Wow, thanks G.D., that was the golden post of the week. I just wanted to add that equipment is only as useful as far as you can make up for a good unit's weaknesses. For example, there's no point in giving a Bane a Water Sword or lightweight scale mail, since he already has a Bane Blade and he doesn't get encumbered anyway. However, a Nifel Jarl might find use for these trinkets to replace the crappy weaponry he comes with. Almost anyone can use regeneration rings, lucky pendants, and quick boots. You can even make lowly commanders scary if you give them crane sandals and a skull talisman. Well, if not scary, at least funny and annoying.
