Persian Helmet

Fear No One

Epic Armoury’s Polished Steel Persian Helmet is your solution for complete head protection. Inspired by ancient Asian armour, this helmet is made of 1 mm thick mild steel and features a tall bowled head with a pointed crest that has been capped with a decorative plate. A nasal guard extends up over the forehead and offers great protection to the face without limiting too much visibility, and it creates an impressive silhouette on the battlefield. It can be removed by loosening the front bolt.

A full chainmail aventail provides protection to both the neck and the face, and is hooked directly onto the helmet and around a strong band of metal that forms the two eye holes. These holes are wide for visibility! The chainmail is lined with leather around the eyes and in the front for comfort and to keep the links in place.

Secure the Persian Helmet by tightening the leather strap beneath the chin, keeping the helmet in place. An Off-White Persian Headband is included with your helmet, and can be strapped around the helmet’s crown and attached to the back using four holes in the metal.

Inspired by the Khula Khud

• An aventail is a veil of chainmail that attaches to the helmet and offers protection; it replaced the chainmail hood coif by the 14th century
• Khula Khuds were a type of helmet used by ancient western Asia, and included the use of an aventail
• Also very similar to a conical shaped Turban Helmet worn in the Ottoman Empire

Legend

The Falcon soars over the desert as your enemies' blood spills across the shifting sands, soon their corpse will be swallowed, buried deeper as the centuries pass and the wind blows eternal.

Workshop

This dagger introduces a new handle to the Calimacil line-up. Curved and bronze in color, it is completed by a steel blade that is also curved. The result is a very dynamic dagger for quick slashing and stabbing. However, due to our unique Calimacil foam, all these battles will be safe and numerous, as the safety and durability of our LARP swords and daggers in unmatched. 

Character

Created for middle-eastern characters in mind, this dagger is perfect for any agile or quick character. Its curved design makes it perfect for pirates and other sailors who get too close for pistols or rapiers. Due to its small size, street thugs and thieves also appreciate this dagger because they can hide it everywhere.

Founded in 2004 in the cold windswept plains of the eastern Canada, Calimacil set out from its inception to become a world-class supplier of high-end LARP and historical re-enactment foam weapons. Our lavishly decorated designs are inspired by the martial lore of history, legends and stories taken directly from the dreamscapes of heroic fantasy. Our products are manufactured by an eager band of artisans made of passionate LARP players, martial arts practitioners and hardcore gamers. Playing is a fundamental part of the company's ethos as it focuses our creative energies and drives us to create new exciting weapons models. best foam weapon to play with.

Workshop

The Persian sword showcases our whole new handle. Tarnished gold with a worn-out look and a brown leather-like handle, its look is extremely realistic, as well as making the handling easy and sure. The steel-colored blade, with its silver accents, is made of our incredibly durable foam, for years of safe battles. The simplicity of this weapon adds to its versatility, 

Character

Tailored for Middle-Eastern characters, this sword could be efficiently used by any agile warrior, spinning its way through the battlefield. This is also why it's highly praised by Elves, who know this blade can be devastating in the right hands. On the other side, enemies of the Realm, like Imps and Demons, like to use this sword for its simplicity and, of course, its sharp edge. 

Founded in 2004 in the cold windswept plains of the eastern Canada, Calimacil set out from its inception to become a world-class supplier of high-end LARP and historical re-enactment foam weapons. Our lavishly decorated designs are inspired by the martial lore of history, legends and stories taken directly from the dreamscapes of heroic fantasy. Our products are manufactured by an eager band of artisans made of passionate LARP players, martial arts practitioners and hardcore gamers. Playing is a fundamental part of the company's ethos as it focuses our creative energies and drives us to create new exciting weapons models. best foam weapon to play with.

You heard stories about the Battle of Troy and the legendary fighters who took part. When you learned the greatest soldier of them all was defeated due to a weak heel, you decided it was time to get a little leg protection of your own.

Your Persian Greaves protect some of your weakest spots, keeping you fit for battle. You’ll learn from the mistakes of legends...maybe one day you’ll become a legend, yourself.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Polished Steel Persian Greaves is a set of steel leg protection designed to protect the shins and calves. Formed to the shin and connected by chainmail, these greaves are designed to sit comfortably over the shins while leaving room for poleyns to cover the kneecaps. They reach from below the knee and narrow around the ankles, and are secured with two adjustable top-grain leather straps. The chainmail and back plate further protect the calves, giving your legs full coverage.

