![]() ![]() Cloaks/Capes can be used as shields (and yes, they can block edged weapons quite well.It's an easy handhold and/or tripping hazard.Those extra seconds can be the difference between life and death It's not as easily accessible as a buckler is.(In case, say, the palace was burning down.) In a pinch, you can also use it to protect yourself from fire. Since you may be wearing a cape or cloak anyways, to keep out the weather and whatnot, it's great that it can double as a shield. There is also the off chance that you can use your cloak to bind people's weapons, but getting that to reliably happen is a little tricky. ![]() You also get the benefit of being able to hide some weapons, like daggers, behind your cape/ cloak. While not as effective as a solid metal shield, it often was able to block sword/mace blows (or in defense against wild animals). ![]()
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