There is no such thing as Overkill
(Only "Open fire" and "I need to reload")
- 7 Habits of Highly Effective Pirates, rule #37
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As to the troops, try that combat again without the shield-troops.
See if you lose MORE than just the one or two gun-troops.
If so, your shieldies are blocking some damage for you, and are worthwhile.
[ June 28, 2004, 02:52: Message edited by: Suicide Junkie ]