The Persian Greaves are designed to match Epic Armoury’s Roman collection, but can be mixed and matched to fit your character’s unique costume. Made of 1 mm thick mild steel and top-grain leather straps and fittings, this armour piece is built to withstand the abuse of a LARP or reenactment with regular leather and metal armour care.

HISTORY

• Plate armour became popular as firearm technology became more prevalent during the 13th century, and was often combined with chainmail to be more cost effective and mobile
• Chainmail is one of the oldest types of armour in the world, introduced in the 4th century B.C.
• Popular in Roman and early medieval ages by infantry and early knights

Legend

As he was riding across the arid plains, he could start to smell the saltiness fill the air. They were certainly closer to the sea, and would soon reach their target. Looking at his axe, fixed on the saddle, he couldn’t help but relish in the adrenaline coursing through his veins thinking of the battle to come. They would conquer this great city, and they would finally lay low their enemy.

Sure, the battle would only be the first of many of this great siege, but deep down, he could feel that they were about to change the way things were. Constantinople would fall!

Workshop

The cultural and historical inspiration of this weapon makes it very unique compared to our other axes. Versatile, it can be used in a myriad of ways to suit your fighting style. Be it one or two-handed, or with a back swing to it with the rear spike, it will be just as safe. Made of our renown Calimacil Foam, it will be nearly as durable as the Ottoman empire itself.

Character

This new addition to our catalog is a prize choice for people looking in more historical, less fantastic looking options. Ideal, or course, for any cavalrymen of the Ottoman empire, it will also please any axe-loving character.

Founded in 2004 in the cold windswept plains of the eastern Canada, Calimacil set out from its inception to become a world-class supplier of high-end LARP and historical re-enactment foam weapons. Our lavishly decorated designs are inspired by the martial lore of history, legends and stories taken directly from the dreamscapes of heroic fantasy. Our products are manufactured by an eager band of artisans made of passionate LARP players, martial arts practitioners and hardcore gamers. Playing is a fundamental part of the company's ethos as it focuses our creative energies and drives us to create new exciting weapons models. best foam weapon to play with.

To be worn with the Persian Helmet, or on its own as protection from the sun.

Make a Statement

Epic Armoury’s Dark Red Persian Headband is cloth headwear inspired by the turbans of ancient Asia, designed to keep the sweat out of your face while looking particularly epic. Made of beautiful linen-like red crepé, we have crafted this headband so that it looks like it has been artfully bound and twisted--without the hassle of doing it yourself! There are two main layers of fabric to make this possible. First, there is an outer decorative layer that gives this headband its appearance and shape, with excess fabric hanging down the back of the neck. Attached beneath this outer layer, a comfortable crepé band sits against the forehead and keeps the decorative fabric in place.

Wearing the Persian Head Band is easy. Loop the included ties through the eyelets at the back of the band and tie them together, adjusting to fit around the crown of your own head or helmet. There is also a square sized hole in the front of the inner band designed to fit over the Persian Helmet’s nasal guard bolt.

A Simplified Turban

• Inspired by the traditional turban, but altered so it can be worn over a helmet
• Turbans have been used since ancient times, and are still used today
• Turban colours and styles have been used to depict a person’s religion, tribe, or status

THE HONOR OF YOUR FAMILY GOES WITH YOU

Epic Armoury’s Char-a'ina Epic Dark is a simple low-fantasy, historically based piece of armour protecting the front and back of the torso and abdomen, that has its origin in Persia, modern day Iran. Using four plates, one on the front, back and sides, the Char-a'ina held together by full grain straps that criss cross arcross your back and can be tightend and loosend between your sides.

The large blank areas on the Char-a'ina is perfect for those of you who wishes to add a personal ingraving to your armour, as this was also a historical tendency for those who wore it, during its heyday.

The Char-a'ina is was historically, used in conjunction with chain mails or chain shirts. Made of 1 mm thick mild steel and top-grain leather straps and fittings, this armour piece is built to withstand the abuse of a LARP or reenactment with regular leather and metal armour care.

