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The Roman Empire has long been considered one of the greatest empires in history, and its soldiers were so effective that the very word "legion" has come to be synonymous with a formidable fighting force. On the other hand, the Vikings of the medieval period brought forth warriors so fearsome and brutal that they are still legends to this day.So, who would win in a fight between the Romans and the Vikings? Let's find out.If we want to figure out who is going to win this fight, we first have to l

The Algonquin People are credited with the invention of the ‘tomahawk’, though there’s now speculation that they may have engineered their version based on influence from Vikings lead by Leif Erikson. Viking axes were also used in battle and so had points on both ends as well as long handles. Regardless, over time the technology of the tomahawk spread down the coast, and soon the Cherokee had their own version of this lethal battle axe. Until the Europeans came over, tomahawks were usually

It was a night like one out of a dream, cold and steely. I could feel the wind in my hair and the salt from the sea upon my armor. My armor was that of gambeson or quilted cloth. Being from a lower status of Vikings this leather armor was all I could afford. Some of my friends from the higher Viking status have obtained the ever fancy Lammellar armor. This particular armor is more expensive than my gambeson due to the iron plates it contains. These iron plates are then laced together in a patter

Throughout the period called the "Dark Ages", the seafaring warriors of the North, the Vikings, struck fear into the peoples of Europe. Daring the waters of many seas these fearless men of Scandinavia alternately raided and explored. The Vikings were not just raiders but farmers and merchants. As merchants, their travels extended into the Middle East. Here's where the Viking sword came into being.Swords in Europe were made of ferrous iron. It held a great deal of slag which when forged into weap

You've worked long and hard making your cosplay costume. Every detail’s perfect from the era and style of your boots to the intricate design of your wig. The only thing missing from your ensemble is the weapon that sets your character apart. The sword must be the right fit, not only for the character, but also for the type of gathering that you’re preparing for.For that convention or party, you’ll want a real sword to showcase the realism of your creation. If you plan on a day of LARPing a foam