Flute
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Flute

n_flute
Flute

A cargo ship developed in the Netherlands in the 16th century, it was built to maximize cargo space and crew efficiency. And it became one of the most commonly used ships in the 16th and 17th centuries. The standard design wasn't armed but when needed it could be armed with cannons and serve as auxiliary vessels.

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StatValuevs Age of Discovery Transport
Maximum Strength1
Initiative1
Combat Speed1
Frontage1
Flanking Ability1
Movement Speed6.5
Hull Size15
Cannons5
Crew Size0.06
Maritime Presence0.12
Blockade Capacity0.01
Transport Capacity0.75
Anti-Piracy Impact0.05
Food Storage120

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category = navy_transport
mercenaries_per_location = {
pop_type = burghers
multiply = 0.025
}
upgrades_to = n_brig

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