HISTORY

• Char-a'ina translates as "four mirror", referring to the four plates that compose this type of armour.
• The historical examples that survive to today are usually those of noblemen, highly detailed and engraved with scenes of from the lives of those that wore them.
• Our version is an amalgemation of the different designs rather than one specific, in order to create a more general look.

The Khopesh (also vocalized khepesh) is an Egyptian sickle-sword that evolved from battle axes.

A typical khopesh is 50–60 cm in length, though smaller examples do also exist. The blunted edge of the weapon's tip also served as an effective bludgeon, as well as a hook. These weapons changed from bronze to iron in the New Kingdom period. The earliest known depiction of a khopesh is from the Stele of Vultures, depicting King Eannatum of Lagash wielding the weapon; this would date the khopesh to at least 2500 BC.

DO NOT DISAPPOINT THE PHARAOH

Epic Armoury’s Khopesh is a ancient egyptian inspired, 37 cm curved blade. It has no cross-guard, but does have a fine coreless pommel. The sharp organic features takes heavy inspiration from the Khopesh of Ancient Egypt. Made from durable closed cell foam around a fibreglass core and finished with a strong latex coating, you can feel confident that your LARP weapon will provide the safety and appeal you want when crafting your LARP kit.

HISTORY

• Originally the khopesh were made of bronze but were later found in iron
• A khopesh were made to be a slashing and blunt weapon and due to it’s heavy nature it could be used for both.
• Curved is especially effective for slashing (instead of stabbing) in combat

This couldn't be how it ended. Alan dead in the muck, leagues away from home, only to die in the sand. His thoughts raced in the sickly sweet smelling air. Peach and copper and mango and wheat grass all fought inside his nose as the other man breathed in his face.
"This is the last dagger you'll ever see, Crusader Dog!" the hashshin crowed, as he sat astride Samuel, knife to his throat as he lay in the sand just outside what he thought to be his final goal. 
This took Samuel by surprise "So it's a dessert dagger, then?" 
"Yes, it's a... no! Wait, what?!" But that was all the distraction he needed. A swift headbutt rang both of their helmets like bells, the chainmail on the kulah khud jangling in harmony like the smaller ones attached to festive holly. As his assailant reeled Samuel shoved him off and sprang to his feet. Quickly grabbing his templar shield, he delivered a swift kick to the ribs and then ran inside the building.  
"For the Sovereign!" Samuel roared "Juice Vault!"

WOULD YOU SACRIFICE YOUR LIFE FOR THE PHARAOH?

Whether your LARP-character is a loyal soldier or a treacherous backstabbing priest, it is written in stone and hieroglyphs, that the Epic Armoury Desert Dagger is the perfect knife for you. Even though it bears a remarkable resemblance to the ceremonial knife, that was found in the tomb of the great pharaoh Tutankhamun's, this dagger is not made of any extraterrestrial material. It is in fact made from durable closed cell foam around a fibreglass core and finished with a strong latex coating that will withstand LARP combat and abuse. The 28 cm knife has a two-edged blade with a central ridge, no crossguard and a flattened pommel, and the handle is wrapped in leather, trimmed with a single, fine gold line. When you are crafting your LARP kit, this dagger will make you look like you belong in the desert

HISTORY

• The Ancient Egyptians used daggers for self-protection, close quarter combat & warfare, but they were also pieces of adornment or ceremonial objects
• In ancient Egypt, daggers were usually made of copper or bronze, while royalty had gold weapons

Khopesh is an Egyptian sickle-sword that evolved from battle axes. The word 'khopesh' may have been derived from 'leg', as in 'leg of beef', because of their similarity in shape. Typically 50–60 cm in length, the inside curve of the weapon could be used to trap an opponent's arm, or to pull an opponent's shield out of the way. These weapons changed from bronze to iron in the New Kingdom period. The earliest known record of a Khopesh would date the weapon to at least 2500 BC.

