Heishan Ranged Infantry

Javelin Throwers

Warriors in the service of Yang Feng need to be adaptable, given their master's propensity for fighting for, alongside, or against such a variety of foes.

Their skills with the thrown javelin are exceptional, as befits such experienced soldiers, but they are no fools. They carry shields to defend themselves, and will hold back their final javelin, using it as a spear should they be called on to fight hand-to-hand.

Unit Abilities

• Miasma
  The dense and tough undergrowth that plagues the jungles of the South is a hindrance to all those who try to penetrate into the heartlands of the Nanman.
• Circle
  The unit forms into a tight circle, presenting a defensive front from any angle.
• Loose
  The unit spreads apart, making it more difficult for arrows to hit them.
• Shield Wall (Spear)
  The unit presents a wall of shields to the enemy - an offensive formation best used to push forward under arrow fire.

Attributes

• HIDE IN FOREST
  Can hide in forests.

Strengths & Weaknesses

• Role: skirmishers
  Skirmishers serve to distract and soften up enemy troops, and are almost impossible to run down as they harass their targets.
• Heavy missile attacks
  This unit has powerful ranged attacks that can pierce armoured foes with ease.
• Missile defence
  These troops carry shields to protect them from incoming missiles, but offer little defence against artillery.