Weight numbers in parentheses "()" denote stats for Masterwork items. If rolling for imbued armor as treasure, determine the type of armor below and then proceed to the element table.
Shield Table
| Type | Damage Reduction | Weight (lbs) |
|---|---|---|
| Buckler | 2 | 3(2) |
| Small Shield | 3 | 7(5) |
| Large Shield | 4 | 15(10) |
Base Layers may be worn by all characters with no training required.
Base Layer Table
| Type | Damage Reduction | Weight (lbs) |
|---|---|---|
| Buff Coat | 3 | 5(3) |
| Gambeson | 5 | 10(7) |
All Mid-Layers require the Armor Focus skill to be worn and a Base Layer must be underneath them.
Mid-Layer Table
| Type | Damage Reduction | Weight (lbs) |
|---|---|---|
| Chainmail Hauberk | 5 | 25(20) |
| Lamellar: Boiled Leather or Bone | 4 | 20(15) |
| Lamellar: Steel | 6 | 30(25) |
All Plated armors require the Armor Focus skill to be worn and a Base Layer must be underneath them. The Armor Specialization skill is required to wear Chainmail over the Base Layer and under the Plated armor.
Boiled Leather
| Piece | Damage Reduction | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Boots | 1 | 2(1.5) |
| Breastplate | 2 | 10(7) |
| Cuisses | 1 | 4(3) |
| Greaves | 1 | 3(2) |
| Helm | 1 | 2(1.5) |
| Pauldrons | 1 | 3(2) |
| Vambraces | 1 | 1(.5) |
Brigandine
| Piece | Damage Reduction | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Boots | 2 | 4(3) |
| Breastplate | 3 | 20(15) |
| Cuisses | 2 | 5(4) |
| Greaves | 2 | 4(3) |
| Helm | 2 | 3(2) |
| Pauldrons | 2 | 5(3.5) |
| Vambraces | 2 | 2(1.5) |
Steel Plate
| Piece | Damage Reduction | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Boots | 3 | 4(3) |
| Breastplate | 4 | 25(20) |
| Cuisses | 3 | 8(6) |
| Greaves | 3 | 6(4.5) |
| Helm | 3 | 4(3) |
| Pauldrons | 3 | 6(4.5) |
| Vambraces | 3 | 4(3) |