Any examples of headwear for races with animal ears?












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So, considering the structure of the head and ears for creatures like cats, dogs, and bears, if one were to make a race with those types of ears (The stereotype cat person, essentially) I am curious how headgear might function.



I know glasses might be a problem, and a full helm might cause issues too. I figure perhaps they could fold their ears back if they wanted to put an actual helmet on...










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    Could you give more details? For example, a motorcycle helmet needs minimal padding and a snug fit (too much padding compresses under the stress of a crash) and unprotected ears would be shredded. A football helmet could have more padding and little to no ear protection. Combat helmets could vary.
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So, considering the structure of the head and ears for creatures like cats, dogs, and bears, if one were to make a race with those types of ears (The stereotype cat person, essentially) I am curious how headgear might function.



I know glasses might be a problem, and a full helm might cause issues too. I figure perhaps they could fold their ears back if they wanted to put an actual helmet on...










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    Could you give more details? For example, a motorcycle helmet needs minimal padding and a snug fit (too much padding compresses under the stress of a crash) and unprotected ears would be shredded. A football helmet could have more padding and little to no ear protection. Combat helmets could vary.
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So, considering the structure of the head and ears for creatures like cats, dogs, and bears, if one were to make a race with those types of ears (The stereotype cat person, essentially) I am curious how headgear might function.



I know glasses might be a problem, and a full helm might cause issues too. I figure perhaps they could fold their ears back if they wanted to put an actual helmet on...










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So, considering the structure of the head and ears for creatures like cats, dogs, and bears, if one were to make a race with those types of ears (The stereotype cat person, essentially) I am curious how headgear might function.



I know glasses might be a problem, and a full helm might cause issues too. I figure perhaps they could fold their ears back if they wanted to put an actual helmet on...







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  • $begingroup$
    Could you give more details? For example, a motorcycle helmet needs minimal padding and a snug fit (too much padding compresses under the stress of a crash) and unprotected ears would be shredded. A football helmet could have more padding and little to no ear protection. Combat helmets could vary.
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    Could you give more details? For example, a motorcycle helmet needs minimal padding and a snug fit (too much padding compresses under the stress of a crash) and unprotected ears would be shredded. A football helmet could have more padding and little to no ear protection. Combat helmets could vary.
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Could you give more details? For example, a motorcycle helmet needs minimal padding and a snug fit (too much padding compresses under the stress of a crash) and unprotected ears would be shredded. A football helmet could have more padding and little to no ear protection. Combat helmets could vary.
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Could you give more details? For example, a motorcycle helmet needs minimal padding and a snug fit (too much padding compresses under the stress of a crash) and unprotected ears would be shredded. A football helmet could have more padding and little to no ear protection. Combat helmets could vary.
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If the creature needs its ears to function well in battle, or for ritual or cosmetic show offs, you need holes. Helmets for military dogs have them:



Helmet with ear holes



Otherwise, do fold their ears:



Folded ears in helmet






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    All kinds of hoods would continue to work, I think. If the necessity of headwear is much bigger then felt discomfort (for example, cold weather clothing), heavy warm hats would be worn, even if they create some discomfort to the ears.



    As for the helmets, there are three separate solutions I can see.



    For the very light helmets, it could be just a comparatively narrow metal plate that goes from forehead to the back of the head, leaving the sides of the head and ears open. Modern military helmets that are adapted to big headphones give a similar profile: https://images.app.goo.gl/ZKBdTbA4mUdsfwKt8



    For inspiration, you can also take a look at medieval horse armor. House marks often were formed to protect the ears.
    https://images.app.goo.gl/dh5bW8Fac1Qgx9t89



    Some medieval helmets were quite roomy inside, and heavily padded. So changing the form of the padding, you would be able to fit the ears inside without much discomfort.
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      If the creature needs its ears to function well in battle, or for ritual or cosmetic show offs, you need holes. Helmets for military dogs have them:



      Helmet with ear holes



      Otherwise, do fold their ears:



      Folded ears in helmet






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        If the creature needs its ears to function well in battle, or for ritual or cosmetic show offs, you need holes. Helmets for military dogs have them:



