Cho-Ko-Nu

Archery Unit The unique unit of the China (replaces Crossbowman)
Strength	6
Moves	1
Cost	60
Upgrades to	Rifleman or Grenadier
Required technologies	Machinery, Archery
Required resources	Iron
Other attributes	2 first strikes Causes collateral damage +50% vs. Melee Units

Compared to the Crossbowman, the Cho-Ko-Nu has one more first strike and can cause collateral damage.

StrategyEdit

Using Cho-Ko-NuEdit

The Cho-Ko-Nu's collateral damage works well in aggressive defence - that is, attacking stacks of units. With more survivability than a Catapult, and a strength bonus against Melee units, the Cho-Ko-Nu makes a great stack-destroyer. At this stage of the game, it makes the Chinese hard to attack.

Cho-Ko-Nu aren't so effective attacking cities, as they cannot be promoted in City Attack promotions. However, they can still be used as part of a combined-arms force, protecting attacking Melee and Siege units from Macemen and similar threats.

Against Cho-Ko-NuEdit

Defensively, the Cho-Ko-Nu loses its advantage. Alone, it's easily picked off by mounted units, and in cities, it's not much more dangerous than a Longbowman. If attacking China at this point in the game, give some Crossbowmen or Pikemen Cover promotions to protect stacks, and give stacks some Medic promotions to counteract any collateral damage.