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# Half Plate Armor
*Medium Armor*  

- **Armor Class**: 15 + DEX (max of +2)
- **Stealth**: The wearer has disadvantage on Stealth (DEX) checks.
- **Cost**: 750 gp
- **Weight**: 40.0 lbs.

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.

*Source: SRD / Basic Rules*