Universal Protectorates

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Armor, the greatest creation of the craftsmen. When introduced into the world, it was first used by many heroes in ancient times; they donned different forms of protectorates that complimented their fighting style, ensuring greater longevity in battle. While some were heavy and some were light, each form of armor nonetheless delivered what it promised. Protectorates are now quite common and can be purchased at a weapon shop at any time.

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Face Mask

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Rank: C
Type: Head
Limit: All
Description: A mask that wraps around the shinobi's lower jaw and up around his face, offering light protection from basic attacks. It is used in conjunction with a forehead protector to provide full protection of the head without suffering mobility.
Cost: 5,000 Ryo

Bandage Wrap[/u]
Rank: C
Type: Head
Limit: All
Description: Wrappings that cover the face and protect the shinobi's identity. Although light, the leather fabric that comprises it allows the user to at least have minimal protection to their face without suffering any movement loss.
Cost: 5,000 Ryo

Flak Jacket[/u]
Rank: C
Type: Upper Body
Limit: All
Description: A standard issue flak jacket all shinobi receive. Although thin and comprised of weak materials, it still provides basic defense against simple attacks, while allowing the user to move about with maximum speed.
Cost: 5,000 Ryo

Leather Arm Guards[/u]
Rank: C
Type: Arms
Limit: All
Description: Padded guards that wrap around the forearm and wrist. Although not as sturdy as other types, they provide the user with sufficient protection against basic attacks that would otherwise maim the user's appendage.
Cost: 5,000 Ryo each

Ninja Tabi Boots[/u]
Rank: C
Type: Feet
Limit: All
Description: The standard open toed sandal/boots worn by shinobi worn by basic shinobi across the world. Although light and not very protective, it allows the user to retain their movement speed while still being somewhat guarded from very basic attacks.
Cost: 5,000 Ryo each[/BLOCKQUOTE][/justify]

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Steel Face Mask

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Rank: B
Type: Head
Limit: All
Description: An improvement upon the original Face Mask, this place now covers the user's entire face, and is as such custom designed to fit it. Able to withstand stronger blows without much interference to the player, it is an ideal addition to the shinobi's roster.
Cost: 10,000 Ryo

Hooded Robe
Rank: B
Type: Full Body
Limit: All
Description: A full length robe with a hood that can cover the entire shinobi. It is made from an extremely thick material that can provide ample protection in battle. A bit better than wraps, this not only protects the neck against blows, but can also be used to protect the user from harsh weather and conditions.
Cost: 10,000 Ryo

Battle Gear[/u]
Rank: B
Type: Upper Body
Limit: All
Description: Stronger than a simple flack jacket, this Battle Gear serves like an exoskeleton that covers the user's torso and shoulders well, keeping them safe while not slowing their movement down. Standard issue is all black, but users may alternate the color to their liking.
Cost: 10,000 Ryo

Shuko Hand & Arm Pads[/u]
Rank: B
Type: Hands & Arms
Limit: All
Description: A padded set of gloves that fit the entire hand and forearm. On both the inside and outside are small spikes that can be used to grapple walls with ease or double as a weapon, while still having enough steel plating to be light yet protect from more serious attacks.
Cost: 10,000 Ryo each

Steel Toed Boots[/u]
Rank: B
Type: Feet
Limit: All
Description: Boots that have a steel plate at the toe, protecting the foot and doubling as a weapon. While not fully covering the foot in steel, it still packs enough to keep most of the user's foot intact, while allowing them to use the boots as sturdy kick items as well.
Cost: 10,000 Ryo each[/BLOCKQUOTE][/justify]

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Heavy Helmet

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Rank: A
Type: Head
Limit: Taijutsu Primaries
Description: The helm is a simple piece of armor, providing heavy yet over-protection to the larger part of the head down until just under the user's jaw line. Comprised mainly of sheeted steel reinforced by metallic plates, it's design is meant to protect the user from the toughest of blows.
Cost: 20,000 Ryo

