The Blackguard Armor is a type of metal armor. It is a relic from the past that cannot be crafted by the player. But broken pieces of this armor can still be obtained and repaired.
Broken pieces of this armor can be found in Ruins, but it is a rare find, and in the Resonance Archives.
Purchasing
You can purchase broken pieces of the Blackguard armor set from a Treasure Hunter Trader for an average price of 26 rusty gears per piece.
Renovating
Though you can still use it in its broken state, the Blackguard Armor can be renovated twice to get back to its pristine condition. With each renovation, the armor gets more durability and provides more protection.
From broken to damaged
You will require 9 Iron chain to renovate the broken Blackguard armor set to its damaged state.
Different types of armors offer different protection values and durability. Additionally, they may hinder your movements speed and add to your hunger gain.
Can be compared to an Iron Plate Armor with lesser penalties to the former, it is best to repair it to its full condition.
Comparison between Blackguard armors and iron plate armor
Characteristics/Armor
Broken Blackguard armor
Damaged Blackguard armor
Pristine Blackguard armor
Iron plate armor
Durability
600
900
1800
2200
Percent Protection
40%
75%
96%
96%
Flat damage reduction (HP)
0.25
0.5
1.7
1.7
Protection tier
1
1
3
3
Healing effectiveness
-17%
-18%
-20%
-33%
Hunger rate
+12%
+15%
+20%
+24%
Ranged weapon accuracy
-7%
-8%
-10%
-10%
Ranged weapons charge time
+14%
+16%
+20%
+20%
Walk speed
-5%
-8%
-12%
-14%
Flavor Text
Broken
"Remnants of a tenacious soldier" - Blackguard helm
"Once coated in soot, now mostly rust." - Blackguard cuirass
"Hardly worth their weight" - Blackguard greaves
Damaged
"Just another body left behind in the dark." - Blackguard helm
"Even the vigilant soldier can still find themselves outnumbered." - Blackguard cuirass
"Worn through and barely held together. Much like the rest of us." - Blackguard greaves
Pristine
"One can pull down the visor to become enforcer and executioner. Beyond recondition. Beyond reproach." - Blackguard helm
"Fasten with extra vital point protections, this served as to rebuff the ire of the commonfolk and nobility alike." - Blackguard cuirass
"Many muffled footsteps rushing through the tunnels; the only warning before the raid." - Blackguard greaves