D&D Equipment & Supplies
Armor
The armor table shows the most common armor used in the worlds of D&D, their cost, weight, and other properties of the armor.
Optional Rules: Metal armor is typically made using steel, however armor can be crafted using a variety of different metals. Clicking on a metal armor's name will give you a description of the armor and possible metal options. Each metal has unique properties and costs. Note: Most smiths are proficient in crafting using iron or steel, but other metals may require a specialist. In addition, some metals are rare and the smith may not have the resources to craft some metal armor.
Item
Cost
(Norm)
Cost
(Low)
Cost
(High)
WeightWt
Armor ClassAC
Str
Stealth
Cost:
5 gp
Cheap:
4 gp
Expensive:
10 gp
Weight:
8 lb.
Armor Class (AC):
11 + Dex mod
Strength
Stealth
Disadv
Padded armor consists of quilted layers of cloth and batting (layers or sheets of raw cotton or wool).
[AC: 11 + Dex modifier; Stealth: Disadvantage]
Cost:
10 gp
Cheap:
8 gp
Expensive:
20 gp
Weight:
10 lb.
Armor Class (AC):
11 + Dex mod
Strength
Stealth
The breastplate and shoulder protectors of this armor are made of leather that has been stiffened by being boiled in oil. The rest of the armor is made of softer and more flexible materials.
[AC: 11 + Dex modifier]
Cost:
45 gp
Cheap:
36 gp
Expensive:
90 gp
Weight:
13 lb.
Armor Class (AC):
12 + Dex mod
Strength
Stealth
Made from tough but flexible leather, studded leather is reinforced with close-set rivets or spikes.
[AC: 12 + Dex modifier]
Cost:
10 gp
Cheap:
8 gp
Expensive:
20 gp
Weight:
12 lb.
Armor Class (AC):
12 + Dex mod (max 2)
Strength
Stealth
This crude armor consists of thick furs and pelts. It is commonly worn by barbarian tribes, evil humanoids, and other folk who lack access to the tools and materials needed to create better armor.
[AC: 12 + Dex modifier (max 2)]
Cost:
50 gp
Cheap:
40 gp
Expensive:
100 gp
Weight:
20 lb.
Armor Class (AC):
13 + Dex mod (max 2)
Strength
Stealth
Made of interlocking metal rings, a chain shirt is worn between layers of clothing or leather. This armor offers modest protection to the wearer's upper body and allows the sound of the rings rubbing against one another to be muffled by outer layers.
[AC: 13 + Dex modifier (max 2)]
Cost:
50 gp
Cheap:
40 gp
Expensive:
100 gp
Weight:
45 lb.
Armor Class (AC):
14 + Dex mod (max 2)
Strength
Stealth
Disadv
This armor consists of a coat and leggings (and perhaps a separate skirt) of leather covered with overlapping pieces of metal, much like the scales of a fish. The suit includes gauntlets.
[AC: 14 + Dex modifier (max 2); Stealth: Disadvantage]
Cost:
400 gp
Cheap:
320 gp
Expensive:
800 gp
Weight:
20 lb.
Armor Class (AC):
14 + Dex mod (max 2)
Strength
Stealth
This armor consists of a fitted metal chest piece worn with supple leather. Although it leaves the legs and arms relatively unprotected, this armor provides good protection for the wearer's vital organs while leaving the wearer relatively unencumbered.
[AC: 14 + Dex modifier (max 2)]
Cost:
750 gp
Cheap:
600 gp
Expensive:
1,500 gp
Weight:
40 lb.
Armor Class (AC):
15 + Dex mod (max 2)
Strength
Stealth
Disadv
Half plate consists of shaped metal plates that cover most of the wearer's body. It does not include leg protection beyond simple greaves that are attached with leather straps.
[AC: 15 + Dex modifier (max 2); Stealth: Disadvantage]
Cost:
30 gp
Cheap:
24 gp
Expensive:
60 gp
Weight:
40 lb.
Armor Class (AC):
14
Strength
Stealth
Disadv
This armor is leather armor with heavy rings sewn into it. The rings help reinforce the armor against blows from swords and axes. Ring mail is inferior to chain mail, and it's usually worn only by those who can't afford better armor.
[AC: 14; Stealth: Disadvantage]
Cost:
75 gp
Cheap:
60 gp
Expensive:
150 gp
Weight:
55 lb.
Armor Class (AC):
16
Strength
13
Stealth
Disadv
Made of interlocking metal rings, chain mail includes a layer of quilted fabric worn underneath the mail to prevent chafing and to cushion the impact of blows. The suit includes gauntlets.
[AC: 16; Strength 13; Stealth: Disadvantage]
Cost:
200 gp
Cheap:
160 gp
Expensive:
400 gp
Weight:
60 lb.
Armor Class (AC):
17
Strength
15
Stealth
Disadv
This armor is made of narrow vertical strips of metal riveted to a backing of leather that is worn over cloth padding. Flexible chain mail protects the joints.
[AC: 17; Strength 15; Stealth: Disadvantage]
Cost:
1,500 gp
Cheap:
1,200 gp
Expensive:
3,000 gp
Weight:
65 lb.
Armor Class (AC):
18
Strength
15
Stealth
Disadv
Plate consists of shaped, interlocking metal plates to cover the entire body. A suit of plate includes gauntlets, heavy leather boots, a visored helmet, and thick layers of padding underneath the armor. Buckles and straps distribute the weight over the body.
[AC: 18; Strength 15; Stealth: Disadvantage]
Cost:
10 gp
Cheap:
8 gp
Expensive:
20 gp
Weight:
6 lb.
Armor Class (AC):
+2
Strength
Stealth
A shield is made from wood or metal and is carried in one hand. Wielding a shield increases your Armor Class by 2. You can benefit from only one shield at a time.
[AC: +2]
