Show here your Greek warrior impression

[Giannis K. Hoplite]

Hello
I took my newly finished (almost) helmet out for a photo shouting today. Also i wear my excellent wool chlamys, fabric from Claire Marshall. This is not finished,i have yet to add the embroidery.
I didn't have sandals and it is a good experience to go barefoot on such terrain. After the first spiky bush, watching your step becomes second nature! It is much better walking in the plants and dry grass rather than modern farm roads full of stones!
Here are some photos.
6th century Spartiate:

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And the photographer,my friend Kostas

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The temperature was about 28C degrees, the helmet was very bearable, i bet due to the wide opening in the front and the leather lining proved very comfortable. The metal surface was very hot after half an hour in the sun.
In my opinion the photos demonstrate that the early archaic hoplites were realy cool,and it's a pity that so few re-enactors choose to portray them.
Khairete
Giannis