Shirt Duccio

If you’re looking for a solid, all-around medieval shirt, the Shirt Ducio is a great place to start. It’s based on styles from the High and Late Middle Ages, so it’s pretty much the "standard" look for anyone from a commoner to a knight taking a break. It’s a simple, reliable piece that fits into almost any historical or fantasy kit without looking out of place.

This product is made from 100% Cotton Crepe, which is very different than regular stiff flat cotton. It has an authentic natural slightly crinkled quality and texture that makes it look even better when working in an outdoor environment. It is breathable so even if you have multiple layers or wear something heavier than normal, you will be comfortable and free to breathe.

To allow maximum ease of movement, we’ve updated the historical cut of the sleeves and shoulders using modern tailoring techniques. The construction allows you to raise and lower your arms and have a full range of motion while working around a campfire, swinging a sword, or performing other physical activities without any interfering bulkiness or constrictiveness of fabric. Our historical layers provide all that you need in a traditional dress; they are truly functional and fashionable at the same time!

Why it's a must-have:

• Cotton Crepe Fabric: 100% cotton that’s soft, light, and has a cool natural texture that looks the part.
• Fits Any Character: Based on designs from the Middle Ages, it works for almost any time period or character type.
• Made to Move: We tweaked the historical patterns so it fits better around the arms and shoulders for modern bodies.
• Easy to Layer: It’s light enough to tuck into your trousers or wear under a doublet without adding a ton of bulk.
• Available in sizes S/M, L/XL and XXL/3XL

Donning your kimono and Jin Baori every morning is as much a ritual as a tea ceremony. Carefully inspected and folded the night before, it is of the utmost importance that a samurai of your stature maintain a pristine uniform. To look sloppy implies that your discipline is lacking--and by that logic, your swordsmanship must be, too.

Instead of risking such dishonor to your reputation, you take the care that is necessary. There will not be a thread out of place.

DETAILS

The Epic Armoury Jin Baori is a traditional open overcoat to be worn over a high-ranking samurai’s armour. Reaching from the shoulders to the mid-thigh and edged with broad golden bands along the collar and hem, this handsome garment adds detail and interest to an Asian-inspired costume. Fit shoulder armour outside the Jin-Baori by threading straps through the four eyelets located on the back and front. Each eyelet is clearly marked by golden edging, adding strength and aesthetic appeal.

On the back, the Jin-Baori has two slits allowing maximum mobility. These slits also allow a sword to hang comfortably from a belt beneath the coat. The garment is made of durable, but comfortable cotton with gold coloured cotton edging. Fully compatible with Epic Armoury's other Asian styles, the Jin-Baori is for the warrior looking to display his status and skill on the field of glory.

HISTORY

• Historically made for armoured samurai to wear
• Considered a type of haori, which is a kimono-like jacket that adds formality to an outfit
• Traditionally a male garment until the Meiji period

Discontinued 2016

DISCONTINUED IN 2019 - Still available to order but some colours/sizes may not be available. Check with us before ordering if not showing as currently in stock.

Silence. Perfect silence.

You use the silence as a cloak of armour, masked in the darkness and waiting for danger to show itself. You ready your sword, prepared to launch your deadly attack should your Lord’s assassins appear. One quick slice and they will breathe their last, you sword hitting its mark and your Kimono becoming soaked in their dark red blood. When you vanish once more, you’ll leave any of their allies bewildered and afraid.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Dark Red Kimono is a traditional Japanese T-shaped robe with ¾ length sleeves made from heavy red cotton and a reinforced collar. Reaching from the shoulders to the upper thighs, this garment is a great base to an Ancestral costume. The Kimono is worn by tying the left over the right side, securing its cotton straps located on the inside and outside of the waist. The sleeves hang loose just above the wrists, leaving the hands free and allowing the greatest possible freedom of action.

Fully compatible with Epic Armoury's other Asian styles, the Kimono is a great basis for almost any samurai-inspired character you wish to make - be it honourable warrior or dishonoured thief.

HISTORY

• A traditional Japanese garment since the 8th century
• Resembles a kosode, which is a shorter sleeved kimono worn with a hakama
• Traditionally secured with a sash tied at the back called an obi
• Always traditionally tied with the left over the right side, except when dressing the dead

Two tone is the height of fashion, even on the battlefield!

The official tabbard of Conquest '09, but who are we kidding? Colours like these are stylish wherever you go!

You are a Rahk of the Black Ice Essence, a physical manifestation of perfection and complete unification. You march in unison and you fight in unison with all the soldiers and the officers of your unit. Together you are efficient.

The mortal races will all become assimilated in time. When everyone becomes an aspect of your Essence, the world will finally be perfect.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Black Ice Tabard is a sleeveless, open-sided garment worn over any outfit or set of armor, often with a belt. This particular tabard is a tasteful violet-blue with black trim. Whether you are a one-man army wanting to stand out, or you are in a unit of soldiers and want to blend in, you will appear full of style, class, and distinction by wearing the Black Ice Tabard. While specifically designed for ConQuest’s Non-Player Character group, the Black Ice, feel free to use this tabard to fit your own character’s design.

INSPIRATION

• Used as the uniform of choice for Black Ice infantry, a NPC group of enemies within the ConQuest universe
• Made from the Essence of Black Ice, according to ConQuest lore

PLEASE NOTE: This corset is NOT designed for tightlacing.

The way the human children look at you, you would assume they have never seen an elf before. Granted, it isn’t often that you travel into cities. You prefer the tranquil sounds of the forest, away from the stench and chaos of busy human streets.

However, you have business with a certain wizard in town. So while your elven garb--Dark Elf Corset, tunic, and weapons--cause you to stand out amongst the crowd, you continue without raising a fuss. After all, they are only short-lived creatures. They don’t know any better than to stare.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Dark Elf Corset is a top-grain leather underbust designed to protect the abdomen while making you look and feel dangerous on the battlefield. Adjustable by tightening the leather cords down the spine and along the sides, this corset design allows for a perfect fit. The stitching around the edges and the embellished stiff leather strengthen this corset’s structural stability and slim the wearer’s appearance, so with regular leather care you can expect this Dark Elf Corset to have a long lifetime. Use this Dark Elf Corset to create an intimidating statement or add some interest to your kit.

INSPIRATION

• Typically used as an undergarment through history, made from fabric and bone
• Metal corsets were invented during the 16th century, the closest historical evidence of women’s corsets being used as potential armour
• Corset armour has gained popularity through fiction and fantasy literature