When nobility goes to war, they make sure everyone knows exactly whose bloodline is doing the conquering.

This full-face helmet is a masterclass in aristocratic intimidation—elaborate scrollwork and filigree transform functional armor into a statement of power, while that magnificent lion head crest announces courage, nobility, and probably several inherited titles. This isn’t just protection, it’s a declaration that wealth and martial prowess aren’t mutually exclusive. The completely enclosed design suggests someone who can afford the best armorers and isn’t particularly worried about ventilation when there’s a reputation to maintain.

The ornate detailing is a painter’s dream. Those scrollwork patterns beg for metallic techniques—gold or silver base with darker washes settling into the recesses, creating depth and dimension. The lion crest offers opportunities for contrasting metals or even heraldic colors. Experiment with different metallic finishes: polished steel for the face, burnished gold for decorative elements, aged bronze for the mane.

Perfect for building royal champions, crusading lords, or that one knight in every army who insisted on custom armor. Works brilliantly as a high-ranking officer’s distinctive look.

Courage, heraldry, and more gold leaf than strictly necessary. Nobility approved.