Ive compiled every mercenary in the game, all their stats, how to use them and lots of pretty pictures with even historical backgrounds about every mercenary, from Barbary Corsairs to Scottish Highlanders.
Heres a tidbit about the Black Rider: Black Riders are Light Cavalry, meaning they excel at killing both Artillery and Heavy Cavalry. Black Riders are excellent at charging Artillery, as their 40% hand resistance disregards nearly all Heavy Infantry guarding Artillery. Use Black Riders as you would Ruyters or Dragoons... Read my online Mercenary guide at