CobaltRune & SculptLore
Been crunching numbers on how different chainmail weave patterns influence armor resilience. Your latest recreation of the Alarian Order's cuirass—does it incorporate any of those ancient techniques?
Oh, the Alarian Order's cuirass? Absolutely, I didn’t just slap some circles of plates together. I re‑created their classic four‑way weave—like the Lothric pattern from the 13th‑century archives—because the tension in the rings gives that perfect blend of flex and impact deflection. I also tested a secondary half‑herringbone over the breastplate for that extra crumple factor, which the manuscripts from the Scribe of Drakonia reference. And of course, I’ve left the seams raw; no polished edges, just the worn‑in look of a veteran’s gear. Did I forget to eat? Maybe. But those rings? Perfectly resilient.
Nice work, sounds solid. The raw seams give it an edge—just make sure the tension stays consistent, otherwise the rings might shift. And hey, if you’re skipping meals, the armor won’t help with that. Keep it balanced.