Katanas, Scimitars and Sabres are among the most beautiful, most loved and most historically significant swords around. So, it’s no surprise that at nearly every LARP event, many people lament that no one makes curved swords. Those days are gone. Elysian Forge was created by a passionate team of LARPers in Canberra, Australia who figured out how to make reliable curved fibreglass cores, and magnificently detailed, expertly finished LARP weapons of all sorts, where an exotically shaped core would mean a more effective weapon. Our ever-expanding range of products include many curved swords such as the full size range of Japanese swords, Indo-Persian Shamshir, Indian Tulwar, European Sabre, Egyptian Khopesh, as well as “core-through-head” Axes, and more to come. The dark ages of LARP weapons being limited by straight cores is over. Welcome to the Elysian age of LARP weapons!

Farhad wiped the blood from his shamshir. 
"Another lot of those damned Northern fools, Darab my friend" he sighed. "Perhaps they do not understand the ferocity of us Hashishin, and how we must protect it from them at all costs."
Darab stretched his Dervish Spear across his shoulders to work the stiffness from his shoulders, looking grim at the senselessness of the blood they had all just spilt upon the desert sands.
"They will never have it, Farhad. They will never enter the Juice Vault."

STYLE AND FUNCTION COMBINED

Epic Armoury's Gambeson Dastan is a padded long-sleeve coat covering the torso from neck, down over the hips and upper thighs both on the front and back. It can be worn on its own or serve as essential padding under mail or armour. The gambeson is donned like a jacket and closed on the front with straps, allowing the wearer to customize the tightness of the fit. The shoulders are easily detachable by untying its cotton cords on the shoulders and sleeves, each cord secured through long-lasting brass eyelets. The gambeson design is created with a two-colour design in mind, giving a splash of colour to it.

Thick enough to serve as its own armour, this sturdy gambeson is constructed with heavy layers of fluffed cotton canvas sandwiched between dyed wool on the outside and softer cotton lining on the inside. All these layers are stitched together in vertical lines, keeping the padding in place.

HISTORY

• Quilted armours have been around since at least 400 BCE
• Used as padding under chainmail or plate armour
• Could stop heavy arrows and mace and axe impacts with the addition of overlaying chainmail

“The crusaders are fanatics … they never know when to quit. We have already won twice against them but they never learn do they?

"Once again, they are walking toward the city in their shining suits of armor under the desert’s blistering sun. Once again they want to get a hold of “it” but we won’t let them. We were able to push them back twice already so there is no reason why we won’t be able to do it again. We still have our unique, centuries-old, fighting style which relies on swift foot style, precise striking, and using the terrain to our advantage. We also have a new sword that was commissioned prior to this war to fit our warriors: A long, sharp, single-edged blade with a backbone reminiscent of the “desert sharks” and providing a great intimidation factor when facing the enemy …

"Once again I pray the gods to fight by our side and prevent the invaders from getting a hold of our sacred artifact.”

Workshop

Malchus III is not a variant of Malchus II but rather a redesign.
Its now classic handle is now black and silver in color and matches the color of its new blade.
The new blade’s profile offers a level of realism never attained before with this weapon. Still made with our now famous, patented Calimacil foam, Malchus III will fight by your side for years to come!

Characters

Specially aimed toward characters originating from eastern countries or other exotics locales, Malchus III is perfect for warriors with a swift fighting style and rapid movements on the battlefield. It is almost as fierce in the hands of a mercenary who prefers brute force. Finally, Malchus III will fit any exotic characters such as a wizard of a wandering merchant.

Founded in 2004 in the cold windswept plains of the eastern Canada, Calimacil set out from its inception to become a world-class supplier of high-end LARP and historical re-enactment foam weapons. Our lavishly decorated designs are inspired by the martial lore of history, legends and stories taken directly from the dreamscapes of heroic fantasy. Our products are manufactured by an eager band of artisans made of passionate LARP players, martial arts practitioners and hardcore gamers. Playing is a fundamental part of the company's ethos as it focuses our creative energies and drives us to create new exciting weapons models. best foam weapon to play with.

The black guard with the curved pommel adds an exotic touch to this already exotic dagger with its sinuous steel-colored blade. Despite its pointy tip, this kriss is perfectly safe to use in a larp setting and is made from our tough and unique foam for years of swordplay to come!

