I think the kill rate is okay, but i see your point about a single charge killing an entire unit - it's just stupid. On the topic of kill rates, has anyone noticed that a unit on the top of a wall will always fight to the death instead of routing? Whether intentionall or not, it's a nice touch.

Ok, i was exaggerating about the archers killing in a single volley, but they did do a lot of damage. Archers are stronger in RTW than in MTW and this is much better :)