Originally Posted by Silver/
We seem to have a mix of very default armour and high fantasy invention. In a pre- steam engine world, I suppose his armour broadcasts he's /rich/ rich. Speaking of realism, is every armour designed for battle?

https://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/aams/hd_aams.htm

This doesn't say, but I do wonder if his armour isn't purposefully ornamental/ceremonial. Thoughts?

It’s magical, and like magical armor in almost every single game, it’s a bit impractical and ornate.