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Laqy's "The Mad Minds of Monarchs" Edges

Short Range: The sablia might be a little more functional as a cavalry weapon, but the ceremonial arming sword has a reach advantage, is double-edged, and has a crossguard to help protect the user, making it a much more versatile weapon. Edge: Henry VIII

Mid Range: The bardiche has a significant range advantage, but when it comes to actually hurting your opponent, the mace is probably a better bet, considering the kinds of armour the combatants are wearing. But still, being able to keep your opponent at a distance is always a plus, so I'm going to call this one a draw. Edge: Draw

Long Range: A gun meant for hunting isn't that great of a choice when you're trying to kill armoured enemies. It's going to be a little lighter than Ivan's pischal, but its shots aren't as damaging, and the longer barrel of Ivan's gun will help with accuracy. Edge: Ivan the Terrible

Armour: I'm confused as to why you listed Henry's armour as iron and copper, as a rich monarch such as himself would certainly have access to high-quality steel armour. Anyways, plate armour is definitely superior to mail protection-wise, and it won't limit mobility by any significant amount. Edge: Henry VIII

Conclusion: I'm by no means an expert on either warrior, but there's a couple things that I'm aware of that are going to have an effect on this battle. I believe Henry VIII has more actual combat experience, as he was big fan of fighting in tournaments. Ivan may have conducted more actual war, but in a 5v5 match, whoever is the best at practical combat is going to have an edge. Secondly, Henry might not have been the most stable of rulers, but at least he wasn't always shot up with mercury, like Ivan was. These two are evenly matched with weapons, but Henry has the better armour, and is also the more competent and sane fighter, leaving him as the victor of this battle of maniacal rulers. Winner: King Henry VIII of England!