Local militia armed with crossbows and some armour, good for ranged combat, but will melt away in melee.
Very popular in Moorish Iberia, the crossbow is used by peasants and noble alike. These soldiers are locals that have been levied into a local force to defend their town and nearby bridges and roads. Benefiting from some training and armour, these reservists are armed with a crossbow for ranged combat, although they will melt away if caught in melee.