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− | |image = Civ_v_crossbowman.png |
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|name = Crossbowman |
|name = Crossbowman |
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|type = Archery |
|type = Archery |
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|rangedstrength = 18 |
|rangedstrength = 18 |
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|reqtech = Machinery |
|reqtech = Machinery |
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− | |upgrade1 = Gatling |
+ | |upgrade1 = Gatling Gun |
|notes = *May not melee attack}} |
|notes = *May not melee attack}} |
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− | [[File:Crossbowman_Info_Card_(Civ5).png|thumb|300px|The Fan-Made Info card for the Crossbowman Unit (Civ5)]] |
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− | Medieval Era ranged unit. |
+ | Medieval Era ranged unit. Upgrades from the [[Composite bowman (Civ5)|Composite Bowman]]. |
− | *Common |
+ | *Common abilities: |
+ | **{{NegativeText|May Not Melee Attack}} |
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− | <span style="color:#7f0000;">Unable to melee attack.</span> |
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− | ==Strategy |
+ | ==Strategy== |
+ | Advances in technology produce a new type of ranged weapon, sufficiently strong to punch through medieval armor. At the same time, the '''Crossbowmen''' are equipped with mail shirts for protection, allowing them to withstand quite more damage than earlier ranged units; still, it is advisable to use them with caution, and protect them from enemy cavalry. Again, the best use for a Crossbowman is to put it on high ground in a well-defended position, where it can rain death upon approaching enemies without suffering counterattacks. |
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− | The Crossbowman is twice as powerful as the Archer unit. As a Ranged unit it can deal significant damage to other medieval-era units up to two hexes away, but it is vulnerable to melee attack. Put Crossbowmen in your city for defense, and guard them with melee units when on the move. |
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− | == |
+ | ==Civilopedia entry== |
+ | {{/Civilopedia}} |
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− | The crossbow first appeared in Europe in the 10th century. Although slower than a standard bow, a crossbow requires less training and strength than a regular bow, and over time it came to be the dominant weapon on the battlefield. A crossbow consists of a fairly short but heavy bow mounted to a stock. The firer pulls back the string - often with mechanical assistance - to "cock" the bow, then lays a "bolt" (arrow) on a groove in the stock. The firer aims, then pulls a trigger to release the string, which launches the bolt at the target. Among other advantages, a crossbow can be fired from a kneeling or prone position, something which is impossible with a standard bow. |
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− | [[Category:Medieval era units (Civ5)]] |
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+ | == Unofficial custom card == |
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+ | [[File:Unit-Ranged-Crossbowman(content©Firaxis).png|none|thumb|700x700px|Custom homemade card featuring the Crossbowman.]] |
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+ | {{Units (Civ5)}} |
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+ | [[ru:Арбалетчик (Civ5)]] |
Revision as of 08:55, 4 November 2021
Game Info
Medieval Era ranged unit. Upgrades from the Composite Bowman.
- Common abilities:
- May Not Melee Attack
Strategy
Advances in technology produce a new type of ranged weapon, sufficiently strong to punch through medieval armor. At the same time, the Crossbowmen are equipped with mail shirts for protection, allowing them to withstand quite more damage than earlier ranged units; still, it is advisable to use them with caution, and protect them from enemy cavalry. Again, the best use for a Crossbowman is to put it on high ground in a well-defended position, where it can rain death upon approaching enemies without suffering counterattacks.
Civilopedia entry
The crossbow first appeared in Europe in the 10th century. Although slower than a standard bow, a crossbow requires less training and strength than a regular bow, and over time it came to be the dominant weapon on the battlefield. A crossbow consists of a fairly short but heavy bow mounted to a stock. The firer pulls back the string - often with mechanical assistance - to "cock" the bow, then lays a "bolt" (arrow) on a groove in the stock. The firer aims, then pulls a trigger to release the string, which launches the bolt at the target. Among other advantages, a crossbow can be fired from a kneeling or prone position, something which is impossible with a standard bow.