Viking Dragon

Viking Dragon

Epic Armoury’s Wood Viking Dragon Shield is an 80 cm round 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 provides an edge in combat. Its laser cut details and golden double-headed dragon sigil give this shield a unique aesthetic.

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 Scutum Shield a part of your epic fighting style.

• Available in Dark Wood and Ivory White colors

History

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