User blog comment:Leolab/Ancient User Tourney, Round 4: Ganzorig (Wass) v Tiberius Proditus (EA)/@comment-5078776-20160607042634

FEAR THE GREAT CAESAR!!! While the recurve bow would typically tie up a comparison like this, since it gives Ganzorig a distinct range advantage immediately, Tiberius is wielding a weapon that perfectly counters that- the Scutum. Tiberius can easily weather the volley Ganzoring will unleash behind it as he charges, where his spatha's shorter reach actually helps him push an advantage. The bow, combined with Ganzorig's skill with it, would typically be enough, but against a defensive warrior like Tiberius it starts off with a distinct disadvantage. See above; The scimitar will fair slightly better than the bow did, since that steel blade gives Ganzorig a chance to hack away at the primarily wooden scutum, but the sword-and-shield combo works in a way unseen in the tourney so far. Tiberius should be able to weather several of Ganzoring's scimitar slashes, while baiting his time to find a moment to strike. The Spatha is only barely shorter, which means it'll be able to compete lengthwise with the scimitar as well. Mid Range: Even The pilum is typically used as a javelin to ruin shields, but since Ganzorig is, in fact, lacking a shield, Tiberius'll likely use it as an impromptu spear unless he has a very clear shot. While the pilum does provide that kind of versatility, it also finds behind in that it is both shorter (likely, anyway) and less functionally versatile. The Guan Dao is actually a weapon that Ganzoring can use to keep Tiberius away, thus giving him a desparately needed advantage. That blade is capable of both hacking and thrusting, both of which can severely damage the scutum as momentum builds. The pilum's throwable design combined with its ability to use as a spear as well gives it enough combat versatility, though, to garner a tie. The mace is most likely Ganzorig's best shot at winning- that thing will destroy either the scutum or Tiberius' shield arm. Combine all that weight onto a large, concentrated head, and it'll break the shield and arm with ease. The pugio is a nice little toothpicker, but it's essentially that- a last reserve back-up weapon.
 * Iconic: Tiberius Proditus
 * Close Range: Tiberius Proditus
 * Long Range: TBA
 * Special: Ganzorig
 * Armor: TBA
 * WINNER: TBA