Final Fantasy XII armor

You get 3 Armor slots for each character: head, body and shield. If you are using a a 2 handed weapon that will take away your shield slot leaving you with just 2 slots for armor. Armor generally block physical attacks but some shops sell armor that have magic effects too.



Head
For headgear

Body
For vests, chain mail, capes, etc...

Shield
Only available to equip if target is not using a 2 handed weapon.

Additional Defense slot
An additional slot is available for defense and or status protection, where you can equip accessories.

Light Armor
Light armor helps speed and HP.

Heavy Armor
Heavy Armor helps in Defense and Strength

Mystic Armor
Mystic Armor helps in Magick and Evade