User blog comment:Leolab/Ancient User Tourney, Round 4: Ganzorig (Wass) v Tiberius Proditus (EA)/@comment-5232784-20160608032816/@comment-4661256-20160608045436

To clean things up in an effort to get GSFB's vote back on track:

1) Range: GSFB has taken this into account and has even given the Guan Dao the edge over the Pilum.

2) Scutum: Cfp started out by saying that GSFB was overrating the scutum's effectiveness, when, in fact, the scutum's full potential had not even been discussed. It is a defensive tool, weapon, and obstacle all in one, making it incredibly versatile and valuable on the battlefield. In fact, it might be the single most versatile implement present. Therefore, what you are framing as a be-all end-all hindrance to Tiberius is actually much more than you're giving it credit for. Keep in mind that both soldiers are pretty much wearing equivalent amounts of armor when it comes to weight, too, so Tiberius can still remain mobile when compared to Ganzorig, meaning he will certainly be able to push that shield to his advantage in a close-ranged fight.

3) Armor: Ganzorig's armor appears to be a breastplate, which leaves his head, neck, arms, and entire lower body exposed. While Tiberius' armor can be compromised by his opponent's weapons, it won't be a one-strike deal, and his armor covers a lot more of his body (the lorica goes down to mid-thigh and has 5-inch sleeves to help protect the arms). Ganzorig might be better protected but he has less armor overall, while Tiberius' armor will still do enough to keep him in the fight for a while.