African battle headdress

[nKante]

My persona is Benin. But I dont know how I feel about the helms. Most of the plaques that look at seem to be the forhead guard over woven fibers or beads. They dont even offer ear or face protection. I like the Zulu style for just that reason. The ear flaps come dowm to offer some cheek protection. I like the rawhide idea. I might do the Benin croc top with zulu ear flaps.