{"product_id":"victrix-miniatures-carolingian-armoured-infantry","title":"Victrix Miniatures - Carolingian Armoured Infantry","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs x126k92a\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e36 x Carolingian Franks Armoured Infantry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set contains 36 highly detailed armoured Carolingian warriors from the 8th to the 11th centuries, with a wide variety of armour styles, weapons, shields and head options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarolingian infantry were known for their stubbornness in battle, fighting in closely packed shield walls that were difficult to break. Infantry formed the majority of early Carolingian armies, although cavalry became increasingly important as the Franks came into contact with the Avars and other mounted peoples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese armoured warriors can represent elite Carolingian infantry or dismounted cavalry. They wear a varied selection of armour, including mail, scale and lamellar, all of which are known to have been used by Carolingian troops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeapons include stout spears, many with the distinctive cross guard below the spearhead, along with knives, hand axes and swords. Carolingian swords were highly prized for their quality, combining strength with lightness and excellent craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClothing typically consisted of a long-sleeved tunic with contrasting decorative borders, often worn with a cloak. Leg bindings were common, while contemporary artwork also depicts the distinctive Carolingian \"tulip\" style boots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a few shield swaps, these figures can also be mixed easily with Victrix Saxons, Vikings and Normans, giving you even more variety for your Dark Age armies. They also work extremely well in fantasy games and settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 identical sprues. Each sprue includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 armoured Carolingian warriors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e9 spears -\u003c\/strong\u003eEnough to arm all 36 figures with spears. Many feature the distinctive cross guard associated with Carolingian spearheads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e16 hand weapons -\u003c\/strong\u003eA selection of sword arms with varied hilt and pommel designs, along with hand axes for additional variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e6 shields -\u003c\/strong\u003eDistinctive dished and convex Carolingian shields with embossed details including studs, plaques and stitching. Carolingian shields were often brightly painted in solid colours or swirling patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e6 sword scabbards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e4 knife scabbards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e4 cloaks -\u003c\/strong\u003eEnough to equip 24 figures with flowing and draped cloaks inspired by contemporary Carolingian artwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e19 heads -\u003c\/strong\u003eA huge variety of characterful heads and helmet styles. There are 114 heads in total across the set, with some also featuring optional crests or face pieces for even more variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCommand parts -\u003c\/strong\u003eHorn arms and standard bearer arms are included, allowing you to create musicians and banner bearers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a huge range of options across the set, you can make every warrior look different, with plenty of spare parts left over for conversions and your bits box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied unassembled and unpainted.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Victrix Miniatures","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68326982091003,"sku":"VXDA023","price":108.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/6239\/6411\/files\/VXDA023a.webp?v=1792125733","url":"https:\/\/warandpeacegames.com.au\/products\/victrix-miniatures-carolingian-armoured-infantry","provider":"War and Peace Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}