Legend

The kriss has long been a symbol of power in the kingdom of Shakhbila and the Sultan knew it. The one who had usurped the throne from Rahim Nousha, the King of the Desert, needed this symbol to prove his rights to the throne to the people of the kingdom. However, he was unable to find the real dagger of Al-Shakkur so he secretly hired a young and ambitious blacksmith to produce a counterfeit that would save him time but fate tends to do things that seem unbelievable. While traveling to fetch the precious metals necessary to forge the counterfeit the young man fell, by pure chance, on the legendary kriss, buried in the sand of an oasis ... Little did he know that this event was about to change the course of his life.

Character

This kriss will complement the belt of an assassin as well as that of an exotic merchant, but is also ideal for nobility of an oriental country or other exotic destination.

Founded in 2004 in the cold windswept plains of the eastern Canada, Calimacil set out from its inception to become a world-class supplier of high-end LARP and historical re-enactment foam weapons. Our lavishly decorated designs are inspired by the martial lore of history, legends and stories taken directly from the dreamscapes of heroic fantasy. Our products are manufactured by an eager band of artisans made of passionate LARP players, martial arts practitioners and hardcore gamers. Playing is a fundamental part of the company's ethos as it focuses our creative energies and drives us to create new exciting weapons models. best foam weapon to play with.

Your Persian Blade is the namesake of your people. Quick and sharp--precise in accuracy, and cruel when necessary--it is more an extension of who you are than a mere weapon.

In the early morning you wake to begin your sword drills. Honing your skill will one day mean the difference between life and death in this violent world. When you join the army and march upon the Spartans, you look forward to finally testing your blade against the most deadly fighters in the world.

DETAILS

This bestselling Epic Armoury Persian Blade is a proper long sword, capable of taking on those pesky Spartans and their short blades and spears. The sword is 87 cm long from tip to pommel, with a 67 cm blade. The blade curves slightly and is thicker toward the tip with a false edge on the reverse side to give it the chopping and piercing power necessary to dominate a bloody battlefield. The handle with curled pommel is 16 cm long, rounded and bound in split-leather to give a comfortable and secure grip.

The blade is long and well-balanced making it a match for any Spartan you come across... provided you can get close enough to use it. Made from durable closed cell foam around a fibreglass core and finished with a strong latex coating, you can feel confident that your LARP weapon will provide the safety and appeal you want when crafting your kit.

HISTORY

• Persian swords are also referred to as a “Shamshir” or a “Scimitar”

Your Persian Dagger is the namesake of your people. Quick and sharp--precise in accuracy, and cruel when necessary--it is more an extension of who you are than a mere weapon.

In the early morning you wake to begin your sword drills. Honing your skill will one day mean the difference between life and death in this violent world. When you join the army and march upon the Spartans, you look forward to finally testing your blade against the most deadly fighters in the world.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Persian Dagger is a fine accessory for any Persian who needs a capable weapon against those pesky Spartans. The dagger is 45 cm long from tip to pommel, with a 30 cm blade. The single-edge blade curves, with a false edge on the reverse side of the tip to give the blade more piercing power. The 12 cm handle with curled pommel is rounded and bound in split-leather to give a comfortable and secure grip.

Made from durable closed cell foam around a fibreglass core and finished with a strong latex coating, you can feel confident that your LARP weapon will provide the safety and appeal you want when crafting your kit.

HISTORY

• Persian swords are also referred to as a Shamshir or a Scimitar

PICK UP / IN STORE AVAILABILITY ONLY

The best defence in life means nothing if it is eaten away by time and the elements, or even attacked from the inside.
And so it is with your own armour!
Humidity, expansion and contraction in the heat, UV radiation, rain, and the withering blows of your enemies all conspire to expose your armour to rust, but worse yet, your very own precious bodily fluids conspire to corrode it from the inside with their impurities and corruption! (which is why we only ever drink pure grain alcohol or rainwater)

You could coat your armour (and other metal objects) in a regular run of the mill lubricant, but many of them are actively hydrophobic. Great for metal but terrible for leather, cotton and other organic materials!

Lanox MX4 is a lanolin rich lubricant, and lanolin is the oil that is naturally produced by sheep to prevent them from shrinking in the rain and generally remain weather proof! It is superior to many artificial compounds and does not damage leathers or organic fibres.

