Armor

What protection is available to those venturing into dangerous situations?

• What is it made of?
  • Small bits of metal are readily available, but as the pieces get bigger, the cost grows geometrically - anything heavier than a breastplate is astoundingly rare. Bracers and greaves are a bit more available, but still very expensive.
  • Leather is far more available, generally trollizard patches sewn together, and sometimes augmented with studs of metal.
  • Composite armors similar to bullet-proof vests are possible, but relatively expensive. They are be made by layering several kinds of rare hivespun, some of which are very specialized.
  • Shields are a common candidates for metal investment.
• What about magic?
  • Self-repairing armor is the most prevalent.
  • Resisting specific damage types (fire, fray) is the next most common.
  • Armor that staunches bleeding and administers medication is sought after.