Empire Total War

Generals Bodyguard
This is one of the most important units in the game, as most of the time its protecting your general. They are a well equipped unit that is more than capable of inflicting major damage on enemy regiments but you have to use them wisely as although a heroic general encourages the...Continue reading...

Dragoons
This unit is perfect for skirmishes, hit and run tactics or if you wish they can dismount and fight as decent line infantry. But don't be fooled, they can also have their uses in melee combat so charging into the back of the enemy lines with them can sometimes be useful yet still a bit...Continue reading...

Heavy Calvary
This unit is strictly melee only and in this time period it can be seen as less effective as the days of old, but don't ignore them as Calvary units can still be deployed and used effectively, their speed and ability to run over infantry and make quick work of artillery crews means they....Continue reading...

Regiment of Horse
This unit cheaper than the heavy Calvary but it has some similar traits can be excellent for casing down retreating forces, flanking enemy formations and attacking artillery positions. Much weaker unit over all but still very effective in melee combat and is cheaper to produce...Continue reading...

Yeomanry
This unit is cheap and is bettered easily by most of the Cavalry in the game so its uses are limited, with an average melee rating they are able to put up a decent fight but with low morale and defense don't expect them to last long against stronger units. Good for scouting long...Continue reading...

Light Dragoons
This unit, very similar to the normal dragoons has a few advantages being more accurate and better in melee. You can use them for pretty much everything, as a hit and run force or as a unit to mow down enemy infantry, or off course to fight off enemy Calvary. The only downside is...Continue reading...

Life Guards
This unit is an elite Calvary unit that excels in melee combat and is the kind of unit to inspire the rest of the army onwards! With excellent morale, defense and melee they can be used effectively for crushing lines of infantry, artillery emplacements and fighting the enemy cavalry...Continue reading...