Captain Cuirass

FULL METAL JACKET!

“I swear, our captain stood furiously calm as the bandit scout aimed at his chest. Then the air hissed from the released arrow about to pierce his heart, but the cuirass bluntly stopped the deadly result. The captain responded quickly as he swiftly charged and decapitated the petty fool. That day we learned two things: Aim for the head and don a decent armour!”

The Captain Cuirass provides stout and stylish protection and is available in Polished Steel and Epic Dark which offers a chance for a glorious or grim appearance. The cuirass carries a vibe of human imperialism with a more aristocratic design than, for example, the Merc Armour and Warrior Armour. The Captain Cuirass is part of the Captain Armour Complete Set and is designed to pair with the Captain Gorget, Captain Pauldrons, Captain Arm Protection, Captain Belt Shields and Captain Greaves.

You’re a veteran fighter and been through your fair share of scrapes. Injuries, near deaths, and actual deaths that didn’t quite stick have been in your repertoire. That’s why, as a wise warrior, you take care to wear the best armour.

Your Captain Belt Shields protects your thighs from any wayward strikes. Whatever keeps you going strong!

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Captain Belt Shield are two plates designed to protect the thighs. These rolled edge steel plates hang from your own belt to cover the outer thighs, sliding into place using black leather loops securely fastened with rivets. Each plate is 25cm long and 19cm wide, with two 24cm folded leather loops.

The Captain’s Belt Shield armour features notches and overlapping welded plates, giving your armour a little extra detail that can be paired with a multitude of styles. This armour does not require assistance to equip, because it is very easy to put on and take off. Made of 1 mm thick galvanized 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 more popular as firearm technology became more prevalent during the 13th century
• Historically designed with sculpted ridges and overlapping plates to provide reinforced protection and to deflect attacks on a chaotic battlefield

We need to be reminded sometimes that a battle lasts but a few minutes!

The Epic Armoury Captain Chainmail is effortless to put on and is comfortable to wear in Larp battle. This flexible mail tunic has hand-stiched leather edging with a series of buckles in the front for a quick fit. The mail covers the body from the shoulder to the thighs and has long sleeves. Each butted ring interlocks with four other rings in a 4-in-1 design. The armpits are reinforced with riveted rings designed to cope with the weight when lifting your arms during combat. This chainmail can easily be worn over a gambeson for more comfort and to prevent bruising in battle.

There are stories being told about you amongst the soldiers. You are the mercenary who has slain over a thousand men. You put fear in your enemies with one sweep of your weapon. 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 strap your armour over your Imperial Gambeson, preparing for battle. You will never tell them which stories might be true, but they can see for themselves your battle prowess once you step onto the field and dominate once more.

DETAILS

This Epic Armoury Imperial Gambeson is a padded long-sleeve coat covering the torso from neck, down over the hips on 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 a system of cotton cords, allowing the wearer to customize the tightness of the fit. The arms are easily detachable by untying its cotton cords on the shoulders and sleeves, each cord secured through long-lasting brass eyelets.

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 and mimicking a classic European high-medieval style.

Though of European cut, gambeson or quilted-style armours have seen world-wide use since antediluvian times, making the Imperial Gambeson a great basic armour with a range of possibilities regardless of time and place.

HISTORY

• Quilted armours have been around since at least 400 BCE
• Used as padding under chainmail or plate armour
• Historically, a high-medieval European gambeson was recorded as being capable of stopping sword blows from penetrating the skin
• Could stop heavy arrows and mace and axe impacts with the addition of overlaying chainmail
• Specific style often worn by freemen, mercenaries, and other independent warriors

A FORTIFIED REACH!

“The impossible happened. Undoubtedly, the assassin did not hit as intended, but the moment was right as the two officers concluded the parlay on the open field. The crossbow bolt darted through the air only to deflect on our captain’s arm protection. Our captain remained unfaced and merely maintained his presented hand to stoically offer a handshake. The other officer accepted with no small amount of respect. We all regarded the display in awe.”

