Pike & Shotte: Polish-Lithuanian Levy Cavalry with Sabres
Deploy swift and versatile horsemen with the Pike & Shotte Polish-Lithuanian Levy Cavalry with Sabres. Representing the lighter cavalry formations of the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth, these highly detailed miniatures capture the speed, mobility, and battlefield effectiveness that made Commonwealth cavalry famous throughout the 16th and 17th centuries.
Product Info
As firearms transformed warfare, the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth adapted by developing lighter cavalry capable of rapid maneuver and flexible combat tactics. Armed primarily with sabres and supported by a variety of secondary weapons, these cavalrymen excelled in reconnaissance, pursuit, and flanking attacks against enemies including the Tsardom of Russia, the Ottoman Empire, and the Crimean Tatars.
These miniatures may also be fielded as Cossack-style light cavalry, reflecting the historical use of the term to describe various light cavalry formations of the period.
Features
- Official Pike & Shotte miniature set
- Represents Polish-Lithuanian levy cavalry armed with sabres
- Highly detailed historical miniatures
- Suitable for Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth and Cossack-style forces
- Perfect for Renaissance and early modern battles
- Compatible with Pike & Shotte and other historical wargames
- Supplied unpainted and requires assembly
Why Choose Levy Cavalry with Sabres?
- Fast and Mobile: Field agile cavalry capable of rapid battlefield maneuvers.
- Historically Inspired: Represents the evolving cavalry tactics of the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth.
- Flexible Army Building: Can also be used as Cossack-style light cavalry in suitable historical settings.
- Outstanding Hobby Project: Detailed sculpts provide excellent opportunities for painting and customization.
Perfect For
- Pike & Shotte
- Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth armies
- Cossack-inspired forces
- Historical wargaming
- Renaissance warfare
- 16th and 17th century battles
- Miniature painting
Masters of Mobile Warfare
The Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth became renowned for adapting its cavalry to the changing nature of warfare. Influenced by eastern military traditions, lighter cavalry formations emphasized speed over heavy armor, allowing them to outmaneuver opponents and conduct devastating charges, reconnaissance missions, and rapid flanking attacks across the battlefields of Eastern Europe.
Assembly Information
Miniatures are supplied unpainted and require assembly. Paint, glue, and bases are not included.
About Pike & Shotte
Published by Warlord Games, Pike & Shotte recreates the warfare of the Pike and Shot era, allowing players to command historically inspired armies from the Renaissance and early modern period in dynamic tabletop battles.
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Pike & Shotte Polish Lithuanian Levy Cavalry with Sabres
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Field fast-moving cavalry with Pike & Shotte Polish-Lithuanian Levy Cavalry with Sabres. Detailed historical miniatures for Renaissance and 17th-century tabletop wargaming.
