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Jeremius
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One thing I can say about the armies: I think the Stormcloak armor makes more sense than the Imperial one. Skirt looks emasculating.
Well, come on. If Texas decided to declare war against the U.S. because some law was passed that restricted some Texas specific religion, would you cheer for the side that is noble (Texas) (Stormcloaks), or the side that would win (U.S.) (Empire)? It's a cruel choice. Either be a good man or be a winning man, in this case.Well there is and isn't anything logical about this. It's war. It's hell.
Now, I've heard it from somewhere before that only High Elves belong on the high ground, so you are Thalmor, because, in essence, you are taking the high ground by not choosing a side. Only the Thalmor can do that. Everyone else, has to choose. And so, it is time to choose.
So, please, choose. Otherwise, you're in the boat with the Thalmor whose primary interest is for the war to drag on until they're ready to make their move. By not choosing, you're in essence doing the same thing.
One thing I can say about the armies: I think the Stormcloak armor makes more sense than the Imperial one. Skirt looks emasculating.
One thing I can say about the armies: I think the Stormcloak armor makes more sense than the Imperial one. Skirt looks emasculating.
It's not really a skirt. Looks like one, but it's designed for maximum mobility.
Stormcloaks don't care about that because they're not wearing Heavy Armor.
Then again, I'd rather wear a metal skirt and live as opposed to wearing what essentially amounts to a cloth and leather garment, which would result in me getting cut in half.
Well, come on. If Texas decided to declare war against the U.S. because some law was passed that restricted some Texas specific religion, would you cheer for the side that is noble (Texas) (Stormcloaks), or the side that would win (U.S.) (Empire)? It's a cruel choice. Either be a good man or be a winning man, in this case.
And I would rather wear pants on my heavy armor characters, than what clearly looks like a skirt that is not protecting against the climate of the province that is not suited for that look.
And I would rather wear pants on my heavy armor characters, than what clearly looks like a skirt that is not protecting against the climate of the province that is not suited for that look.
It is suited for many climates, the cloth material you wear would change. You think the Romans never fought in the snow? It isn't like you're freezing cold, you're marching with gear. That creates it's own heat from your body. While at camp you have fires to keep warm when you're not moving about.
In the Military when you say "I'm cold" they don't hand you a blanky or extra warm clothing. They say "Well we have the perfect solution! Drop down and do fifty push ups." Why? Because moving and exercise makes you warmer.
It is not just the climate, however. IT is also impractical in combat situations. At least add of metal pants, sleeves and elbow guards.
Just personal preference, but I find the imperial armor as it is, to be girly, and would rather not heavy armor characters (of all races and both genders) not looking intimidating.
It is not just the climate, however. IT is also impractical in combat situations. At least add of metal pants, sleeves and elbow guards.
Just personal preference, but I find the imperial armor as it is, to be girly, and would rather not heavy armor characters (of all races and both genders) not looking intimidating.
No, it is practical, allowing large degree of leg movement, which is very important in melee combat. What would be impractical is metal pants, sleeves and elbow guards. That would greatly restrict your movement in combat, thus requiring thicker armor to take more blows. How long before you tire out in this metal can? While the enemy simply dances around you, until you have nothing left, then easy slice off the head. Heavy plate armor like you're thinking would be better suited for shock troops, than your normal soldiers.
Stick to your personal preference of thinking anything "skirt" like, is "girly". Arguing climate and combat doesn't work when the Romans managed just fine wearing their "girly" skirts that can't apparently handle snow or combat.
And I would rather wear pants on my heavy armor characters, than what clearly looks like a skirt that is not protecting against the climate of the province that is not suited for that look.
It is suited for many climates, the cloth material you wear would change. You think the Romans never fought in the snow? It isn't like you're freezing cold, you're marching with gear. That creates it's own heat from your body. While at camp you have fires to keep warm when you're not moving about.
In the Military when you say "I'm cold" they don't hand you a blanky or extra warm clothing. They say "Well we have the perfect solution! Drop down and do fifty push ups." Why? Because moving and exercise makes you warmer.
It is not just the climate, however. IT is also impractical in combat situations. At least add of metal pants, sleeves and elbow guards.
Just personal preference, but I find the imperial armor as it is, to be girly, and would rather not heavy armor characters (of all races and both genders) not looking intimidating.
It is not just the climate, however. IT is also impractical in combat situations. At least add of metal pants, sleeves and elbow guards.
Just personal preference, but I find the imperial armor as it is, to be girly, and would rather not heavy armor characters (of all races and both genders) not looking intimidating.
