Raider Javelineers

Summary
Raider Javelineers (simply called 'Javelineers' in-game), are a brigade that were used by the Raider faction in-game as a weaker version of regular javelineers. While they still exist in the game files, Raider Javelineers don't currently appear in-game under normal circumstances, since the Raider faction was changed in an update to instead draw its brigades from those of the regular factions from which they rebel locally but with penalties to combat performance, rather than having dedicated Raider brigade types.

"Flexible light infantry that can fight reasonably well in ranged or melee combat. Their light javelins allow them to move faster than spearmen, but without shields they are much less effective at blocking charges."

- In-game Description

History
Javelins were a popular ranged weapon among many peoples of Europe, often used to soften the enemy before a frontal attack.

Tactics
Raider Javelineers are comparable to Gallic Javelineers, but with diminished damage and defenses.