User blog comment:El Alamein/Count Roland vs. Harold Godwinson/@comment-5078776-20160115024344

A DAY OF SHATTERED SWORDS AND BROKEN SHIELDS!!! While Durendal's sort of divine qualities imply being indestructible, I don't think either blade has a chance to be broken in this quick and intense fight. Both blades are also iron, double-edged, and about 3 feet long, so what gives the longsword an edge for me is the crossbar. While a straight crossbar does offer more in terms of hand protection slightly, the curved crossbar offers a chance to parry or even misdirect a strike midcombat to give a devastating opening. Because of that edge, the longsword actually beats Durendal. While Angon does provide a slight range advantage due to the ability to be thrown, it lacks the power of a Dane Axe's devastating chop. Unlike other javelins, which could at least be retrieved mid-combat, the Angon's tendency to shatter on impact truly makes it a one-time use weapon. The Dane Axe's sheer destructive power combined with number of uses gives it an edge. Personally, I've been a fan of throwing weapons. The Francisca requires skill and speed to be used as an effective ranged weapon, and I'm sure Roland had the training. Plus, it can be retrieved again and give him another melee weapon. But...c'mon. A throwing axe simply cannot compete against a hunting bow- it offers more range, more precise attacks, and doesn't require retrieval. The Hauberk easily takes this edge. While the Byrnie does offer a bit more mobility since it doesn'y weigh on the legs,the difference is negligible. Meanwhile, the Hauberk covering both Roland's chest, arms, and thighs gives him much more protection. Plus, those leather gloves will be more useful then the leather jacket- they'll ensure that Roland can keep a firm grip on his weapons in combat. Count Roland's average is 69, while Harold Godwinson's is 70 when rounded. This is a remarkably simple win for Godwinson. While Roland's skill and discipline will make him a dangerous opponent, he is ill-prepared to face such a well-armed foe. Godwinson's own training, experience, and tactical decency are enough to counter Roland's, and his more versatile arsenal wins him the day. Roland will blare his oliphant in defeat as Harold Godwinson claims his victory!
 * Blade: Harold Godwinson
 * Polearm: Harold Godwinson
 * Ranged: Harold Godwinson
 * Armor: Count Roland
 * X-Factors: Harold Godwinson
 * WINNER: Harold Godwinson