If a figure picks something up, it may not make an attack in that turn. Also, if a figure drops something it may not attack either. This helps your LEGO knights survive a successful attack. An unarmored figure has an Armor rating of 5, but wearing armor increases this. Minimum points cost is 5.
Long range is three times Short range.
It provides the horse with 1 point of armor. Also allows your enemy to see where you're going at night. It can be used as a club. Or horses, mainly. To ride a horse, you need a saddle.