Please note: Due to the pressurised nature of this product, it is NOT A PRODUCT THATCAN BE DELIVERED by standard courier. You will need to pick it up from us at a game or warehouse, or we may arrange for specialty couriers by request.

This product is available in store only and cannot be shipped as it is a pressurised container. Online orders placed for delivery will be cancelled.

Lothar's jaw was set in grim determination. As one of the King's elite guardsmen he had a duty to protect the Queen and the royal heir. He thought proudly to himself on how the filthy Orcs would not get past him. Sadly, he was facing outward into the hallway when the assassin slipped through the window.

With a thunk the crude wooden arrow clatters against the sturdy metal of Raven helmet. With a roar you charge the roughly dressed bandit before you, lifting your weapon high to cleave him in twain.

You’ve always believed skyforge steel is best and your armour reflects that fact. From the tip of your helmet to the base of your boots, your armour shines in the sun where it’s not covered with the blood of your enemies.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Raven Helmet is a skull cap helmet inspired by the spangenhelm of the early medieval period. The beak shaped face guard and metal cheek flaps provide great protection and visibility to the face, while the chainmail aventail provides protection to the neck. Reinforced with rivets, a combed apex, and a steel band around the rim, you can expect this helmet to stand up against any who should stand against you.

Secure the Raven Helmet by tightening the leather strap beneath the chin, keeping the helmet in place. Made of 1 mm thick mild steel and top-grain leather straps and fittings, this armour piece is built to withstand the abuse of a LARP or reenactment with regular leather and metal armour care.

HISTORY

• Spangenhelm design is originally German
• Historically made from iron
• Face guard makes this helmet a type of “spectacle helmet”

Kegelhelmets were widely spread in medieval asia and europe in many different variations.
This one has some cheek flaps, a high dome to protect the skull, and ends in a crest of horses' hair.
The maille protects neck and chest area.

Your Knight’s Code is one of valor, truth and courage. You are tasked with defending the innocent and the weak, and today your oath is being tested. Outside of town there has been a bandit attack on a merchant and his family, and it’s up to you to rescue them.

Your squire straps your Sallet onto your head over the weight of your chainmail coif, and with a prayer to your god you and your small unit strike out onto the road.

Criminals be warned.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Sallet is a protective helmet with a movable visor closely based on the historical helmet used in 15th century Germany. The visor is reinforced and shaped to fit comfortably around the face while still providing good air flow through its ventilation holes. This helmet is covered with detail that is both beautiful and practical. Wear the visor over the forehead or the face thanks to its flower-decorated hinge, or enjoy the decorative reinforcement plating along the brow. A flexible lobster neck-plate protects the back of the head behind the ears.

Secure the Sallet helmet by tightening the leather strap beneath the chin, keeping the helmet in place. Made of 1 mm thick mild steel and top-grain leather straps and fittings, this armour piece is built to withstand the abuse of a LARP or reenactment with regular leather and metal armour care.

HISTORY

• Replaced the Italian bascinet during the mid 15th century
• Was especially popular in Germany
• Worn during jousting when worn with a bevor

The Vaishir turban is made of fabric and thanks to its construction it is non-deformable through a solid and robust structure. It is made in one piece, so it doesn't require any preparation. It is also waterproof and highly resistant. The turban with proper use will not come apart. The sizes are adjusted due to the flexibility of their composition adjusting up or down in the sizing.

Rawblade is a B2B company focused on the world of medieval reenactment and LARP. Rawblade contributes to the market with their know-how of Spanish crafts, a long tradition of furs and leather, as well as steel. Inspired by the famous Toledo steel, Rawblade develops a set of armours and chainmails.

The human team behind Rawblade is formed from the experience acquired at EvilTailors, as well as the various platforms that have been integrated into its collective over time. The hard work, designs, and ideas that make up the Rawblade catalogue are the result of inspiration in the world of medieval fantasy that has accompanied them since childhood. We believe Rawblade offers a quality wardrobe at a very competitive price.

Rawblade attempts to use products and producers primarily from Spain. All their leather goods are made 100% in Spain adding the seal of quality to the crafts. Their foam creations, clothes, and steel are designed and made in Spain and India.

