Quote Originally Posted by Lord Cazaric
They appeared at some stage in the 1400s, I believe. And what do you mean "are they hard to beat?" - are they still around today? No, Tamerlane and his followers are long beaten.

Oh! You mean in M2TW?


They appear about 100 turns after the Mongols, and they can present major problems for the Russians, Turks, Byzantines, Poland and Hungary and anyone who happens to be in that area. Watch out for Elephants, bring plenty of Horse archers, spearmen and you should do ok!