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{{flavour|The scales of an acid dragon. Although it does not provide its wearer with as much protection as the armour made from the scales of some larger dragons, it is somewhat lighter and less encumbering. It is also remarkably smooth, letting corrosive slime flow off it like water.}}
 
{{flavour|The scales of an acid dragon. Although it does not provide its wearer with as much protection as the armour made from the scales of some larger dragons, it is somewhat lighter and less encumbering. It is also remarkably smooth, letting corrosive slime flow off it like water.}}
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'''Acid dragon scales''' are a lightweight armour that provides [[corrosion resistance]].
  
==Useful info==
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This item has a 1/3 chance to generate when you slay an [[acid dragon]].
Acid dragon scales are a fairly lightweight armour and a decent armour choice for stealthy or spellcasting characters, providing decent AC in exchange for a very small encumbrance rating. Wearing these scales grants [[Acid#Corrosion|rCorr]].
 
 
 
This item has a 1/3 chance to generate when you slay an [[acid dragon]], like any other dragon scales.
 
  
 
==Desirability==
 
==Desirability==
The encumbrance rating of these scales is so small that even characters with a terrible [[Armour skill]] aptitude (such as [[spriggan]]s or [[deep elves]]) can easily overcome it.
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Acid dragon scales are very light, just 1 ER above [[leather armour]]. These scales won't hinder you by much, even if you have poor [[strength]]. Corrosion resistance is useful in the [[Slime Pits]], and against certain enemies like [[entropy weaver]]s. Also useful for [[Troll]]s and [[Ogre]]s who haven't found anything heavier yet.
  
Some players will prefer the extra AC these scales provide, while others may find that a different property (such as that from [[robe of the Archmagi]], [[troll leather armour]], or even just a [[leather armour]] of [[fire resistance]]) is more useful. [[Troll]]s and [[Ogre]]s may appreciate these as they hold over for a heavier armour to wear. Ultimately, it depends on your play style, how much rCorr matters in the moment, and what other equipment you have found.
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Alternatives exist:
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*Some characters will prefer a less protective armour, such as [[robe]] of the [[Archmagi]] or [[troll leather armour]], for their intrinsics. Others will want the better AC and max enchantment from acid scales. This can depend on character type and player preference.
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*You may want to upgrade to a heavier armour, such as [[swamp dragon scales|swamp]] or [[fire dragon scales]], eventually. These armours offer more AC for a encumbrance you can mitigate. Acid scales are found earlier, though.
  
 
==History==
 
==History==
*Acid dragon scales replaced mottled dragon scales in [[0.20]].
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*Acid dragon scales were introduced in [[0.20]], replacing [[mottled dragon scales]].
  
 
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Revision as of 07:33, 27 October 2023

Version 0.30: This article may not be up to date for the latest stable release of Crawl.
Name Acid dragon scales
Size to wear Any
Armour Class 6
Encumbrance rating 5
Maximum Enchantment +6
Grants rCorr
Time to Wear 5


The scales of an acid dragon. Although it does not provide its wearer with as much protection as the armour made from the scales of some larger dragons, it is somewhat lighter and less encumbering. It is also remarkably smooth, letting corrosive slime flow off it like water.

Acid dragon scales are a lightweight armour that provides corrosion resistance.

This item has a 1/3 chance to generate when you slay an acid dragon.

Desirability

Acid dragon scales are very light, just 1 ER above leather armour. These scales won't hinder you by much, even if you have poor strength. Corrosion resistance is useful in the Slime Pits, and against certain enemies like entropy weavers. Also useful for Trolls and Ogres who haven't found anything heavier yet.

Alternatives exist:

  • Some characters will prefer a less protective armour, such as robe of the Archmagi or troll leather armour, for their intrinsics. Others will want the better AC and max enchantment from acid scales. This can depend on character type and player preference.
  • You may want to upgrade to a heavier armour, such as swamp or fire dragon scales, eventually. These armours offer more AC for a encumbrance you can mitigate. Acid scales are found earlier, though.

History

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