Okay, let’s look at it not from the point of view of practicality, but from the point of view of logic. Is such an outfit logical for this character?
Not the easiest version of Roman armor. Nevertheless, part of the elbows, as well as the legs, are open.
As an alternative explanation, his legs are open because injuries there are not fatal, he covers one arm with a shield, but he must be able to work well with the other. And his chest is always completely covered. In absolutely any case.
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The cop was faster
Where do we end up when we save the world?