01-05-2008, 01:23 PM
Quote:Yes, much like the scutum, but I was thinking with so little protection as it is, a punch with the umbo would leave yo fairly protected, at least comparatively, considering it is a small shield.
Also the deflection aspect is what I am referring to, as with a flat shield, the chances of it coming into contact with more than the umbo is higher, and diminishes the impact.... anyway, it s just an idea!
I get what you are saying but do you think a signifer would do much shield punching at all? Unless they had three arms this would be a difficult feat to accomplish. You have a large standard to keep hold off, a parma and a gladius.