Celtic Lamellar

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 Celtic Lamellar, 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 Celtic Lamellar is a leather cuirass designed to protect the torso with a reinforced leather breastplate and stiff backplate. Made from overlapping, vegetable-tanned, full-grain leather, this cuirass is shaped to deflect blows while still offering great flexibility. Embellished with golden runic stamps and sturdy leather cord stitching, adjust this strong breastplate at the flanks where three long leather straps and brass buckles attach the front to the backplate.

This Celtic Lamellar caters to the Gaelic tradition, making it a great choice for fleet-footed soldiers and skirmishers. This armour is fully compatible with other Epic Armoury leather and metal armour pieces. While designed to fit a Celtic setting, the style will also match a broad range of worlds and characters, allowing you the freedom to create your own unique style.

HISTORY

• Celtic and Gaelic tribes were generally remembered for their lightly armoured warriors
• Inspired by lamellar armour worn by the Vikings, which would have included small iron plates

THE WARRIORS OF THE NORTH SHALL NEVER SURRENDER

Epic Armoury's Dreki vest is designed to wear over a gambeson and on top of the Dreki armour-set. The item is large to its size, so it fits nicely over the other bulky products. The Dreki vest adds a distinctly rugged appearance to your character. Although the vest works best with the Dreki set, you can use this vest for any armour set from Epic Armoury, infusing it with a small part of the Dreki aesthetic.

 Made of twill, to have a stury feeling and top-grain leather straps and fittings to increase durability and hardness, this cloth piece is built to withstand the abuse of a LARP or reenactment with regular leather and metal armour care.

A SHARP TOUCH OF HISTORY

 “One of the very best swords anyone in the Northern Lands has carried…”

– The Saga of King Rolf Kraki, chapter 30

Have you ever dreamt of wielding a Viking sword with a historically authentic design? Then your saga is about to begin! The EirikR Sword is made as a collaboration between artisans of Epic Armoury and archaeologists from Lejre Land of Legends. It is designed to match the Osted Sword found in 1887 near the town of Osted in Lejre, Denmark. Due to its pattern-welded blade and the herringbone ornamentation with silver and copper on the crossguard and pommel, archaeologists assess that the sword most likely belonged to a king or a highly esteemed housecarl. As part of our Stronghold Master Collection, the EirikR Sword is a durable, high-quality LARP weapon that adheres to history without compromising safety. A perfect weapon for any Viking roleplayer or historical reenactor, stalwartly standing within mead halls, aboard Viking ships or on the open battlefield. The eyes of the Allfather rest upon you!

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 armour, 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 Viking Short Axe down upon him.

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

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s new improved version of the bestselling Viking Short Axe is reinforced to make it even more durable. The axe-head has a 18 cm edge and a golden embellishment that matches the pommel. The handle is 45 cm long and carved to look like rough wood grain without a specific grip, encouraging the user to make use of the axe’s versatile design.

Neutral in style and manoeuvrable enough to be used with almost any other product in the Epic Armoury collection, this latex axe is the perfect addition to any character--particularly a Viking or Dwarf. 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

• First hafted axe was created about 6,000 B.C. using birch-tar and raw-hide lashings to fix the blade to its handle
• Many battle axes doubled as tools and were cheaper to make than swords

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, but your Viking Shield deflects his attempt easily. 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 Ironshod. Let them fear you. Let them all fear you.

DETAILS

The bestselling Epic Armoury Viking Shield is a round 69 cm latex shield inspired by early pre-10th century vikings and Saxons. With a wooden texture and wood and iron paint finish, this shield is sure to impress your fellow warriors on the battlefield paired with a Viking Axe. Its slight convex shape and iron boss on the front is sure to give you an edge in combat.

Featuring a reliable and comfortable punch-grip, feel confident that this hard EVA foam and latex shield will withstand the continued abuse of a LARP with regular latex maintenance. Defend against your enemies and make this Viking Shield a part of your epic fighting style.

