Its shape is similar to a large sickle and can be effectively used to reach around an opponent's shield and stab them in vital areas, such as the kidneys or lungs. It closely resembles the Afar Gile. The Gile has two cutting edges, while the shotel's upper edge is unsharpened and sometimes used braced against the swordsman's shield for strength.
Trained at : Barracks
Cost: 3
Hp: 18
Att: 8
Spd: 4
Armor: 1/0
Sight: 5
Mental resistance: 0%
Heal bonus: 1.0
Bonuses:
50% Medium foot melee
50% Unarmed healers
50% Mounted
80% Archers
100% Light foot melee
100% Siege machine
Unit description: A warrior armed with a shotel a sickle-shaped sword which originated in Ethiopia. Its unique curved design allows the user to reach around a shield and wound the enemy's vital body parts. Against cavalry, the shotel could be used to hook and pull the warrior off the horse. It can deal a decent amount of damage to light infantry and cavalry however it is vulnerable to enemy ranged attacks.
Categories:
Medium foot melee, Anti-lighter Infantry.
Affected by blacksmith upgrades.
