitch-soaked rags, that can incinerate enemy troops!
{ME_Bombard}	Bombard
{ME_Cannon_descr_short}	The typical 'cannon' is powerful and good against both units and defences. Capable of firing solid and explosive shots.
{ME_Cannon_descr}	The archetypical cannon was used all across the world by the mid to late 15th century. Mounted on a large wheeled chassis and featuring a longer improved barrel, the cannon is far superior to the bombards that preceded it. Able to demolish enemy walls from a greater range and able to fire troop-killing explosive shells, the cannon is rightly feared.
{ME_Cannon}	Cannon
{ME_Catapult_descr_short}	Older style rock-flinging wooden artillery piece. Can throw flaming and normal shots.
{ME_Catapult_descr}	Constructed of wood and capable of flinging stones large enough to crush a man's head, the catapult was a common site on the ancient Roman battlefield. Now in the medieval era, the catapult is being replaced by newer and more powerful weapons.
{ME_Catapult}	Catapult
{ME_Crossbow_Militia_descr_short}	Local militia armed with crossbows and some armour, good for ranged combat, but will melt away in melee.
{ME_Crossbow_Militia_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nVery popular in Moorish Iberia, the crossbow is used by peasants and noble alike. These troops are locals that have been levied into a local force to defend their town and nearby bridges and roads. Benefiting from some training and armour, these reservists are armed with a crossbow for ranged combat, although they will melt away if caught in melee.
{ME_Crossbow_Militia}	Crossbow Militia
{ME_Grand_Bombard_descr_short}	The Grand Bombard has increased range, damage and accuracy compared to the bombard.
{ME_Grand_Bombard_descr}	The Grand Bombard was created as an improvement to the bombard in the early 15th century. Made to be harder-hitting and with longer range than its predecessor, this iron-forged piece of siege artillery is able to inflict punishing damage on enemy defences. Like its predecessor, it too can deliver flaming chastisement to enemy troops.
{ME_Grand_Bombard}	Grand Bombard
{ME_Halberd_Militia_descr_short}	These townsfolk carry long halberds that can fend off cavalry and crush the most heavily armoured of foes.
{ME_Halberd_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nHalberd Militia are townsfolk who have been levied into the militia to guard their settlements. Better trained and equipped than most militias, These townsfolk carry long halberds that can fend off cavalry and crush the most heavily armoured of foes.
{ME_Halberd_Militia}	Halberd Militia
{ME_Heavy_Archers_descr_short}	Professional archers, adept with the bow, and wearing heavy armor.
{ME_Heavy_Archers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nProfessional archers wearing heavy armor, adept at showering arrows onto their enemies from long range.
{ME_Heavy_Archers}	Heavy Archers
{ME_Heavy_Spearmen_descr_short}	Professional troops protected by a large shield and heavy armor. They are able to form a defensive ring of spears.
{ME_Heavy_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThese Armoured Spearmen are disciplined and professional warriors, drawn from the higher classes. They are well trained and are well equipped with long spears, large shields and excellent armour. They're very solid defensive units, able to resist attacks from both foot and horse, so long as they are well supported. If necessary they can form a defensive circle.
{ME_Heavy_Spearmen}	Heavy Spearmen
{ME_Hand_Gunners_descr_short}	Somewhat inaccurate but capable of firing a powerful shot, the noise and smoke from these handguns can demoralise enemy troops.
{ME_Hand_Gunners_descr}	Quality: Superior (Combination).\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nHandguns are the earliest, most primitive type of hand-held firearm, and consist of a short metal barrel fixed to a long wooden handle. They are inaccurate, take a while to reload, and are somewhat unsafe for the person firing them. Nevertheless they fire with quite a lot of power and the smoke and noise can demoralise troops. Well trained and well armoured this unit is a powerful short range unit.
{ME_Hand_Gunners}	Hand Gunners
{ME_Late_Bodyguard_descr_short}	Men dedicated to protecting their master. Hand-picked for loyalty and valour.
{ME_Late_Bodyguard_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\n\nThese warriors are dedicated to protecting their liege wherever he goes. Hand-picked for loyalty and valour and benefiting from quality armour and weapons, these guards are elite heavy cavalry capable of devastating charges and dealing plenty of carnage in hand to hand, as well as taking on odds that would send lesser units running.
{ME_Late_Bodyguard}	Bodyguard
{ME_Levy_Spearmen_descr_short}	Levied troops, comprised of people from captured territories and the bottom rung of nomadic society, armed with spears.
{ME_Levy_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nThese men have been forcibly drafted into the service of their masters to do the dirty work in sieges, perform garrison duties, or just to make their armies more impressive in size. Given a long spear and shield, but little training or armour, they are only of use in defensive roles or as cannon fodder. When their fear of the enemy surpasses their fear of their masters, they will flee.
{ME_Levy_Spearmen}	Levy Spearmen
{ME_Mangonel_descr_short}	Great siege engine capable of throwing exploding barrels of oil
{ME_Mangonel_descr}	The original Mangonel was first used in roman times to fling large rocks at enemies. This Mangonel, though bearing some resemblance to its forebear, is far larger than its roman counterparts. One other surprising addition is that this Mangonel throws burning barrels of oil! These barrels often explode in mid air, unleashing a torrent of fire down on its poor victims below. 
{ME_Mangonel}	Mangonel
{ME_Monster_Bombard_descr_short}	Massive Siege-Gun. Can destroy nearly any wall in one shot. Has very long range but slow reload time.
{ME_Monster_Bombard_descr}	The Gun to end all Guns. The Monster Bombard is made for one purpose only, the utter destruction of enemy defences. This massive Bombard fires a stone ball weighing well over half a ton, obliterating any but the most massive walls in one shot. Unfortunately the down side of all this firepower is that it takes an eternity to reload.
{ME_Monster_Bombard}	Monster Bombard
{ME_Peasant_Archers_descr_short}	Accustomed to using their bow for hunting, these peasant archers are armed with a small bow and knife.
{ME_Peasant_Archers_descr}	Quality: Peasant.\nType: Rural Levy (lacks formal military training, poor discipline and morale).\n\nPeasant Archers are accustomed to using their bow for hunting. These peasant archers are armed with a small bow, knife, and if lucky enough, some armour. Life at the bottom of medieval society is neither easy or healthy, these units have either been levied into an army, by the sword if necessary, or have been forced to defend their pitiful holdings.
{ME_Peasant_Archers}	Levy Archers
{ME_Peasant_Crossbowmen_descr_short}	Wearing little to no armour, but armed with a crossbow these peasants can give far superior troops a nasty surprise.
{ME_Peasant_Crossbowmen_descr}	Quality: Peasant.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nIt is said, that in Granada, every peasant owns a crossbow. Certainly they are popular with the Moors of Southern Spain, being both easy to use, and effective against well armoured Christian foes. Although they can't afford armour, they can give their betters a nasty surprise. A wise commander won't rely on them too far in combat though.
{ME_Peasant_Crossbowmen}	Peasant Crossbowmen
{ME_Peasants_descr_short}	In times of war peasants are forced from their farms and drafted into levies. Good cannon fodder.
{ME_Peasants_descr}	Quality: Peasant.\nType: Rural Levy (lacks formal military training, poor discipline and morale).\n\nLife at the bottom rung of medieval society is neither easy or healthy. In times of war peasants are forced from their farms and drafted into levies, and if they are lucky, given some kind of simple weapon to fight with. Unsurprisingly, peasants are undisciplined troops who are better at fleeing than they are fighting. 
{ME_Peasants}	Peasant Infantry
{ME_Spear_Militia_descr_short}	Armed with a long spear but little armour, these troops are made up of locals who have been organised to defend their settlement.
{ME_Spear_Militia_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nThese troops are city dwellers usually called up to defend their homes in time of need, but sometimes pressed into action on foreign campaigns. With their long spears they make good defensive units, but don't have the training or stomach to maintain a long fight.
{ME_Spear_Militia}	Spear Militia
{ME_Town_Militia_descr_short}	Armed with a spear but little armour, these troops are made up of locals who have been organised to defend their town.
{ME_Town_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nArmed with a short spear but little armour, these troops are city dwellers usually called up to defend their homes in time of need, but sometimes pressed into action on foreign campaigns. Although useful for city defence, they should not be relied on in the field.
{ME_Town_Militia}	Town Militia
{ME_Trebuchet_descr_short}	Giant rock flinging artillery piece. Capable of flaming and normal shot. Also able to fling diseased cows!
{ME_Trebuchet_descr}	The counter-weight Trebuchet is an evolution of the man-powered mangonel and catapults dating back before the 11th century. It has quickly spread throughout the world as an effective siege engine capable of lobbing large wall- crushing boulders. The Trebuchet is also able to fling such things as burning missiles and rotten animal remains to devastate enemy units.
{ME_Trebuchet}	Trebuchet
{Merc_Burgher_Pikemen_descr_short}	Confident in their use of the pike, these men wear light armour.
{Merc_Burgher_Pikemen_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nComprised of middle and upper class Dutch citizens, Burgher Pikemen are amongst the better trained militias of Northern Europe. Afforded the protection of padded or light mail armour, these men are confident in their use of the pike, and when required, their short swords in close combat.
{Merc_Burgher_Pikemen}	Burgher Pikemen
{merc_cog_descr_short}	A Mercenary Cog. Available to the highest bidder!
{merc_cog_descr}	The Cog is a small 11th century vessel with an attached keel, rudder and a single square sail, initially used by Europeans for trading in the rougher coastal Atlantic waters. Cogs have a basic armament of troops and archers stationed aboard, as well as the ship's crew who can help out if boarded.
{merc_cog}	Mercenary Cog
{merc_galley_descr_short}	A Mercenary Galley. Available to the highest bidder!
{merc_galley_descr}	The basic Galley design is derived from ships used in Ancient Rome. Predominantly powered by banks of oars and armed with a ram and marines for melee. The Galley has supplemental sails for getting to battles without tiring the men and are used by everyone in the Mediterranean from east to west.
{merc_galley}	Mercenary Galley
{Merc_Livonian_Auxiliaries_descr_short}	Equipped with steel crossbows and light armour, these auxiliaries provide much needed ranged support to their heavily armoured allies.
{Merc_Livonian_Auxiliaries_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nWith the union of the Teutonic and Livonian Orders, native Livonian troops who previously fought alongside the Sword Brethren to eradicate Paganism from their country, now willingly fight for the highest bidder. Equipped with steel crossbows and light armour, these auxiliaries can provide powerful ranged support to their heavily armoured allies.
{Merc_Livonian_Auxiliaries}	Livonian Auxiliaries
{Merc_Prussian_Archers_descr_short}	Prussian Archers who seek to prove their loyalty in battle to their new lords.
{Merc_Prussian_Archers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nMercenary archers who hail from the more Northern reaches of Prussia. As they are most often poorly equipped, these archers are best used to draw the enemy out of formation and into the path of charging knights!
{Merc_Prussian_Archers}	Prussian Archers
{Merc_Samogitian_Axemen_descr_short}	The two handed axe is their weapon of choice, with heavy mail or partial plate being their preferred armour.
{Merc_Samogitian_Axemen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nHailing from the large western region of Lithuania known as Samogitia, these Axemen are amongst the heaviest infantry units serving in the Baltic region. The two handed axe is their weapon of choice, with heavy mail or partial plate being the armour they are most often sighted wearing.
{Merc_Samogitian_Axemen}	Samogitian Axemen
{Merc_Sudovian_Tribesmen_descr_short}	With their primitive weaponry and armour, these men do little more than make up numbers.
{Merc_Sudovian_Tribesmen_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThe Sudovian people are a largely independent tribe who have little need to interact with those who have settled around them. However, through choice or by force, many have found their way into the ranks of foreign armies. With their primitve weaponry and armour, they do little more than make up numbers.
{Merc_Sudovian_Tribesmen}	Sudovian Tribesmen
{Mercenary_Arquebusiers_descr_short}	Fired at close range, this noisy, Smokey and lethal weapon causes morale damage as well as physical hurt.
{Mercenary_Arquebusiers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nFired at close range and quite accurate, with only a little chance of exploding and killing the person firing it. This early type of firearm is capable of firing deadly volleys that can pierce most armour. This noisy, smoky and lethal weapon is so intimidating it can cause its targets to run in fear.
{Mercenary_Arquebusiers}	Mercenary Arquebusiers
{Mercenary_Crossbowmen_descr_short}	Mercenary unit equipped with crossbow, sword and armoured with mail.
{Mercenary_Crossbowmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThe crossbow is a potent weapon ready to be used with minimal training unlike other archery weapons. It is slow to reload and lacks the distance of drawn bows but makes up for it in power. Mercenary crossbow units are popular throughout the known world as they provide ranged punch for those that need it.
{Mercenary_Crossbowmen}	Mercenary Crossbowmen
{Mercenary_Frankish_Knights_descr_short}	These Feudal mercenary knights are powerful troops and invaluable to whomever can afford them.
{Mercenary_Frankish_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThe term 'Frank' is a collective term used in medieval times for western Europeans. Many of these knights have turned war into a profitable career by becoming mercenaries. Well trained, clad in heavy mail and using a lance, these formidable troops are invaluable to whomever can afford them.
{Mercenary_Frankish_Knights}	Mercenary Frankish Knights
{Mercenary_German_Knights_descr_short}	Protected by plate armour and equipped with maces, these knights for hire excel at taking on heavily armoured units.
{Mercenary_German_Knights_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThese are knights from the Holy Roman Empire that have chosen to fight for money. Wearing plate armour, and equipped with maces, as well as lances, these trained and experienced knights are a good choice for taking on other heavily armoured units. Although excellent shock troops, they do have a strong interest in personal survival.
{Mercenary_German_Knights}	Mercenary German Knights
{Mercenary_Knights_descr_short}	Capable of deadly charges and impressive melee combat, these mercenary knights are well worth the money.
{Mercenary_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nNot all Knights owned land, nor did joining an order or being part of a lord's retinue suit all knights. Many choose to offer their expertise in warfare to whomever can afford them. These knights are armoured in plate mail and wield lances and swords. Capable of deadly charges and impressive melee combat, these knights are well worth the money.
{Mercenary_Knights}	Mercenary Knights
{Mercenary_Monster_Bombard_descr_short}	Massive Siege-Gun. Can destroy nearly any wall in one shot. Has very long range but slow reload time.
{Mercenary_Monster_Bombard_descr}	The Gun to end all Guns. The Monster Bombard is made for one purpose only, the utter destruction of enemy defences. This massive Bombard fires a stone ball weighing well over half a ton, obliterating any but the most massive walls in one shot. Unfortunately the down side of all this firepower is that it takes an eternity to reload.
{Mercenary_Monster_Bombard}	Mercenary Monster Bombard
{Mercenary_Monster_Ribault_descr_short}	36 Cannon barrels mounted on a wagon frame. Deadly short-ranged defensive gun capable of laying down a tremendous barrage.
{Mercenary_Monster_Ribault_descr}	Italian inventors have been experimenting with mounting large numbers of gun barrels in one frame. This example features 36 mounted on a wagon much like the standard ribault. It is capable of firing in 6 shot volleys or a titanic 36 shot barrage, thus truly deserving the title of monster. 
{Mercenary_Monster_Ribault}	Mercenary Monster Ribault
{Mercenary_Pavise_Crossbowmen_descr_short}	These troops are armed with a large shield to hide behind during the slow process of reloading the crossbow.
{Mercenary_Pavise_Crossbowmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nWhile the crossbow is relatively easy to use and quite powerful, it leaves the user quite vulnerable during the slow reload process. Therefore it makes sense to give the crossbowmen a large shield. These men wear a large pavise shield on their backs, which they turn to the enemy so that they're protected while reloading.
{Mercenary_Pavise_Crossbowmen}	Mercenary Pavise Crossbowmen
{Mercenary_Ribault_descr_short}	A small multi-barrel wagon mounted cannon. A good defensive tool able to fire singly or in a six-barrel barrage.
{Mercenary_Ribault_descr}	The Ribault, also known as the organ gun due to its many pipes, is a fearsome spectacle on the battlefield. Armed with six short-ranged barrels, it is often used in the defence of other longer-ranged artillery. Able to fire all six barrels at once, it makes the enemy think twice before engaging!
{Mercenary_Ribault}	Mercenary Ribault
{Mercenary_Rocket_Launcher_descr_short}	Rocket Launcher capable of delivering a great, if inaccurate salvo, over a large area.
{Mercenary_Rocket_Launcher_descr}	Available for those that can afford it. The Mongolian rocket launcher resembles a wooden, fire-spitting demon-wagon. Inspired by the rockets fired at them during the invasion of China, the Mongols have fiendishly mounted 36 of them on one frame. Although very inaccurate, the rockets are fired in a great barrage capable of hitting multiple units simultaneously.
{Mercenary_Rocket_Launcher}	Mercenary Rocket Launcher
{Mercenary_Saracens_descr_short}	These wild Eastern mercenaries are formidable troops ready to fight for whoever can afford them.
{Mercenary_Saracens_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThese wild and fierce mercenaries are well armoured and equipped with a scimitar. They ask a high price for their services and like most mercenaries are not too fussy about their employers. Once they charge into melee, most lords will soon forget how much they paid for them.
{Mercenary_Saracens}	Mercenary Saracens
{Mercenary_Spearmen_descr_short}	Mercenaries wearing light armour and equipped with spears, useful for armies lacking sufficient defence against cavalry units.
{Mercenary_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nAlong with the club and bow, the spear is one of the oldest weapons. Easy to use, it is the most common weapon on battlefields throughout Europe. Wherever you go there are men for hire who can use a spear, and use it well. Wearing light armour and being solid defenders, these mercenaries are useful to bolster the ranks of any army.
{Mercenary_Spearmen}	Mercenary Spearmen
{Merchant_Cavalry_Militia_descr_short}	Poorly trained, but well equipped cavalry who fight with a sword. 
{Merchant_Cavalry_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nThe rich as well as the poor must do their civic duty, but the rich prefer to ride. The wealth brought by trade allows merchants to equip themselves with horses and the finest armour available. However, they lack the training and elan of real knights and should not be relied on too far in battle
{Merchant_Cavalry_Militia}	Merchant Cavalry Militia
{Mongol_Bodyguard_descr_short}	Men picked for valour and loyalty to protect their master.
{Mongol_Bodyguard_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\n\nElite veterans picked for their valour and loyalty to protect their liege. Usually only open to nobles and freemen, these troops are well equipped and armed, making them very powerful heavy cavalry capable of devastating charges and deadly melee attacks.
{Mongol_Bodyguard}	Bodyguard
{Mongol_Foot_Archers_descr_short}	With little or no armour, these archers are best at weakening enemies from a distance with their powerful composite bows.
{Mongol_Foot_Archers_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Local.\n\nEven without their horses, Mongol warriors make for excellent and well disciplined missile troops. With little or no armour, these archers are best at weakening enemies from a distance with their powerful composite bows and moving in with small hand weapons when the enemy are virtually beaten, as these troops stand little chance in tough melees. 
{Mongol_Foot_Archers}	Mongol Foot Archers
{Mongol_Heavy_Archers_descr_short}	Protected by lamellar armour, giving these horse archers better protection against enemy attacks.
{Mongol_Heavy_Archers_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe main weapon of the Mongol and Timurid armies is the bow, and as these warriors are born into the saddle, they make excellent horse archers. These warriors have exchanged the mobility of light armour for the protection of heavy lamellar armour, allowing them to take a little more punishment from both ranged and melee weapons.
{Mongol_Heavy_Archers}	Heavy Archers
{Mongol_Heavy_Lancers_descr_short}	Elite shock troops who exchange mobility for heavier armour.
{Mongol_Heavy_Lancers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThese elite shock troops exchange mobility for heavier armour on both rider and mount. Supremely skilled warriors who excel in armed combat and horse riding, they are armed with a lance and mace known as a 'gulda' and armoured in a lamellar cuirass called a 'khuyad'.
{Mongol_Heavy_Lancers}	Heavy Lancers
{Mongol_Horse_Archers_descr_short}	The most common soldier type amongst the Mongols, these light mounted missile troops combine famed Mongol archery with excellent horsemanship.
{Mongol_Horse_Archers_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Local.\n\nThe most common soldier type amongst the Mongols, these warriors are born into the saddle and as such they make excellent horse archers. Equipped with a compound bow and hand weapon, and lightly armoured for maneuverability on the battlefield, these warriors can pepper their enemies with arrows and stay clear of trouble or lead the enemy into ambushes with false retreats.
