Emblems & Banners

Design unique emblems and banners in Mordhau. Master layering, shapes, colors, and tips for impactful visual customization.

Personalize your warrior and your war machine with Mordhau's robust emblem and banner customization system. These visual elements allow you to express your identity, faction allegiance, or simply your artistic flair on the battlefield. Craft unique dess that strike fear or awe into your enemies.

Mordhau's customization options extend beyond armor and weapons to the very symbols you carry into battle. Emblems are personal sigils that adorn your armor and shields, while banners are larger, more prominent displays that can be carried or planted on the battlefield. Both systems offer a deep level of creative freedom, allowing players to craft truly unique visual identities.

Emblem Creation:

Emblems are created using a layered system of shapes, lines, and pre-made icons. You can manipulate their size, position, rotation, and color to create intricate dess.

• Layering: The core of emblem creation is layering. Start with a base shape and add subsequent elements on top. Experiment with different blending modes for unique effects.
• Shapes and Lines: Mordhau provides a wide array of basic shapes (circles, squares, triangles) and lines that can be stretched, rotated, and colored.
• Pre-made Icons: A library of pre-made icons, ranging from animals to abstract symbols, can be incorporated into your dess.
• Color Palettes: Choose from a broad spectrum of colors to bring your emblems to life. Consider contrasting colors for visibility or thematic palettes.
• Symmetry Tools: Utilize symmetry tools to quickly create balanced and mirrored dess, saving time and effort.

Banner Creation:

Banners are larger and often more impactful. They can be carried by players or planted in strategic locations.

• Banner Templates: Banners often start with a template that dictates the overall shape and layout.
• Emblem Integration: You can often import your created emblems onto banners, allowing for a consistent visual theme across your character and your banner.
• Text and Symbols: Some banner systems allow for the addition of text or larger, more complex symbols.
• Placement: Banners can be used strategically in game modes like Frontline to mark captured territory or provide a rallying point.

Tips for Effective Des:

• Simplicity is Key: While complex dess are possible, simpler emblems are often more recognizable and impactful at a glance.
• Readability: Ensure your emblem is legible, especially when viewed from a distance or on smaller surfaces like shields.
• Thematic Cohesion: If you're part of a clan or have a specific character concept, try to create emblems and banners that reflect that theme.
• Color Theory: Understand how colors evoke different emotions and use them strategically. Red might sify aggression, while blue could represent calm or loyalty.
• Inspiration: Look at real-world heraldry, historical flags, and other players' creations for inspiration.

Creating compelling emblems and banners is a rewarding aspect of Mordhau. It allows for a deep level of personal expression and can contribute to the overall immersion and identity of your character and your team on the battlefield.