No, it is practical, allowing large degree of leg movement, which is very important in melee combat. What would be impractical is metal pants, sleeves and elbow guards. That would greatly restrict your movement in combat, thus requiring thicker armor to take more blows. How long before you tire out in this metal can? While the enemy simply dances around you, until you have nothing left, then easy slice off the head. Heavy plate armor like you're thinking would be better suited for shock troops, than your normal soldiers.
Stick to your personal preference of thinking anything "skirt" like, is "girly". Arguing climate and combat doesn't work when the Romans managed just fine wearing their "girly" skirts that can't apparently handle snow or combat.
Here is the thing:
My issue with the Imperial heavy armor is that it is heavy armor, yet behaves more like light armor (mobile, not as protective), yet has the weight/stamina issue of heavy.
- Light armor is meant for mobility. Light armor is light for a reason. The reason most people wore light armors is they had no choice, and in this game, allows for more freedom of movement.
- Heavy armor is meant to be protective. Imperial armor makes no sense in this category because of that. if you choose to wear imperial heavy armor because of mobility, why not wear armor meant for that in the first place.
It is not just the climate, however. IT is also impractical in combat situations. At least add of metal pants, sleeves and elbow guards.
Just personal preference, but I find the imperial armor as it is, to be girly, and would rather not heavy armor characters (of all races and both genders) not looking intimidating.
No, it is practical, allowing large degree of leg movement, which is very important in melee combat. What would be impractical is metal pants, sleeves and elbow guards. That would greatly restrict your movement in combat, thus requiring thicker armor to take more blows. How long before you tire out in this metal can? While the enemy simply dances around you, until you have nothing left, then easy slice off the head. Heavy plate armor like you're thinking would be better suited for shock troops, than your normal soldiers.
Stick to your personal preference of thinking anything "skirt" like, is "girly". Arguing climate and combat doesn't work when the Romans managed just fine wearing their "girly" skirts that can't apparently handle snow or combat.
Here is the thing:
My issue with the Imperial heavy armor is that it is heavy armor, yet behaves more like light armor (mobile, not as protective), yet has the weight/stamina issue of heavy.
- Light armor is meant for mobility. Light armor is light for a reason. The reason most people wore light armors is they had no choice, and in this game, allows for more freedom of movement.
- Heavy armor is meant to be protective. Imperial armor makes no sense in this category because of that. if you choose to wear imperial heavy armor because of mobility, why not wear armor meant for that in the first place.
Here is the thing:
My issue with the Imperial heavy armor is that it is heavy armor, yet behaves more like light armor (mobile, not as protective), yet has the weight/stamina issue of heavy.
- Light armor is meant for mobility. Light armor is light for a reason. The reason most people wore light armors is they had no choice, and in this game, allows for more freedom of movement.
- Heavy armor is meant to be protective. Imperial armor makes no sense in this category because of that. if you choose to wear imperial heavy armor because of mobility, why not wear armor meant for that in the first place.
As the blacksmith in Solitude says "Light armor for scouting detail". Light armor is suited for skirmishes, being able to cover more ground due to less weight. It allows more freedom of movement because it also has the skirt.
Imperial heavy armor is protective. Besides the plate, you have leather and chainmail present also. It is well designed for protection, the skirt offers protection to your legs without sacrificing your leg mobility in combat. Your logic here is flawed "Well they should just wear light armor!"
Heavy armor that gives you a good amount of mobility for your legs, allowing you to walk more freely isn't a bad thing. It is designed for heavy combat, where you're being hit with swords, axes, hammers and arrows.
Your issue with Imperial heavy armor is you think it is "girly" as stated before.
Imperial armor is indeed protective. It does the job, giving you ample protection and added freedom of movement. Added with a shield as meant to, it is highly protective. Throw in 3000 other Legionaries in formation... The enemy is greeted by a wall of shields, short swords flickering out of the gaps, arrows raining down and spears being thrown.
If I wanted heavy armor, I am looking for an armor that protects me from blows when I am hit, as I would not be wanting to be mobile. If I wanted mobility, imperial heavy armor is not the armor I want. It is a weird hybrid of the two that does not really mash the two perfectly. It is made out of steel, but it is only as protective as the player can move.
Are you trying to make me laugh? Because that is the only way you will be able to kill me if I am just as good a fighter as you.
I am thinking of making a character based loosely off of the new LOTRO Beorning class/race (it is both). I wonder what faction they would "favor" out of the two.