Combat Theories: Calvary vs. Grimm

Combat Theory 1st Edition
Welcome to the first Edition of Combat Theory. This is a page that is dedicated to the theoretical possibilities of hinted at or revealed aspects shown in the RWBY Universe. Of course, all things mentioned here are completely and totally theoretical but not without meaning. However, please remember that when reading there is a possibility of somethings being biased while others are not. As well as the fact that with each accompanying theory lies a fictional account of what may or may not happen in a scenario.

Also take note that most of these theories will take certain parts of Real-Life History and inject them into the RWBY Universe.

Theory One; Dark Age (Pre-Gunpowder-Early Gunpowder) Calvary Vs. Grimm
During the Dark Ages the usage of Calvary revolved around the institutionalized version of the Heavily Armored Knight atop of a Barded Warhorse. These Knights were the cream of the crop of Medieval Calvary, and while Light Calvary existed they were generally used for running down archers or scouting. These men were often clad in heavy armor and wielding weapons designed for the purpose of being used on both horseback and on foot, allowing these men to be as versatile as an infantryman. However, these Knights often stood at a higher ground than these infantryman due to being trained at a young age to fight, lead, and in some cases rule. These Knights were also taught from a young age a loose code of conduct of which they were to base their lives off of. This code was known as Chivalry. It was a rule set of ten that detailed the basic points of which a Knight must live and conduct themselves in the world.

In the RWBY Universe, these men and women (Due to the need of more fighters) would be trained in some aspects akin to a Hunter or Huntress. Except with the inclusion of Equestrianism, or Horsemanship, being a dominate factor over skills such as tracking or marksmanship. These "Knights" would be highly skilled in tactics, leadership, Equestrianism, and Martial Prowess. However, these "Knights" would not be overly reliant on their Auras and Semblances, using them only when needed to and only as a last resort. Relying more on their heavy arms and armor to see them through a fight.

While it has been stated that animals do have Aura, it does not state whether or not this pool of Aura can be tapped into and unlocked. So it is to say, theoretically that a "Knight" unlocks their mount's Aura by bonding and growing with the Horse. This makes the Animal much more than just a animal. It is the Rider's closest companion that will stay with them for as long as it is able.

Equipment;
Main Weapons (Mounted): Light Lance or Heavy Lance*

* Note: The only difference between the two is length and Weight.

Main Weapons (Dismounted): Longsword, Arming Sword, Bastard/Hand-and-a-Half Sword, Greatsword (General), Mace, Battle-Axe, Halberd, Spear, Warhammers, War-Picks, Voulge/Glaive,

Off-Hand: Shields (Infantry and Calvary), Rondel Dagger, Arming Sword, Battle-Axe, Mace

Armor(Body): Padded or Quilted Cloth (Undercloth), Chainmail Shirt or Chainmail Hauberk (Heavy, Over the UnderCloth), Plate-Mail or Coat of Plates or Brigandine (Worn over the Chainmail Shirt or Hauberk)

Armor(Head): Leather or Cloth Cap or Arming Cap (Undercloth), Chainmail Coif (Over the UnderCloth), Enclosed Helmets (Sallets, Bucket, Sugar Loaf, etc etc) or Open-Face Helmets (Barbutes, Morion, Burgonet, etc etc)

Armor(Arms): Padded or Quilted Cloth (UnderCloth), Chainmail Shirt or Chainmail Hauberk (Heavy, Over the UnderCloth), Spaulder or Pauldron (Shoulder), GardBrace (Worn In Front of the Shoulder), Rerebrace (The Upper Forearm)*, Vambrace (The Lower Forearm), And Gauntlets(Hands)**.

* Note: The Rerebrace may already be attached to the Spaulder or Pauldron and may be omitted.

** Note: Gauntlets are not fully metal and have a Leather underside, also depending on the size of the gauntlet and how it is fitted the Gauntlet may also replace the Vambrace.

Armor(Legs): Padded or Quilted Cloth (Undercloth), Mail Chausses (Over the Undercloth), Schybald or Greaves or Sabatons (Shin and Feet)

Horses*: Warhorse/Charger, Pack-Horse, and Palfreys/Riding Horses

* Note: All types of horses are dependent on location and many other factors. Please note, that the breed of horses in RWBY are not confirmed.

Scenario (Pre-Gunpowder & Early Gunpowder) Heavy Calvary v. Grimm
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