Pikeman
Lilburne's Pikemen are basic foot soldiers who fight with 5 metre long pikes. On the battlefield they form "blocks" and then attack the "enemy" pike- blocks, either at charge for point to point fighting, or in a pike push, (which is similar to a large rugby scrum with 25-30 men on each side), the idea being to gain ground on the battlefield. Pikemen are also used to protect the musket blocks from the enemy cavalry. Lilburne's block forms the backbone of the regiment, it is very demanding role and involves a great deal of physical contact and stamina. The Pike Block of any Regiment prides themselves on turning out a smart, well-drilled unit that is often
to be found in the front-line of the army.