I’ve always thought beards and facial hair were a form of peacocking and its good to know I was sort of right. The point about the beard being there for battle is interesting, a big bushy beard does make the wearer look physically bigger, like a lions main I guess. Also if someone tries to thump you on the chin its much harder if they cant see where it is, as well as it acting like a shock absorber, like having your own airbag on your face!!