There are stories being told about you amongst the people. You are the viking who has slain over a thousand men. You put fear in your enemies with just a glance. Your aura of darkness freezes the hearts of anyone who looks you in the eye. And your favorite? Someone is saying you made a deal with a devil so that you may never die.

You will never tell them which might be true. Instead, as you sit in camp and wash the blood from your Norman Nasal Helmet, you simply listen...and smirk.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Norman Nasal Helmet is a conical skull cap offering basic protection to the head and face. Inspired by the historical helmets worn during the majority of the middle ages, the Norman Nasal Helmet features a decorated nasal plate which runs from the forehead down over the bridge of the wearer’s nose. A ridge runs along the cap to give the helmet additional reinforcement while on the battlefield.

Secure the Norman Nasal Helmet by tightening the leather strap beneath the chin, keeping the helmet in place. Made of 1 mm thick mild steel and top-grain leather straps and fittings, this armour piece is built to withstand the abuse of a LARP or reenactment with regular leather and metal armour care.

HISTORY

• Type of helmet was worn during most of the middle ages
• Nasal helmets would evolve into the great helm
• Metal strip along the nose was designed to protect the face
• Typically worn with a mail coif to protect the neck and cheeks

You look upon your leading officer as he makes his way down the line of your fellow soldiers. Your fate and the fate of your entire unit is dependent on this veteran’s word, and you find yourself relieved not to shoulder such a heavy burden.

”We must fight!” your officer shouts for all to hear. You adjust your Barbuta helmet, double checking the buckles as you listen to him continue. “For our homes and for our families, we will fight until we can fight no more!” With a resounding cheer, your fellow soldiers ready themselves for the charge. You withdraw your weapon, eager and afraid all at once.

The battle has begun.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Barbuta is a style of helmet inspired by Italian soldiers of the 15th century. Designed to protect the head during combat, the Barbuta is elegant as well as functional. The helmet covers the head, neck, and most of the face--while still offering clear vision through the helmet’s Y-shaped visor, which has been reinforced with additional rolled steel and rivets. Enjoy this sleek and easy to wear design, demanding attention on the battlefield with such details as the curved crest running from forehead to neck.

The Barbuta has been made to wear with renaissance style clothes, but it also has a high-fantasy feel. It has been popularized in modern culture as a helmet favoured by high-elves.

Secure the Barbuta by tightening the leather strap beneath the chin, keeping the helmet in place. Made of 1 mm thick mild steel and top-grain leather straps and fittings, this armour piece is built to withstand the abuse of a LARP or reenactment with regular leather and metal armour care..

HISTORY

• Used during the 15th century, where it was first used by the Italians
• Influenced by classical Greek helmets
• Often worn with a stiffened mail collar to protect the throat and neck
• Sometimes decorated with rich fabric like heavy velvet

It's all raiding up the front, party down the back.

You are laughing too loud. You realize it must be scaring your enemy, because no one wants to face you on the frontline anymore. They think you are crazed. Maybe you are, because the adrenaline of being in a battle has left you feeling drunk with exhilaration.

If no one will come to you, it’s time to bring the fight to them! One poor soldier desperately strikes at you and you feel the thud of his sword against your Viking Spangenhelm, but it hardly makes a scratch. You see the terror in his eyes as your laugh fills the field and you bring the strength of your axe down upon him.

You are Raynor Ironshood. Let them fear you. Let them all fear you.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Viking Spangenhelm is a skull cap helmet inspired by by the Vikings of the early middle ages. Featuring a cotton inlay, reinforced cap, 10 cm nose plate and chainmail aventail, this helm offers significant protection while also remaining more comfortable and lightweight than a full helm. The chainmail aventail hanging from the back of the helmet protects the ears and neck while also allowing easy head movement from side to side.

Secure the Viking Spangenhelm by tightening the leather strap beneath the chin, keeping the helmet in place. Made of 1 mm thick mild steel and top-grain leather straps and fittings, this armour piece is built to withstand the abuse of a LARP or reenactment with regular leather and metal armour care.

HISTORY

• Used since the end of the Roman Empire well into the medieval period
• Helmet style was popular amongst the Franks, Goths and the Byzantine Empire