Sword and Board
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− | Sword and Board is a common expression for using a [[Sword]] and a [[Shield]] in combination with one another. This fighting style is among the first new combatants learn and is useful in many different situations, especially [[shield wall]]s. The sword is usually a Class One weapon as they are easier to swing one-handed than a Class Two weapon would be. Shields come in many shapes and sizes, and all have unique advantages and disadvantages when fighting sword and boards. | + | Sword and Board is a common expression for using a [[Sword]] and a [[Shield]] in combination with one another. This [[Fighting Styles| fighting style]] is among the first new combatants learn and is useful in many different situations, especially [[shield wall]]s. The sword is usually a Class One weapon as they are easier to swing one-handed than a Class Two weapon would be. Shields come in many shapes and sizes, and all have unique advantages and disadvantages when fighting sword and boards. |
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The Downside to Sword and Board is that the weight of the shield can significantly slow down a combatant. A [[Flanker]] who must move quickly from one side of the field to the other will not find the added weight of a tower shield useful. [[Florentine]] or the use of a small shield, such as a [[buckler]], can aide flankers. | The Downside to Sword and Board is that the weight of the shield can significantly slow down a combatant. A [[Flanker]] who must move quickly from one side of the field to the other will not find the added weight of a tower shield useful. [[Florentine]] or the use of a small shield, such as a [[buckler]], can aide flankers. | ||
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[[Flail]] and Shield known as [[Ball and Wall]] - A Flail replaces the sword, allowing for a variety of different angle shots.<br><br> | [[Flail]] and Shield known as [[Ball and Wall]] - A Flail replaces the sword, allowing for a variety of different angle shots.<br><br> | ||
[[Mace]] and Shield, known as [[Board and Bat]] - A Mace is useful as they are effective no matter what side hits your opponent; therefore, some people replace the sword with one in order to be more effective on the field.<br> | [[Mace]] and Shield, known as [[Board and Bat]] - A Mace is useful as they are effective no matter what side hits your opponent; therefore, some people replace the sword with one in order to be more effective on the field.<br> |
Revision as of 06:12, 22 March 2007
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Overview
Sword and Board is a common expression for using a Sword and a Shield in combination with one another. This fighting style is among the first new combatants learn and is useful in many different situations, especially shield walls. The sword is usually a Class One weapon as they are easier to swing one-handed than a Class Two weapon would be. Shields come in many shapes and sizes, and all have unique advantages and disadvantages when fighting sword and boards.
Advantages:
The largest benefits to Sword and Board are versatility and protection. Most positions on the field can utilize a sword and board combatant as either offense or defense. They make up alot of the lines and can quickly turn the tide of any battle.
Disadvantages:
The Downside to Sword and Board is that the weight of the shield can significantly slow down a combatant. A Flanker who must move quickly from one side of the field to the other will not find the added weight of a tower shield useful. Florentine or the use of a small shield, such as a buckler, can aide flankers.
Variations in Style:
Flail and Shield known as Ball and Wall - A Flail replaces the sword, allowing for a variety of different angle shots.
Mace and Shield, known as Board and Bat - A Mace is useful as they are effective no matter what side hits your opponent; therefore, some people replace the sword with one in order to be more effective on the field.