{Mongol_Horse_Archers}	Mongol Horse Archers
{Mongol_Infantry_descr_short}	Lightly armoured and equipped with swords and their impressive composite bows, these warriors are still formidable without their horses.
{Mongol_Infantry_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Urban Professional.\n\nEven without their horses, Mongol warriors make for formidable and well disciplined warriors. Lightly armoured and equipped with swords and their impressive composite bows, these warriors are capable of weakening the enemy from a distance and moving in to crush any disorganised remnants, although as light infantry a wise commander will keep them away from melees they cannot win.
{Mongol_Infantry}	Mongol Infantry
{Mongol_Light_Lancers_descr_short}	Lightly armoured and equipped with lance and hand weapon, these matchless horseman excel at harassing enemy flanks.
{Mongol_Light_Lancers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local.\n\nMongol tribesmen learn to ride and hunt as soon as they can walk, with both skills used as training for war. Lightly armoured in leather and equipped with a hand weapon and a lance, these matchless horsemen use their mobility to harass enemy flanks and pursue the enemy.
{Mongol_Light_Lancers}	Mongol Light Lancers
{Moorish_Auxiliaries_descr_short}	Both hardy and rowdy, these Moorish troops are armed with an axe and are protected by light armour and a shield.
{Moorish_Auxiliaries_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nMilitia troops make up a large number of the auxiliaries in Moorish armies, sometimes fighting in mixed units, other times in units made up entirely of militia. Being accustomed to their rugged homelands, Moors tend to make for hardy, if somewhat ill-disciplined, troops. These troops are armed with axes and protected by light armour and a shield.
{Moorish_Auxiliaries}	Moorish Axemen
{Morgannwg_Spearmen__descr_short}	Heavily armoured spearmen, their defensive qualities ensure they are excellent at holding the line.
{Morgannwg_Spearmen__descr}	Hailing from the Kingdom of Morgannwg, these heavily armoured spearmen enjoy the sense of security that only thick plate armour can provide. When engaged in frontline combat they specialise in containing their foes long enough for their allies to outflank and then break the enemy line.
{Morgannwg_Spearmen_}	Morgannwg Spearmen 
{Mounted_Arquebusiers_descr_short}	This mounted unit is capable of giving a volley with their improved versions of the arquebus, then following up at the charge with swords.
{Mounted_Arquebusiers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nTaking advantage of improvements in powder that can generate much higher muzzle velocities, this version of the arquebus is able to inflict considerable damage and panic when used at close range, and can penetrate almost any armour. This noisy, smoky and lethal weapon is so intimidating it can cause its targets to run in fear.
{Mounted_Arquebusiers}	Mounted Arquebusiers
{Mounted_Calivermen_descr_short}	These horsemen wield the midweight caliver and are equipped with brigandine armour and a sword for close quarters encounters.
{Mounted_Calivermen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nEquipped with brigandine armour and a sword for close quarters encounters, these horsemen have mastered the art of effectively using a firearm whilst riding at speed.
{Mounted_Calivermen}	Mounted Calivermen
{Mounted_Crossbowmen_descr_short}	Using smaller crossbows than the infantry, these units use their mobility to stay out of trouble while they reload.
{Mounted_Crossbowmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nForced to counter the quick and mobile missile units of the east, European forces have begun to develop lighter and more mobile units such as these Mounted Crossbows. Using smaller crossbows than the infantry, these units use their mobility to stay out of trouble while they reload their crossbows, as their rate of fire is no better than that of the infantry crossbow.
{Mounted_Crossbowmen}	Mounted Crossbowmen
{Mounted_Longbowmen_descr_short}	The advantage of being mounted allows a longbowman to flank his enemies and ride out of danger. Not to be mistaken for true cavalry though.
{Mounted_Longbowmen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nAlthough many longbowmen possess horses for transport, only a select few have sufficient skills in archery and horsemanship, to fire from horseback. Being mounted allows for increased mobility enabling the longbowman to out flank his enemies and ride out of danger. However, these men are by no means real cavalry and should be kept away from those that are.
{Mounted_Longbowmen}	Mounted Longbowmen
{Mounted_Sergeants_descr_short}	These veteran warriors wear light armour and are armed with a spear and a sword.
{Mounted_Sergeants_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nMounted Sergeants are the lesser armed cavalry that ride in support of the knights. They comprise squires, rich commoners, or lesser nobility that cannot afford the expensive armour of a real knight. Although they cannot compare to real knights in battle, with their spears and swords they can perform valuable service against lighter enemies.
{Mounted_Sergeants}	Mounted Sergeants
{Muire_descr_short}	Well equipped by their lords, these swordsmen protect and guard their masters in return.
{Muire_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nWealthy Irish landholders typically employ Muire to act as the protectors and guardians of their land. As such, Muire are amongst the best equipped infantry in Ireland, weilding fine swords and wearing heavy plate armour.
{Muire}	Muire
{Musketeers_descr_short}	The musket is an improved form of firearm. Firing a heavy shot to a good range, it causes fear, and can pierce any armour.
{Musketeers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nAn improvement on the arquebus, the musket is longer, more accurate and fires a heavier shot that can pierce any armour. Like the arquebus, it fires using a matchlock mechanism, a smouldering length of rope as a fuse that ignites the gunpowder in the pan. The noise, smoke and lethality of this weapon causes fear in its targets
{Musketeers}	Musketeers
{Mutatawwi'a_descr_short}	Wild and fanatical religious volunteers. Untrained and armed only with their zeal and a crude weapon these troops are reckless.
{Mutatawwi'a_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nMutatawwi'a are religious troops who inspired by their faith have volunteered to fight. Untrained, reckless and fanatical, these troops are poorly equipped with hand weapons such as cudgels. These wild warriors are more of a mob rather than a disciplined unit, eager to get into hand to hand with their enemy no matter the odds.
{Mutatawwi'a}	Mutatawwi'a
{Naffatun_descr_short}	These men throw deadly pots of flaming Naphtha that can seep through any armour.
{Naffatun_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nNaphtha is a mixture of chemicals that become a fiery liquid that is difficult to put out. These men throw deadly ceramic pots of flaming Naphtha that burst into flames on impact spilling a sticky molten mess that can seep through any armour. The prospect of a fiery death can unnerve even the bravest warrior.
{Naffatun}	Naffatun
{Native_Archers_descr_short}	Native troops armed with a simple bow and a crude stone axe.
{Native_Archers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThese archers are usually village hunters who have banded together to defend their homes. Equipped with a bow, stone axe and padded armour, these indigenous hunters train in the way of the bow from a young age and will protect their territory with zeal.
{Native_Archers}	Native Archers
{Native_Mercenaries_descr_short}	Armed with a club and a shield these mercenaries help fill in gaps in your battle line.
{Native_Mercenaries_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThese indigenous mercenaries are poorly equipped men who have formed into a group willing to fight for payment of some sort. Armed only with a club and some light padded armour, these men are good at absorbing arrows intended for your more expensive units.
{Native_Mercenaries}	Native Mercenaries
{Native_Warriors_descr_short}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nVery basic warrior armed with a stone axe and small shield.
{Native_Warriors_descr}	These are the indigenous warriors of the new world. Armed only with a stone axe and small shield, numbers are these warriors' greatest ally.
{Native_Warriors}	Native Warriors
{NE_Ballista_descr_short}	Resembling a giant crossbow, this powerful weapon can fling a javelin to a great range, skewering men with ease.
{NE_Ballista_descr}	These artillery pieces resemble giant crossbows, on a simple wheeled carriage. They can hurl javelins with great accuracy, and the power of these machines means that their bolts can pierce any armour. 
{NE_Ballista}	Ballista
{NE_Basilisk_descr_short}	Very powerful cannon with great range, damage and accuracy. Punishing against defences and units. Can fire solid or explosive shots.
{NE_Basilisk_descr}	This fearsome artillery piece is the pinnacle of late Medieval siege-gun engineering. With greater range, damage and accuracy than all the siege guns that come before it, no enemy emplacements can stand up to its fearsome bombardment, nor can enemy troops withstand its explosive shots. Generals should fear the gaze of the Basilisk! 
{NE_Basilisk}	Basilisk
{NE_Bodyguard_descr_short}	Well armed and equipped these elite troops have the task of guarding and fighting alongside their master.
{NE_Bodyguard_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\n\nThese are truly formidable troops whose task it is to guard their liege. Wearing mail, or early plate armour and wielding lances, these elite troops fear little on the battlefield and make fearsome opponents. Loyal and disciplined, this elite unit of heavy cavalry acunits the their master wherever he goes on the battlefield.
{NE_Bodyguard}	General's Bodyguard
{NE_Bombard_descr_short}	Primitive siege-gun forged of bronze or iron, can shoot solid stone or flaming shot. Inaccurate versus units.
{NE_Bombard_descr}	The first primitive gunpowder siege artillery, bombards were created in China and Western Europe in the early 14th century and spread to the rest of the world by the late 14th century. They are forged from bronze or iron, and designed to fire stone balls that crumble enemy defences. They also shoot inaccurate flaming balls wrapped in pitch-soaked rags, that can incinerate enemy troops!
{NE_Bombard}	Bombard
{NE_Cannon_descr_short}	The typical 'cannon' is powerful and good against both units and defences. Capable of firing solid and explosive shots.
{NE_Cannon_descr}	The archetypical cannon was used all across the world by the mid to late 15th century. Mounted on a large wheeled chassis and featuring a longer improved barrel, the cannon is far superior to the bombards that preceded it. Able to demolish enemy walls from a greater range and able to fire troop-killing explosive shells, the cannon is rightly feared.
{NE_Cannon}	Cannon
{NE_Catapult_descr_short}	Older style rock-flinging wooden artillery piece. Can throw flaming and normal shots.
{NE_Catapult_descr}	Constructed of wood and capable of flinging stones large enough to crush a man's head, the catapult was a common site on the ancient Roman battlefield. Now in the medieval era, the catapult is being replaced by newer and more powerful weapons.
{NE_Catapult}	Catapult
{NE_Culverin_descr_short}	Able to fire solid or exploding shots, the culverin is devastating against enemy walls and lethal against enemy troops!
{NE_Culverin_descr}	The Culverin is a type of bombard and a fearsome piece of artillery, first used in Germany. It utilises advanced metallurgy techniques, superior construction and better trained crews to outrange and outshoot nearly all preceding bombards. Able to fire solid or exploding shots, the culverin is devastating against enemy walls and lethal against enemy troops!
{NE_Culverin}	Culverin
{NE_Grand_Bombard_descr_short}	The Grand Bombard has increased range, damage and accuracy compared to the bombard.
{NE_Grand_Bombard_descr}	The Grand Bombard was created as an improvement to the bombard in the early 15th century. Made to be harder hitting and with longer range than its predecessor, this iron-forged piece of siege artillery is able to inflict punishing damage on enemy defences. Like its predecessor, it too can deliver flaming chastisement to enemy troops.
{NE_Grand_Bombard}	Grand Bombard
{NE_Late_Bodyguard_descr_short}	Elite knights hand picked to protect their master.
{NE_Late_Bodyguard_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\n\nThe combination of full plate armour, and later magnificent Gothic armour, a fully armoured horse and a lance, make these elite warriors mobile killing machines. These warriors are this man's personal guard, fiercely loyal and disciplined there is little this unit cannot take on and not come out on top.
{NE_Late_Bodyguard}	General's Bodyguard
{NE_Monster_Ribault_descr_short}	36 cannon barrels mounted on a wagon frame. Deadly short-ranged defensive gun capable of laying down a tremendous barrage.
{NE_Monster_Ribault_descr}	Italian inventors have been experimenting with mounting large numbers of gun barrels in one frame. This example features 36 mounted on a wagon much like the standard ribault. It is capable of firing in 6 shot volleys or a titanic 36 shot barrage, thus truly deserving the title of monster. 
{NE_Monster_Ribault}	Monster Ribault
{NE_Mortar_descr_short}	A siege weapon capable of firing over walls and plunging shots down on enemies hiding behind said walls.
{NE_Mortar_descr}	Resembling the iron bowl from which it gains its name, the Mortar was created to lob shots over intervening walls. Useful in dealing with units skulking behind walls for protection, or to whittle away besieging troops outside your own walls. The mortar's capabilities makes it an excellent siege weapon for both attacker and defender.
{NE_Mortar}	Mortar
{NE_Ribault_descr_short}	A small multi-barrel wagon mounted cannon. A good defensive tool able to fire in a nine-barrel barrage.
{NE_Ribault_descr}	The Ribault, also known as the organ gun due to its many pipes, is a fearsome spectacle on the battlefield. Armed with nine short-ranged barrels, it is often used in the defence of other longer-ranged artillery. Able to fire all nine barrels at once, it makes the enemy think twice before engaging!
{NE_Ribault}	Ribault
{NE_Serpentine_descr_short}	Light cannon designed for use against troops rather than walls.
{NE_Serpentine_descr}	The serpentine is so named, because its long slender barrel resembles a snake. This piece is designed for attacking enemy troops, rather than walls. Its long thin barrel gives it good range and accuracy, and its small calibre ammunition makes it quicker to reload than heavier pieces.
{NE_Serpentine}	Serpentine
{NE_Trebuchet_descr_short}	Giant rock flinging artillery piece. Capable of flaming and normal shot. Also able to fling diseased cows!
{NE_Trebuchet_descr}	The counter-weight Trebuchet is an evolution of the man-powered mangonel and catapults dating back before the 11th century. It has quickly spread throughout the world as an effective siege engine capable of lobbing large wall- crushing boulders. The Trebuchet is also able to fling such things as burning missiles and rotten animal remains to devastate enemy units.
{NE_Trebuchet}	Trebuchet
{Noble_Highland_Archers_descr_short}	The best Scottish archers available, armed with a bow, mail and hand axe, these archers are good in a fight.
{Noble_Highland_Archers_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nNoble Highland archers are the cream of Scottish archery. These nobles are trained from a young age in all manner of warfare but have taken a special interest in the bow. Armed with a one-handed axe in case they are engaged in melee and protected by mail these archers provide a decent hand to hand alternative once out of ammunition.
{Noble_Highland_Archers}	Noble Highland Archers
{Noble_Knights_descr_short}	Made up from the cream of France's nobility, these exceptional warriors are deadly in the charge, and unmatched in fighting spirit.
{Noble_Knights_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThese men are the elite of the French aristocracy, and can to afford the best in arms and armour, not just for themselves, but also for their horses. As the flower of French chivalry, they have an elan that is unrivalled. Proud and headstrong their usual tactic is an immediate charge. Simple, but devastatingly effective.
{Noble_Knights}	Noble Knights
{Noble_Pikemen_descr_short}	Well armoured Pikemen made up of Scottish nobles preferring to fight in the infantry.
{Noble_Pikemen_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nSince Scottish armies cannot field cavalry to match the English knights, they have found other ways to neutralise this threat, such as rows of brave men with long steel pointed sticks. These well trained, although sometimes reckless clansmen are armed with pikes, allowing them to present English knights with a wall of pointy death.
{Noble_Pikemen}	Noble Pikemen
{Noble_Spearmen_descr_short}	Equipped with a spear and a good shield, well trained and protected by heavy armour these troops are far superior to most militias.
{Noble_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nThese Spearmen are well armoured and trained troops, drawn from the richer classes of the Templar Brothers and far superior to most militias who are little more than levied peasants. Used widely by the Templar Brothers to garrison and defend settlements in the holy land, these troops are equipped with a spear and a big shield and are a useful addition to any army.
{Noble_Spearmen}	Templar Heavy Spearmen
{Noble_Swordsmen_descr_short}	Strong Scottish melee unit armed with sword and shield and wearing plate armour.
{Noble_Swordsmen_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nScottish Noble Swordsmen represent those of the nobility who prefer to fight on foot. Armoured in expensive plate and wielding a sword and shield, these skilled warriors provide a Scottish General a unit with staying power and attacking skill combined in one package.
{Noble_Swordsmen}	Noble Swordsmen
{Norman_Catapult_descr_short}	Older style rock-flinging wooden artillery piece. Can throw flaming and normal shots.
{Norman_Catapult_descr}	Constructed of wood and capable of flinging stones large enough to crush a man's head, the catapult was a common sight on the ancient Roman battlefield. Now in the medieval era, the catapult is being replaced by newer and more powerful weapons.
{Norman_Catapult}	Catapult
{Norman_Knights_descr_short}	Exceptionally fierce knights, wearing heavy mail, and equipped with sturdy lances.
{Norman_Knights_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nOf all the knights of Europe, the Normans are the most renowned. Their Viking heritage and lust for battle has led many to seek their fortune abroad, especially in Southern Italy. Here two adventurers, Robert and Roger Guiscard have established a formidable kingdom which employs many of their countrymen. The Norman Knight's exceptional ferocity, and heavy armour make him feared on any battlefield
{Norman_Knights}	Sicilio-Norman Knights
{Norse_Archers_descr_short}	Armed with a bow, a sword, shield and light armour, Norse archers are weak at shooting, but can stand their ground in melee.
{Norse_Archers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThese men have inherited a fine Viking tradition of bow-armed warriors. Drawn from the ranks of free farmers, they are able to afford some light protection, and a sword for close combat, for which they have far more appetite than other light archers. On the other hand, their bows are weak and of a simple construction due to the cold climate.
{Norse_Archers}	Norse Archers
{Norse_Axemen_descr_short}	Formidable axemen from Scandinavia. Equipped with two-handed axes and protected by heavy armour
{Norse_Axemen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nNothing screams Scandinavian more than a burly blonde man maiming an opponent with a rather large axe. Being as the axe is a favoured weapon of all Norsemen, it comes as no surprise to find the Danes field units exclusively armed with two-handed "Danish" Axes. Girded in heavy armour, Norse Axemen can absorb much punishment, before they dish out threefold.
{Norse_Axemen}	Viking Huskarl Axemen
{Norse_Swordsmen_descr_short}	Well armed and equipped Viking Landsmenn. Able to wear chain and plate armour.
{Norse_Swordsmen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThough the axe is a popular weapon for Danes, wielding a sword shows that the wielder is a man of worth. These swordsmen come from minor nobility and have superior training to the common troops. Their station means they can afford decent armour as well, all having at least chain-mail, and many upgrading to plate.
{Norse_Swordsmen}	Viking Landsmenn
{Novgorod_Nobles_descr_short}	These well trained warriors are protected by heavy armour and wield a mighty two-handed sword.
{Novgorod_Nobles_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nDrawn from the noble classes, these warriors are very heavily armoured foot troops who can cut a bloody swathe through nearly all infantry they will encounter. This elite unit is deployed by the Republic of Novgorod and often forms the vanguard when assaulting enemy battlelines.
{Novgorod_Nobles}	Novgorod Nobles
{Nubian_Archers_descr_short}	Coming from all over Africa these light troops are equipped with a bow and hand weapon.
{Nubian_Archers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nNubian Archers are African troops from the lands south of the Sahara, including Ethiopia and the Sudan. Most are slaves, but some are free troops serving for pay. They wear little or no armour but are armed with a powerful bow and a mace as a hand weapon. A wise General will use this unit to pepper the enemy with arrows, but will keep them out of harm's way.
{Nubian_Archers}	Nubian Archers
{Nubian_Spearmen_descr_short}	Useful for guarding flanks, these light troops are armed with a spear but little to no armour. 
{Nubian_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nNubian Spearmen are African slaves from the lands south of the Sahara desert, trained and formed into standing military units. They are brave and resilient, but lightly armed with short spears, shields, and lacking armour. While useful at defending flanks and dealing with light cavalry, these troops won't hold up in a prolonged melee.
{Nubian_Spearmen}	Nubian Spearmen
{Numidian_Cavalry_descr_short}	Fast and maneuverable light cavalry units, who hurl their javelins before closing in and fighting with their cavalry swords.
{Numidian_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nInfluenced by African light cavalry traditions, these tribesmen are equipped with light armour and javelins. These horsemen are fast and maneuverable, capable of employing a shooting circle tactic enabling riders to create a continuous cycle of firing. They hurl their javelins before closing in and fighting with their cavalry swords.
{Numidian_Cavalry}	Numidian Cavalry
{Obudshaer_descr_short}	Skilled Danish halberd unit armoured in plate armour. 
{Obudshaer_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nObudshaer are units consisting of single men created for use in foreign service. Armed with a halberd and bedecked in plate armour, these men provide stiff and bloody opposition to all who wish to do them harm. Their long halberds can fend off cavalry, and crush armour.
