Final Fantasy XVI
Final Fantasy XVI

Armor: Protection for the Shield

Understand armor in Final Fantasy XVI. Optimize Clive's Defense and HP with Body and Vambrace slots, crafted at the Blacksmith for survivability.

Armor in Final Fantasy XVI consists of two slots: Body and Vambraces. These pieces directly influence Clive's Defense and HP stats, reducing incoming damage and increasing his survivability. Like weapons, armor is primarily acquired through crafting at the Blacksmith. Keep your armor updated to match the challenges of the current region. Higher-tier armor often requires rarer materials.

Armor Types:

  • Body Armor: Increases Defense and HP.
  • Vambraces: Increases Defense and HP.

Always check the Blacksmith after major story beats or when entering a new region for potential armor upgrades.