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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}} and, because it conforms to the shape of its wearer, 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. 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 Radients 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|
== Abilities ==
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.
Strength and speed are also greatly increased by Shardplate. It provides the ability to jump
The Shardplate helmet has a face shield with a horizontal eye slit for visibility. When lowered, the shield becomes opaque to the wearer. Visibility through the eye slit is clear but peripheral vision is likened to looking through dirty glass.{{book ref|sa1|13}} In some instances, the face shield can adapt to protect the wearer's vision from the brightness of a lightning strike.
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, 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.
Because of it's weight, assistance is required to don Shardplate. The Shardbearer often has a team of armorers to assist with putting the armor on. The armor must be applied from the ground up starting with the sabatons or the wearer would be unable to support it's weight.{{book ref|sa1|26}} Regular clothing, boots, and additional padding are worn underneath the Plate. When applied, each individual piece of Shardplate tightens to fit itself to the contours of the wearer. {{book ref|sa1|26}}
Removal of Shardplate is done in pieces as the wearer mentally commands each section to release and fall away. Damaged sections can be shed during battle.
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