![]() Its name was in reference to the size relative to the contemporary small sword. The term was first documented in reference to the basket-hilted swords of the 18th century favored by Highland warriors.The term "Claymore" originates from the Scottish claidheamh-mór, which translates either to "great sword" or "broadsword".The Highlander may also draw some inspiration from the Gallowglass, Norse-Gaelic mercenaries famously known for their use of the Claymore.Though a part of the Viking faction, the Highlander appears to be of Celtic heritage (primarily Scottish and Irish) and only assists the Vikings due to ancient alliances between the two people.Their pauldrons and greaves are made of leather and they wear their signature kilt.Ĭlaymore - The heaviest and longest sword on the battlefield. It slashes through the defenses of the opponent's shield and armor like butter. They have a fur cape and a metal head band. Highlanders have most of their armor covered by their clothes but some scale armor can be seen. The mountains have made them hard and resilient war has made them deadly. ![]() ![]() They are never going to be the first to jump into battle, as they will plan each move and always be ready to counter. until they see a momentary weakness and then they pounce, displaying their true strength and speed revealed with sweeping strikes and heavy blows. ![]() They can stay in a defensive posture and stand toe to toe with the fiercest of warriors, weathering the flurry of blows with their claymore. Ancient alliances and obligations have pulled them into this war, otherwise they would have remained guarding their homelands. ![]() The Highlander is not a typical hard-headed Viking. Highlander are a playable hero in For Honor. ![]()
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