> [!infobox|left wikipedia] > # Half Plate Armour > ![[PHB half plate.webp|cover hsmall]] > ##### Armour Stats > | | | > | ---- | ---- | > | **Category** | Medium Armour | > | **AC** | 15 + DEX modifier (max 2) | > | **Strength Requirement** | — | > | **Stealth Checks** | Disadvantage | > ##### Item Stats > | | | > | ---- | ---- | > | **Weight** | 40 lbs. | > | **Cost** | 750 GP | # Description Half Plate consists of shaped metal plates that cover most of the wearer's body. It does not include leg protection beyond simple greaves that are attached with leather straps. As Medium Armour, it takes 5 minutes to don Half Plate and 1 minute to doff it. If you wear Half Plate and lack proficiency in Medium Armour, you have Disadvantage on any D20 Test that involves Strength or Dexterity. # Credit Rules information taken from the _Player's Handbook (2024)_; description taken from the _Player's Handbook (2014)_. Image source: _Player's Handbook (2024)_, page 218