These Tate Shields are a vital part of samurai warfare, offering portable protection in battles and sieges. Crafted in traditional wooden plank construction with reinforced bindings and distinctive triangular cutouts, they are ideal for setting up defensive positions, ambush points, or fortified barricades. Whether used for skirmish encounters in Test of Honour, historical wargames, or immersive RPG battles, these shields add authenticity to any feudal Japan tabletop setting.
Includes four unique Tate Shields for tactical gameplay and scenic displays. Perfect for battlefields, fortifications, village defenses, and war campaigns. Designed for collectors, wargamers, and tabletop enthusiasts.
These Tate shields were designed by Iain Lovecraft and made by Mad Miniatures. They come unpainted.
Originally designed in 28 mm heroic scale (≈ 32 mm). Our 32 mm version offered here reflects the original scale intended by the designer.
