Hey Private,

As quite an experienced naff user I thought you might appreciate my non-techie viewpoint.

I have often used two units of these guys in a stack. I use one on each end of the line. Early on, I send them forward in loose formation, sometimes they get picked off - often they get through - almost like no-one is watching them.

I take off fire at will - I don't want them to waste those deadly honeypots on other skirmishers. Try to go for something heavy!

They then just keep on chucking the stuff - reducing the enemy before the main battle. I never really use them as part of the line.

Survival rates are low in these units but they can really do some damage if they get through. If they manage to creep round to the heavy cav then you can hit the jackpot.

I cannot speak highly enough for these fellows - they are very cheap to maintain & can, if they get the chance, really knock down some of your opponents better units.

Henri