Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Fighting in plate mail

Over the years I've seen a ton of arguments about what was wand wasn't possible in plate mail. Most of the arguments centered on how mobile and agile someone in plate could be, especially in terms of dodging and maneuvering in combat. This video gives you a good idea of exactly how someone can move in plate. It also settles for once and all exactly why you can't sneak up on someone in a dungeon while wearing heavy armor. Check it out!

3 comments:

  1. You could make some great gifs from that video...

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  2. Answers a few questions I had in my mind. Thanks.

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  3. I found it thanks to one of the folks that listens to the History According to Bob podcast. If you like history and haven't heard it, I encourage you to check it out: http://www.summahistorica.com/

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