Pike & Shotte: Polish-Lithuanian Mercenary Pikemen
Strengthen your Commonwealth battle line with the Pike & Shotte Polish-Lithuanian Mercenary Pikemen. Representing foreign mercenaries recruited to reinforce the armies of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, these disciplined pikemen add both historical authenticity and a visually distinctive infantry unit to your Pike & Shotte force.
Product Info
Throughout the 16th and 17th centuries, the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth employed experienced foreign mercenaries to supplement native troops and fill gaps in manpower. Armed with long pikes and trained to fight in close formations, these soldiers provided a solid infantry core capable of protecting musketeers and supporting the Commonwealth's renowned cavalry during battle.
Features
- Official Pike & Shotte miniature set
- Represents Polish-Lithuanian mercenary pikemen
- Includes 8 highly detailed metal miniatures
- Ideal for expanding Commonwealth infantry formations
- Suitable for 16th and 17th century historical battles
- Compatible with Pike & Shotte and other Renaissance-era wargames
- Supplied unpainted and requires assembly
What's Included?
- 8 × Polish-Lithuanian Mercenary Infantry Miniatures
Why Choose Mercenary Pikemen?
- Expand Your Army: Add disciplined foreign mercenaries to your Commonwealth force.
- Historical Accuracy: Represent the professional infantry that reinforced native troops.
- Battlefield Support: Ideal for protecting infantry formations and supporting cavalry maneuvers.
- Excellent Hobby Project: Finely detailed metal miniatures are perfect for painting and customization.
Perfect For
- Pike & Shotte
- Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth armies
- Historical wargaming
- Renaissance warfare
- 16th and 17th century battles
- Miniature painting
- Historical collections
Foreign Soldiers in Commonwealth Service
The Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth often relied on skilled foreign mercenaries to strengthen its infantry. While the Commonwealth's cavalry earned worldwide renown, disciplined pike formations remained essential for protecting musketeers, resisting cavalry attacks, and maintaining battle lines while mounted forces maneuvered into position for decisive charges.
Assembly Information
Miniatures are cast in metal, 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 Renaissance and Pike and Shot era, allowing players to command historically inspired armies from the 16th and 17th centuries in epic tabletop battles.
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Pike & Shotte Polish Lithuanian Mercenary Pikemen
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Expand your Commonwealth army with Pike & Shotte Polish-Lithuanian Mercenary Pikemen. Includes 8 detailed metal miniatures for Renaissance and 17th-century historical wargaming.
