Armor provides crucial defense against enemy attacks. Like weapons, different characters can equip different types of armor. Heavy armor (plate mail, full plate) is for the Hero and Ragnar, while lighter armor (robes, dresses) is for mages and agile characters like Alena. Shields and helmets also contribute significantly to defense.

Key Armor Pieces to Acquire:
- Zenithian Armor/Shield/Helmet: The Hero's ultimate defensive set, providing high defense and resistances.
- Liquid Metal Armor: Extremely high defense, often obtained from the casino or Mini Medal King. Excellent for any character who can equip it.
- Dragon Mail: Good defense and resistance to fire attacks, suitable for physical attackers.
- Sacred Armor: Offers good defense and often has a passive HP regeneration effect, great for healers like Kiryl.
- Sage's Robe: High magical defense and often boosts MP, ideal for mages.
- Shield of Strength: A powerful shield with high defense.
Prioritize upgrading armor for your front-line characters (Hero, Ragnar, Alena) first, as they will take the most damage. Magical defense is also important for your mages. Some armor pieces offer resistances to specific elements or status effects, which can be invaluable in certain boss fights.
Compare armor inDragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince