Armor Types

Learn about the different Armor Types in Chivalry 2, how they interact with damage types, and their strategic implications in combat. Enhance your gameplay.

In Chivalry 2, understanding the different Armor Types is crucial for optimizing your combat effectiveness. While the game doesn't feature distinct armor pieces with varying stats like in some RPGs, the concept of 'Armor Type' is integrated into the card-based combat system, particularly in the context of damage interactions.

The 'Armor Type' is one of the classifications found on cards, alongside Damage Type and Heal Type. This classification plays a role in how damage is calculated when certain card types are used against specific enemy types. The game's combat system emphasizes a rock-paper-scissors dynamic for damage application:

• Using a STR (Strength) Card on a SPD (Speed) enemy deals 1.5x damage.
• Using a SPD (Speed) Card on a MAG (Magic) enemy deals 1.5x damage.
• Using a MAG (Magic) Card on a STR (Strength) enemy deals 1.5x damage.

While 'Armor Type' itself isn't a direct defensive stat that enemies possess in the traditional sense, the interaction between your offensive card types and the enemy's inherent type (STR, SPD, MAG) dictates the effectiveness of your attacks. Mastering these relationships allows you to maximize damage output and overcome challenging encounters more efficiently.