It Figures: Normans or Sicilian Normans (1040-1180)

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samedi 22 septembre 2018

Normans or Sicilian Normans (1040-1180)

This is my 8 pts+ Saga "Norman" warband. This style of armour was worn only by poorer knights by around the mid-12th century, which fixes the approximate end-date.

Whilst they can be used as Western Normans, I essentially use them as Sicilian Normans, fighting Byzantines and Arabs, or playing the First or Second Crusades with a Norman battleboard.

The Warlord (Hero, 0 pts)

I've used a smaller base than I usually opt for, and one bodyguard instead of two, as this chap also serves as a Personal Bodyguard in my Byzantine warband.

Unknown manufacturer, Gripping Beast I think

Norman or Early Crusader Knights (Hearthguard, 4 pts)

The warband includes 16 knights, which I can play in various combinations; I generally play the 4 "oriental-style" knights apart, as Gripping Beast figures are a little taller than Perry. They mix just fine in an army, but less so within a unit.