Janissary II

Janitschare II

Renaissance Light InfantrySpecialHero capable

The Janissary II is the experienced tier of the Ottoman elite infantry line — a veteran whose years of service within the yeniçeri corps have earned him promotion to a named rank within the order's hierarchy. His matchlock musket has been replaced by a superior flintlock firearm with improved reliability in damp conditions and a faster lock time that reduces the window of vulnerability between shots. The tactical sophistication that distinguishes Janissaries from conscript musketeers is fully developed at this tier: volley discipline, rotating fire lines, and the ability to maintain cohesion under pressure. He holds the line where lesser troops break and delivers sustained fire that punishes any formation that stands still to absorb it. A formation of Janissary II units is one of the most cost-effective ranged infantry options available in the mid-to-late game.

Food

80

Gold

60

Iron

30