{Obudshaer}	Obudshaer
{Order_Militia_descr_short}	Prussian locals equipped by the Order. They are best used to fill the ranks and defend towns. 
{Order_Militia_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia. Type: Urban Militia. The Order recruited large numbers of native troops to serve with their armies. These contingents were invariably lightly equipped and the least effective of the Order's troops. They were however abundant and provided the bulk of the army and as often as not took the brunt of the casualties as well. The quality of these troops was also highly variable. The Border provinces of the Livonian territories provided an enthusiastic levy for the Order as they were usually employed to fight their traditional enemies the Estonians. The long held Prussian Provinces tended to provide the least effective levy, presumably as their fighting spirit had long been crushed by Order control. It was the provinces that bordered Lithuania and Poland that produced the best native troops and also the most revolts.
{Order_Militia}	Order Militia
{Order_Spearmen_descr_short}	Spearmen trained to deal with the threat posed by Eastern Europes cavalry.
{Order_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nWell aware of their neighbouring foes skillful use of cavalry, it is seen as a necessity that a unit of well armoured spearmen be available to the Order when required. These men have been trained to fill this role and enjoy nothing more than sending a man flying from his steed.
{Order_Spearmen}	Order Sergeants
{Ostmen_descr_short}	troops of Viking origin competent in the use of sword and shield.
{Ostmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nHaving successfully raided Ireland for many generations, Vikings have become an important part of Irish culture and many now call the Emerald Isle home. Ostmen are amongst these Viking raiders turned settlers, who now fight under the Irish flag, wielding their favoured combination of sword and shield and wearing armour varying in quality from lightly padding to heavy mail.
{Ostmen}	Ostmen
{Ottoman_Infantry_descr_short}	Hardy troops, well armed and well armoured, they fight with both bows and swords.
{Ottoman_Infantry_descr}	Quality: Superior (Combination).\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nOttoman Infantry are hardy troops, well armed and well armoured, they fight with both bows and swords, allowing them to pepper the enemy with arrows and then move into melee to finish them off. Their armour, and training in combat, means that this unit can hold its ground in a close up fight.
{Ottoman_Infantry}	Ottoman Infantry
{Papal_Guard_descr_short}	The Pope's personal loyal guard at home and in battle. These elite troops are armed with spears, mail armour and shield.
{Papal_Guard_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThese troops are the Pope's loyal guard, tasked to guard the Holy Father both at home and when the Pope goes to battle. Fiercely loyal these elite troops are armed with spears, good mail armour, and shield, and are able to form a defensive ring of spears.
{Papal_Guard}	Papal Guard
{Partisan_Militia_descr_short}	Effective militia equipped with some armour, and the versatile voulge.
{Partisan_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nThe voulge is a pole-arm related to simple harvesting tools but turned into a weapon of war. It is a hacking weapon of simple construction and easy to use, making it ideal for a militia garrison. Voulge Militia are reasonably well armoured, and able to defend themselves against both cavalry and foot.
{Partisan_Militia}	Voulge Militia
{Pavise_Crossbow_Militia_descr_short}	Crossbow militia armoured with mail and a pavise, and carrying a heavy composite crossbow.
{Pavise_Crossbow_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nThe crossbow is an excellent weapon for the militiaman, being easy to use, although slow to reload. These men carry a large pavise shield to give them some protection while reloading. Being relatively wealthy townsfolk, they can also afford decent armour. A certain number of militia can be maintained in a city for free.
{Pavise_Crossbow_Militia}	Pavise Crossbow Militia
{Pavise_Crossbowmen_descr_short}	These troops are armed with a large shield to protect them during the slow process of reloading their crossbow.
{Pavise_Crossbowmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nWhile the crossbow is relatively easy to use and powerful, it leaves the user quite vulnerable during the slow reload process. These men have large pavise shields on their backs, which they turn to the enemy while they reload.
{Pavise_Crossbowmen}	Pavise Crossbowmen
{Pavise_Spear_Militia_descr_short}	Well trained and equipped militia, wearing good armour and equipped with a spear, able to form a defensive ring of spears.
{Pavise_Spear_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nArmed with a spear and well protected by good armour, these troops are effective militia infantry capable of forming a defensive ring of spears.
{Pavise_Spear_Militia}	Pavise Spear Militia
{Pavise_Spearmen_descr_short}	Lower gentry serving military duty. Wearing good armour and equipped with a spear, able to form a defensive ring of spears.
{Pavise_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nMany of these Pavise Spearmen are made up of Hungary's 'Jobbagy', holders of a small fiefdom, serving their military duty as infantry because they are too impoverished to own or equip a horse. Armed with a spear and well protected by good armour, these troops are effective medium infantry capable of forming a defensive ring of spears.
{Pavise_Spearmen}	Pavise Spearmen
{Peasant_Archers_descr_short}	A peasant archer is armed with a small bow, and a knife. Unreliable, and only moderately effective as archers.
{Peasant_Archers_descr}	Quality: Peasant.\nType: Rural Levy (lacks formal military training, poor discipline and morale).\n\nWhile most peasants in Europe were levied into the army, at sword point if need be, some welcomed the opportunity to earn some pay, and travel. Their bows are designed for hunting rather than war, so are only effective against lightly armoured foes. They carry a knife for protection, but should be kept out of hand to hand combat, and will probably run away if any seems likely.
{Peasant_Archers}	Levy Archers
{Peasant_Crossbowmen_descr_short}	Peasant crossbowmen are armed with a crossbow, knife and if lucky enough, some armour.
{Peasant_Crossbowmen_descr}	Quality: Peasant.\nType: Rural Levy (lacks formal military training, poor discipline and morale).\n\nFar simpler to train in the use of a crossbow than a bow, many lords arm their peasants with crossbows to provide mass missile fire. Peasant Crossbowmen are equipped with a crossbow and have a simple knife for a sidearm. Lucky peasants are armoured in light mail, most peasants though are not lucky and are unarmoured.
{Peasant_Crossbowmen}	Peasant Crossbowmen
{Peasant_Spearmen_descr_short}	Comprised of free farmers. Trained and armed with spears but unable to afford armour. 
{Peasant_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Peasant.\nType: Rural Levy (lacks formal military training, poor discipline and morale).\n\nPeasant Spearmen, of "Fyrd" as they were called in Anglo-Saxon, are composed of free farmers called up to the service of the king. Unable to afford armour, these troops fight unarmoured making them soft targets for enemy archers, and not suited to prolonged melee. Nevertheless this unit has had training and can form a defensive circle of spears.
{Peasant_Spearmen}	Peasant Spearmen
{Peasants_descr_short}	In times of war peasants are forced from their farms and drafted into levies. Good cannon fodder.
{Peasants_descr}	Quality: Peasant.\nType: Rural Levy (lacks formal military training, poor discipline and morale).\n\nLife at the bottom rung of medieval society is not easy or healthy. In times of war peasants are forced from their farms and drafted into levies, and if they are lucky, given some kind of simple weapon to fight with. Unsurprisingly, peasants are undisciplined troops who are better at fleeing than they are fighting. 
{Peasants}	Peasant Infantry
{Pike_Militia_descr_short}	Pike Militias range from armed peasants to semi-professional well trained and equipped troops.
{Pike_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nThe pike-man is a staple of the late Medieval army, and the arms of militia mirror those of professional troops. Pike armed militia with a modest amount of training can hold a defensive position very well, though they need good support. Initially lacking armour and thus vulnerable to shooting, this unit can be upgraded to be much better protected.
{Pike_Militia}	Pike Militia
{Pikemen_descr_short}	A well trained unit of pikes can create an almost impenetrable wall of steel, particularly effective against cavalry.
{Pikemen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nA pike is long spear around 5m in length and used two-handed. A well trained unit can present enemies with a wall of almost impenetrable sharp steel that can stop a cavalry charge dead in its tracks, a fact not lost on latter Medieval armies. These troops wear the ripped tunics that were fashionable in the early sixteenth century.
{Pikemen}	Pikemen
{Pilgrims_descr_short}	Civilians making a pilgrimage to the Holy Lands, armed with simple bludgeoning objects.
{Pilgrims_descr}	Quality: Peasant.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nPilgrims are civilians, common folk, priests etc. who are undertaking a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. The undertaking of such a journey is signified by wearing a cross, normally sewn on to the right shoulder or chest. As non-combatants, 'unwilling civilians caught in a battle', these folk are poorly equipped with only simple weapons for protection.
{Pilgrims}	Pilgrims
{pirate_ship_descr_short}	A Pirate ship! Commanded by a traitorous Admiral seeking fame and fortune!
{pirate_ship_descr}	The Pirate ship is similar to a cog but used by traitorous admirals who seek fame and fortune for their own cause!
{pirate_ship}	Pirate Ship
{Pisan_and_Geonese_sailors_descr_short}	Sailors from the Italian communes in Crusader cities. Armed with whatever they can afford to own, usually little to no armour and a simple hand-weapon.
{Pisan_and_Geonese_sailors_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nExisting in the coastal cities of Outremer are the Italian communes who provide essential naval support for the Crusader States. Belonging to the various Italian trading states these self governing communes were granted to the Italian States in return for naval support. These sailors can be called upon to help defend their city and often take part in offensive campaigns as allies.
{Pisan_and_Geonese_sailors}	Marinae
{Polish_Guard_descr_short}	These highly respected and feared troops wear plate armour and are armed with a lance and a sword.
{Polish_Guard_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe Polish Guard are elite heavy cavalry who enjoy the benefits of superb training and improvements made in armour and weapons throughout the Medieval period. These highly respected and feared troops wear plate armour and are mounted on well armoured horses. These units are armed with a lance and a sword.
{Polish_Guard}	Polish Guard
{Polish_Knights_descr_short}	Well armoured and equipped, and practiced in heavy cavalry tactics these knights make a fearsome addition to any Polish army.
{Polish_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nPolish knights, "rycerz", are an example of the westernisation of Polish armies. These well trained and elite troops are well equipped with heavy mail or plate armour and lances, making them a fearsome addition to any Polish army. The Polish nobility were some of the best knights in Europe.
{Polish_Knights}	Polish Knights
{Polish_Nobles_descr_short}	These impetuous nobles have no hesitation in charging headlong into enemy ranks, often sweeping them off the battlefield.
{Polish_Nobles_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nImpetuous Noble heavy cavalry always eager to charge their enemies, these excellent troops switch to their swords for hand to hand combat. Brigandine armour gives them the same protection as contemporary knights.
{Polish_Nobles}	Piast Nobles
{Polish_Retainers_descr_short}	Wearing brigandine armour, and armed with a lance and sword, this unit is capable of devastating charges.
{Polish_Retainers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThese are the poorer and lower status cavalrymen that acunit the nobility to war. Unable to afford plate armour, these units wear brigandine armour, padded cloth armour lined with small metal plates, and are armed with a lance and sword. Trained in heavy cavalry tactics this unit is capable of devastating charges.
{Polish_Retainers}	Polish Retainers
{Polish_Shooters_descr_short}	Strzelcy, meaning shooter in Polish, are light horse troops protected by light armour using a small crossbow.
{Polish_Shooters_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nStrzelcy, meaning shooter in Polish, are light horse troops created to counter the fast moving forces from the east used by the Russians and Tatars. Protected by light armour and wielding a smaller crossbow to their infantry comrades, these units use their mobility to stay out of trouble while they reload.
{Polish_Shooters}	Strzelcy
{Late_Arquebusiers_descr_short}	This unit is capable of giving a volley with their improved versions of the arquebus, then following up with swords.
{Late_Arquebusiers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nTaking advantage of improvements in powder that can generate much higher muzzle velocities, this version of the arquebus is able to inflict considerable damage and panic when used at close range, and can penetrate almost any armour. This noisy, smoky and lethal weapon is so intimidating it can cause its targets to run in fear.
{Late_Arquebusiers}	Late Arquebusiers
{Portuguese_Knights_descr_short}	Elite and experienced knights protected by plate armour, barding and armed with lances and swords.
{Portuguese_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nExperienced in battle, thanks to the Reconquista, these elite knights are protected by plate armour, ride horses protected by thick felt barding, and are armed with lances and swords. Excellent in the charge, they are more than capable of dishing out a very unpleasant experience to any unit they choose to fight. 
{Portuguese_Knights}	Portuguese Knights
{Pronoia_Infantry_descr_short}	Basic light infantry equipped with basic armour, a shield and a mace. Useful melee troops, but susceptible to heavier infantry and cavalry.
{Pronoia_Infantry_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThe Pronoia are provincial troops who provide military service in exchange for land grants in manner much like the European Feudal system. While cavalry are the most common Pronoia troops, various infantry and missile troops are also raised this way. Probably holders of small land fiefs, these light troops are equipped with basic armour, shield and a mace.
{Pronoia_Infantry}	Pronoia Infantry
{Prussian_Archers_descr_short}	Professional archer unit
{Prussian_Archers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThese troops are equipped with a bow and sword and for defence they have a small shield.
{Prussian_Archers}	Archers
{Prussian_Spearmen_descr_short}	Trained and hardened mercenaries protected by a large shield and mail. Armed with spears and able to form a defensive ring of spears.
{Prussian_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nPrussian Spearmen are professional mercenaries, drawn from the lower classes. They have some skill in combat and are well equipped with long spears, large shields and mail armour. They're very solid defensive units, able to resist attacks from both foot and horse, so long as they are well supported. If necessary they can form a defensive circle.
{Prussian_Spearmen}	Prussian Spearmen
{Qilich_Arslan_descr_short}	Qilich Arslan and his bodyguard.
{Qilich_Arslan_descr}	The Sultan Qilich Arslan and his bodyguard.
{Qilich_Arslan}	Qilich Arslan
{Quapukulu_descr_short}	Elite household guards, well armoured and equipped with maces, Qapukulu make for tough opponents in hand to hand combat.
{Quapukulu_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nQapukulu, 'court slaves', are household cavalry regiments loyal to the Sultan. Formed from nobles' sons trained from a young age, the young men must pass entry examinations to join this corps. Once enrolled, these troops rank even above the Janissaries. These men are equipped with lances and maces, with both man and horse being armoured. Qapukulu are a match for any other cavalry in hand to hand combat.
{Quapukulu}	Qapukulu
{Reiters_descr_short}	Effective gunpowder cavalry, Pistoliers are armed with brace of long wheellock pistols and a sword, and protected by heavy armour.
{Reiters_descr}	Quality: Elite (Combination).\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nPistoliers are armed with a pistol and a sword, and well protected by plate armour. They first appeared in the German states, where they were known as Reiters (riders). After the enemy are softened up by close-range pistol fire, they charge in and finish them off the old fashioned way.
{Reiters}	Pistoliers
{Early_Reiters_descr_short}	Some of the first gunpowder-armed cavalry, Early Reiters are armed with a brace of pistols and a sword, and protected by heavy armour.
{Early_Reiters_descr}	Quality: Elite (Combination).\nType: Early Professional.\n\nSome of the first gunpowder-armed cavalry, Early Reiters are armed with a brace of pistols and a sword, and protected by heavy armour. They first appeared in the German states, where they were known as Reiters (riders). After the enemy are softened up by close-range pistol fire, they charge in and finish them off the old fashioned way.
{Early_Reiters}	Early Reiters
{Religious_Fanatics_descr_short}	A motley assortment of zealots and maniacs from amongst the common folk of Europe, travelling to the Holy Land.
{Religious_Fanatics_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nReligious fanatics are a motley assortment of zealots and maniacs from amongst the common folk of Europe. Banding together with other like-minded militant pilgrims, armed with clubs and other simple weapons, these undisciplined and unruly mobs flock to the Holy Lands, often tagging along behind armies.
{Religious_Fanatics}	Religious Fanatics
{Rhyfelwyr_descr_short}	Heavily armoured, strong attacking infantry, skilled in the use of the double handled axe.
{Rhyfelwyr_descr}	While Welsh infantrymen usually favour agility over strength, the Rhyfelwyr are not your typical Welshmen. Wielding a large two handed axe and the heaviest armour available to them, what these axemen lack in tact they make up for with sheer brute force.
{Rhyfelwyr}	Rhyfelwyr
{Ridire_descr_short}	These knights are from noble families, are well trained and equipped with a lance and mace.
{Ridire_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nRidire are knights of noble Gaelic heritage, and are afforded great respect in Irish society. As would be expected, these knights arrive on the battlefield well trained and equally well equipped. Favouring a light lance and mace, they fill the niche between light and heavy cavalry. 
{Ridire}	Ridire
{Ritterbruder_descr_short}	The most powerful knights in the Teutonic Order. They give rise to great dread in their opponents.
{Ritterbruder_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nRarely does one so holy appear so terrifying on the field of battle, yet these elite knights, some with horned helmets, cast an almost demonic visage. From a combatant's perspective there is no holiness about them, as any who move close enough to admire their exquisite weaponry and armour, feel an unnatural dread rising inside them.
{Ritterbruder}	Ritterbrüders
{Royal_Banderium_descr_short}	Armed with lances and encased in plate armour these loyal warriors act as retinues and bodyguards for royalty.
{Royal_Banderium_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nBanderium are troops that make up baronial retinues, the 'bandiera'. The elite of these bandeiras, usually nobles, exceptional mercenaries and high ranking members from other bandieras, make up the retinues and bodyguards of members of the royal family, the Royal Banderium. Armed with lances and encased in plate armour they are fierce and loyal warriors.
{Royal_Banderium}	Royal Banderium
{Royal_Mamluks_descr_short}	These men are the Caliph's guard and are chosen from the best Mamluk cavalry, making them the elite of the elite.
{Royal_Mamluks_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThese men are the Caliph's guard, chosen from the crack Mamluk cavalry and given further training to make them the elite of the elite. Many from this corps will rise to high office, and may even become Sultans. With their spears, maces and tough armour, these are formidable shock troops.
{Royal_Mamluks}	Royal Mamluks
{Rufus_descr_short}	Rufus and his bodyguard.
{Rufus_descr}	William's son Rufus, and his bodyguard of hand-picked knights.
{Rufus}	Rufus
{S_Archer_Militia_descr_short}	A type of trained civilian guard called, 'tzakones' responsible for protecting settlements, roads and forts.
{S_Archer_Militia_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nMembers of such militias within the Roman Empire, are not career troops but a type of trained civilian guard called, 'tzakones'. Responsible for protecting settlements, roads and forts, these archers are armed with a small bow and sword and wear padded armour. 
{S_Archer_Militia}	Archer Militia
{S_Peasant_Archers_descr_short}	A peasant archer is armed with a small bow, and a knife. Unreliable, and only moderately effective as archers.
{S_Peasant_Archers_descr}	Quality: Peasant.\nType: Rural Levy (lacks formal military training, poor discipline and morale).\n\nWhile most peasants in Europe were levied into the army, at sword point if need be, some welcomed the opportunity to earn some pay, and travel. Their bows are designed for hunting rather than war, so are only effective against lightly armoured foes. They carry a knife for protection, but should be kept out of hand to hand combat, and will probably run away if any seems likely.
{S_Peasant_Archers}	Levy Archers
{Sabadar_Militia_descr_short}	Equipped with axe and composite bow, these excellent, though quite unruly warriors, are Shi-ite militia from Central Asia.
{Sabadar_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nEquipped with an axe and composite bow, these excellent, though quite unruly warriors, are Shi-ite militia from Central Asia, whose homelands have come under Timurid domination, and now fight in Timur's armies. Reasonably armoured, these warriors are able to weaken their enemy with missile fire before moving in to finish them off.
{Sabadar_Militia}	Sabadar Militia
{Saethwyr_descr_short}	The first wielders of the longbow. Being totally unarmoured means they need to stay out of melee. Can lay stakes.
{Saethwyr_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nSaethwyr are the finest longbowmen the army of Wales has to offer. As the inventors of the longbow, the Welsh are among it's most skilful proponents. Though weak in close combat, they're deadly at range. Able to plant sharpened stakes in front of their position to keep enemies at bay.
{Saethwyr}	Saethwyr
{Saighdeoir_descr_short}	These archers are best at close range attacks, and wield light axes when engaged in melee.
{Saighdeoir_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nGaelic Archers lack the power and range of the Longbow which their neighbours have learnt to apply to great effect. These archers are therefore best employed as skirmishers at the edge of the enemy line, where they can strike at their target's vulnerable flank. When required, they are also capable of engaging their foes with light axes, a tactic which can often catch their opponents off-guard.
{Saighdeoir}	Gaelic Archers
{Saladin_descr_short}	The Sultan Saladin and his bodyguard.
{Saladin_descr}	The Sultan Saladin and his bodyguard.
