
A few men with a ship could move cargoes that would have required hundreds of loads on land. During the medieval period, the easiest way of moving any kind of goods over any distance was by water. Japan is a land of rugged, difficult terrain and roads were few and far between.

At need, trade ships could be used in battle to board enemies, but against any but the weakest of opposition the prospects of success would be very slim. They exist to make a profit carrying cargoes, and crews should only be expected to fight only in defence of their own lives and their masters' goods. Trade ships are not intended to get involved in any kind of battle.

Trade ships are built to carry cargo in combat they are often more of a liability than an asset. Here you can see it escorting a trade ship across the Japanese waters.Basic Unit Statistics (can be modified by difficulty level, arts, skills, traits and retainers) Recruitment Cost The siege tower ship is very affective at boarding and bombards ships with heavy gunfire. Of course, a smaller ship will usually be more agile, if not boasting the same level of stopping power. Boats powered by oars rather than sail allow for precise command of your fleets movements, no longer reliant of the will of the wind. This allows a far greater level of strategy as you attempt to both out maneuver and outgun the enemy. For the first time in the Total War series, naval battles take place in coastal regions.

A bow monk is one of the most highly skilled in Japan and far more accurate than ashigaru or samurai archers. Having successfully boarded an enemy vessel, all that remains is to wipe out the crew and the boat will be captured as part of your fleet. Analyzing this ancient text enabled The Creative Assembly to implement easy to understand yet deep strategical gameplay. Featuring a brand new AI system inspired by the scriptures that influenced Japanese warfare, the millennia old Chinese “Art of War”, The Creative Assembly brings the wisdom of Master Sun Tsu to Shogun 2: Total War. Shogun 2: Total War will feature enhanced full 3D battles via land and sea, which made a name for the series, as well as the tactical campaign map that many refer to as the heart and soul of Total War. When in 1509 the trade ship sent two years before returned home. The next installment in The Creative Assembly’s award-winning PC strategy series will hit retail shelves globally on March 15, 2011. 100 ryo of silver 2 hiki of narrow textile with flower pattern 1 hiki of a red. is pleased to announce the release date for Shogun 2: Total War™.

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