07-20-2009, 12:48 PM
because the majority were too poor,took little part in fighting.Why would they buy a mail shirt they would rarely if ever use-they would buy horses&cattle instead.A composite bow would be useful for hunting but a contus,no.
the nobility needed a 'warrior' reputation....cattle and loot were a nice bonus.
the nobility needed a 'warrior' reputation....cattle and loot were a nice bonus.
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