User blog comment:Omnicube1/Hessians vs. Saint Patrick's Battalion/@comment-4661256-20111224232454

Hmmm, I don't like this matchup - Colonial-era musketmen vs. near U.S. Civil War-era riflemen? I think I know how this is gonna end... anyway...

The Battle Axe, I like it because it's got stopping power and basically if you get hit and it's not an instant-kill you're disabled and vulnerable for the second strike. But it's slow and kind of obsolete when guns are involved. I like the Short Sword because in modern times you're gonna use blades only in desperate tight-quarters siutations, and the quick rapid-strike sword will puncture the axe-wielder before he can lift for his first strike. Advantage, St. Patrick's Battalion.

The pistols are basically even but when we compare the rifles, my initial worries were confirmed. The Baker Rifle is a much, much higher tech weapon compared to the Jäger. The fact of the matter is, it's a lot lighter, and back in the day fatigue was a huge factor. Plus, the better manufacturing probably means it's gonna be more accurate. Advantage, St. Patrick's Battalion

Finally, the pike vs. the bayonet. Again, just like axe vs. sword, the spear is bigger and longer but it's just another thing the Hessians are lugging around. The Bayonet fits nice and tight on the edge of the rifle and right when you need to use it, *stab*! Job done. Advantage, St. Patrick's Battalion.

You know, St. Patrick's Battalion gets my vote. Their weapons are a lot more compact and lighter on the soldier. The Hessians are bulked down with old spears and axes that are cumbersome and heavy whereas the Irishmen have more modern weaponry and lighter equipment that works together. Plus, look at warrior mentality. The Hessians sold themselves out to the British. They don't always believe in what they're fighting for. St. Patrick's Battalion changed sides because of what they believe in. You don't get any more determined than that. No contest, St. Patrick's Battalion wins.