The Complete LARP Shield Guide | Epic Armoury

Join Jeppe, our in-house LARP expert, for the ultimate masterclass on larp shields, of course, with a focus on Epic Armoury shields! Whether you're new to the hobby and looking for the best first shield, or a more experienced fighter looking for new shield inspiration, we've got you covered. In this video, we dive deep into both the history of shields, the different types of shield designs, how they are constructed and so much more - including how NOT to pronounce the words 'heater shield' ;) What you'll learn: Historical Context: How real-world shields throughout history influenced our modern LARP designs. Construction: A quick look at how they are constructed, with an in-depth guide to different shield handles. Maintenance 101: Tips to keep your shield looking battle-ready for years. Selection Guide: Showcase of many of the different shields and some good tips to choose the right shield for your character and playstyle. Including, our recommendation for the best shield for beginners! 🛡️ Learn more about shield history here: https://epicarmoury.com/blogs/news/ev... Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 0:24 Shields Historically 1:48 Larp Shield Construction and materials 3:02 Different Shield Grips (Punch Grips vs Straps) 4:48 Left-handed Shields 5:37 How to Maintain and Store larp shields 6:59 The different types of larp shields 7:15 Heater Shields 7:58 Round Shields 8:17 Buckler Shields 8:46 Fantasy Shields 9:19 Tower Shields 9:55 How to Choose the Right Shield 12:18 Outtro ________________ Discover more: https://epicarmoury.com/audacious-art... 📩 Subscribe to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/doHBXf 📺 Subscribe & get informed when we upload new videos:    / @epic-armoury   🔗 Visit Epic Armoury website: https://epicarmoury.com/ 👍 Visit Epic Armoury on Facebook:   / epicarmoury   📸 Visit Epic Armoury on Instagram:   / epicarmoury   🎥 Visit Epic Armoury on TikTok:   / epicarmoury   📌 Visit Epic Armoury on Pinterest:   / epicarmoury   #epicarmoury #larp #armor #medieval #bevor