User blog comment:So-Pro Warrior/Aragorn II Elessar vs. Leonidas I/@comment-3166030-20160204050810

Primary Weapons: Anduril may have magic qualities, but, in all purposes, it's a named sword that won't do as much good against Spartan bronze. The Dory may be a weaker, and more predictable weapon, but, it can kill from a greater distance, especialy in a phlanx position, which Leonidas will most likely use. Spartans are predictable, but, effective. Edge: Leonidas

Secondary: The dagger is ranged, but, comparing it to a sword is like when Deadliest Warrior compared the Uzi to an AK-47. No contest here, the Hollywood-ified Kopis will hack and slash much more effectively than a dagger. Edge: Leonidas

Ranged: Javelins might get a lucky kill... Maybe? The bow will certainly dominate from a distance, though, I can't see it as too effective when it's against the oversized Aspis which will absorb most of the volley of arrows without a tiny bit of effort. Edge: Aragorn

Armor:  Gondor armor is vastly superior material, and will almsot effectively neutralize most of the Spartan Bronze with how durable it is. On the other hand, the iconic Spartan shield is going to be a major pain in the ass for the Men of the West to get around, and has just as much kill potential as the weapons, themselves. Both have major pros and some minor cons, so this one is a toss up to me. Edge: Even

X-Factors: Aragorn's experience is the most important one to me. Both are great leaders, no question. But, skill is vastly more important than brutality, and Aragorn easily trumps Leonidas where it matters. Edge: Aragorn

Verdict: If it were one on one, I'd say Leonidas. However, since it is Army on Army, Aragorn  has this. He's a more sound tactician (really, Thermopalye was essentially just "hey force the other guys into this funnel and we'll stab them when they come in") and can more than likely counter-act whatever ideas Leonidas will have. The shields will be a huge pain, but, they will be slightly overcome in a 513-487 victory