Bard's Tunic

Bard's Tunic, also known as Bard Vest, is a recurring armor in the series.

Final Fantasy
Bard's Tunic is a high-ranked armor that can be used by anyone in the game. It only appears in the Dawn of Souls and 20th Anniversary editions, in Hellfire Chasm and Lifespring Grotto. It may also be won from Two-Headed Dragon. It provides +20 Defense, +3 Weight, and resistance to Silence.

Final Fantasy III
Bard Vest is a mid-ranked armor that is used by Freelancers, Onion Knights, and Bards. It provides +32 Defense, +28 Magic Defense, +2 Agility, and +2 Mind.

Final Fantasy IV
Bard's Tunic is a low-ranked armor that is Edward's initial equipment, and can be bought in Mist for 70 Gil. It provides +2 Defense, +1 Magic Defense, +1 Magic Evasion, and resistance to Silence.

Final Fantasy XII: Revenant Wings
Bard's Tunic is a mid-ranked armor for Penelo. It provides +24 Defense, +36 Magic Defense, and +5 Mind.