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The spearmen wore a lamellar corslet of either bronze or iron with leather pteruges to protect the groin. During the reign of Ashurbanipal the shields reached an enormous size, to provide maximum protection from missile fire. The shield was made from w
These heavily armoured mounted bowmen were the personal bodyguard of the Assyrian King or Prince. Superbly well trained they were a formidable opponent. Pack contains 6 mounted metal figures Note: Mod
Pack contains 8 metal figures Note: Models supplied unassembled and unpainted
These heavily armoured mounted bowmen were the personal bodyguard of the Assyrian King or Prince. Superbly well trained they were a formidable opponent. Pack contains 3 mounted metal figures Note: Mod
The unit leader is equipped with a bronze mace, although axes were becoming more widely seen at this point. Possibly because of the increased contact with the Kimmerians and Skythians of the steppes. Rank is thought to be displayed on the helmet, via b
Pack contains 20 metal figures including command. Note: Models supplied unassembled and unpainted
Pack contains 8 metal figures Note: Models supplied unassembled and unpainted
The spearmen wore a lamellar corslet of either bronze or iron with leather pteruges to protect the groin. During the reign of Ashurbanipal the shields reached an enormous size, to provide maximum protection from missile fire. The shield was made from w
The Qurubuti were the personal bodyguard of the king, or prince. They would be very well trained and likely veterans or members of Assyrian nobility. Heavily armoured in iron and bronze and riding a felt or leather barded horse, they would be a formida