Sowar

The Sowar is a heavy cavalry unit that brandishes a powerful talwar saber from atop a camel. It is especially good against archers and skirmishers. Its speed is perhaps the Sowar’s greatest asset, as it is able to cover great distances in a short duration. It can be trained at the Caravanserai.

In Persian, the word “sowar” literally means “the one who rides.” During the British East India Company’s occupation of the Indian subcontinent, “sowar” was used in reference to native cavalry units in the Company’s employ. These mounted soldiers were considered the equivalent of sepoy infantry soldiers, and they were often utilized as escorts and guards.