Armor and shields are crucial for protecting your party from enemy attacks. They reduce incoming physical damage and can sometimes provide resistance to elemental attacks or status effects. Like weapons, armor and shields can be bought, found, or crafted. Each character has specific armor types they can equip, and some pieces are exclusive to certain characters.
- Body Armor: Includes various types like light armor, heavy armor, robes, and dresses. Provides the largest defense boost.
- Headgear: Helmets, hats, and circlets. Offers additional defense and sometimes resistance to status effects.
- Shields: Equippable by Hero, Yangus, and Angelo. Provide a significant defense boost and can sometimes block spells.
When choosing armor, prioritize defense, but also pay attention to any special properties. For example, some armor might reduce fire damage, which is invaluable against certain bosses. Equipping a full set of armor (head, body, shield) often provides the best overall protection. check the 'Equip' menu regularly to ensure your characters are wearing their best available gear. Upgrading armor is just as important as upgrading weapons for survival.