User blog comment:El Alamein/Count Roland vs. Harold Godwinson/@comment-3189283-20160120115742

Let's see shall we

'Close Range

These both seem pretty much identical except for the Durendal supposedly having divine properties but as this is the middle ages I think we can assume that basically means fuck all. I don't know the difference between a straight and curved crossbar but from what others have said below I'm guessing it helps to parry better so I guess I'll go with the Longsword for that reason.

Edge: Harold Godwinson

Mid Range

The Angon only really has a one time usage in this battle due to it's weaker construction (although this was intentional) which means it will break on impact with an opponent. The Dane Axe is pretty unwieldy but it is also devastatingly powerful and one hit from that thing will be enough to end anyone's fight.

Edge: Harold Godwinson

Long Range

When it comes to a Bow vs a Throwing Weapon nine times out of ten the Bow is going to win and it's no exception here with the Hunting Bow's further range, greater accuracy and lighter weight making it much more effective than the Francisca.

Edge: Harold Godwinson

Armour

These pieces of armour are exactly the same with the only difference being that Roland's covers more of his body, including his hands, and while it's only a slight bit more it's the only area I can really give a tangible edge to.

Edge: Count Roland

X Factors

Count Roland has an average of 69 whereas Harold Godwinson has an average of 69.5

Edge: Harold Godwinson

Final Verdict

As if it wasn't painfully obvious already I'm going to cast my vote for Harold Godwinson. His weaponry is about 300 years more advanced and you can really see that in the way he sweeps the weapons category winning out in all ranges. He has so many options for victory it's silly. He could stay at a range and pepper Roland with arrows, he could cleave him up with the Danish axe or beat him in a sword duel with his better sword. In terms of X Factors I'd also give him the edge due to his greater combat experience and since this is a one on one the Discipline & Tactics don't really factor in it takes away two of his biggest weaknesses which will allow him to prevail over his opponent.

Harold Godwinson: 4,000

Count Roland: 1,000