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A British grenadier
Grenadiers were specialized units in the British and Continental armies during the American Revolutionary War.[1] They were roughly comparable to the Italian Brutes and Byzantine Almogavars, being slower but tougher than other soldiers, and primarily wielded heavy weapons.[1]
Grenadiers were recognizable by their narrow, tall mitre-shaped headgear, which were designed not to obstruct vision or fall off while throwing grenades. Grenadiers were selected based upon their stature and physical prowess; many grenadiers were surprisingly from farming families, rather than the depicted highland warriors, due to the strength gained through manual labor. The traits on which they were chosen were to ensure that grenadiers could throw grenades further and from higher, as well as remaining steadfast under fire, as naturally grenadiers were deployed in the front lines.[1]
Combat[]
Grenadiers were tougher than Regulars, could not be directly countered or executed, and could counterattack Connor if he struck them repeatedly. However, they could have their defense broken easily and could be tripped, leaving them vulnerable to further attacks. They could also be disarmed with a weapon swipe. As their name suggests, they carried grenades, though used them occasionally.[1]
Trivia[]
- The gangs in New York during the Seven Years War have their own variant of grenadiers that are recognizable with their orange clothes and have top hats. The design of the hats, however, was anachronistic since top hats were not in fashion until the 1850's.
- French grenadiers in Rogue share a similar design of British Grenadiers in Black Flag, albeit with a different color scheme while those of the British resemble those of Assassin's Creed.
Behind the scenes[]
Grenadiers is an enemy type first introduced in Assassin's Creed III. Historically they would be armed with a musket, bayonet, and hand grenades, hence the name "grenadier". As such the design used in game appeares to be inspired by a number of different units and infantry type. The kilts and accents indicate the Scottish 42nd Royal Highlanders, a regiment of line infantry who historically participated in the American Revolutionary War. The axes and beards however are taken from pioneers, a unit often attached to grenadier units. The beard however is anachronistic as it wasn't adopted by British forces until after the Napoleonic Wars.
Appearances[]
- Assassin's Creed III (first appearance)
- Assassin's Creed III: Liberation
- Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag
- Assassin's Creed: Rogue
- Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood of Venice