Armor - Lorica Segmentata

The complete uniform (set of components listed) provides an AC of 15 and is grouped with medium weight armor.

The lorica segmentata (segmented cuirass) is a type of personal armor used by soldiers of the Roman Empire, consisting of metal strips ("girth hoops" fashioned into circular bands), fastened to internal leather straps.  The plates of lorica segmentata armor were soft iron inside and (some at least) were mild steel on the outside, making the plates hardened against damage without becoming brittle.  This case hardening was done deliberately by packing organic matter tightly around them and heating them in a forge, transferring carbon from the burnt materials into the surface of the metal.  The strips were arranged horizontally on the body, overlapping downwards, and they surrounded the torso in two halves, being fastened at the front and back. The upper body and shoulders were protected by additional strips ("shoulder guards") and breast- and backplates. The form of the armor allowed it to be stored very compactly since it was possible to separate it into four sections each of which would collapse on itself into a compact mass. The fitments that closed the various plate sections together (buckles, lobate hinges, hinged straps, tie-hooks, tie-rings, etc.) were made of brass.  (14 lbs)

Galea: is the simple open face Roman helmet with hinged flaps on each side to offer some facial protection.  It did leave the ears open for normal hearing. (4 lbs).

Bracers: - Brass metal forearm protectors with leather straps and brass buckles. (5 lbs)

Baltus & Cingulum: is the Roman military belt and the metal clad leather straps that cover the groin.  (6 lbs)

Greaves: - Brass metal shin protectors with leather straps and brass buckles. (7 lbs)

Caligulae: are hobbed nailed sandals used by the Roman military.

Half plate consists of shaped metal plates that cover most of the wearer's body. It does not include leg protection beyond simple greaves that are attached with leather straps.

Notes: Combat, Stealth Disadvantage