Shields
Used not only to block strikes and missiles but also swung outwardly (or in quick upward motions) to strike an opponent. Also used to rush an opponent (known as shield bashing). Some shields had spikes, sharp edges, or other offensive designs.
- Aspis, hoplon (Mediterranean)
- Buckler (European)
- Ceremonial shields, hide, leather, wickerwork (worldwide, tribal)
- Heater shield, heraldic shield (European)
- Hoplon shield (European)
- Hungarian shield (European)
- Ishlangu (African)
- Kite shield (European)
- Scuta, oval scutum, tower or rectangular scutum (Mediterranean)
- Targe (European)
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