        Helmet with ear holes



        Otherwise, do fold their ears:



        Folded ears in helmet






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          $begingroup$

          If the creature needs its ears to function well in battle, or for ritual or cosmetic show offs, you need holes. Helmets for military dogs have them:



          Helmet with ear holes



          Otherwise, do fold their ears:



          Folded ears in helmet






          share|improve this answer









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          If the creature needs its ears to function well in battle, or for ritual or cosmetic show offs, you need holes. Helmets for military dogs have them:



          Helmet with ear holes



          Otherwise, do fold their ears:



          Folded ears in helmet







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              All kinds of hoods would continue to work, I think. If the necessity of headwear is much bigger then felt discomfort (for example, cold weather clothing), heavy warm hats would be worn, even if they create some discomfort to the ears.



              As for the helmets, there are three separate solutions I can see.



              For the very light helmets, it could be just a comparatively narrow metal plate that goes from forehead to the back of the head, leaving the sides of the head and ears open. Modern military helmets that are adapted to big headphones give a similar profile: https://images.app.goo.gl/ZKBdTbA4mUdsfwKt8



              For inspiration, you can also take a look at medieval horse armor. House marks often were formed to protect the ears.
              https://images.app.goo.gl/dh5bW8Fac1Qgx9t89



              Some medieval helmets were quite roomy inside, and heavily padded. So changing the form of the padding, you would be able to fit the ears inside without much discomfort.
              https://pin.it/t544kh6saed5fq






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                All kinds of hoods would continue to work, I think. If the necessity of headwear is much bigger then felt discomfort (for example, cold weather clothing), heavy warm hats would be worn, even if they create some discomfort to the ears.



                As for the helmets, there are three separate solutions I can see.



                For the very light helmets, it could be just a comparatively narrow metal plate that goes from forehead to the back of the head, leaving the sides of the head and ears open. Modern military helmets that are adapted to big headphones give a similar profile: https://images.app.goo.gl/ZKBdTbA4mUdsfwKt8



                For inspiration, you can also take a look at medieval horse armor. House marks often were formed to protect the ears.
                https://images.app.goo.gl/dh5bW8Fac1Qgx9t89



                Some medieval helmets were quite roomy inside, and heavily padded. So changing the form of the padding, you would be able to fit the ears inside without much discomfort.
                https://pin.it/t544kh6saed5fq






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                  All kinds of hoods would continue to work, I think. If the necessity of headwear is much bigger then felt discomfort (for example, cold weather clothing), heavy warm hats would be worn, even if they create some discomfort to the ears.



                  As for the helmets, there are three separate solutions I can see.



                  For the very light helmets, it could be just a comparatively narrow metal plate that goes from forehead to the back of the head, leaving the sides of the head and ears open. Modern military helmets that are adapted to big headphones give a similar profile: https://images.app.goo.gl/ZKBdTbA4mUdsfwKt8



                  For inspiration, you can also take a look at medieval horse armor. House marks often were formed to protect the ears.
                  https://images.app.goo.gl/dh5bW8Fac1Qgx9t89



                  Some medieval helmets were quite roomy inside, and heavily padded. So changing the form of the padding, you would be able to fit the ears inside without much discomfort.
                  https://pin.it/t544kh6saed5fq






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                  All kinds of hoods would continue to work, I think. If the necessity of headwear is much bigger then felt discomfort (for example, cold weather clothing), heavy warm hats would be worn, even if they create some discomfort to the ears.



                  As for the helmets, there are three separate solutions I can see.



                  For the very light helmets, it could be just a comparatively narrow metal plate that goes from forehead to the back of the head, leaving the sides of the head and ears open. Modern military helmets that are adapted to big headphones give a similar profile: https://images.app.goo.gl/ZKBdTbA4mUdsfwKt8



                  For inspiration, you can also take a look at medieval horse armor. House marks often were formed to protect the ears.
                  https://images.app.goo.gl/dh5bW8Fac1Qgx9t89



                  Some medieval helmets were quite roomy inside, and heavily padded. So changing the form of the padding, you would be able to fit the ears inside without much discomfort.
                  https://pin.it/t544kh6saed5fq







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