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'''Shardplate''' is an ancient and magical {{book ref|sa1|prologue}} type of full-body armor found on [[Roshar]]. Infused with the power of [[Stormlight]], it enhances the strength, dexterity, and speed of the wearer.{{book ref|sa1|12}} The origin of Shardplates has been lost over time,{{book ref|sa2|16}}, but it is believed that they were a gift from the [[Almighty]]. The power of Shardplate is provided by a continuous infusion of stormlight from gemstones attached to the armor's interior. This suggests that Shardplate may be some sort of [[fabrial]].{{book ref|sa2|16}}

A set of Shardplate is constructed of individual pieces that, when assembled, protect the entire body. There are no gaps between sections of the armor, only increasingly small overlapping plates.{{book ref|sa1|26}} Shardplate helms have visors with eye slits that may be lifted up to expose the face. Although similar in appearance, each individual suit of Shardplate has a unique look{{book ref|sa1|6}}{{book ref|sa2|51}} and, because it conforms to the shape of its wearer,{{book ref|sa1|68}}{{book ref|sa2|51}}, the same suit may appear unique on different individuals. The unfinished color of Shardplate is slate-grey ,{{book ref|sa1|12}}, similar to unfinished steel.{{book ref|sa2|16}}. In current times it is a common practice to change the appearance of one's Shardplate by painting it, or adorning it with decorative details or even gemstones.{{book ref|sa1|12}}

Shardplate worn by Radiants of the past is said to have shone brightly with the glow of Stormlight and with glowing glyphs.{{book ref|sa1|19}}{{book ref|sa1|26}}{{book ref|sa2|4}}. It also appears likely that Radiants were able to control their Shardplate with more precision -- for example, Dalinar notes several times with perplexion that both the male Windrunner's and female Stoneward's Plate in one of his visions abruptly change from being helmed to unhelmed .{{book ref|sa1|19}}.

Shardplate provides protection from impact caused by a weapon or from a fall.{{book ref|sa1|12}} The individual wearing the plate is able to feel impacts from within the armor, but their force is greatly reduced. The sensation of touch, however, is transferred through the fingers of the gauntlets allowing the wearer to feel fine detail.{{book ref|sa1|69}}.

Shardplate does not dent or bend. Instead, sections of the armor can crack after heavy or repeated impact and will eventually fail.{{book ref|sa1|prologue}} When a section of the armor fails, it will explode into bits of molten metal. Damaged sections will leak stormlight. While enough leaks will deplete the gemstones and cause the armor to lock up, individual leaks, even large ones, will eventually "seal over" on their own, preventing further loss of stormlight, even if the damage hasn't fully healed yet.{{book ref|sa1|15}}.

Strength and speed are also greatly increased by Shardplate. It provides the ability to jump great distances,{{book ref|sa1|26}}, heave objects of great weight, and run at high speeds. The strength that is granted by Shardplate is such that Dalinar Kholin was able to catch a chasmfiend's swinging foreclaw, and hold the creature at bay long enough for Adolin to further weaken it.{{cite}} The extra support of Shardplate can assist the wearer in overcoming physical injuries that might otherwise leave him or her incapacitated.{{book ref|sa2|i|4}} Wearing Shardplate requires extensive training to control this strength without damaging everyday objects.{{book ref|sa1|12}}{{book ref|sa2|44}}

As the technology used to create Shardplate has been lost, a limited number of suits exist. The only way to acquire a set of Shardplate is from another person. This can be done through battlefield combat, by dueling,{{book ref|sa2|5}}, by borrowing it from the owner or by inheritance.{{book ref|sa1|12}}. It is common for Shardbearers to loan their Plate to others. Even the King's own shardplate can be borrowed at a heavy price.{{book ref|sa1|58}}

Although incredibly strong, Shardplate is not invincible. Repeated impacts to the same areas can cause that piece of the armor to crack and leak Stormlight,{{book ref|sa1|65}}, depleting it at a higher rate.{{book ref|sa1|68}} Once the Stormlight is exhausted, the armor will "freeze up" and be rendered immobile.{{book ref|sa1|56}}