Dragonplate Armor (Skyrim)

Dragonplate Armor is a heavy armor set found in .
==Locations==
*Random loot in chests and containers from level 40
**Can be found under level 40 with the Dragon Armor perk
**Enchanted pieces can be found from level 41
==Smithing==
Dragonplate Armor is forged from dragon bones, Dragon scales and leather strips. The Dragon Armor perk, which requires a Smithing skill of 100, must be acquired before this armor type can be crafted.
Dragonplate Armor can be upgraded at a workbench. However, the chest piece and shield require Dragon Bones to be upgraded, while the boots, gauntlets, and helmet require Dragon Scales.
==Comparisons==
===Daedric Armor===
Daedric armor has a higher armor rating than Dragonplate armor at its base value and retains its higher rating, even when both armors have been upgraded to Legendary status. However, with its lower weight, Dragonplate Armor is the more suitable choice when lacking proper Heavy Armor perks. Another consideration is that the relative frequency of dragon attacks as compared to Daedra encounters means that it is usually much easier to obtain the raw materials for Dragonplate armor (bone and scales) versus the Daedric armor (Daedra Hearts). Note also that the higher rating for Daedric armor will not make a difference if either set is taken above the armor cap of 567 through perks and tempering.
===Dragonscale Armor===
While Dragonplate armor has a higher base armor, it also has a much heavier weight compared to Dragonscale. Dragon Scales are also lighter than dragon bones, making it easier to transport the material for the armor. Dragonscale is a light armor, which can make it better for a stealth-based player character or if they have a higher light armor skill. However, if weight is not an issue and all Heavy Armor abilities are unlocked, Dragonplate is a more beneficial choice.
==Attributes by piece==
Piece 	 	 	 	Dragon Scales	Dragon Bone	Leather Strips	ID
Dragonplate Armor 	46 	40	2125	3 	2 	3 	
Dragonplate Boots 	17 	8 	425 	3 	1 	2 	
Dragonplate Gauntlets 	17 	8 	425 	2 	1 	2 	
Dragonplate Helmet 	22 	8 	1050	2 	1 	2 	
Dragonplate Shield 	34 	15	1050	3 	1 	1 	
Total (with shield) 	136	79	5075	13 	6 	10 	–
Total (without shield)	102	64	4025	10 	5 	9 	–
==Gallery==
Dragon armour concept.jpg|Concept art for the dragonplate armor.
Dragon Armor Sets.png|Dragonplate armor on mannequins.
==Trivia==
*The armbands have Dragon letters carved into them reading "Jonah Lobe." Jonah Lobe was the character artist who created the Dragonplate armor.https://www.artstation.com/artwork/KY4g9 https://www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/comments/9rbc12/i_made_the_skyrim_dragon_the_fallout_deathclaw_im/e9gygnn/
*The back of the boots is quite similar in appearance to the back of the male version of Ancient Nord Boots.
*Zurin Arctus was known to have made a Cuirass from dragon bones, similar to this armor. 
==Bugs==
* When worn by bestial races, such as Khajiit or Argonians, their cranial features and tails might disappear or function abnormally.
* The Dragonplate Helmet will sometimes clip into the forehead, showing the hair on the top of the head. Even having no hair (i.e. shaved), and wearing the helmet still causes this bug to occur.
*Although it is quite rare, pieces of the set can be found as early as level 30, even without the aforementioned perk.
==See also==
*Dragonbone Weapons (Dawnguard)
==Appearances==
* (only an enchanted chestpiece)
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==References==
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Category:Skyrim: Heavy Armor Sets
Category:Skyrim: Heavy Armor