

As they are able to fire and re-position they are difficult to pin down but should always be kept away from concentrated enemy missile units. These units are excellent for harassing enemies from a distance but are poor in melee. They are good in combat against other cavalry but generally weak when fighting yari infantry. These units have a deadly charge but are vulnerable in prolonged melee. These units are highly versatile as they are excellent in melee and able to withstand cavalry attacks, although they are not as strong in melee as katana infantry or as good against cavalry as yari infantry. Generals are best kept near frontlines to boost nearby troops, but should be protected by other units. The general gives a big morale boost to nearby friendly troops, but his army will suffer morale penalty if he is killed. These units excel in close-quarters melee and are vulnerable to cavalry and bow or matchlock-armed units.
