I know im probably citing the obvious, but.. ahhh.. always traverse their line of sight. In other words, from their point of view, always move from left to right or vice versa. Never run directly at, or away from them. Attack at oblique angles. Given the inaccuracy of muskets, combined with poor ability to lead, they rarely hit me. It does however require more patience. Once they fire, close the distance and either shoot them in the face with a pistol, or whack em with your murder implement of choice. Always move in circles and wait tell they fire. This is assuming your on horseback. Horse gets hit more then i do. Bigger target.



OK, Late Renaissance. :O: As i said, im not very familiar with this period. Like any fan of a historical period, i tend to read up with grabs my interest and ignore the rest.

Oh.. and i have to say.. Fire and sword, is just begging for a pirate or privateering mod.