Longbowmen

 units are special to the English. Unlocked by the War Summons technology in the Medieval Era.

Class and Specialty

 * Ranged-combat unit. Less effective when it can't see its target. Receives a penalty to its combat strength when defending against close-combat attacks.
 * Ranged-combat unit. Less effective when it can't see its target. Receives a penalty to its combat strength when defending against close-combat attacks.

Upgrades from
Upgrade cost.
 * Archer (generic)
 * Markabata (Egyptians)
 * Noble Javelineers (Maya)
 * Saṃnāhya (Mauryans)

Trivia

 * "Longbowmen" was initially called "Welsh Longbowmen" during the development.