during battle
The Spartan shield used in battle is called the "hoplon."
a spartan had a helmet a shield and a spear
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Try: http://www.instructables.com/id/Spartan-Shield/ http://www.ne.jp/asahi/luke/ueda-sarson/Greek_shield_patterns_1.html
Spartan IIs are the only soldiers in the UNSC to have the shield ability. Im not sure if the Spartan IIIs do in the book Ghost of Onyx.
A Spartan shield typically weighs around 15-20 pounds depending on its size and materials used in its construction. These shields were designed to provide protection without being too heavy to hinder movement in battle.
I suppose to clean and repair it. There is a story that before battle, Spartan mothers told their sons to either come back victorious or come back carried on their shield.{Spartan mothers would give their sons the shield with the words "Return with it or carried on it!" }
it depends on wether or not the samurai could get past the Spartan's giant pansy shield
The real Spartan shield, known as the hoplon, was a crucial part of ancient Spartan warfare. It was large and round, providing protection for the soldier's body and forming a shield wall when soldiers stood shoulder to shoulder. This shield formation, called the phalanx, was a key tactic in ancient battles, allowing Spartan warriors to advance as a unified force and overwhelm their enemies. The hoplon symbolized the discipline and unity of the Spartan army, contributing to their reputation as formidable warriors in ancient Greece.