Armor of Strife

You invoke the turbulent power of Stonia to imbue a willing creature with an armor born of divine radiance and infernal flame. When you touch the target, a shimmering field of paradoxical energy envelops them. For 8 hours, their skin is magically reinforced such that their AC becomes 13 + their Dexterity modifier. > > In the chaotic dance of conflict, the armor retaliates when the protected creature is struck by a melee attack. Upon the first successful hit each turn, the attacker is momentarily scorched by the clashing forces within the armor—taking 1d4 points of damage. You decide at that moment whether the damage is radiant or fire in nature, representing the dual aspects of hope and retribution. > > This protective aura does not require concentration and remains active until dispelled or the duration expires.