The Captain Arm Protection is an essential part of the Captain Armour Complete Set, available in glorious Polished Steel and grim Epic Dark and designed to emphasise servitude and privilege. It is fitted with leather straps to ensure a tight and comfortable fit that will serve you when engaging in warfare skirmishes. The Captain Arm Protection is part of the Captain Armour Complete Set and is intended to pair with the Captain Cuirass, Captain Pauldrons, Captain Leg Protection and Captain Belt Shields.

SAVE YOUR NECK!

The mercenary roared in pain as my rapier found a weak spot in his armour. In a last effort of fearful rage, he drew his rondel dagger and made a forceful thrust. In a fraction of the following moment, I felt the blade sing as my gorget reflected the blade. A scratched armour is better than a fatal wound, I thought, as the fight continued.

The Captain Gorget is a minor but essential armour piece, available in glorious Polished Steel and grim Epic Dark. It is fitted with strings designed to attach the Captain Pauldrons or other tie-on armour shoulder pieces. The Captain Gorget is part of the Captain Armour Complete Set and is intended to pair with the Captain Cuirass, Captain Pauldrons, Captain Arm Protection, Captain Belt Shields and Captain Greaves.

SHOULDER AGAINST SHOULDER!

“Of course, the captain was better equipped, but within this moment, it did not matter. He had placed himself firmly on the ground, drawn his sword and gestured for us to form a line. When then knew that he was no aloof officer. He was a soldier like the rest of us. While the enemy still advanced towards us, I could sense the sudden cracks in their morale.”

DETAILS

The Captain Pauldrons provide sovereign shoulder protection and are made from mild steel in Epic Dark and Epic Grey colours to emphasise honour and servitude. It is designed with a characteristic haute-piece that provides extra protection for the neck.

The Captain Pauldrons are part of the Captain Armour Complete Set and are intended to pair with the Captain Cuirass, Captain Gorget, Captain Arm Protection, Captain Leg Protection and Captain Belt Shields. The Captain Pauldrons are sold as a pair.

HISTORY

The word pauldron is derived from the Old French words espauleron, which means a shoulder-plate, and espaule, which means shoulder.

TAKE A STAND!

The sergeant was fast and skilled with a sword. But he was also young and clearly did not expect the unexpected. The captain avoided a few strikes and made a pirouette followed by a seeming half-hearted thrust, which the sergeant parried with triumphant ease. But the following armoured knee bash sent him instantly coughing to the ground. The senior officer peered at his defeated subordinate and responded with an approving nod.

The Captain Leg Protection is an essential part of the Captain Armour Complete Set to emphasise servitude and privilege and is available in glorious Polished Steel and grim Epic Dark. It is fitted with leather straps that can be attached to a belt. The Captain Leg Protection is part of the Captain Armour Complete Set and is intended to pair with the Captain Cuirass, Captain Pauldrons, Captain Arm Protection and Captain Belt Shields.

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 Milanese Armour, 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 Milanese Armour is a simple low-fantasy piece of armour protecting the front of the torso and abdomen. The plate rests at the waist and is sculpted to fit the body and add structural strength to the steel. This steel riveted piece has been polished to a high-gloss finish to appeal to the knights in shining armour.

The Milanese Armour is embellished with a beveled plate on the chest to deflect attacks. It is fully usable with Epic Armoury’s Faulds and Tassets and well as other metal work products, giving you the freedom to customize your character’s 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

• Historically designed with sculpted ridges and overlapping plates to provide reinforced protection and to deflect attacks on a chaotic battlefield
• Plate armour became more popular as firearm technology became more prevalent during the 13th century

To serve your lord, you are prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice. Upon the battlefield you await the coming violence, looking out upon the thousands at your side and the thousands more who stand opposed. You may very well die this day, but you have every intention of taking out a hundred soldiers before you do.

Your lord strides along the battlelines, shouting encouragement. Your Churburg Armour glints in the sunlight as he finally gives the call to charge--and with that decisive shout the battle begins.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Churburg Armour is a simple low-fantasy piece of armour protecting the front and back of the torso and abdomen. The plate rests at the waist and is sculpted to fit the body and add structural strength to the steel.

