| Type | Materials | Typical Weight (kg) | Protection Class | |------|-----------|--------------------|------------------| | Padded kaftan | Quilted linen/wool, leather binding | 4–6 | Low (vs. cut) | | Chainmail hauberk | Riveted iron rings (alternating solid/riveted) | 10–12 | Medium | | Lamellar vest | Small iron plates laced horizontally | 8–10 | Medium-High | | Scale armor | Overlapping iron scales on leather backing | 9–11 | High (vs. thrust) |
Sturgian armor, as depicted in Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord , represents a fictional fusion of early medieval Slavic, Rus, and Viking-era Norse material culture. This paper examines the layered construction, metallurgy, typology, and tactical role of Sturgian defensive equipment. By comparing in-game assets with historical finds from Birka, Gnezdovo, and Staraya Ladoga, the paper argues that Sturgian armor prioritizes mobility and cold-weather resilience over the heavy plate defenses of southern factions, reflecting a warrior culture shaped by riverine warfare, raiding, and harsh continental winters. sturgian armor
Most high-tier Sturgian pieces utilize mail hauberks reinforced with lamellar plates, offering a rugged, "layered" look. | Type | Materials | Typical Weight (kg)
While not worn, Sturgian round shields function as portable armor. They are large (30–36 inches diameter), constructed from linden or fir planks, covered in rawhide, with an iron boss. Their curvature and rim reinforcement make them effective against both thrown javelins and cavalry lances. While not worn, Sturgian round shields function as