The Rus, primarily Swedes from Scandinavia, ventured eastward during the 8th to 9th centuries.
The Rus engaged in intense conflicts with neighbouring Slavic tribes and formidable steppe cultures like the Pechenegs, Bulgars, and Khazars. Employed as mercenaries by the Byzantines, they were also formidable adversaries, epitomized in the chronicled Battle of Silistria in 972, where they advanced in an unyielding shield-wall formation with levelled spears. Their naval prowess allowed them to dominate crucial trading routes, amassing wealth that was reflected in their diverse and culturally influenced armaments.
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This sprue contains 6 figures that can be armed with a variety of weapons.
Each of the figures are equipped with a unique array of headgear and helmet designs drawing from Slavic, Asiatic and traditional Scandinavian influences. Accompanying shields range from variously sized round shields to distinctive Slavic rectangular shields.