{Saladin}	Saladin
{Sami_Axemen_descr_short}	Nomadic warriors recruited for their natural ability with the axe.
{Sami_Axemen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThe Sami are a nomadic group of people whose survival has long depended on their ferocious strength in combat. Norwegian General's are well aware of the Sami's skill with the axe and have made certain that the most talented Sami axemen are provided with Norwegian chain-mail and recruited to the ranks of their armies.
{Sami_Axemen}	Icelandic Axemen
{Samogitian_Axemen_descr_short}	The two handed axe is their weapon of choice, with heavy mail or partial plate being their preferred armour.
{Samogitian_Axemen_descr}	Hailing from the large western region of Lithuania known as Samogitia, these Axemen are amongst the heaviest infantry units available to Lithuanian armies. The two handed axe is their weapon of choice, with heavy mail or partial plate being the armour they are most often sighted wearing.
{Samogitian_Axemen}	Samogitian Axemen
{Saracen_Militia_descr_short}	Well armoured townsfolk, these spearmen can take care of themselves on the battlefield, and fill out any army.
{Saracen_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nSaracen Militias are richer townsfolk who have been levied into militia to guard their settlements. Better trained and equipped than most militias, these troops are armed with a spear and protected by mail. These are townsfolk who can look after themselves on any battlefield, useful for bolstering armies, with good defence against cavalry.
{Saracen_Militia}	Saracen Militia
{Saxon_Bodyguard_descr_short}	Guards to a Saxon Earl.
{Saxon_Bodyguard_descr}	A great Earl, and his bodyguard, these men are the closest confidants of their Lord and train at his hall in the art of warfare. Armed with the axes and heavily armoured these men fight to protect their Lord.
{Saxon_Bodyguard}	Earl's Huscarls
{Scandinavian_Guard_descr_short}	These well trained warriors are protected by heavy armour and wield a mighty two-handed sword.
{Scandinavian_Guard_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nMade up wholly of Scandinavians and Russians, these guards were initially a military levy unit which are now a permanent unit often used as royal bodyguards. These skilled warriors wield two-handed axes with vicious abandon, hacking down all enemies.
{Scandinavian_Guard}	Scandinavian Guard
{Scots_Guard_descr_short}	These Scottish troops are elite armoured longbowmen, and form part of the French King's guard.
{Scots_Guard_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThe 'Compagnie des Gendarmes Ecossois,' better known as the 'French Scots Guard,' are a great example of the term, 'the enemy of my enemy is my ally' as the enmity to England has given the Scots and the French common cause. These Scottish troops are elite heavily armoured longbowmen, and form part of the French King's guard.
{Scots_Guard}	Scots Guard
{Scots_Pike_Militia_descr_short}	Lowland Scots levied into a militia to defend their settlement. Armed with pikes for good defence against cavalry, but lacking in armour.
{Scots_Pike_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nThese lowland Scots have been levied into local militias to defend their settlement and bolster armies. Given some training and equipped with a pike, these units are useful against cavalry and can resist good infantry for a while at least. Their lack of armour and shields make them very vulnerable to archery though. 
{Scots_Pike_Militia}	Scots Pike Militia
{Scouts_descr_short}	Cheap to recruit and equip, scouts are useful for running down fleeing troops and scattering archers.
{Scouts_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nMore accustomed to working on foot, Scouts are untrained horsemen and as such not great fighters on horseback. Scouts wear padded or light mail armour and are equipped with a spear or a large axe, as the Danes are wont to do. Cheap to recruit and equip, scouts are useful for running down fleeing troops and scattering archers.
{Scouts}	Scouts
{SE_Bodyguard_descr_short}	Elite knights hand picked to protect their master.
{SE_Bodyguard_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\n\nThese truly formidable troops are the general's personal bodyguard who acunit him wherever he goes. Selected for their loyalty and martial prowess these elite warriors fear little and shrug off odds that would crush many other units. Wearing heavy mail or partial plate and wielding lances this unit is capable of devastating charges and riding down most foes.
{SE_Bodyguard}	General's Bodyguard
{SE_Late_Bodyguard_descr_short}	Elite knights hand picked to protect their master.
{SE_Late_Bodyguard_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\n\nThe combination of full plate armour, and later magnificent Gothic armour, a fully armoured horse and a lance make these elite warriors mobile killing machines. These warriors are the general's personal bodyguard, fiercely loyal and disciplined there is little this unit cannot take on and not come out on top.
{SE_Late_Bodyguard}	General's Bodyguard
{SE_Spear_Militia_descr_short}	Spear Militia are commoners and peasants levied into local militias to defend settlements and bolster armies, armed with long spears.
{SE_Spear_Militia_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nCommon throughout Europe, Spear Militia are commoners and peasants who have been levied into local militias to defend towns, roads and bolster armies. Given some training and equipped with a long spear and shield, these units are useful in support roles for heavier and better units.
{SE_Spear_Militia}	Spear Militia
{SE_Town_Militia_descr_short}	Town Militia are commoners and peasants levied into local militias to defend settlements and bolster armies, armed with short spears.
{SE_Town_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nThese men are commoners and peasants who have been levied into local militias to defend towns, roads and bolster armies. Given some training and equipped with a short spear and shield, though little armour, these units are useful in defence, but cannot be expected to endure for long on an open battlefield.
{SE_Town_Militia}	Town Militia
{Serbian_Hussars_descr_short}	Renown for their hit and run tactics, Hussars are equipped with light mail, shield, lance and sword.
{Serbian_Hussars_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThe first Hussars are thought to have been Serbian nobles seeking refuge in Hungary. Well renowned as elite light cavalry, those that remained in their native land prefer to take lucrative work as mercenaries, since they are much in demand. Hussars are equipped with light mail, shield and armed with lance and sword.
{Serbian_Hussars}	Serbian Hussars
{Serbian_Knights_descr_short}	These wild Eastern mercenaries are elite troops ready to fight for whoever can afford them.
{Serbian_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThese wild and fierce mercenaries are well armoured and equipped. They ask a high price for their services and like most mercenaries are not too fussy about their employers. Once they charge into melee and run down their foes, most lords will soon forget how much they paid for them.
{Serbian_Knights}	Serbian Knights
{Sergeant_Spearmen_descr_short}	Trained warriors, protected by a large shield, armed with spears and able to form a defensive ring of spears.
{Sergeant_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThese Spearmen are warriors drawn from the lower classes. They have some skill in combat and have been better trained and equipped than levied troops. Their large shields, and spears make them a solid defensive unit, able to resist attacks from both foot and horse, so long as they are well supported. If necessary they can form a defensive circle.
{Sergeant_Spearmen}	Spearmen
{Sergeant_Swordsmen_descr_short}	Trained and hardened warriors equipped with sword, shield and mail, effective against other infantry.
{Sergeant_Swordsmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nSergeant Swordsmen are professional warriors, drawn from the lower classes. They have some skill in combat and are equipped with swords, shields and mail armour. They make good defensive and offensive units, useful against both archers and other infantry. Their versatility and superior equipment compared to other units of their times comes at a higher cost.
{Sergeant_Swordsmen}	Sergeant Swordsmen
{Sherwood_Archers_descr_short}	Wielding a longbow made of yew, and able to hide in any terrain these men are excellent at ambushes, and are outstanding marksmen.
{Sherwood_Archers_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nHailing from Sherwood forest and trained in the hunt from a young age, these deadly archers have now turned their skills to hunting men. Wielding a longbow made of yew, these archers can spit a man at a hundred paces, this, coupled with their ability to camouflage themselves in any terrain, means they can lay many a terrible ambush.
{Sherwood_Archers}	Sherwood Archers
{Sibyan_al_Khass_descr_short}	These,Persian troops are elite horse archers. 
{Sibyan_al_Khass_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThese elite Persian Horse Archers loyally serve the Shah of Khwarezm.
{Sibyan_al_Khass}	Persian Horsearchers
{Sicilian_Muslim_Archers_descr_short}	troops comprised of Sicilian Muslims fighting for their city, equipped with bows and light armour.
{Sicilian_Muslim_Archers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nIn cosmopolitan Sicily, Greeks, Muslims and Normans live side by side in relative harmony. Valuing the protection of the King, the Muslim community provides the army with excellent archers. They are skilled wielders of the eastern style composite bow. They also carry swords, and have light armour.
{Sicilian_Muslim_Archers}	Muslim Archers
{Sipahi_Lancers_descr_short}	A better class of Sipahis, better suited to hand to hand combat than their archers counterparts.
{Sipahi_Lancers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nSipahis are feudal cavalry, holding land in exchange for military service. In western regions of the Ottoman empire especially, many Sipahis remained Christian. Lancers are drawn from the wealthier Sipahis who can afford the armour needed by close combat troops. They make solid cavalry who can ride down poorer quality infantry, while having enough mobility for flanking moves.
{Sipahi_Lancers}	Sipahi Lancers
{Sipahis_descr_short}	Medium armored horse archers, while less mobile than other horse archers, are better suited to hand to hand fighting.
{Sipahis_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nFaris (also known to the Turks as Sipahis) are feudal cavalry, land holders given nominal power over their fiefs, called timars, in exchange for military service. In western regions of the Ottoman empire especially, many Sipahis remained Christian. These horse archers are better armoured than their tribal counterparts, while not as mobile. This increased protection offers more opportunity for these units to enter into hand to hand combat.
{Sipahis}	Fari Cavalry
{Skythikon_descr_short}	Asiatic Nomads, who serve the Roman Empire as horse archers, wearing little armour and armed with a composite bow.
{Skythikon_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nSkythikon is the Roman term used to describe the mainly Cuman, Asiatic Nomads, who serve the Roman Empire exclusively as horse archers. Accustomed to being on horseback in the plains and steppes of Eastern Europe and the Black Sea region, these cavalrymen wear little armour and are armed with a composite bow and a small sword.
{Skythikon}	Skythikon
{Slav_Levies_descr_short}	Comprised of commoners from the lower strata of society, these levied troops are armed with spears and little armour.
{Slav_Levies_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Rural Levy (lacks formal military training, poor discipline and morale).\n\nFrom their origins in the east, the Slavic people have penetrated the length and breadth of the Balkan peninsula. Living in small scattered groups, they are often dominated by other ethnic groups, and forced to serve in their armies. These capable but unenthusiastic warriors fight in loose formation with spears and shields. Useful in support, they shouldn't be relied upon for the main line.
{Slav_Levies}	Slav Levies
{Slav_Mercenaries_descr_short}	Poorly trained and equipped mercenaries from Eastern Europe, armed with spears.
{Slav_Mercenaries_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nVarious Slavic peoples live throughout Eastern Europe and the Balkans. Many seek escape from village life by adopting the life of a soldier in the army of anyone who will pay. Capable but poorly equipped warriors fighting in loose formation with short spears, they are best used in a supporting role.
{Slav_Mercenaries}	Slav Mercenaries
{Slavic_Javelinmen_descr_short}	Good skirmishes, lightly armoured and fighting with a javelin and a short sword.
{Slavic_Javelinmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nRanged warfare in the Rus' was more widely used and a more valued tactic than in Western Europe. But every Slavic man couldn't afford a bow, or learn how to use one. The javelin is a perfect weapon for the common low status Slav who can use his brawn to hurl them into the enemy's ranks. Light and mobile; the javelin is an infantry standard. This unit can create an overwhelming effect if used in appropriate numbers. 
{Slavic_Javelinmen}	Slavic Javelinmen
{Soldatos_Reformados_Arquebusiers_descr_short}	This unit is capable of giving a volley with their improved versions of the arquebus, then following up with swords.
{Soldatos_Reformados_Arquebusiers_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nTaking advantage of improvements in powder that can generate much higher muzzle velocities, this version of the arquebus is able to inflict considerable damage and panic when used at close range, and can penetrate almost any armour. This noisy, smoky and lethal weapon is so intimidating it can cause its targets to run in fear.
{Soldatos_Reformados_Arquebusiers}	Reformados Arquebusiers
{Southern_Peasants_descr_short}	In times of war peasants are forced from their farms and drafted into levies. Good cannon fodder.
{Southern_Peasants_descr}	Quality: Peasant.\nType: Rural Levy (lacks formal military training, poor discipline and morale).\n\nLife at the bottom rung of medieval society is not easy or healthy. In times of war peasants are forced from their farms and drafted into levies, and if they are lucky, given some kind of simple weapon to fight with. Unsurprisingly, peasants are undisciplined troops who are better at fleeing than they are fighting. 
{Southern_Peasants}	Peasant Infantry
{Spear_Militia_descr_short}	Spear Militia are commoners and peasants levied into local militias to defend settlements and bolster armies, armed with long spears.
{Spear_Militia_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nCommon throughout Europe, Spear Militia are commoners and peasants who have been levied into local militias to defend towns, roads and bolster armies. Given some training and equipped with a long spear and shield, these units are useful in support roles for heavier and better units.
{Spear_Militia}	Spear Militia
{Stradiots_descr_short}	Armed with spear and mace, these unique troops are renowned for their ferocity.
{Stradiots_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nIn 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.
{Stradiots}	Stradiots
{Sudanese_Gunners_descr_short}	Hailing from all over Africa these well trained troops are armed with an arquebus.
{Sudanese_Gunners_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nSudanese Gunners come from all over Africa. Made up of slaves and freemen, these sought after troops are well trained and disciplined troops. Armed with an arquebus, this forerunner of the musket is capable of firing deadly armour piercing shots. This noisy, smokey and lethal weapon is so intimidating it causes morale damage as well as physical hurt.
{Sudanese_Gunners}	Sudanese Gunners
{Sudanese_Javelinmen_descr_short}	Good for weakening units and breaking up formations, but will quickly dissolve if caught in melee.
{Sudanese_Javelinmen_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nSudanese Javelinmen are African troops coming from the lands south of the Sahara. They fight in their traditional style, skirmishing with javelins while wearing little or no armour. Good for weakening units and breaking up formations, this light missile unit will quickly dissolve if caught in melee.
{Sudanese_Javelinmen}	Sudanese Javelinmen
{Sudanese_Tribesmen_descr_short}	Tribesmen from Africa armed with swords.
{Sudanese_Tribesmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThese African infantry fight in a loose formation with swords. Although lightly armed, they are fierce warriors in battle.
{Sudanese_Tribesmen_Mercs_descr_short}	Tribesmen from Africa armed with swords
{Sudanese_Tribesmen_Mercs_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThese African warriors fight in a loose formation with swords. Although lightly armed, they are fierce troops.
{Sudanese_Tribesmen_Mercs}	Sudanese Tribesmen
{Sudanese_Tribesmen}	Sudanese Tribesmen
{Sudovian_Tribesmen_descr_short}	With their primitive weaponry and armour, these men do little more than make up numbers.
{Sudovian_Tribesmen_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThe Sudovian people are a largely independent tribe who have little need to interact with those who have settled around them. However, through choice or by force, many have found their way into the ranks of Lithuanian armies. With their primitive weaponry and armour, they do little more than make up numbers.
{Sudovian_Tribesmen}	Sudovian Tribesmen
{Svenner_descr_short}	An inexpensive cavalry unit, useful for supplementing more expensive knights.
{Svenner_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThe expense required to train a knight often prohibits a General from deploying as much cavalry as he might otherwise prefer. In these cases Svenner, or "squires", may be called upon to fight alongside their masters. Whilst they are no match for professional knights, the advantage provided by even inexperienced cavalry can be enough to turn a battle.
{Svenner}	Svenner
{Swabian_Swordsmen_descr_short}	Mailed infantry from the province of Swabia. Armed with large swords they make for good offensive infantry.
{Swabian_Swordsmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nRecruited in the imperial province of Swabia these men carry large swords into battle and are armored in light mail. Effective against other infantry these troops should not be relied on for any other tasks.
{Swabian_Swordsmen}	Swabian Swordsmen
{Swiss_Guard_descr_short}	The Pope's personal loyal guard at home and in battle. Elite troops armed with halberds and protected by plate armour.
{Swiss_Guard_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThese troops are the Pope's loyal guard, tasked to guard the Holy Father both at home and when the Pope goes to battle. Fiercely loyal, these elite troops are armed with deadly halberds and protected by plate armour. Renowned all over Europe as excellent troops, the Swiss Guard are well suited to guarding such an important figure.
{Swiss_Guard}	Swiss Guard
{Swiss_Halberdiers_descr_short}	The most renowned mercenaries of their age. Armed with halberds, and exceptionally brave and fierce
{Swiss_Halberdiers_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThe Swiss are noted for their exceptional ferocity, fortitude and skill, and armed with the halberd they are the equal of any troops on the battlefield, and the master of most. The Swiss are the most renowned mercenaries of their age. 
{Swiss_Halberdiers}	Swiss Halberdiers
{Swiss_Armored_Pikemen_descr_short}	The most renowned mercenaries of their age. These later troops are more heavily armored, but retain their exceptional courage and ferocity.
{Swiss_Armored_Pikemen_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nAlthough pikemen are often regarded as defensive troops, the Swiss have mastered its use as an offensive weapon. Now more heavily armored, their exceptional ferocity, fortitude and skill make them the equal of any troops on the battlefield, and the master of most. The Swiss are the most renowned mercenaries of their age. 
{Swiss_Armored_Pikemen}	Swiss Armored Pikemen
{Swiss_Pikemen_descr_short}	The most renowned mercenaries of their age. Lightly equipped, but exceptionally brave and fierce
{Swiss_Pikemen_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nAlthough pikemen are often regarded as defensive troops, the Swiss have mastered its use as an offensive weapon. Despite having light equipment, their exceptional ferocity, fortitude and skill make them the equal of any troops on the battlefield, and the master of most. The Swiss are the most renowned mercenaries of their age. 
{Swiss_Pikemen_Mercs_descr_short}	The most renowned mercenaries of their age. Lightly equipped, but exceptionally brave and fierce.
{Swiss_Pikemen_Mercs_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nAlthough pikemen are often regarded as defensive troops, the Swiss have mastered its use as an offensive weapon. Despite their light equipment, their exceptional ferocity, fortitude and skill make them the equal of any troops on the battlefield, and the master of most. The Swiss are the most renowned mercenaries of their age. 
{Swiss_Pikemen_Mercs}	Swiss Pikemen
{Swiss_Pikemen}	Swiss Pikemen
{Sword_and_Buckler_Men_descr_short}	Superior swordsmen wearing light armour and an open helmet, and armed with a double-edged sword and buckler.
{Sword_and_Buckler_Men_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nRenowned for their swordsmanship, these infantrymen are protected by good light armour and an open helmet. Armed with a metal buckler shield and a double-edged, razor sharp Toledo made sword. These swordsmen are capable of breaking pike formations and wreaking havoc amongst less well armed and trained units. They do however, need to be wary of heavy cavalry.
{Sword_and_Buckler_Men}	Sword and Buckler Men
{Sword_Brethren_descr_short}	Strong swordsmen who are members of the Livonian Order.
{Sword_Brethren_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nServing alongside their like minded comrades in the Teutonic Order, Sword Brethren seek to remove the Pagan presense from Livonia and the surrounding regions. While conversion is the preferred method, these men often feel it is too slow a process and that the matter is best resolved with a sword.
{Sword_Brethren}	Sword Brethren
{Swordsmen_Militia_descr_short}	Trained levy troops equipped with light armour, shields and swords whose task it is to defend settlements.
{Swordsmen_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nSword militia are levied troops whose task is to garrison and defend settlements. Better trained and equipped than peasant militia, these troops are armed with swords and protected by light armour and a shield. Useful for dealing with archers and other light infantry.
{Swordsmen_Militia}	Sword Militia
{Swordstaff_Militia_descr_short}	Sword staff wielding militia armoured in plate.
{Swordstaff_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nThe sword staff 'svaerdstav' is a simple Danish pole-arm constructed by placing a sword blade on the end of a pole. Utilised by militias who are formed and trained in this unique weapon, it allows them all the potential of a sword but at a greater length which is perfect for garrisoning a settlement. Being armoured in plate also helps.
{Swordstaff_Militia}	Sword Staff Militia
{Szlachta_descr_short}	These nobles prefer to wield an axe in battle and to wear armour similar to that of their Western counterparts.
{Szlachta_descr}	Bajorija are members of the Lithuanian noble class who usually fight to accomplish what they believe are chivalrous goals or simply for the life and death adrenaline rush one can only experience on the field of battle. These nobles prefer to wield an axe in battle and to wear armour similiar to that of their Western counterparts.
{Szlachta}	Bajorija
{Tabardariyya_descr_short}	Normally found guarding the Caliph's palace, these axe-wielding warriors make excellent fighters.
