{"product_id":"rus-unarmored-sprue-vxda018","title":"Rus Unarmored Sprue VXDA018","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 x Rus Infantry Figures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom the 8th-9th century, \u003cspan\u003e(Can also be used as Varangian Guard). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHistorical Insight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe Rus, primarily Swedes from Scandinavia, ventured eastward during the 8th to 9th centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe 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.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6 exquisitely crafted miniatures - unarmoured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eunique head designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eSpears, swords, hand axes, and imposing two-handed axes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eEach of the figures are equipped with a unique array of headgear and helmet designs drawing from Slavic, Asiatic and traditional Scandinavian influences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShield Varieties:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAccompanying shields range from variously sized round shields to distinctive Slavic rectangular shields. The set provides ample round shields to equip each figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVersatility:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBeyond depicting the Rus, these miniatures can double as the famed Varangian Guard of the Byzantine Empire or as Slavic warriors. Combine them with Victrix’s existing Viking set for even greater diversity, or transform them into archers using the Victrix Dark Age Archers set and additional Rus-specific components for an array of battlefield roles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"North Star Military Figures","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47439423832313,"sku":"VXDA018","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/4873\/4713\/files\/Rus_-_Product_Photo_2_2048x_7c49d860-5bf0-468f-b4af-bc0c157e6b8f.webp?v=1771716031","url":"https:\/\/spruedude.com\/products\/rus-unarmored-sprue-vxda018","provider":"Spruedude","version":"1.0","type":"link"}