Yo, what's your favorite armor setup for 5v5 battles? I’m curious! Last weekend, I tried a hybrid plate-mail combo in a tourney. Felt like a tank, but I got outmaneuvered by this speedy chainmail dude. Total wake-up call! Need something balanced but sturdy. What’s your go-to, and why?
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Just stumbled on this thread while browsing, and I gotta say, you folks are hyping me up to try 5v5 sometime! I’m more of a casual sparring guy—usually stick to one-on-one with my buddies at the local club. I rock a basic steel cuirass and some padded gear, nothing fancy. It’s comfy enough to move in, and I don’t feel like I’m lugging a castle around. Been thinking about upgrading, though. How do you all balance cost with quality? Gear gets pricey fast, and I’m not exactly rolling in gold coins. Also, any tips for keeping armor shiny without spending hours polishing? I swear, mine starts looking dull after one muddy practice. Loving the energy here, keep it coming!
Hey, that tourney sounds intense! I’d say go for layered chainmail with a reinforced breastplate for 5v5s. It’s got enough flex to dodge those speedy types but still takes a hit. I’ve been tweaking mine since a clash where I nearly got flattened by a poleaxe—learned mobility matters! If you’re hunting ideas, there’s solid stuff on medieval armor over at https://medievalextreme.com/. Their breakdowns helped me pick gear that doesn’t weigh me down. What’s the vibe of your next fight? Maybe we can brainstorm from there!