{Tabardariyya_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe main role of the Tabardariyya is to guard the Caliph and the palace. Armed with a large axe, 'tabar', similar to a traditional Scandinavian axe. These well armoured, elite troops are formidable on the battle field too. 
{Tabardariyya}	Tabardariyya
{Tartar_Lancers_descr_short}	Tartar Lancers ride into battle dressed in lamellar armour and with a sharpened sword in hand.
{Tartar_Lancers_descr}	Having lost their homelands to the Mongol Horde, these Volga Tartars have made their way to Lithuania, where they now look to establish a new society. When called on to defend their lands, they ride into battle dressed in lamellar armour and with a sharpened sword in hand, determined to succeed at the task they have once failed before.
{Tartar_Lancers}	Tartar Lancers
{Templar_Confrere_Knights_descr_short}	Knights serving in the Templars for a short term equipped with a lance, mace and heavy armour.
{Templar_Confrere_Knights_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nConfrère Knights are knights who have joined the Templars for a short term and were permitted to marry in exchange for bequeathing half their estate upon their death. While equipped with a lighter lance than their lifetime serving brethren, these excellent heavy cavalry troops are no less fearsome in battle.
{Templar_Confrere_Knights}	Templar Confrère Knights
{Templar_Crossbowmen_descr_short}	Elite mercenaries equipped with crossbows, fighting for the Knights Templar. Equipped with crossbows and light mail armour.
{Templar_Crossbowmen_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThe Knightly Orders play a large role in providing troops in Outremer, including providing troops for the Knightly Orders .The Templars hired and retained for long periods of service experienced and trained crossbowmen. These troops swear an oath to the Order, which is binding for as long as their service is required and payed for.
{Templar_Crossbowmen}	Templar Crossbowmen
{Templar_Guard_descr_short}	Normally found guarding the Grandmaster's quarters or other valuable things or places in service to the Order, these sword-wielding elite warriors make excellent fighters.
{Templar_Guard_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nTo keep out inquisitive eyes of the Temple, Grandmaster Guillaume de Sonnac deployed a Guard at its gates. The Templar Guard consisted of the Order’s veteran Warriors, men which had proven their worth in battle. It is most rarely that these troops of the Temple are being called to fight among their brother Knights. But now, the Crescent united its powers against those of the Cross and the Templar Guard marches again. 
{Templar_Guard}	Templar Guard
{Templar_Sergeant_descr_short}	Templar Sergeants are troops unable to join the ranks of the Templar Knights. Armed with a spear and light armour, very effective against cavalry.
{Templar_Sergeant_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nTo be a Templar Knight one has to be the son or descendant of a knight. Templar Sergeants are professional troops unable to become Knights. Armed with a spear and light armour, these Templar brethren are very effective against cavalry and no less belligerent on the battlefield than their knightly brothers.
{Templar_Sergeant}	Templar Sergeants
{Templar_Spearmen_descr_short}	Experienced and well trained, equipped with good armour and a spear, able to form a defensive ring of spears.
{Templar_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nUsually these men, dressed in black and white linen, the Templar Cross emblazoned on the left side, where their heart beats for the order, fought on top of their horses, assisting their fellow Knight Brothers in Combat. But since the expansion and evolution of the Order, the mandate of the Knights Templar grew bigger! Their sole task no longer just to protect the Pilgrim roads which had to be done from horseback, but to fight, conservation of the Terra Sancta, guarding the holy sites of Christendom and fighting the enemies of God. 
{Templar_Spearmen}	Templar Spearmen
{Templar_Squires_descr_short}	Experienced and well trained, these mace wielding Knights Brothers wear medium armour and prefer to fight on foot.
{Templar_Squires_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nOne Squire is granted to a brother Knight Templar along with three horses. He is to serve him like a page and if too young to fight hold his horses in Battle. But there are those who left the phase in one’s life known as boyhood and enter the stage of manhood. Not recognized fully as brother Knights they first have to prove themselves in Battle. They are not granted a horse for it is easier to kill the enemies of Christendom from Horseback. Squires have to prove that they are worthy of being a member of the Order by serving as foot troops. Due to the fact that the brother Squires are descendants of noble blood they are equipped well, due to their status, mostly with mace and shield. They loge with other brother Knights, brother Sergeants and Turcopoles in the Commanderies of the Order of the Knights Templar in Outremer.
{Templar_Squires}	Templar Squires
{Templar_Zweihander_descr_short}	These well trained warriors are protected by heavy armour and wield a mighty two-handed sword.
{Templar_Zweihander_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nLiterally meaning two hander’s, in German, in reference to the grip needed to wield their massive swords. Zweihanders are very heavily armoured foot troops who can cut a bloody swathe through nearly all infantry they will encounter. This unit is deployed by the Order of the Knights Templar and often forms the vanguard when assaulting enemy battle lines.
{Templar_Zweihander}	Templar Zweihander
{Tercio_Pikemen_descr_short}	Superior armoured pikemen, known for their discipline and determination.
{Tercio_Pikemen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nTercio Pikemen are well renowned, highly disciplined professional pike troops with a fierce reputation, often supported by gunners. These pikemen are superior fighters equipped with a pike and protected by good armour. Able to present a wall of deadly pikes at oncoming enemies, this unit will give any charging cavalry second thoughts.
{Tercio_Pikemen}	Tercio Pikemen
{Teutonic_Knights_descr_short}	Ruthless Germanic knightly order, well armoured with lances and large maces, these knights love a good melee.
{Teutonic_Knights_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Religious Order (improved morale, reduced upkeep cost).\n\nThe Teutonic Knights are a German crusading order of knights committed to fighting infidels and pagans. Ruthless and unrelenting, they are the equal of other orders if not quite as disciplined. Wearing white surcoats with a black cross emblazoned on them, encased in heavy mail or plate armour, wielding lances and large maces, these knights love a good melee.
{Teutonic_Knights}	Teutonic Knights
{Theigns_descr_short}	Theigns are mail equipped spearmen who fight for Saxon rule.
{Theigns_descr}	Theigns are freemen farmers who own land of some substance. Required to own mail and shield, these Theigns also come equipped with a short spear for combat. Loyal to the Saxon throne these men will fight to defend their freedom. 
{Theigns}	Theigns
{Tlaxcalan_Archers_descr_short}	Archery unit armed with a simple bow and club. Wears padded armour and carries a shield.
{Tlaxcalan_Archers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nTlaxcalan archers are well equipped, compared to other South American archers, with a bow and a obsidian-studded maquahuitl club, so they can inflict severe injuries to lightly armoured opponents even after they have run out of arrows! 
{Tlaxcalan_Archers}	Tlaxcalan Archers
{Tlaxcalan_Mercenaries_descr_short}	Highly skilled mercenaries used as shock troops. Armed with a maquahuitl club and wearing padded armour.
{Tlaxcalan_Mercenaries_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThe Tlaxcalan mercenaries are considered high status troops amongst the Tlaxcala. They are highly trained indigenous warriors who can wield their clubs with great skill and are often used as shock troops. These troops wear padded armour called ichcahuipilli, and use a chimalli shield and a maquahuitl club.
{Tlaxcalan_Mercenaries}	Tlaxcalan Mercenaries
{TO_Bodyguard_descr_short}	Well armed and equipped these elite troops have the task of guarding and fighting alongside their liege.
{TO_Bodyguard_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\n\nThese are truly formidable troops whose task it is to guard their master. Wearing mail, or early plate armour and wielding lances, these elite troops fear little on the battlefield and make fearsome opponents. Loyal and disciplined, this elite unit of heavy cavalry acunits their liege wherever he goes.
{TO_Bodyguard}	General's Bodyguard
{TO_Late_Bodyguard_descr_short}	Elite knights hand picked to protect their master.
{TO_Late_Bodyguard_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\n\nThe combination a fully armoured horse and a steady lance, make these elite warriors mobile killing machines. These warriors are this man's personal guard, fiercely loyal and disciplined there is little this unit cannot take on and not come out on top.
{TO_Late_Bodyguard}	General's Bodyguard
{Town_Militia_descr_short}	Town Militia are commoners and peasants levied into local militias to defend settlements and bolster armies, armed with short spears.
{Town_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nThese men are commoners and peasants who have been levied into local militias to defend towns, roads and bolster armies. Given some training and equipped with a short spear and shield, though little armour, these units are useful in defence, but cannot be expected to endure for long on an open battlefield.
{Town_Militia}	Town Militia
{Transilvanian_Peasants_descr_short}	Fierce peasant volunteers from eastern Europe, armed with halberds that can pull a man off a horse.
{Transilvanian_Peasants_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Rural Levy (lacks formal military training, poor discipline and morale).\n\nHailing from the Carpathian mountains, these peasant folk are anything but docile farmers, and have an appetite for war. Bolstering armies for battles and prolonged campaigns these untrained and rowdy troops fight with halberds, and whatever weapons they have acquired in battle.
{Transilvanian_Peasants}	Transylvanian Peasants 
{Trebizond_Archers_descr_short}	Hailing from the edge of the Black Sea, these well trained archers or 'toxotai' wear padded armour and use a composite bow.
{Trebizond_Archers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nHailing from the edge of the Black Sea and plying their trade in the service of Constantinople, the second Rome, these men are recruited from the peasantry but well trained in the use of the composite bow. They are effective against light infantry and when grouped in large numbers can become a thorn in the side of any opponent. These are typically the most commonly used 'Toxotai' or 'Archers' by the Empire.
{Trebizond_Archers}	Trapezountoi
{Tsars_Guard_descr_short}	Household troops of the Prince and Grand Prince, these are formidable, well armoured elite Eastern European heavy cavalry.
{Tsars_Guard_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThese men are the elite of Rus' cavalry, being both the household troops of princes and grand princes. They are superbly protected by the finest Asian style lamellar armour, and along with their armoured horses, they are almost immune to the arrows of steppe horse archers. With spear and shield, they are formidable fighters in close combat.
{Tsars_Guard}	Prince's Guard
{Tuareg_Camel_Spearmens_descr_short}	Fierce and independent camel riding nomads armed with a spear but lightly armoured.
{Tuareg_Camel_Spearmens_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThe Tuareg are fierce and independent camel herding nomads from the Sahara. Tuareg men wear a distinctive blue or indigo veil that covers most of their face. These hardy spearmen are well used to riding camels and make excellent desert cavalry. Camels have an advantage over horses in melee as horses detest the smell of camels.
{Tuareg_Camel_Spearmens}	Tuareg Camel Spearmen
{Turkish_Archers_descr_short}	Used to hunting with a bow these troops are proficient with their bows, but will melt away quickly in melee.
{Turkish_Archers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nA mixture of settled tribesmen, farmers and conquered peoples, these archers come from the bottom end of Turkish society. Used to hunting with a bow and living a harsh existence, these troops are reasonably hardy and proficient with their bows, but will melt away quickly in melee combat. Useful for harassing enemy archers and flanks.
{Turkish_Archers}	Turkish Archers
{Turkish_Crossbowmen_descr_short}	Basic Turkish infantry equipped with crossbows and padded armour.
{Turkish_Crossbowmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe growing popularity of the crossbow in the Middle East, amongst both Christians and Muslims corresponds to heavier armour being employed more widely amongst troops, particularly cavalry. It is no surprise then to see the crossbow amongst the Seljuk, despite their reputation for light swift troops.
{Turkish_Crossbowmen}	Turkish Crossbowmen
{Turkish_Horse_Archers_descr_short}	Lightly armoured troops, who can pepper the enemy with arrows and use their speed to stay out of harm's way.
{Turkish_Horse_Archers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nAccustomed to life in the saddle these hardy bowmen come from the poorer level of nomad society and make excellent horse archers. Wearing little or no armour these highly maneuverable troops pepper the enemy with arrows, and use their speed to stay out of harm's way.
{Turkish_Horse_Archers}	Turkish Horse Archers
{Turkish_Javelinmen_descr_short}	Turkish Javelinmen are light troops used to harass enemy archers and enemy flanks from a distance.
{Turkish_Javelinmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nTurkish Javelinmen are made up of 'Azabs', meaning bachelors, which are recruited for campaigns and supported by money and provisions supplied by their home village. Wearing little or no armour Turkish Javelinmen are light troops used to harass enemy archers and enemy flanks from a distance.
{Turkish_Javelinmen}	Turkish Javelinmen
{Turkomans_descr_short}	Tribal Turkish nomads, accustomed to life in the saddle. These hardy bowmen have a fierce and unruly reputation.
{Turkomans_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nTribal Turkish nomads, accustomed to life in the saddle. These hardy bowmen have a fierce and unruly reputation. Although their composite bow is their main weapon, these fearsome warriors are happy to engage in melee if the odds are with them, especially after they have weakened and broken the enemy's formation with missile fire.
{Turkomans}	Turkoman Cavalry
{Turkomans_Mercs_descr_short}	Tribal Turkish nomads, accustomed to life in the saddle. These hardy bowmen have a fierce and unruly reputation.
{Turkomans_Mercs_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nTribal Turkish nomads accustomed to life in the saddle, who have become mercenaries. These hardy bowmen have a fierce and unruly reputation. Although their composite bow is their main weapon, these fearsome warriors are happy to engage in melee if the odds are with them, especially after they have weakened and broken the enemy's formation with missile fire.
{Turkomans_Mercs}	Turkoman Cavalry
{Turkopoles_descr_short}	Turkopoles are mercenaries hired by Christian forces in the Holy Lands for light cavalry duties, armed with bow and sword.
{Turkopoles_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nTurkopoles are mercenaries hired by Christian forces in the Holy Lands for light cavalry duties. Composed of Christianised Turks and Eastern Orthodox Christians, these Turkopoles are armed with a bow and sword, and are capable of adopting a shooting circle formation, which provides constant fire against the enemy.
{Turkopoles}	Turkopole Cavalry
{Ulster_Swordsmen_descr_short}	Powerful warriors and skillful swordsmen, they wield two handed swords.
{Ulster_Swordsmen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nTrained in the use of of the mighty Gaelic claíomh mór, these warriors from the Northern Irish region of Ulster are skilled swordsmen. Though not as strong defensively as their Scottish counterparts, what they lack in defense they more than make up for with a powerful attack.
{Ulster_Swordsmen}	Ulster Swordsmen
{Urban_Crossbow_Militia_descr_short}	Good quality militia carrying a composite crossbow.
{Urban_Crossbow_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nThe crossbow is an excellent weapon for the militiaman, being easy to use, although slow to reload. A certain number of militia can be maintained in a city for free.
{Urban_Crossbow_Militia}	Urban Crossbow Militia
{Urban_Militia_descr_short}	Equipped with a sword, well trained and protected by heavy armour these troops are far superior to most militias.
{Urban_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nThese Urban Militia are well armoured and trained troops, far superior to most militias who are little more than levied peasants. Used widely by the Alohas to garrison and defend settlements in Moorish occupied Spain and Portugal, these troops are equipped with a sword and are a useful addition to any army.
{Urban_Militia}	Urban Militia
{Urban_Spear_Militia_descr_short}	Well trained militia equipped with good armour and a spear, able to form a defensive ring of spears.
{Urban_Spear_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nThese Urban Spear Militia are comprised of more experienced troops with some armour and long spears, making them a tough defensive unit.
{Urban_Spear_Militia}	Urban Spear Militia
{Varangian_Archers_descr_short}	Armed with a bow, a sword, shield and light armour, these archers can also stand their ground in melee.
{Varangian_Archers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThe Rus', dominated as it was by forest, river and marsh land, relied heavily upon infantry. Rus' infantry made extensive use of archery. Their bows and arrowtips had influences from the Romans, other Eastern European nations, but most notably the Scandinavians. These hardy archers use large semi-composite bows covered in birch bark, creating a powerful weapon. An army of these men and the shower of hell they bring with them will leave all but the most noble men to confront them.
{Varangian_Archers}	Varangian Archers
{Varangian_Guard_descr_short}	The Varangian guard are superb two-handed axemen, protected by heavy armour.
{Varangian_Guard_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThe most famous of all Roman units, made up wholly of Scandinavians and Englishmen, The Varangian guard were initially a military levy sent to the Roman emperor from the 'Rus' which are now a permanent unit often used as imperial bodyguards. These superbly skilled warriors wield two-handed axes with vicious abandon, hacking down the Emperor's enemies.
{Varangian_Guard}	Varangian Guard
{Varangian_Spearmen_descr_short}	Varangian levy units to defend settlements and bolster armies, armed with long spears and big shields.
{Varangian_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nInfantrymen or peshtsi, were used for the defense of walls and gates, to cover the rear of the cavlary, and for many other civic jobs. The Rus' realized the need for a solid, well equipped infantry unit as the influence from the Germanic military orders grew. These men are frequently levied where presence of norse blood is high. Just as what this unit was created for, the Varangian Spearmen are best kept on a defensive role.
{Varangian_Spearmen}	Varangian Spearmen
{Vardariotai_descr_short}	Disciplined and highly trained, the Vardariotai wear light armour and fire a composite bow from horseback.
{Vardariotai_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe Vardariotai are drawn mainly from the Magyars that settled in the Vardar Valley, and their descendent's. Disciplined and highly trained, the Vardariotai are excellent horse archers. They wear light mail or brigandine armour and fire a powerful composite bow from horseback. Able to relentlessly pepper their enemies with arrows and use their mobility to stay out of trouble. 
{Vardariotai}	Vardariotai
{Venetian_Archers_descr_short}	Well armoured archery unit with powerful composite bows. Able to stand up to many melee units.
{Venetian_Archers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nWith their extensive trading contacts in the East, the Venetians are more open than most to eastern influence. These men wear European style armour, but use a powerful Asian style composite bow. They also have swords to deal with enemies who come to close.
{Venetian_Archers}	Pesante Archers
{Venetian_Heavy_Infantry_descr_short}	Armoured and equipped with a war hammer, this unit's task is to protect the far flung outposts of the Venetian empire. 
{Venetian_Heavy_Infantry_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nWell armoured, and equipped with a war hammer, these men are recruited to protect the far flung interests of the Venetian empire from many enemies, both at sea and on land. Their long hafted war hammers are designed to penetrate armour, making this heavy infantry unit a good choice for tackling armoured opponents.
{Venetian_Heavy_Infantry}	Fanteria Pesante 
{Viking_Mercenaries_descr_short}	Fierce mercenaries from Scandinavia wearing mail armour and armed with a wicked axe. 
{Viking_Mercenaries_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nGone are the days when the Vikings could bring a Kingdom to it's knees, with ferocious raids and plunder to rival a King's chest. This does not mean the vikings still cannot have their glory as mercenaries. Consisting of raiders who have "supplied" themselves with various different types of swords and armor, these men are self sufficient. The spirit of their ancestors still lives on in the battle-cry they utter which could cause common men to tremble.
{Viking_Mercenaries}	Viking Mercenaries
{Viking_Raiders_descr_short}	Wild and hardy warriors from the cold north armed with axes and light armour.
{Viking_Raiders_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThe medieval era sees the Vikings make way for feudal warriors, but there are still those who follow the old ways. These wild and hardy warriors live for battle, whether it be with an army or a smaller raiding force. Armed with an axe and light armour, these hard men from the north are an intimidating prospect on the battlefield.
{Viking_Raiders}	Viking Raiders
{Voulgier_descr_short}	Well equipped, these men make solid infantry, and their pole-arms make them effective against both foot and mounted foes.
{Voulgier_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe voulge is a pole-arm related to simple harvesting tools but turned into a weapon of war. Having a large, slightly curved slashing blade on the top, this weapon in the hands of Voulgiers can deliver severe and oft fatal wounds to any unfortunate victims. This weapon is effective against infantry and cavalry.
{Voulgier}	Voulgier
{war_galley_descr_short}	War Galleys are larger than normal galleys. Equipped with ballista or catapults.
{war_galley_descr}	Used throughout the Mediterranean since the 11th century. War Galleys are larger than normal galleys, and carry more tonnage as a result of being equipped with siege weapons like ballista or catapults, and having a larger compliment of oarsmen and troops onboard. The standard tactic for engaging is to disable the opposing ships' sails then ram and board it. 
{war_galley}	War Galley
{Welsh_Longbowmen_descr_short}	The first wielders of the longbow. Being totally unarmoured means they need to stay out of melee. Can lay stakes.
{Welsh_Longbowmen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nAs the inventors of the longbow, the Welsh are among it's most skilful proponents. Since their land is poor, many seek adventure and fortune in foreign armies. Though weak in close combat, they're deadly at range. They can plant sharpened stakes in front of their position to keep enemies at bay.