Heavy Avendil
Rank: A
Type: Neck
Limit: Taijutsu Primaries
Description: The avendail is a thick layering of mail the user can place upon their neck in order to protect from attacks aimed at said area. Heavy but durable, it provides excellent protection against a variety of attacks.
Cost: 20,000 Ryo

Heavy Brigandine[/u]
Rank: A
Type: Upper Body
Limit: Taijutsu Primaries
Description: The brigandine is a form of body armor meant to keep the user's torso free of harm. It is a steel breastplate lined with small oblong steel plates and sturdy leather riveted to the fabric, able to withstand anything.
Cost: 20,000 Ryo

Heavy Gauntlets[/u]
Rank: A
Type: Hands & Arms
Limit: Taijutsu Primaries
Description: Gauntlets provided defense for the arms, with an extended cuff covering part of the forearm and hand as well. Gauntlets exist in many forms, mostly comprised of mail and fully-articulated plate armor, all depending on the user's style.
Cost: 20,000 Ryo each

Heavy Boots[/u]
Rank: A
Type: Feet
Limit: Taijutsu Primaries
Description: These standard boots provide heavy protection for the user's feet by covering the appendage completely in the strong material.
Cost: 20,000 Ryo each[/BLOCKQUOTE][/justify]

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Buckler

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Rank: C, B, A
Dimensions: 30 inch diameter / Circular
Description: The buckler is a small, round shield gripped in the fist. Generally used as a companion weapon in hand-to-hand combat, this Protectorate is useful due to its maneuverability, as well as its overall control. Although its small size makes it poor protection against projectile weaponry, it makes up by being light and easy to handle, useful in deflecting from an opponent's and attacking in the same stroke.
Cost: 5,000 / 10,000 / 20,000 Ryo

Kite Shield[/u]
Rank: C, B, A
Dimensions: 3 ft. x 1 ft. / Triangular
Description: The kite shield comes either in the form of a reverse teardrop shape or later on, flat-topped. The tapering point extended down to either a distinct or rounded point. Believed to be an evolution of the simple round shield purely to guard one whole flank of a rider when in combat, the shield gained popularity as it allowed them to guard their foreleg when in a mêlée. It was either flat in section, or featured a gradual curve, to better fit the contour of the human torso, much in the style of a scutum.
Cost: 5,000 / 10,000 / 20,000 Ryo

Escutcheon[/u]
Rank: C, B, A
Dimensions: 2 ft. x 4 t. / Polygon
Description: The escutcheon shape is based on the medieval shields that were used by knights in combat. Although heavy, the shield itself is highly reliable, and an effortless carry for those gifted with raw physical strength.
Cost: 5,000 / 10,000 / 20,000 Ryo

Scutum[/u]
Rank: C, B, A
Dimensions: 2 ft. x 4 t. / Rectangular
Description: The scutum consists of a convex surface made of two planks glued together, the outer surface being then covered first with canvas and then with calf-skin. Its upper and lower rims are strengthened by an iron edging which protects it from descending blows and from injury when rested on the ground. It also has an iron boss fixed to it which turns aside the most formidable blows of stones, pikes, and heavy missiles in general.
Cost: 5,000 / 10,000 / 20,000 Ryo

Aegis Shield[/u]
Rank: C, B, A
Dimensions: 60 inch diameter / Circular
Description: The aegis is a large collar or cape worn in ancient times to display the protection provided by a high religious authority or the holder of a protective shield signifying the same. The wearing of the aegis and its contents show sponsorship, protection, or authority derived from yet a higher source or deity. The name has been extended to many other entities, and the concept of a protective shield is found in other mythologies, while its form varies across sources.
Cost: 5,000 / 10,000 / 20,000 Ryo

Retractable Shield[/u]
Rank: C, B, A
Dimensions: 20 inch diameter / Circular
Description: A slightly more advanced Protectorate, the retractable shield is a gauntlet-based weapon, proving shielding defense through a sudden shield fanning open from the very gauntlet. Snapping out within seconds, this shield, although small, is excellent in hosting secret defense, as well blocking off standard weaponry.
Cost: 5,000 / 10,000 / 20,000 Ryo[/BLOCKQUOTE][/justify]