HISTORY

• Round wooden style was predominantly used in the early European Middle Ages using light, non-splintering wood such as linden, fir, alder or poplar
• Iron rim was sometimes used as a way to reinforce the shield
• Used the “Shield Boss”--the round, convex piece of material at the centre of the shield--to deflect blows

The forest is serene this morning as you head out along the trails. Birds are singing and the weather is crisp, perfect for working without breaking too much of a sweat. But as you approach the dead tree you’d marked the day before, you believe you hear something in the underbrush.

Your calloused, strong hand wraps around the handle of your axe hanging from your X Belt. The edge is freshly sharpened, and you’re ready to defend yourself from any beast that you might find--relieved as a neighbor’s dog comes bounding out from a bush, instead.

Back to work.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s X Belt is a long leather belt made from full-grain buffalo leather. Strong and durable, this belt is also stylish with its stitched X-shaped accents. With a 70 cm belt-tongue and 16 holes, adjust this belt to a large range of sizes to fit your unique body. Secure the belt using its rounded, steel belt buckle.

The X Belt is handsome and clean, making it a perfect fit for almost any character in any setting you care to play.

HISTORY

• Belts have been documented for male clothing since the Bronze Age between 3200–600 B.C.
• More commonly a male fashion item, with the exception of the Middle Ages

A beautifully decorated leather armour for the upper part of the body. The gorget is attached to the rest of the armour, its surface is decorated with a kind of hammer finish. The edges are embossed with different patterns. The size can be adjusted individually by two buckle straps on each side of the armour. Two straps at the upper part of the gorget can be used to attach all kinds of pauldrons. Furthermore additional tassets can be added at the small eyelets in the front.

The italian company "Fucina del Drago" is famous for its beautiful leather products. They only use high quality leather and materials. Elaborate embossing and the antique patina make their pieces of armour a real eye-catcher.

You think about dreaming it, we will take care of making it happen.

Our work briefly translates into this: starting from an idea, a sketch, a story and transforming those smoky lines into an object that can be used in the context (whether strictly historical or fantasy) for which it was designed.

Design therefore, at the base of each project, modulated on the budget of each client.

Realization, with a particular attention to detail and real use (not only display but rather mainly products made to be worn, used, lived).

Assistance, so that everything that has already been created does not suffer the damage of time or the wear and tear of years of use.

Black Dragon is our brand for the design and construction of weapons, armor and props oriented to LARP, Cosplay and film productions.

These are articles made of materials such as plastazote, evazote, resins and the like, used to give shape and substance to the wildest dreams of every designer or to reproduce objects not otherwise available because of fantasy.

It was born from the meeting between the Fucina del Drago and Black Forge, an artisan workshop that has been active for years in the LARP and Cosplay sector at national and international level which, in February 2020, joined forces in the common goal of expanding their work and their skills to offer them on a wider market also linked to film productions.

From this collaboration, projects related to TV series have been born that have benefited from years of experience and tests on materials, at the same time highlighting on the one hand the absolute reachable realism and on the other the possibility of truly shaping the imagination to give shape to things otherwise unattainable.

From the feedback obtained, the push that led us to strongly believe in this new project was born to the point of creating a brand dedicated only to this type of product.

A fundamental component of our work remains attentive listening to the customer and continuous contact in order to be certain not only of the achievement of the final result, but also and above all of full satisfaction: from this point of view it makes no difference that you are a live role player, a cosplayer or a film production company, we will still be able to accompany you from the preparatory sketch to the finished product in order to give you the most precise possible idea of ​​what we are making for you.

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 Leather Brigandine, 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 Leather Brigandine is leather armour reinforced with heavy leather plates designed to protect the entire torso, upper thighs and groin. Made from full-grain leather and brass coated rivets, this menacing waistcoat is both lightweight and durable. Secure this brigandine with five heavy leather straps and brass buckles down the front, further adjustable by tightening leather cords along the flanks between the armpit and midthigh.