{Welsh_Longbowmen_Mercs_descr_short}	The first wielders of the longbow. Totally unarmoured means they need to stay out of melee. Can lay stakes.
{Welsh_Longbowmen_Mercs_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nAs the inventors of the longbow, the Welsh are among it's most skillful proponents. Since their land is poor, many seek adventure and fortune in foreign armies. Though weak in close combat, they're deadly at range. They can plant sharpened stakes in front of their position to keep enemies at bay.
{Welsh_Longbowmen_Mercs}	Welsh Longbowmen
{Welsh_Longbowmen}	Welsh Longbowmen
{Welsh_Spearmen_descr_short}	Fierce Welsh mercenaries, who fight unarmoured, equipped with a spear and capable of forming a defensive ring of spears.
{Welsh_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nAlthough better known for their archery, the spear is a popular weapon in Wales, and despite being lightly equipped, these men wield it with great effect. Willing to hire themselves out to anyone, including their old enemies the English, these Welshmen make valuable mercenaries. These wild troops are capable of forming a defensive ring with their spears.
{Welsh_Spearmen_Mercs_descr_short}	Fierce Welsh mercenaries, who fight unarmoured, equipped with a spear and capable of forming a defensive ring of spears.
{Welsh_Spearmen_Mercs_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nAlthough better known for their archery, the spear is a popular weapon in Wales, and despite being lightly equipped, these men wield it with great effect. Willing to hire themselves out to anyone, including their old enemies the English, these Welshmen make valuable mercenaries. These wild troops are capable of forming a defensive ring with their spears.
{Welsh_Spearmen_Mercs}	Welsh Spearmen
{Welsh_Spearmen}	Welsh Spearmen
{Woodsmen_descr_short}	Hardy folk from the forests of North Eastern Europe, armed with a large axe.
{Woodsmen_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nWoodsmen are a hardy folk from the forests of North Eastern Europe. These are tough men, accustomed to lives of hard work in an unforgiving environment. They band together with like minded fellow woodsmen to protect their homes and people in times of need. Armed with their tools of the trade, a large axe, they can hew down other light infantry, and inflict considerable damage on heavier foes. Especially dangerous ambushing in their native forests.
{Woodsmen}	Woodsmen
{Yeoman_Archers_descr_short}	English freeholders are required by the King to be trained in warfare, Yeoman archers are highly skilled ranged troops. 
{Yeoman_Archers_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nDrawn from English freeholders required by the King to be trained in warfare, Yeoman Archers are highly skilled ranged troops. Lightly armoured and equipped with a longbow for ranged combat, as well as wielding a large metal mallet for crushing armoured opponents in melee. Yeomen are able to lay defensive wooden stakes to help keep enemies at bay.
{Yeoman_Archers}	Yeoman Archers
{Zweihander_descr_short}	These well trained warriors are protected by plate armour and wield a mighty two-handed sword.
{Zweihander_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nLiterally meaning “two hander’s,” in German, in reference to the grip needed to wield their massive swords. Zweihanders are very heavily armoured foot troops who can cut a bloody swathe through nearly all infantry they will encounter. This unit is deployed by the Holy Roman Empire and often forms the vanguard when assaulting enemy battle lines.
{Zweihander}	Zwei Hander
{Noble_Sons_Cavalry}	Noble Sons Cavalry
{Noble_Sons_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nYoung mounted troops from the noble families of Lithuania. They fight with an axe and javelin, the latter thrown before a charge to decrease enemy strength and morale before clashing hand-to-hand. To defend themselves they are equipped with good leather or a light chain shirt and a shield.
{Noble_Sons_Cavalry_descr_short}	Mounted Noble sons fight with axe but before they can trow javelin to decrase enemy power.
{Lithuanian_Noble_Sons}	Lithuanian Noble Sons
{Lithuanian_Noble_Sons_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nYoung troops from the noble families of Lithuania. They fight with an axe and javelin, the latter thrown before a charge to decrease enemy strength and morale before clashing hand-to-hand. To defend themselves they are equipped with good leather or a light chain shirt and a shield.
{Lithuanian_Noble_Sons_descr_short}	Noble sons of Lithuania who fight with an axe and javelin, the latter thrown before a charge to decrease enemy strength and morale before clashing hand-to-hand.
{Ducal_Swordsmen}	Ducal Swordsmen
{Ducal_Swordsmen_descr}	Proud professional troops from the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. They fight with a sword and to defend themselves they have good shield and chain-mail.
{Ducal_Swordsmen_descr_short}	Professional troops from the Grand Duchy of Lithuania.
{Ruthenian_Archers}	Ruthenian Archers
{Ruthenian_Archers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nMany brave Ruthenian archers bolster the Lithuanian ranks. These professional troops are equipped with a bow and axe and for defence they have shield. So they can inflict severe injuries to lightly armoured opponents even after they have run out of arrows. 
{Ruthenian_Archers_descr_short}	An archery unit armed with a good bow and an axe. Wears leather or chain armour and carries a shield.
{Ducal_Spearmen}	Ducal Spearmen
{Ducal_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nWarfare demands the organization of strong garrisons where the best men are trained to fight. These troops are equipped with a simple helmet, a good spear and shield, some of them have trophy chain-shirts taken from dead foes. When defending, they are dangerous to enemy cavalry.
{Ducal_Spearmen_descr_short}	These troops fight with a good spear and shield. Effective against enemy cavalry.
{Lithuanian_Duke's_Bodyguard}	Lithuanian Duke's Bodyguard
{Lithuanian_Duke's_Bodyguard_descr}	Professional and loyal troops. They defend their master in battle.
{Lithuanian_Duke's_Bodyguard_descr_short}	Professional troops that defend their master.
{Noble_Cavalry}	Lithuanian Noble Cavalry
{Noble_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThese nobles are trained since childhood in the art of war. They have abandoned traditional ways, and adopted the latest western mixed with eastern techniques and equipment. Equipped with good armour, and armed with spear and sword, these elite warriors are a force to destroy enemy formations.
{Noble_Cavalry_descr_short}	These nobles are equipped with good armour, and armed with spear and sword.
{Ducal_Axe}	Ducal Axe Infantry
{Ducal_Axe_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nWarriors who through great skill and courage are allowed to carry two handed axes in battle. Even steel armor can be slashed. These professional axemen have powerful attacks and a medium level of defense.
{Ducal_Axe_descr_short}	These professional axemen have powerful attacks and a medium level of defense.
{Ducal_Cavalry}	Ducal Cavalry
{Ducal_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThese cavalry are fast and powerful.
{Ducal_Cavalry_descr_short}	These cavalry are fast and powerful. 
{Baltic_Spearmen}	Baltic Spearmen
{Baltic_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nEvery free man must become a soldier in times of war. Equipped with a spear and protected with a large shield, and after some training they become good defenders and powerful if they fight against enemy cavalry.
{Baltic_Spearmen_descr_short}	Good defenders and effective against enemy cavalry.
{Lithuanian_Skirmishers}	Lithuanian Skirmishers
{Lithuanian_Skirmishers_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nEvery single man can be used in warfare. These warriors have javelins and short swords. If not peppered by arrows, these Lithuanian troops act as excellent ambushers.
{Lithuanian_Skirmishers_descr_short}	Lithuanian skirmishers are very good ambushers.
{Lithuanian_Noble_Infantry}	Lithuanian Noble infantry 
{Lithuanian_Noble_Infantry_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nAs nobles, these men would of course ride into battle, but many would fight dismounted like in the old days. With their swords and mail armor, they are solid infantry and useful for killing enemy infantry.
{Lithuanian_Noble_Infantry_descr_short}	With their swords and mail armor they are solid infantry.
{ME_Cavalry_Militia_descr_short}	Encased in mail and equipped with spears and maces these troops are effective fighters.
{ME_Cavalry_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nWealthy Khwarezmian cities have many men capable of equipping themselves as heavy cavalry, and turning out as militia in time of need. Well equipped, they might be mistaken for professional forces, but while effective against other militias, no part-time soldier can match the skill of men trained from birth.
{ME_Cavalry_Militia}	Cavalry Militia
{Saracen_Archers_descr_short}	Used to hunting with a bow these troops are proficient with their bows, but will melt away quickly in melee.
{Saracen_Archers_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nA mixture of settled tribesmen, farmers and conquered peoples, these archers come from the bottom end of Khwarezm society. Used to hunting with a bow and living a harsh existence, these troops are reasonably hardy and proficient with their bows, but will melt away quickly in melee combat. Useful for harassing enemy archers and flanks.
{Saracen_Archers}	Saracen Archers 
{Armored_Spearmen_descr_short}	Trained and hardened warriors protected by a conical shield and heavy armor. They are able to form a defensive ring of spears.
{Armored_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional\n\nThese Armoured Spearmen from Khwarezm are professional warriors, drawn from the higher classes. They have some skill in combat and are well equipped with long spears, conical shields and excellent armour. They're very solid defensive units, able to resist attacks from both foot and horse, so long as they are well supported. If necessary they can form a defensive circle.
{Armored_Spearmen}	Armored Spearmen
{Persian_Spearmen_descr_short}	Fierce and hardened warriors protected by a conical shield and solid armor. They are able to form a defensive ring of spears.
{Persian_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nEquipped with a spear and a conical shield, these excellent, though quite unruly warriors, are militia from Persia, who have left their homelands and now fight in the armies of Khwarezm. Reasonably armoured, these warriors are able to hold the line.
{Persian_Spearmen}	Persian Spearmen
{Persian_Archers_descr_short}	Persian Archers shower the enemy with arrows, weakening and breaking formations before the infantry move in.
{Persian_Archers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nEquipped with a composite bow and a conical shield, these excellent warriors are militia from Persia, who have left their homelands and now fight in the armies of Khwarezm. They are expert archers equipped with powerful bows. They usually wear some light armour underneath their robes.
{Persian_Archers}	Persian Archers
{Kwarezmian_Cavalry_descr_short}	These Khwarizmi are well equipped and protected heavy cavalry who don't have to fear western cavalry.
{Kwarezmian_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThe cavalry from Khwarezm are known for their heavy armor and their fearsome warriors. They are well equipped and well protected troops and make formidable heavy cavalry. They don't fear anything and are able to compete with most western heavy cavalry.
{Kwarezmian_Cavalry}	Kwarezmian Noblemen
{Armored_Horsearchers_descr_short}	Both the raider and the horse are protected by excellent armour, giving these horse archers the best protection against enemy attacks.
{Armored_Horsearchers_descr}	Quality: Superior (Combination).\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nArmored Horsearchers units are expert bowmen that use evasive tactics to their fullest, much to the frustration of their enemies. Their excellent heavy armour is financed directly by the treasury of the Shah. When the need to engage arises, they make good use of their iron swords.
{Armored_Horsearchers}	Armored Horsearchers
{Dismounted_Imperial_Guard_descr_short}	These elite troops are the Shah's own bodyguard, equipped with the best armour and weapons available.
{Dismounted_Imperial_Guard_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe Royal Guard are the Shah's own elite troops. Given the best equipment, the Royal Guard is fiercely loyal and are the only troops allowed to carry weapons at all times. Besides ceremonial duties these hardened warriors are charged with protecting the Shah, as well as often taking on the most important missions or tasks within the Shah's army.
{Dismounted_Imperial_Guard}	Royal Guard
{Imperial_Guard_descr_short}	These elite troops are the Shah's own bodyguard, given the best horses and equipped with the best armour and weapons available.
{Imperial_Guard_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe Royal Guard are the Shah's own elite troops. Given the best horses and equipment, the Royal Guard is fiercely loyal and are the only troops allowed to carry weapons at all times. Besides ceremonial duties these hardened warriors are charged with protecting the Shah, as well as often taking on the most important missions or tasks within the Shah's army.
{Imperial_Guard}	Royal Guard Cavalry 
{Cuman_Noblemen_descr_short}	In the service of the local Khan, these noblemen are amongst the best missile cavalry available.
{Cuman_Noblemen_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nCuman Noblemen are elite warriors who can afford the best armor and weapons available. This versatility, coupled with good morale make them enormously valuable troops, able to look after themselves at close quarters if needed.
{Cuman_Noblemen}	Cuman Noblemen 
{Dismounted_Noblemen_descr_short}	In the service of the local Khan, these noblemen make excellent archers when dismounted.
{Dismounted_Noblemen_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nDismounted Noblemen are elite warriors who can afford the best armor and weapons available. Dismounted they make excellent archers, well protected, effective at range, but able to look after themselves at close quarters if needed.
{Dismounted_Noblemen}	Dismounted Noblemen 
{Pecheneg_Heavy_Cavalry_descr_short}	Encased in heavy lamellar and equipped with long spears and swords these nomadic warriors are formidable fighting machines.
{Pecheneg_Heavy_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nNomadic elite warriors, combining heavy armour, a strong warrior ethos, and a good charge, these units can be devastating on the battlefield.
{Pecheneg_Heavy_Cavalry}	Pecheneg Heavy Cavalry 
{Nomad_Archers_descr_short}	With little or no armour, these archers are best at weakening enemies from a distance with their powerful composite bows.
{Nomad_Archers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nEven without their horses, these warriors make for excellent and well disciplined missile troops. With little or no armour, these archers are best at weakening enemies from a distance with their powerful composite bows and moving in with small hand weapons when the enemy are virtually beaten, as these troops stand little chance in tough melees. 
{Nomad_Archers}	Nomad Archers
{Cuman_Heavy_Infantry_descr_short}	Protected by heavy lamellar armour and wielding axes, these fearsome warriors are excellent killing machines.
{Cuman_Heavy_Infantry_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nBrave and fierce, these warriors are the best infantry available for the Cumans. With their axes, heavy lamellar armor and shields they make excellent killing machines. 
{Cuman_Heavy_Infantry}	Cuman Heavy Infantry
{Daylami_Light_Infantry_descr_short}	These light troops are made up from inhabitants of the steppes. Unarmored but equipped with shield and a scimitar.
{Daylami_Light_Infantry_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe Al-Haqa are made up of inhabitants of the steppes. Egyptians and Arabs are not permitted to become Mamluks, while the sons of Mamluks are considered second class, as they were not born on the Steppes as "true Turks". Nevertheless the Daylami are important troops, often in service to their Shah alongside the Kwarezmians.
{Daylami_Light_Infantry}	Daylami Light Infantry
{Vlach_Javelinmen_descr_short}	Good skirmishes, lightly armoured and fighting with a javelin and a short sword.
{Vlach_Javelinmen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nRanged warfare in the Steppes was more widely used and a more valued tactic than in Western Europe. But every steppe man couldn't afford a bow, or learn how to use one. The javelin is a perfect weapon for the common low status Slav who can use his brawn to hurl them into the enemy's ranks. Light and mobile; the javelin is an infantry standard. This unit can create an overwhelming effect if used in appropriate numbers. 
{Vlach_Javelinmen}	Vlach Javelinmen
{Doppelsoldner_descr_short}	Very experienced mercenaries, protected by a heavy breast-plate and armed with a mighty two-handed sword.
{Doppelsoldner_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nDoppelsöldner are Landsknechts who are prepared to fight in the front line, taking an extra risk, in exchange for double payment. The stated ratio was that one Landsknecht in four would be a Doppelsöldner. Likewise, Landsknechts schooled in the use of the Zweihander, a massive two-handed sword, were entitled to double pay and thus qualified as Doppelsöldner.
{Doppelsoldner}	Doppelsöldner
{Cuman_Axemen_descr_short}	The two handed axe is their weapon of choice, with leather or light mail being their preferred armour.
{Cuman_Axemen_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nHailing from the large steppes of Kasachstan, these axemen are fierce fighters. The two handed axe is their weapon of choice, with leather or light mail being the armour they are most often sighted wearing.
{Cuman_Axemen}	Cuman Axemen
{Pecheneg_Tribesmen_descr_short}	With their primitive weaponry and armour, these men do little more than make up numbers.
{Pecheneg_Tribesmen_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nThe Pecheneg people are a largely independent tribe who have little need to interact with those who have settled around them. However, through choice or by force, many have found their way into the ranks of Cuman armies. With their primitive weaponry and armour, they do little more than make up numbers.
{Pecheneg_Tribesmen}	Pecheneg Tribesmen
{Late_Lithuanian_Spearman}	Lithuanian Regular Spearmen
{Late_Lithuanian_Spearman_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThese are the warriors of the pagan new way to get success in to battle. Trusted force of Regular spearmen are tryout to adopt western equipment and fighting style.
{Late_Lithuanian_Spearman_descr_short}	Trusted force of Lithuanian Regular spearmen.
{L_Regular_Infantry}	Lithuanian Regular Swordsmen
{L_Regular_Infantry_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nTrained troops with good western style armour, and razor sharp steel swords, make these men absolutely devastating against lesser troops. 
{L_Regular_Infantry_descr_short}	Professional heavy infantry, well armoured and equipped with a sword.
{L_Regular_Cavalry}	Lithuanian Regular Cavalry
{L_Regular_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nLithuanian Regular cavalry, of hand-picked veterans are tryout to adopt western equipment and fighting style.
{L_Regular_Cavalry_descr_short}	Lithuanian Regular cavalry are a reliable mobile force.
{Lithuanian_Axemen}	Lithuanian Axemen
{Lithuanian_Axemen_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nBrave Lithuanian light infantry with poor defense and simple armor, but with a powerful attack. They fight with axe and shield.
{Lithuanian_Axemen_descr_short}	Light infantry with poor defense, but with a powerful attack.
{Heavy_Hussars}	Husarze
{Heavy_Hussars_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nHussars began to replace the knight as the main striking arm of the Polish field army and at the same time they began to wear armour. Professional troops, equiped with a mail coat, helmet, shield, lance and sabre, while a significant proportion wears breastplates. Proud and headstrong their usual tactic is an immediate charge. Simple, but devastatingly effective.
{Heavy_Hussars_descr_short}	Heavy Hussars are professional troops, equipped with a mail coat, helmet, shield, lance, sabre and a solid breastplate.
{Mounted_Luchniki_descr_short}	Well equipped mounted archers. 
{Mounted_Luchniki_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nConstant contact with the peoples of the steppe led the medieval Russians to adopt the tactics of mounted archery. While well equipped, they are not as skilled as they're steppe counterparts and cannot use shooting circle tactics. The role of these horse archers was to scout and harass the enemy forces before the main army engaged. Alexander Nevskii made good use of his mounted luchniki at the battle of Lake Peipus in 1242, where the Teutonic Knights found themselves outflanked and under a hail of deadly arrows from these swift mounted warriors.
{Mounted_Luchniki}	Mounted Luchniki
{Heavy_Boyars_descr_short}	Richer Boyars of Novgorod who could afford heavier armour for themselves and their horses
{Heavy_Boyars_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles).\n\nNovgorod was situated between the east and west and was influenced by both. Hence, the cavalry in north-west Russia was more heavily armoured than in other parts, reminiscent of the heavy cavalry traditions of western Europe. However, only the richest Boyars could afford the heavy lamellar armour for himself as well as the armour for his horse. 
{Heavy_Boyars}	Heavy Boyars
{Novgorod_Home_Guard_descr_short}	 Novgorod heavy spearmen armed with long spears and heavy armour.
{Novgorod_Home_Guard_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nThe Novgorod Home Guard consisted of the richer citizens and merchants of Novgorod who, when drawn up into service, could afford better armour and weapons than most. Historically the Home Guard would only be drawn upon when Novgorod itself was directly threatened. Armed with long spears, shields and good quality armour, the enemies of Novgorod should beware when the Home Guard is brought into action.
{Novgorod_Home_Guard}	Novgorod Home Guard
{Boyars_descr_short}	 Nobles of Novgorod fighting on horseback.
{Boyars_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nBoyars are the noblemen of medieval Russia. Owning vast tracts of land, they are the equivalent of western European feudal lords. Like their western counterparts Boyars often fought as mounted warriors when their Prince went to war. At the battle of Kulikovo Field against the Mongols in 1382, nearly 500 Boyars lost their lives.
{Boyars}	Boyars
{Prussian_Axemen_descr_short}	Protected by mail armour and wielding axes, these warriors are excel at attack other lightly armed troops.
{Prussian_Axemen_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nHaving had their homelands conquered by the Teutonic Order, those Prussians who do not seek to rebel against their new rulers, instead look to prove their loyalty to them on the field of battle.
{Prussian_Axemen}	Prussian Axemen
{Prussian_Infantry_descr_short}	Protected by mail armour and wielding swords, these warriors are excel at attack other lightly armed troops.
