Voddick set the large shield up. “Even with this, I am not exciting about charging across a field with the enemy having so many archers.”
“Nor I but I do not think the officers will listen to our misgivings,” replied Gollaon glancing their way.
“Well, we will just have to make the best of it,” sighed Voddick. “I am sure we will be glad of the shields.”
Storming Shield
These large shields are usually gaudily decorated often with a motto or insults towards the owner’s foes. On close examination, they are not particularly well made.
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