The Leather Brigandine is fully compatible with other Epic Armoury armours, and its distinctive but low-fantasy style allow it to be used across games and characters. With the proper leather care, you can expect this armour to withstand the abuse of a LARP or reenactment for a long time!

HISTORY

• Worn over a gambeson or coat of chainmail by soldiers ranging from archers to knights
• Came into wide use during the 1400s, but this particular style was more popular in the 16th century
• Provided more mobility, but less protection than plate armour

The Italian company Fucina del Drago is famous for its beautiful leather products. They only use high quality leather and materials. 

The Lancelot cuirass is a very elaborately decorated leather armor for the upper body. The torso connects with the segmented armor belt with leather straps so it can be easily adjusted to suit knights of nearly any size. The armor is closed with buckles at the shoulders and at the back, allowing ideal adaption to the wearer's torso. Many details have been carefully worked into and refined with the special antique finish that makes the products of this manufacturer so unmistakable. Of course, the leather armor can be combined with almost all leather shoulders from the Fucina del Drago range. The matching tassets can be connected to the armor using firmly riveted brass D-rings. This armor is suitable for many character concepts. From adventurers to warlords, everyone cuts a fine figure in it.

Round (table) it all out with the complete matching set.

You think about dreaming it, we will take care of making it happen.

Our work briefly translates into this: starting from an idea, a sketch, a story and transforming those smoky lines into an object that can be used in the context (whether strictly historical or fantasy) for which it was designed.

Design therefore, at the base of each project, modulated on the budget of each client.

Realization, with a particular attention to detail and real use (not only display but rather mainly products made to be worn, used, lived).

Assistance, so that everything that has already been created does not suffer the damage of time or the wear and tear of years of use.

Black Dragon is our brand for the design and construction of weapons, armor and props oriented to LARP, Cosplay and film productions.

These are articles made of materials such as plastazote, evazote, resins and the like, used to give shape and substance to the wildest dreams of every designer or to reproduce objects not otherwise available because of fantasy.

It was born from the meeting between the Fucina del Drago and Black Forge, an artisan workshop that has been active for years in the LARP and Cosplay sector at national and international level which, in February 2020, joined forces in the common goal of expanding their work and their skills to offer them on a wider market also linked to film productions.

From this collaboration, projects related to TV series have been born that have benefited from years of experience and tests on materials, at the same time highlighting on the one hand the absolute reachable realism and on the other the possibility of truly shaping the imagination to give shape to things otherwise unattainable.

From the feedback obtained, the push that led us to strongly believe in this new project was born to the point of creating a brand dedicated only to this type of product.

A fundamental component of our work remains attentive listening to the customer and continuous contact in order to be certain not only of the achievement of the final result, but also and above all of full satisfaction: from this point of view it makes no difference that you are a live role player, a cosplayer or a film production company, we will still be able to accompany you from the preparatory sketch to the finished product in order to give you the most precise possible idea of ​​what we are making for you.

“The deer gave her a resolute look. There was something otherworldly about it. The baron had paid her handsomely to bring him the head of the white hart, but she felt that there was something else to this story. The other rangers called her the best archer in the realm, and hundreds of deer had been hunted down by her skill and resolve. But better than most, she knew some arrows were best kept in the quiver. Thus she lowered her bow and nodded in respect. The hart returned the gesture, and a bond was formed. One that eventually would save her life.”

Epic Armoury’s Ranger Torso Armour is a chrome-tanned leather cuirass comprising a simple frame with a diagonal weave on the front and sides. The pieces are combined and adjusted with the ornamented strappings. The armour is designed to fit the other items of the Ranger Complete Armour Set, but with the tie-on system and creativity, it can be combined with pieces from different armour sets. A versatile armour well suited in settings inspired by Vikings, Celts or the mediaeval period of Europe.