{Prussian_Infantry_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nPrussian Swordsmen are professional warriors who now fight for the Teutonic Order. They have some skill in combat and are well equipped with quality swords, large shields and mail armour. Well supported, they will fight well. Unsupported they will most likely flee.
{Prussian_Infantry}	Prussian Swordsmen
{prussian_auxillia_descr_short}	ast skirmishers with javelins, best used to harass enemy flanks and fend off archers.
{prussian_auxillia_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nHThe Order recruited large numbers of native troops to serve with their armies. These contingents were invariably lightly equipped and the least effective of the Order's troops. They were however abundant and provided the bulk of the army and as often as not took the brunt of the casualties as well. The quality of these troops was also highly variable. The Border provinces of the Livonian territories provided an enthusiastic levy for the Order as they were usually employed to fight their traditional enemies the Estonians. The long held Prussian Provinces tended to provide the least effective levy, presumably as their fighting spirit had long been crushed by Order control. It was the provinces that bordered Lithuania and Poland that produced the best native troops and also the most revolts.
{prussian_auxillia}	Prussian Auxillia 
{Dismounted_Boyars_descr_short}	 Russian Nobles fighting on foot, armed with a sword and shield.
{Dismounted_Boyars_descr}	Quality: Elite. \nType: Feudal. When a Boyar lost his horse on campaign, or where the terrain did not allow the use of cavalry, Boyars would fight on foot as infantry. Armed with a sword and shield and protected by thick mail armour, Boyars are just as proficient fighting on foot as they are from a horse.
{Dismounted_Boyars}	Dismounted Boyars 
{Luchniki_descr_short}	Luchniki are excellent archers armed with an axe for close combat.
{Luchniki_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nLuchniki (archers) formed an important part of all medieval Russian armies, including Novgorod. Usually drawn from the ranks of younger men, the sons of the nobility could afford much better armour and weapons than their poorer counterparts. Luchniki can shower the enemy with a rain deadly arrows before engaging at close range with their hand axes.
{Luchniki}	Luchniki  
{Sulitsi_Cavalry_descr_short}	These Baltic tribesmen wear light mail or light brigandine armour and carry javelins and an axe .
{Sulitsi_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThe Baltic tribes of the area around Novgorod had a tradition of fighting from horseback with javelins (sulitsi) rather than with bows. Many times heavier than an arrow, these javelins can punch a hole through shields and armour with ease. When their dzhids (quivers for sulitsi) have been emptied, they can close to melee range and engage the enemy with axes.
{Sulitsi_Cavalry}	Sulitsi Cavalry
{Acontistae}	Acontistae
{Acontistae_descr}	(Ακοντισταί).\n\nQuality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Rural Levy (lacks formal military training, poor discipline and morale).\n\nMeaning "javelineers”. Acontistae are nothing more than peasants armed by the local ruler. They form the basic infantry unit of each province. Their primary weapon is a handful of light hunting javelins, but they are also armed with a wooden buckler and a small axe for when they are forced to engage in close combat.
{Acontistae_descr_short}	Peasants armed with javelins and a small hand axe.
{Acritae}	Acritae
{Acritae_descr}	(Ακρίται).\n\nQuality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nTheir name is derived from “acri”, meaning border. Acritae served as the border guards of the Empire and despite being ”thematical” (i.e. provincial) troops, they were paid as professionals as well as given land to tend (known as "economiae"). Acritae were some of the most common troops throughout the Empire and were usually armed with heavy javelins(martiuvarbulus),swords and padded or chain mail armour.
{Acritae_descr_short}	Professional troops armed with javelins and a sword.
{Mounted_Acritae}	Mounted Acritae
{Mounted_Acritae_descr}	(Ακρίται).\n\nQuality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nTheir name is derived from “acri”, meaning border. Acritae served as the border guards of the Empire and despite being ”thematical” (i.e. provincial) troops, they were paid as professionals as well as given land to tend (known as "economiae"). Acritae were some of the most common troops throughout the Empire and were usually armed with heavy javelins(martiuvarbulus),swords and padded or chain mail armour. Some Acritae were also formed as mounted units for increased mobility on the battlefield.
{Mounted_Acritae_descr_short}	Professional mounted troops armed with javelins and a sword.
{Alamanoi_descr_short}	Mercenaries from northern-central Europe, in the employ of the Byzantine Army, equipped with mail armour, longswords and heater shields.
{Alamanoi_descr}	(Αλαμανοί).\n\nQuality: Elite.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nSince the time of the Holy Roman Emperor Otto I, German mercenaries served in the Byzantine army as heavy infantry. Despite the usual bad relations between the Roman Empire and the "Holy Roman Empire" (predominantly over the name and the right of each ruler to be called the Roman Emperor), mercenaries from the numerous German states served in the Byzantine army from the 3rd to the 14th centuries.
{Alamanoi}	Alamanoi
{Archontopoulai_descr_short}	Heavy cavalry drawn from the sons of officers. Equipped with heavy armour, shield, lance and a sword.
{Archontopoulai_descr}	(Αρχοντόπουλαί).\n\nQuality: Militia (Fanatic).\nType: Urban Professional\n\nAfter the recent loss of the Empire’s provinces in Asia Minor, the Komneneans faced a serious lack of heavy cavalry. To remedy this problem, the Empire begun to recruit the underage sons of officers and nobles (often younger than 19 years of age). Although inexperienced, they were known for their religious zeal in battle, typified by the large metal cruxifixes that hung around their necks.
{Archontopoulai}	Archontopoulai
{Greek_Bodyguard_descr_short}	Well armed and equipped these elite troops have the task of guarding and fighting alongside the army's general.
{Greek_Bodyguard_descr}	(Αθάνατοι).\n\nQuality: Exceptional.\n\nPart of the Spartharii tou Vasileos, the Athanatoi were charged with escorting and protecting the Emperor, his family members as well as the Emperor’s most trusted or valuable generals. Their name means “immortals”, because their numbers always stayed the same. As soon as one of their number fell in battle, another soldier was transferred from another unit to take his place. Athanatoi are the best of the best of all the Empire's troops.
{Greek_Bodyguard}	Athanatoi (Bodyguard)
{Castrophilakae}	Castrophilakae
{Castrophilakae_descr_short}	Infantry armed with heavy armour, sword and wooden shield.
{Castrophilakae_descr}	(Καστροφύλακαι).\n\nQuality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nEvery Strategos (provincial ruler) had the responsibility dictated by the military laws of the Empire to recruit a unit of professional troops in order to guard the border fortifications and to enforce the law in the province. Their name comes from the greek word κάστρα, a generic name for fortifications. As professional troops they could afford better quality, heavier armour. Usually armed with a sword and a round wooden shield.
{Cavalarii}	Cavalarii
{Cavalarii_descr_short}	Mounted archers armed with a composite bow, sword and shield.
{Cavalarii_descr}	(Καβαλάριοι).\n\nQuality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nSimply meaning “horsemen”, Cavalarii is a generic name for cavalry serving in the Empire’s armies. Up until the early medieval period cavalry, such as this were used to directly charge enemy lines. However, the development of heavier armoured cavalry and the recruitment of turkopuli (troops of mixed greek/turkish heritage) changed the role that Cavalarii played to that of mounted archers, taking advantage of the turkopoles’ skills in the saddle. They were armed with a composite bow, sword and a round shield.
{Contaratoi}	Contaratoi
{Contaratoi_descr_short}	Basic militia unit armed with spear and shield.
{Contaratoi_descr}	(Κονταράτοι).\n\nQuality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nTheir name is derived from the Greek word for spear (kontos or kontarion). Contaratoi are the basic militia infantry unit of each thema (province) of the Empire. They make up the majority of each province’s armed forces. While not completely untrained, Contaratoi are still inferior to other, more professional units such as the Scoutatoi. Unlike the more professional units of the provincial armies they often use a larger variety of armour types, from cloth, to padded and even some chain mail Contaratoi are provided with a spear, shield and a metal helmet.
{Gasmuli}	Gasmuli
{Gasmuli_descr_short}	Latin mercenaries armed with crossbows and swords.
{Gasmuli_descr}	(Γασμούλοι).\n\nQuality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nIn the latter life of the Empire, Latin merchants often made their homes within the Byzantine cities they did business in, often taking Greek women as their brides. Their children were known as Gasmuli. Gasmuli had the reputation of being very skilled sailors and fearsome marines. They often took part in the city's defence as militia, often using crossbows and the swords as their weaponry.
{Latin_Handgunners}	Latin Handgunners
{Latin_Handgunners_descr_short}	Italian mercenaries armed with an arquebus and sword.
{Latin_Handgunners_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nIn order to protect their economic interests in the cities of the Empire where they lived, some Italian merchants recruited mercenaries from the Italian peninsula (mostly former naval crews and marines). As mercenaries they often employed the latest weaponry. The newly developed handguns and arquebuses were no exception.
{Latinikon_descr_short}	Western European cavalry fighting for the Byzantine Empire. Armed with lances and swords.
{Latinikon_descr}	(Λατινικόν)\n\nQuality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nSince the time of Justinian and the Roman reconquista of Italy many European warriors offered their military service to the Byzantine Empire. These included Franks, Goths and Lombards. However the most well-known Latinikon were the Norman knights that entered the Empire’s service after the first Romano/Norman war in Italy. These Norman knights brought to the Byzantine army the concept of the shock cavalry charge, a tactic foreign to the Empire's forces up until this time. Many times found to be untrustworthy especially when the Empire fought against Catholic states, but they were one of the most reliable against Muslim enemies. In Byzantine service, they often adopted armour and weapon styles from the Roman armoury.
{Latinikon}	Latinikon
{Mourtatoi_descr_short}	Turkoman archers armed with composite bows and swords.
{Mourtatoi_descr}	(Μουρτάτοι).\n\nQuality: Superior.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThe Empire almost always suffered from a serious lack of good and experienced archers. The Komneneans were lucky enough to have at their disposal the sons of some of the Turkish/Turkoman settlers within the Empire’s provinces. This gave them the opportunity to revive the "kursores-defensores" type of infantry units, armed with good composite bows, round shields and swords.
{Mourtatoi}	Mourtatoi
{Pronoiarii}	Pronoiarii
{Pronoiarii_descr_short}	Wealthy Byzantine landowners who can afford the best quality weapons and armour.
{Pronoiarii_descr}	(Προνοιαριοι).\n\nQuality: Elite.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles).\n\nContact with western European knights forced the Empire to equip their cavalry with heavier armour and stronger horses. To implement such a reform, the Emperor gave nobles larger tracts of land to farm (pronoiae), like those that the Scholarii had received. This system started to resemble the western European concept of feudalism. Pronoiars had the right to recruit armed squires with the obligation to join the Imperial armies in a time of danger. Some Pronoiars owned huge amounts of land and could afford large private armies, which sometimes fought against the Empire itself.
{Scholarii}	Scholarii
{Scholarii_descr_short}	Elite, heavily armoured cavalry armed with a heavy spear and amace.
{Scholarii_descr}	(Σχολάριοι).\n\nQuality: Elite.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThese fully professional troops, also known as cataphractoi or clivanophoroi (named for their armour), are the elite core of the imperial army. They were also known as vasilika tagmata ton ippeon or simply Tagmata. Scholarii were some of the heaviest armoured cavalry in history.
{Scoutatoi}	Scoutatoi
{Scoutatoi_descr_short}	Line infantry armed with a large shield and heavy spear.
{Scoutatoi_descr}	(Σκουτάτοι).\n\nQuality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nGreek and Roman units often took their names from the equipment they carried (e.g. hoplite is derived from the hoplon shield). In the Roman army the shield was known as a scutus. In the Byzantine armies, the troops who carried shields were known as Scoutatoi. These were the standard line infantry of medieval Roman armies and in addition to their large shield, they were also armed with spears and/or swords.
{Scoutatoi_Swordsmen}	Scoutatoi Swordsmen
{Scoutatoi_Swordsmen_descr_short}	Line infantry armed with a large shield and sword.
{Scoutatoi_Swordsmen_descr}	(Σκουτάτοι).\n\nQuality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nGreek and Roman units often took their names from the equipment they carried (e.g. hoplite is derived from the hoplon shield). In the Roman army the shield was known as a scutus. In the Byzantine armies, the troops who carried shields were known as Scoutatoi. These were the standard line infantry of medieval Roman armies and in addition to their large shield, they were also armed with spears and/or swords.
{Siphonatores}	Siphonatores
{Siphonatores_descr_short}	Heavily armoured troops wielding a hand-held siphon that shoots forth a jet of liquid flame.
{Siphonatores_descr}	(Σιφωνάτορες) Very few things are known about these Imperial troops. They were among the most trusted and loyal troops because of the secret weapon they wielded. It is known that they started as ship assault troops but that they soon were also used to defend and attack defensive walls. Their primary weapon was a hand-held version of the naval siphon that spewed forth a jet of lethal flame. Anyone caught in the path of the fire would suffer the worst burns to their body, not just because of the heat of the flame but because the greek fire would stick to their skin and clothing and continue to burn after the siphon finished firing. To help protect their secret weapon, Emperors would ensure that these troops were well protected in heavy armour.
{Spartharii_tou_Vasileos}	Spartharii tou Vasileos
{Spartharii_tou_Vasileos_descr_short}	Heavily armoured elite infantry. The personal guard of the Emperor.
{Spartharii_tou_Vasileos_descr}	(Σπαθάριοι του Βασιλέως).\n\nQuality: Exceptional.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nAfter Excubitors lost their dutyas Imperial guards and became one of the four Imperial elite units known as the Vasilica Tagmata, the personal guard of the Emperor was a small, mostly traditional unit called the Spatharioi. Their leading officer was known as Protospatharios tou vasileos and he carried the Emperor's sword in official presentations and ceremonies. The Spartharii had the Imperial armoury at their disposal, and hence they were one of the most heavily armoured units in the medieval world. However, many times the Spartharii seemed to be more loyal to the palace rather than the Emperor himself.
{Stratiotae}	Stratiotae
{Stratiotae_descr_short}	Professional cavalry armed with heavy spears, swords and shields.
{Stratiotae_descr}	(Στρατιώται).\n\nQuality: Average.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe cost of a soldier’s armour, weapons and horse as well as the time requirements for full military service forced the Empire to increase the size of the military farms (known as “mikrae pronoiae”) as payment These troops were the majority of the troops in any medieval Roman army. While armed with heavy spears, swords and good quality armour, Stratiotae were not shock assault cavalry like western European knights. Instead, they were mostly used as mobile strategic troops, used to attack an enemy’s flank and rear.
{Toxotae}	Toxotae
{Toxotae_descr_short}	Archer militia armed with bows, hand axes and a small buckler.
{Toxotae_descr}	(Τοξόται).\n\nQuality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nAccording to the standard military manuals of the time, each provincial ruler in the Empire had to keep a certain number of militia armed as archers to defend the province’s cities. As they are merely peasants, they are not armed with more powerful composite bows, so the damage they can inflict is limited compared to other archers in the Empire’s armies. In order to improve their survivability on the battlefield, some local rulers provide padded armour to their Toxotae, in addition to the standard bow, hand axe and small buckler.
{Varangian_Guard_descr_short}	The Varangian guard are superb two-handed axemen, protected by heavy armour.
{Varangian_Guard_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep).\n\nThe most famous of all Byzantine units, made up wholly of Scandinavians and Englishmen, The Varangian guard were initially a military levy sent to the Byzantine emperor from the 'Rus' which are now a permanent unit often used as royal bodyguards. These superbly skilled warriors wield two-handed axes with vicious abandon, hacking down the Emperor's enemies.
{Varangian_Guard}	Varangian Guard
{Skythikoi}	Skythikon
{Skythikoi_descr_short}	Mounted horse archers armed with powerful composite bows.
{Skythikoi_descr}	(Σκυθικόν).\n\nQuality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nMedieval Romans called all warriors that came from the steppe “Skythae”. The lack of experienced mounted archers forced the Empire to hire large numbers of these warriors to counter the superior mounted archery skills of it’s enemies. These warriors came from numerous steppe tribes including Pechenegs, Cumans and Turkomans. Skythikoi were paid either by annual payments known as rogae, or they were given a proportion of all spoils won in battle. 
{Menaulatoi}	Menaulatoi
{Menaulatoi_descr_short}	Specialist Menaulion pikemen.
{Menaulatoi_descr}	(Σκυθικόν)\n\nQuality: Average.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nSpecialist Menaulion pikemen trained and equipped to counter the heavy cavalry of the Empires's opponents.
{Kazaks_Mercs_descr_short}	 Kazaks are accustomed to being on horseback; they make good horse archers, but are vulnerable in melee.
{Kazaks_Mercs_descr}	 The Kazaks are a nomadic people whose existence is centred around livestock. Accustomed to being on horseback, it is no surprise they make good horse archers. They wear little or no armour and are equipped with a composite bow and a small sword. While good at peppering enemies from afar, they should be kept out of hand to hand fighting.
{Kazaks_Mercs}	 Mercenary Kazaks
{Spanish_Arquebusiers_descr_short}	This well-trained unit is capable of giving a volley with their improved versions of the arquebus, then following up with swords.
{Spanish_Arquebusiers_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Urban Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nTaking advantage of improvements in powder that can generate much higher muzzle velocities, this version of the arquebus is able to inflict considerable damage and panic when used at close range, and can penetrate almost any armour. This noisy, smoky and lethal weapon is so intimidating it can cause its targets to run in fear.
{Spanish_Arquebusiers}	Spanish Arquebusiers
{Templar_Longbowmen}	Templar Longbowmen
{Templar_Longbowmen_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nRecruited from the British Isles, these men make a very useful addition to the Templar and Crusader armies which lack the quality ranged units of their Muslim neighbours. A quality longbowmen takes years to train but seeing their bodkin arrows fill the battlefield sky makes the work worth it.
{Templar_Longbowmen_descr_short}	Superior long range unit with poor melee skills.
{Syrian_Auxilliaries}	Syrian Auxilliaries
{Syrian_Auxilliaries_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nAmong the paradoxes of the middle east, these men are Syrian Christians who fight for the Frankish lords of Outremer. They are mostly local men, not professional troops but pressed into battle because of the lack of manpower available to the crusaders.
{Syrian_Auxilliaries_descr_short}	Local auxilliary men armed with a crude axe.
{Norman_Cavalry}	Miles
{Norman_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThese men combine the traditions of the warrior culture of their viking ancestors and the heavy cavalry of their Frankish neighbours. These young men are the elite of Norman society, and follow their lord wherever he leads. They can be found across northern Europe, southern Italy and Sicily and even in the holy lands.
{Norman_Cavalry_descr_short}	Medium horse armoured in chain mail and carrying a lance and sword.
{Norman_Serjeants}	Norman Serjeants
{Norman_Serjeants_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nWhile the hallmark of the Normans is their heavy cavalry, Spearmen provide the backbone of thier armies. These serjeants are steady men, covered in chain mail and are especially handy against cavalry.
{Norman_Serjeants_descr_short}	Medium spearmen covered in mail and able to hold a line.
{Dismounted_Norman_Cavalry}	Miles Pedites
{Dismounted_Norman_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles, often impetuous or of low discipline).\n\nThese men are normally mounted but fight on foot for a number of reasons. The presence of these heavy swordsmen stiffens any battle line. As well, given the variety of terrain that the Normans fight on, a horse is not always an option. Covered in chain mail, they are well able to be the backbone of the foot section of Norman armies.
{Dismounted_Norman_Cavalry_descr_short}	Strong swordsmen armed with a quality sword and coverd in chain mail.
{Norman_Archers}	Norman Archers
{Norman_Archers_descr}	Part of the reason for the success of the Norman invasion of England was the variety of forces they could throw against the infantry-heavy Saxons. These continental archers played an important role in the fight, as Harold Godwinson was killed by a Norman arrow in the eye. They continue to serve their lords as a valuable component of the army.
{Norman_Archers_descr_short}	Armoured archers, good defense but armed with short bows and average attack.
{Norman_Crossbowmen}	Flemish Crossbowmen
{Norman_Crossbowmen_descr}	The Normans are nothing if not adaptive. Following the lead of their contintental neighbours and foes, the Normans employ crossbowmen in their armies. The crossbow is a relatively new weapon in Northern Europe and the Normans employ these professionals from Flanders, rather than training their own. The crossbow would end up following the Normans around Europe and the mediterranean world.
{Norman_Crossbowmen_descr_short}	Average crossbowmen, with good stopping power and armour piercing ability.
