User blog comment:Laquearius/Astolfo vs Bellerophon/@comment-11361577-20180331201615

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Carolingian Sword vs. Xiphos: This is a stomp for Astolfo. The Carolingian sword is longer and made out of better materials. Nuff said. Edge: Astolfo

Golden Lance vs. Dory: Another smash for Astolfo. While the dory can be used both on horseback and on feet, it's just a normal weapon. The Golden Lance can knock Bellerophon of Pegasus with only one hit and make him fall to his death. It also certainly helps that it's longer and is more durable than the dory. Edge: Astolfo

Magic Horn vs. Composite Bow: While the horn is certainly a good strategic tool it lacks any lethality. At best it knocks Bellerophon off Pegasus, at worst it mere scares Pegasus a bit. While it will be hard for Bell to hit Astolfo in an air battle, it will be at least more effective than the horn. Edge: Bellerophon

Frankish Paladin Armor vs. Light Mycenaean Panoply: Normally I would give the chest plate which offers most protection the edge, but since this is a fight which primarily takes place in the air, Astolfo's chainmail will be the better choice here. As for helmets, it's clear that Astolfo's steel plate helmet beats the leather and boar tusk one of Bellerophon. Lastly shields, where Bellerophon has the only edge when it comes to armor. Since the layer of bronze will offer it atleast some more protection than the mostly wooden and leather of Astolfo's. Edge: Astolfo

Griffon vs. Pegasus: Assuming both weights the same and got the same wingspan, I am gonna give it to the Griffon for its beak and talons. Edge: Astolfo

X-Factors: Astolfo has more experience than Bellerophon because he fought in a war on top of fighting monsters. Neither are really that smart, though Bellerophon is at least cunning at times while Astolfo is a bit of a chump. Then there is physicality, which once again goes to Bellerophon for sole being a demigod. Training is an obvious edge for Astolfo, though I doubt that Bellerophon will be hampered by this. Edge: Even

Deadliest Warrior: Astolfo! All on the bandwagon! Don't get me wrong, despite my vote not looking like it, it's actually quite close. Bellerophon's cunning and ability to fight bettered trained opponents will certainly give him an edge against the best trap, but thanks to Astolfo's magical and more advanced weapons it's unlikely that Bell will come out ontop.