Brigandine Armor (5e Armor)
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Brigandine is a form of armor in 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons.
Brigandine
| Armor | Type | Cost | AC | Strength | Stealth | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brigandine | Medium | 100 | 14 | — | — | 30 lbs |
Brigandine armor is overlapping metal plates riveted to a heavy cloth covering. It covers the torso but not the arms. However, pauldrons and arm armor (rerebrace & vambrace) were not uncommon to be worn with brigandine. It was worn over a gambeson (a padded undercoat, included in the weight and cost). It often buckled on, opening in the front, making it easier to don and doff by yourself than a breastplate. Its heavy cloth covering was often decorated making it fashionable.
It was easier (and cheaper) to construct and repair than a breastplate or splint armor.
The name 'Brigandine' came into use due to frequent use by brigands (like highwaymen) as it could often be mistaken for more civilian attire (hiding its armor nature).
