Steamforged Plate Armor

Item Level: 12 
Price: 16000 gp 
Category: Heavy Armor 
Bulk: L 
Usage: Worn
=== Description: ===
The Steamforged Plate Armor is a masterpiece of steampunk craftsmanship. Crafted from reinforced steel plates, this armor incorporates an intricate network of steam pipes, gears, and pressure valves. When activated, the steamforged technology empowers the wearer with enhanced capabilities.
=== Activation: ===
As an action, the wearer can activate the steamforged mechanism within the armor, releasing a burst of steam and energy. Once activated, the armor remains powered for 1 minute before requiring a short rest to recharge.
=== Effects: ===
While the Steamforged Plate Armor is active, the wearer gains the following benefits:
* Resistance to fire damage.
* +2 item bonus to Intimidation checks.
* Once per activation, the wearer can release a blast of scalding steam as a reaction when struck by a melee attack. The attacker takes 2d6 fire damage and must succeed at a DC 22 Fortitude save or be blinded until the end of their next turn.
=== Activation and Removal: ===
Activating the Steamforged Plate Armor requires an action. Removing the armor takes 1 minute.
=== Special: ===
The steamforged technology requires regular maintenance and occasional refueling with alchemical reagents to keep it operational.
Crafting Requirements: Feats: Craft Magical Arms and Armor Skills: Craft (armorer) DC 25 Materials: A set of +2 full plate armor, steamforged components, alchemical reagents, and a steam valve control mechanism.