01-31-2011, 04:04 AM
I've lost the point of the thread. What is your question? Does wearing an animal pelt count as armour? Yes I suppose it does but it depends on the animal. Leopard skin wouldn't provide any better protection than a woollen tunic. IMO the above fighter is not wearing armour at all, just animal-skin clothing. Oxhide would be a better choice for armour.
I'd love a reference in the Iliad where Homer talks about animal skins being worn as armour.
I'd love a reference in the Iliad where Homer talks about animal skins being worn as armour.
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