Probably, you're right. But ah, I can take it. You'd need your hands for the sword and all. If we do come across something, I mean.

[So it would make sense for him to carry it and just stay close to help light the way with it, bringing up the rear, in that case, wouldn't it? Or so he figures. Though whether any creatures might be deterred or curious on the sound of the armor, their voices and footsteps, is another story.]