Epic Armoury’s Black Knight Shield is a semi-curved shield inspired by the transitional heater shields of 12th-century Western Europe. Its design can be used for knights or soldiers alike, just as long as they are fighting for darkness and the triumph of evil! It has a glossy black finish and a tarnished metal rim, perfect for the angsty heart of a fallen paladin. While the design is simple, this Black Knight Shield is timeless and classic and can fit almost any LARP character you might play. You can wear this shield left- or right-handed with six canvas arm straps on the back, secured through canvas attached to hard EVA foam for a reliable and comfortable grip. Its 90 cm length provides excellent protection without being too unwieldy, and its slight convex shape will help in combat. Keep your shield in excellent condition with regular latex maintenance. This shield is similar to a kite shield but with a flattened top and a shorter length designed for use on horse or foot. It could be considered a heater shield, developed in Western Europe to replace the kite shield with a version that was more versatile and could be used by anyone. Traditionally made from thin, non-splintering wood overlaid with leather, it could also be braced or made of metal.