User blog:Pygmy Hippo 2/Vandalic Warriors vs. Han Soldiers

There are empires throughout history and always people who wish to end them to gain more power or freedom from a corrupt government. These two warriors embody those sides perfectly as the death of empire clashes with the army which made a Dynasty great to see which force is superior. It's time for another round of sword swings, polearm stabs, and projectiles flying to see...

The Vandalic Warriors, the barbarians who took over Africa and then brought aboutthe Roman Empire's demise!

The Han Soldiers, the army which made their Dynasty a powerhouse by crushing kingdoms and barbarians alike!

Vandalic Warriors
"Never, shall I go back to Spain until I am master of Africa."-Gaiseric the Vandal King

Short Range:Migration Period Sword

The Vandal's straight sword is 37 inches long, weighs 2 pounds, made of steel with a short guard and large pommel based on the Spatha, and could slash and stab effectively.

Mid Range:Framea Spear

The Warrior's slender spear is 7 feet long, lightweight, has a wooden shaft and single iron blade for stabbing, and could be thrown at enemies.

Long Range:Self Bow

The Vandal's simple bow has a range of 91 meters, lightweight, made of wood to fire iron arrows, and was as effective as a composite bow on foot.

Special Weapon:One-Handed Axe

The Warrior's battle axe is 19 inches long, fairly heavy, has an iron blade, and was used to hack through any protection their foes had and their bodies.

Han Soldiers
"He who conquers himself is the mightiest warrior."-Ancient Chinese Proverb

Short Range:Huán Shôu Dao

The Han's straight sword is 43 inches long, weighs 2.5 pounds, made of steel with a round ring at the bottom and rope attached to it and the wielder's wrist, and could slash and stab effectively.

Mid Range:Ji Polearm

The Soldier's polearm is 7.2 feet long, lightweight, has a wooden shaft and two iron blades for stabbing, and is a combination of a dagger-axe and spear.

Long Range:Han Crossbow

The Han's signature crossbow has a range of 300 meters, fairly heavy, made of wood and brass to fire iron bolts, and had great penetrating capabilities.

Special Weapon:Gou Xiang

The Soldier's bladed gauntlet is 18 inches long, fairly heavy, has iron hook blades, and could block opponent's swords or stab them.

X-Factors
Armor:The Vandalic Warrior wore a iron mail shirt that reached his knees with iron lamellar over it, an iron Roman Ridge Helm style helmet, splinted greaves and vambraces for his forearms and forelegs, and carried a round boss shield. The Han Soldier wore iron lamellar made of 328 pieces and iron thigh armor, an iron helmet that covered most of his head except for part of the face, and carried an iron shield with engraved images.

Experience:The Vandalic Warriors fought Gothic armies, the Suebi tribe, and the Western and Eastern Roman Empire in several battles where they almost always were victorious although some battles were attacks from the sea on coasts. The Han Soldiers fought the kingdoms of Wu, Chu, Zhao, Minyue, and the four Qi kingdoms with complete success although the Xiongnu tribal confederation they had trouble with in the beginning of the conflict.

Tactics:The Vandalic Warriors could fight effectively in many different scenarios including regular battles, city sieges, and naval raids while using their swords, spears, bows, and shields for infantry combat. The Han Soldiers could effectively fight in regular battles, attempt ambushes, and dig in for defensive lines while preferring swords and crossbows for infantry combat.