{Militia_Serjeants}	Militia Serjeants
{Militia_Serjeants_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nMilitia formations are supplied by the people of growing towns, drawn from amongst the apprentices. Armed with fearsome polearms, they can do significant damage to enemies, but their training is not always of the highest. They can do well against lesser troops, but will quail before more professional soldiery.
{Militia_Serjeants_descr_short}	Polearmed militia quality units.
{NE_Urban_Militia}	Urban Militias
{NE_Urban_Militia_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nAs cities and trade grow, so does the need for local defence. Some towns and cities can provide a locally raised force, recruited from among apprentices and journeymen. While they only have limited training, their polearms give them an advantage against armoured troops, and they are more disciplined than peasantry.
{NE_Urban_Militia_descr_short}	Two-handed axe armed townspeople
{Squires}	Squires
{Squires_descr}	Squires are young man of 13 or 14 who aspired to the rank of knighthood. Drawn from the noble families around a Lord's castle, these young men spend time carrying equipment and tending to a knights horse. Once they reach age, these squires, if from good families and of martial ability, may be knighted by their lord. 
{Squires_descr_short}	Young men, knights in training with maces and sheilds.
{Breton_Light_Cavalry}	Breton Light Cavalry
{Breton_Light_Cavalry_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nAlthough largely a French vassal, the Bretons remained semi-independent for much of the middle ages by transferring loyalties between the Normans, English and French depending on the situation. These men fight much as their Celtic ancestors would have-as javelin armed light cavalry. However, they have learned a few things from thier Frankish neighbours and they can also engage with spears once their javelins are exhausted.
{Breton_Light_Cavalry_descr_short}	Mobile javelin and spear armed cavalry
{Fyrd_Spearmen}	Fyrd Spearmen
{Fyrd_Spearmen_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Rural Levy (lacks formal military training, poor discipline and morale).\n\nAlthough a renmant from Anglo-Saxon days, the new rulers of England have cause to bring the common man to arms as well. With the huscarls, theigns and most of the old aristocracy dead or moved on, these men have little choice but to follow the Norman lords where they command.
{Fyrd_Spearmen_descr_short}	Peasant Spearmen, poor armour but can stand up to light cavalry.
{Drengjar_descr_short}	Viking commoners levied into military service, with only basic equipment.
{Drengjar_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nViking Drengjar are commoners levied into military service, with only basic equipment. However, according to their fierce viking heritage they can be aggressive on the battlefield and should not be underestimated.
{Drengjar}	Viking Drengjar
{Turkish_Ghulams_descr_short}	These slave troops are reliable heavy cavalry, equipped with heavy mail, lance and a mace.
{Turkish_Ghulams_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Late Professional (increased training time based on unit type and quality, higher proportion of disciplined units).\n\nThe Ghulams are troops largely drawn from captured slaves. Trained and kept at their "master's" expense, Ghulams are given their freedom once they reach a certain standard and are then kept on as their "master's" personal guard. These troops are well trained heavy cavalry, protected by heavy mail and equipped with a lance and a mace.
{Turkish_Ghulams}	Turkish Ghulam Cavalry
{mon_habutu_cav_descr_short}	One of the most numerous mongolian warriors, light horse archers
{mon_habutu_cav_descr}	Mongolian men care for their herds, hunt and practice archery. They are all, old and young, good archers and all are excellent riders, for they start to ride almost at birth. These common men are loath to fight hand-to-hand, prefering to shoot and kill from a safe distance, picking off the enemy like so much meat. 
{mon_habutu_cav}	Khabutu
{mon_habutu_inf_descr_short}	Light archers armed with deadly composite bows
{mon_habutu_inf_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local.\n\nExperienced and disciplined warriors, they cause the enemy palpable damage with their clouds of iron-tipped arrows. They break the enemy from a distance, but can also fight hand-to-hand, though their light armor is not a very good defence. 
{mon_habutu_inf}	Dismounted Khabutu Archers
{mon_horchi_cav_descr_short}	Mounted archers in heavy armor
{mon_horchi_cav_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThe elite of the Khan's bodyguard, these quiver-bearers, elite archers, command respect and distance on field of battle. They sacrifice mobility for heavy armor, but, in exchange, they become fierceome oponents in hand-to-hand fighting as well. 
{mon_horchi_cav}	Khorchi 
{mon_horchi_inf_descr_short}	Archers in heavy armor  
{mon_horchi_inf_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThese elite warriors are no less fierceome oponents when dismounted. In heavy armor, armed with mace and bow, their apperence on the battle field was cause in itself for fear. 
{mon_horchi_inf}	Dismounted Khorchi 
{mon_hoshiga_descr_short}	Hoshiga, vanguard formed of light horse archers. 
{mon_hoshiga_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local.\n\nUsed as the vanguard of Mongolian armies, these warriors bore nothing besides their swift horse and their bow. With no armor, they avoid hand-to-hand combat, prefering to circle and shoot the enemy from a distance. 
{mon_hoshiga}	Hoshiga
{mon_hoshuchi_descr_short}	Armored in light leather or chain armor and armed with spears and daggers
{mon_hoshuchi_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local.\n\nArmored in light leather or chain armor and armed with spears and daggers, these warriors were very mobile. Consisting of the bravest warriors and with the fastest mounts, they were used for surprise flanking attacks. 
{mon_hoshuchi}	Hohuchi
{mon_kashtim_descr_short}	Light infantry made up of conquered peoples. 
{mon_kashtim_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Urban Militia.\n\nMade up of prisoners and peoples of conquered lands, these lightly armed men are used primaraly as cannon-fodder, when and where needed. For their death is unremarked by the Khan, their are always more where they came from. 
{mon_kashtim}	Kishtim
{mon_keshikten_descr_short}	Brave and loyal bodyguards. 
{mon_keshikten_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nWhen readying for war with the Jin dynasty, Ghengis Khan created an imperial bodyguard from his finest, bravest and most loyal troops - the keshik. Armored in heavy armor, on armored horses, the keshik charge was as unstobable as it was terrifying. There is now power in the world capable of standing against them. 
{mon_keshikten}	Keshik
{mon_lubchiten_descr_short}	The most numerous of mongol warriors. 
{mon_lubchiten_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Local.\n\nThe wide open spaces of the steppes and the nomadic way of life leads to a supremacy of the mounted light horse archer. Armed in light leather and a composite bow. Upon meeting the enemy, each man shoots three or four arrows and, if they see that victory cannot be achieved in a fair fight, they pretend to flee, trying to draw the enemy into an ambush. 
{mon_lubchiten}	Lubchiten
{mon_mergen_descr_short}	All Mongols are masters at the bow. But these men are the masters amongst masters. 
{mon_mergen_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nAll Mongols are masters at the bow. But these men are the masters amongst masters. These warriors were used to pick off the best of the enemy at the begining of battle. No one can make their arrows fly truer or farther. 
{mon_mergen}	Merguen
{mon_nukeri_descr_short}	Nukeri
{mon_nukeri_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Local.\n\nThese well trained, elite men in their light armor are capable of darkening the skies with their clouds of arrows. Armed with at least a composite bow with three full quivers of arrows and curved sabers. 
{mon_nukeri}	Nukeri
{mon_torhaguti_cav_descr_short}	Turhagut
{mon_torhaguti_cav_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nHeavily armed men who keep the day watch. Experienced men armored in a lamellar cuirass called a 'khuyad', they never let an enemy closer than what is needed for a thrust of their spear, or a bite of their gulda. But not only are these warriors protected, their war-trained mounts are as well.  
{mon_torhaguti_cav}	Turhagut
{mon_torhaguti_inf_descr_short}	Dismounted Turhagut
{mon_torhaguti_inf_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nAs the hawk cannot fly without wings, so is the rider is weak and grounded without his mount. But if the Khan commands it, these men will do it. These dismounted warriors armored in heavy lamellar protect themselves from arrows with large rectangular shields. Who dares to confront these men? 
{mon_torhaguti_inf}	Dismounted Turhagut
{Polotsk_Boyar_Druzhina_descr_short}	Polotsk Boyar Druzhina
{Polotsk_Boyar_Druzhina_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nHeavily armed cavalry, famous in deed and song "For ye have iron cuirasses beneath your Latin helmets. Through them the earth trembled and many countries, Hinowice, Lithuania, the Yatvyagi, the men of Dremble; and the Polovtsy threw down their maces and bowed their heads beneath those steel swords." Armoured in the famous russian chainmail of great quality, triangular shields, swords and throwing spears. 
{Polotsk_Boyar_Druzhina}	Polotsk Boyar Druzhina
{sib_junior_militia_descr_short}	Sibiryaki Junior Militia 
{sib_junior_militia_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nThe major craft in Siberia is hunting, and this is why the people of this land are master hunters, killing squirrels with a shaft through the eye in order to save the fur. In times of war, these men take their bows and their skill on to the field of battle. With no armor, they rely on speed and distance to protect them.  
{sib_junior_militia}	Sibiryaki Junior Militia
{sib_senior_militia_descr_short}	Sibiryaki Senior Militia 
{sib_senior_militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nHeavy pikemen armed with a descendant of the hunting spear: their pikes have protruding wings on either side of the base, intended originaly to check the forward momentum of a charging animal snd now used no less effectively against mounted men. Armored in lamellar, these men form a powerfull force on any battle field effective against both cavalery and infantry.  
{sib_senior_militia}	Sibiryaki Senior Militia
{cum_alan_axe_descr_short}	The militia of the few towns found in the Cuman steppes. Armed with shield, axe and helm to protect against enemy raids.
{cum_alan_axe_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThe Cuman steppes are not exclusively nomads: a few small towns are spread across the steppes peopled by farmers and artisans. The alans — settlers from lands of Tmutarakan — also live in and serve as militia of these towns.  Armed with shield, axe and helm to protect their towns against enemy raids.
{cum_alan_axe}	Steppe Alans
{cum_bodyguard_kog_cav_sp_ma_descr_short}	The Khagan Bodyguards are his personal retinue formed from the leaders of the Cuman people. These nomadic warriors can fight on equal footing with any and all of the most elite warriors of settled people. 
{cum_bodyguard_kog_cav_sp_ma_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nThe Khagan Bodyguards are his personal retinue drawn from the leaders of the Cuman people and the best batirs of the Cuman tribes. Their war-trained horses are priceless and their armament is made by the finest masters in the East. These nomadic warriors can fight on equal footing with any and all of the most elite warriors of settled people. 
{cum_bodyguard_kog_cav_sp_ma}	Khagan Bodyguards
{cum_druz_bek_a_sw_descr_short}	These personal regiments fielded by rich Cumans — Bekhs — are the main fighting force of the Cuman army. They will wear you down and destroy you with their constant arrow barrages. 
{cum_druz_bek_a_sw_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles).\n\nThese troops fielded by rich Bekhs are well trained and well armed with powerful horn bows and high-grade chainmail. They are the major strike force in the Cuman Hordes. In certain rare cases these warriors dismount to fight on foot, but this makes them considerably less effective.
{cum_druz_bek_a_sw}	Dismounted Bekh Druzhina
{cum_druz_bek_cav_a_sw_descr_short}	These personal regiments fielded by rich Cumans — Bekhs — are the main fighting force of the Cuman army. They will wear you down and destroy you with their constant arrow barrages. 
{cum_druz_bek_cav_a_sw_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\nType: Feudal (low availability, free upkeep in castles).\n\nThese troops fielded by rich Bekhs are well trained and well armed with powerful horn bows and high-grade chainmail. They are the major strike force in the Cuman Hordes. These troops are elite horse archers and should be used as such — hand-to- hand fighting with powerful enemies is a sure way to massive casualties. 
{cum_druz_bek_cav_a_sw}	Bekh Druzhina
{cum_druz_han_cav_a_sp_descr_short}	The best of men armed with the best of available steppe armaments . Their sharp spears, war horses, heavy armor and lack of fear make them formidable enemies indeed. 
{cum_druz_han_cav_a_sp_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nHand-picked warriors from among the best of the best. Their mounts are priceless war-trained horses and their armaments are the best of what is available in the steppes - all which allows them to fight on equal footing with any and all warriors of their enemies.
{cum_druz_han_cav_a_sp}	Khagan Druzhina
{cum_druz_han_sp_descr_short}	Their arms and armor are truly magnificent - no better can be had in the steppes. That and a lifetime of training make them fearless in the face of any enemy. 
{cum_druz_han_sp_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nHand-picked warriors from among the best of the best. Their mounts are priceless war-trained horses and their armaments are the best of what is available in the steppes - all which allows them to fight on equal footing with any and all warriors of their enemies, even in those rare cases when they must need to fight dismounted. 
{cum_druz_han_sp}	Dismounted Khagan Druzhina
{cum_kosog_axe_descr_short}	The borderlands between the Caucuses mountains and the steppes are inhabited by the Alans. The poorer Alans form a militia who go to war armed with naught but axe and shield.
{cum_kosog_axe_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nThe borderlands between the Caucuses mountains and the steppes are inhabited by the Alans. The poorer Alans form a militia who go to war armed with naught but axe and shield. They are not very experienced, but their bravery and fierceness in defending their homeland make them serious foes regardless. 
{cum_kosog_axe}	Kasogi
{cum_militia_a_sw_descr_short}	Chabani are light infantry armed with bows. Practically useless in a melee, they can nevertheless darken the skies with arrows. 
{cum_militia_a_sw_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nWhen need be, any Cuman male can and does become a warrior. The poor Chabani go to war on their little, sturdy steppe horses armed with hunting bows . They can even fight dismounted in extraordinary circumstances, but throwing them into a melee would be the surest to suicide.  
{cum_militia_a_sw}	Dismounted Cuman Militia 
{cum_militia_cav_a_sw_descr_short}	Chabani are a mounted militia armed with bows. Practically useless in a melee, they can nevertheless darken the skies with arrows. 
{cum_militia_cav_a_sw_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nWhen need be, any Cuman male can and does become a warrior. The poor Chabani go to war on their little, sturdy steppe horses armed with hunting bows . Hand to hand engagements should be avoided with these untrained troops - better to pepper enemies from afar with arrows. 
{cum_militia_cav_a_sw}	Cuman Horse Militia
{cum_pecheneg_cav_a_sw_descr_short}	The Pechenegs are a rather weak cavalry who cannot stand, one on one, against any professional troops. 
{cum_pecheneg_cav_a_sw_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nA long time ago all the steppes belonged to the Pechenegs. They were subjugated, however, after a long and bloody conflict with the Cumans. They now serve the Cuman Khagan as poorly armed mercenaries or, indeed, indentured men. 
{cum_pecheneg_cav_a_sw}	Pechenegs
{cum_polovec_cav_a_sw_descr_short}	The freedom loving steppe Batir sometimes revolt against their chiefs, parting with their clan for a life of mercenary freedom. But their loyal steed, powerful horn bow and sturdy armor is one thing they'll never part with. 
{cum_polovec_cav_a_sw_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nNot every man would live by the law and at the pleasure of a sovereign, especially among the freedom loving steppe peoples. Some of these men, accomplished warriors, split from their clan and Horde to live at their own pleasure. Enemies of both the Horde and surrounding settled peoples, they hire out their services to the highest bidder. 
{cum_polovec_cav_a_sw}	Steppe Kazaks 
{cum_yas_cav_a_sw_descr_short}	Medium Horse Archers
{cum_yas_cav_a_sw_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThe borderlands between the Caucuses mountains and the steppes are inhabited by the Yasi. Their mounted troops are well armed in order to combat the constant Cuman raids on their lands . A fast horse, a bow, a shield and a strong arm to wield them - what more do you need for defense of your home and hearth?
{cum_yas_cav_a_sw}	Mounted Yasi
{kosog_senior_militia_ug0_descr_short}	Kasogi senior militia
{kosog_senior_militia_ug0_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nAdvanced steppe settlements are able to arm and field a decent infantry armored in lamellar armor. On the field of battle they will easily crush anyone light infantry used against them. With their shields and spears, even a light cavalery charge is not insurmounatble. 
{kosog_senior_militia_ug0}	Kasogi senior militia
{Smolensk_Infantry_descr_short}	Eastern Spearmen
{Smolensk_Infantry_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Local (lacks formal military training, typically low discipline and less morale).\n\nThe growth of crafthalls has lead to better mass armament. Infantry is once again a force by itself on the field of battle. Especially effective against mailed cavalary are the four-edged spikes this heavy infantry carries. Armored in brigantine armor, made from the combination of leather or fabric and a series of carefully linked plates. 
{Smolensk_Infantry}	Eastern Spearmen
{alan_aldary_descr_short}	Aldari (Alani) 
{alan_aldary_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThese noble Alani form an excellent cavalery unit that combines a spear charge with high manueverability. They are armored in light armor, shield and helmet. With deft handling of their spears, these horsemen make an unstopable chase unit. 
{alan_aldary}	Aldari (Alani)
{alan_druzhina_aldarov_descr_short}	Aldari Druzhina (Alani). These mounted archers are protected by heavy armor and are armed with bow, sabre and round shield. 
{alan_druzhina_aldarov_descr}	Quality: Elite.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThis Druzhina belongs to the Alani rulers and is made up of the best, most elite warriors among the Aldari. Hard men in harder armor, with their composite bow and saber, see a lot of action on the field of battle and are very experienced warriors.
{alan_druzhina_aldarov}	Aldari Druzhina (Alani)
{Chude_Militia_descr_short}	Chude militia are armed with javelins, axes and small shields. 
{Chude_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nMilitia from the different chude tribes go to war for their Kniaz armed with javelins, axes and small shields. The wealthier ones can sometimes afford mail and even heavier armor, but this infantry is still considered light and would be hard-pressed to stand against real professional troops in the open. 
{Chude_Militia}	Chude Militia
{Dismounted_Junior_Druzhina_descr_short}	Dismounted Junior Druzhina — professional heavy archers in excellent armor. 
{Dismounted_Junior_Druzhina_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nDismounted Junior Druzhina — professional heavy archers in excellent armor. 
{Dismounted_Junior_Druzhina}	Dismounted Junior Druzhina
{Rus_Senior_Militia_descr_short}	Rich city-dwellers clothed in leather and armed with spear and shield 
{Rus_Senior_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nAll citizens are called upon to defend their city. The richer folk can afford to arm themselves with spear, shield and leather armor. 
{Rus_Senior_Militia}	Senior Rus Militia
{Senior_Mounted_Militia_descr_short}	Very rich citizens, ones who can afford a fully trained war-horse are form competent militia - a huge asset, and despite their lack of military experience. 
{Senior_Mounted_Militia_descr}	Quality: Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nThe riches available through Novgorod trade allow for an exceptionally well equipped, no worse than any noble army, militia of merchants . Expensive horses, excellent arms and armor, allow them to fight on equal terms with any enemy of their Great Novgorod. Their lack of battle-forged experience makes them less steadfast then professional troops, however. 
{Senior_Mounted_Militia}	Senior mounted militia
{Junior_Druzhina_descr_short}	Junior Druzhina
{Junior_Druzhina_descr}	Quality: Superior.\nType: Early Professional.\n\nDruzhina was formed in the earliest period of Russ history. Junior Druzhina means best one. Junior Druzhina is well equipped and armed. 
{Junior_Druzhina}	Junior Druzhina
{Junior_Militia_descr_short}	Light infantry armed with axes and wooden shields. 
{Junior_Militia_descr}	Quality: Peasant Militia.\nType: Urban Militia (free upkeep in cities, reduced morale in the field).\n\nWhen the call comes to defend their city, these Rus peasants answer armed with whatever they can afford; which normally consists of poorly crafted arms and armor as well as small shields. 
{Junior_Militia}	Junior Militia
{Tribal_Warrior_descr_short}	Tribesmen from North Africa armed with swords.
{Tribal_Warrior_descr}	Quality: Average.\nType: Mercenary (high upkeep, often slightly reduced morale and discipline).\n\nThese African infantry fight in a loose formation with swords. Although lightly armed, they are fierce warriors in battle.
{Tribal_Warrior}	Tribal Warriors
{Lith_Bodyguard_descr_short}	These warriors are the general's personal guard, fiercely loyal, there is little this unit cannot take on.
{Lith_Bodyguard_descr}	Quality: Exceptional.\n\nThese are truly formidable troops whose task it is to guard their master wherever he goes. Experienced and hardy, this elite unit fights with a spear, as is common in Eastern Europe. They are well protected by heavy lamellar armor. Fiercely loyal and disciplined, there is little this unit cannot take on.
{Lith_Bodyguard}	General's Bodyguard 