The warrior was possibly to rest with an ornate ... a sword, food remains, a shield, and a spear, stated The Guardian.

He was the perfect shield, strong, solid and protective. He should have continued in that role to the end, but he couldn't because there was no one to be his spear once Razzaq had departed.

With an eight-foot long spear, a short sword, and a bronze-covered shield, the total weight of their equipment was therefore in the region of 60 to 70 lbs: almost half their own bodyweight!