The Churburg Armour is embellished with a wide ‘V’ on the front to deflect attacks away from the head. It is fully usable with Epic Armoury’s other metal work products, giving you the freedom to customize your character’s 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

• Loosely based on the Churburg #13 breastplate, a historically famous armour set from the 14th century
• Historical inspiration was considered a “transitional” breastplate, meant to be worn with a lot of chainmail
• Our version is much bigger than the original, protecting the entire chest

Your squire buckles the straps of your custom-fit Gothic Half Armour, adjusting it to be comfortable and snug over your gambeson. You paid top coin for this suit of plate, and you expect people will be impressed when they see how it shines on the battlefield.

Your blacksmith assured you that the Gothic Half Armour design was the latest in technology, able to withstand and deflect attacks--even arrows from the enemy’s bows. You are a mighty warrior, indeed, to be the owner of such fine craftsmanship. A fitting symbol of your godly-given status.

DETAILS

This bestselling armour is made for the upper crust of the battlefield, featuring front and backplates, faulds and tassets. The breast plate has a central crease and ridges around the rim. The armour is a close fit to the arms and throat to minimize the number of weak spots. The matching breast and backplates extend below the abdomen, connecting to the tassets beneath the protection of the faulds: a series of overlapping, modelled metal plates protecting the weak spots at the pelvis.

Made from mild steel with rolled edges and top-grain leather straps and fittings, this Gothic Half Armour is built to withstand the abuse of a LARP or reenactment while keeping the user safe and comfortable. With regular leather and metal armour care, you can expect this armour set to last for a long time!

HISTORY

• Gothic style historically developed in the 1420-1440s thanks to technological advances
• Characterized by the curves, flutes and ridges, which strengthened the armour and deflected projectiles

Practical Protection for the Body

Epic Armoury’s Soldier Torso is a handmade cuirass and backplate, designed to protect the front and back of the torso and abdomen. This low-fantasy design is meant to fit an assortment of characters, and is inspired by historical medieval armour. It’s simple form comes in a range of sizes, and can easily be used by most people thanks to its curve and ability to overlap beneath the arms. The plate rests at the hips and has small rolled flanges around its edges.

Secure the Soldiers Torso by attaching the breastplate and backplate together over the chest. Six leather straps are riveted to the backplate, and are adjusted using the buckles attached to the breastplate. Tighten and adjust to your size, ideally over a padded gambeson for the most comfort. Made of polished 1 mm thick steel and chrome leather straps, this armour is built to withstand the abuse of a LARP or reenactment with regular leather and metal armour care.

Inspired by Medieval History

• Historically designed with sculpted ridges and overlapping plates to provide reinforced protection and to deflect attacks on a chaotic battlefield
• Plate armour became more popular as firearm technology became more prevalent during the 13th century

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.

You stand so very tall in your armour, the hard edges of your Renegade Cuirass glinting in the sunlight. From far away you pose an intimidating threat, and up close you are terrifying.

Known as The Renegade, you are a mercenary for hire and you and your team have never lost a battle. It is a testament to your great intelligence as well as your might, for you control the battlefield in more ways than one.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Steel Renegade Cuirass is a torso armour designed to shield the upper chest and waist, along with the lower back. Handcrafted from 1mm thick mild steel, this torso armour features a malleable front plate that provide great protection and movement. The shape of the front plate is specifically designed to be more comfortable for a female player. These plates are attached with vegetable tanned leather to two lower back plates, that can be strapped together to have the torso armour be a combined front and back plate.

The Renegade Cuirass is designed to match Epic Armoury’s ‘Renegade’ set, a mercenary inspired armour set that has been designed for specifically female body sizes and types. The Renegade armour is perfect for the well-armed and armoured adventurers or the Rebellious individuals fighting against an unjust empire. Renegade armour is made in such a way that it can also be paired with other Epic Armoury armours in order to grant you endless customization possibilities. To wear the Renegade Cuirass, simply Strap the two leather straps situated on the two backplates, make sure that they are tightly fitted in order to keep the armour firmly in place.

HISTORY

• Historically designed with sculpted ridges and overlapping plates to provide reinforced protection and to deflect attacks on a chaotic battlefield
• The overlapping plates are referred to as ‘lames’