Body Armor

Capes supposedly commissioned by a famed noble thief from a master craftsman. Only thirteen are said to exist, passing from collector to collector. Strangely, all of them seem to meet mysterious ends.

Combat attire worn by city watchmen of the overworld. This appears to be a prototype, with poorly finished stitching.

Steel armor providing a bulwark of defense at the cost of increased weight. Beloved for its protection against melee attacks—even those of beasts—it gives the wearer the staunch courage of a soldier.

Armor that burst into popularity among the superstitious after a fallen fighter miraculously survived a fatal blow. Few realize that, in truth, the warrior's lover asked a faith healer to intervene.

The combat attire worn by city watchmen of the overworld. The process of making such clothing, complicated by Aincradian standards, was brought by overworlder women summoned a century ago.

A comfortable cotton shirt that's easy to wear and move around in. Because of its affordable price, it's a constant companion of novice adventurers, and often paired with light leather armor.

It appears to be mere cloth with no trace of steel. This is due to an enchantment bestowed by elves who abhor metal. Grants extraordinary protection to those whose souls resonate with elven wisdom.

This versatile shirt stretches to fit any form and its protection against the claws and fangs of beasts make it useful for many adventurers. It's name comes from its popularity among monster hunters.

An adventurer's coat modeled after the attire of overworld nobles. The design appears odd to Aincradians, who call it "floral wear." Especially popular with adventurers who like looking fashionable.

Armor made of simple plate mail over a sturdy leather base. Because of its affordability, it's often used by burgeoning adventurers looking to break out of the novitiate by venturing into the wilds.

This armor provides the perfect blend of lightweight performance and protection. Despite its simple appearance, only a skilled craftsman can layer the tanned skins and weave them together just right.

A suit of armor worn by the saint that led a blessed army during the ancient holy wars. Those who don it gain a boost to vitality—the more grievous their wounds, the greater the urge to fight on.

Thin, lightweight half-coat armor woven from the crest feathers of the Sticky Thunderbird—a raptor that glides over mountainous regions. The fabric is as durable as chainmail wrought from steel wire.

The crafting recipe for this gear was discovered after an explorer decoded ancient texts found in an old ruin. These were supposedly worn by the "shadow warriors" of the overworld's eastern frontier.

Armor worn by those destined to become the heroes of Aincrad.

The official attire of a since-disbanded combat brigade who devoted themselves selflessly to protecting Aincrad. These stalwart warriors faced monsters, guardians, and gods alike.

Ceremonial gear inherited from the overworld, imbued with an ancient enchantment that shields the wearer from harm. Though originally intended as ritual attire, it's durable enough for combat.

The official gear of a secret intelligence agency founded by a certain district's governing authority. Long dismissed as rumor, their existence was proven when this gear was found in an old ruin.

Full plate armor crafted from an alloy of copper and nickel. Even master smiths often fail in forging it correctly, making it quite rare. Its defense against corrosion makes up for this scarcity.