Steam dragon scales
| Name | Steam dragon scales |
|---|---|
| Size to wear | All |
| Armour Class | 5 |
| Encumbrance rating | 0 |
| Maximum Enchantment | +5 |
| Grants | rSteam |
| Time to Wear | 5 |
| The scales of a steam-breathing dragon. Unlike the scales of some larger dragons, it does not provide its wearer with much protection (beyond a resistance to scalding steam), but it is extremely light and supple. |
Steam dragon scales are the lightest of the dragon scale armours, having an encumbrance rating of 0 (the same as a robe).
Desirability
A direct upgrade over plain robes, leather armour, and ring mail. With 0 encumbrance, they can be appealing to casters and ranged weapon users.
However, most characters will prefer a slightly heavier armour, such as acid dragon scales, swamp dragon scales, or troll leather armour. These armours provide better protection, and have negligible encumbrance. Even the lowest strength characters, such as Deep Elf and Spriggan casters, may want to use the latter two. Steam resistance is virtually useless, especially since fire resistance also provides it. Note that steam dragons are found earlier than acid dragon and trolls, though.
History
- Steam dragon armour was renamed to steam dragon scales in 0.19, which also removed steam dragon hides.
- Prior to version 0.10, Steam dragon armour had 4 base AC instead of 5.
| Image | |
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| Steam dragon scales | 
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| Armour | |
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| Body Armour | Leather armour • Ring mail • Scale mail • Chain mail • Plate armour • Crystal plate armour
Robe • Animal skin • Troll leather armour • Steam dragon scales • Acid dragon scales • |
| Miscellaneous | Hat • Helmet • Cloak • Scarf • Gloves • Boots • Barding |
| Shields | Buckler • Kite shield • Tower shield • Orb |
