Mantlets are used in sieges. In respect to open field battles, they are treated the same as pavises, providing cover from missiles and counting shielded from fire, but conveying no protection in a close combat and not counting as obstacles.
Medieval Warfare Rules Clarifications
- Part 1. Turning Units, Dropping Back Stands and Expanding Out
Part 2: Cavalry and Infantry Wedges in Medieval Warfare
Part 3: Pursuits -- Rules Change
Part 4: Mantlets -- Rules Change
Part 5: Skirmish Targets and Frenzied Skirmish Infantry
Part 6: Turn Initiative
Part 7: Weapons Use -- Rules Change
Part 8: Roman Order Version 5.0 -- Rules Change for AW
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