Armor Made of Unusual Metals (DMG)

==Optional Rule==
With the exception of bronze plate mail, it is assumed that all metal armors are made from a fairly common yet sturdy form of steel. However, this need not always be the case.
Since this is a fantasy campaign, there is nothing to prevent armors being made from rare and fantastic metals. Different metals have different properties which must be taken into account when such armors are used. Table 27 lists several different types of metals and the effects they have on Armor Class, encumbrance, and cost.
 Table 27: Unusual Metal Armors
Metal 	AC Adjustment	Weight Adj.	Cost Multiplier
Adamantite 	1 	-25% 	x500
Bronze 	-1 	0 	x
Elven Steel	0 	-50% 	**
Fine Steel 	0 	-10% 	x2
Gold 	-4 	100% 	x3*
Iron 	0 	25% 	0
Silver 	-2 	0 	x2*
:The AC adjustment in no way implies that the armor has magical properties, only that the material is better or worse than normal. Thus, no bonuses are gained for saving throws, etc.
:* The character must provide the amount of metal needed to make the suit (determined by weight). In addition, the character must multiply the normal cost of the armor by the multiplier listed and pay this as fabrication cost.
:** Elven armors can't normally be purchased, being given as gifts to those the elves deem worthy.