User blog comment:Kazanshin/Ming Dynasty Officer vs Maratha Soldier/@comment-35617681-20181005031256

Kriller99's "'''Dynasty Of Maratha!" '''edges:

Close Range: From what I've read about the Talwar, it usually has a distinct curve near the end of the blade, single-edged, and is around 23 inches long, or 58.4 cm. The dao is also single-edged, and is around 45 inches long, or 114 cm. Because it's the longer sword, not to mention that it's easier to thrust with, I give the Dao my edge.

Mid Range: Even. The Sang fulfills a similar purpose to the European Pike and the Japanese Yari, both of which were quite effectively used alongside firearms for both anti-cavalry and mid range foot-fighting. That said, the Guan Dao has more blade, and it's possible that the Ming could use more defensive manuevers with it than the Maratha Soldier.

Long Range (Firearms): Torador. While the San Yan Chong has 2 more shots (which can be pretty strategically advantageous), the Torador has a sling, making it much easier to lug around, not to mention that it's lighter, and thus easier to aim.

Long Range (Bows): I can't really make much of a decision here. I don't know much about either bow, so I don't want to make a misinformed decision. I give a tiny edge to the Ming, as I've heard they were great archers, but for now I'll make it Even.

Armor: Easy edge to the Ming. The Steel lamellar will be harder to pierce than the Maratha Soldier's plated chainmail.

Winner: Ming. Despite being from a later time period, the Ming have the superior armor, and I feel like the Maratha would be using similar tactics to the Mongols, ie; that they're both aggressive land expanders who rely on mobility