Small Shield

Small Shields were roughly the size and shape of a sode, the most common type of shield the Crab and some Unicorn mounted forces used. Usually made of iron or steel, small shields were carried in one hand by a sturdy handle. They were typically square or rectangular and often feature spikes, scalloped edges, engraving, embossed images, and other embellishments. Small shields were often used by skirmishers patrolling the Shadowlands or by lightly armed ashigaru. They provided respectable coverage without weighing down the user overmuch.