Discover the best Heavy Armors in Bravely Default! Learn about their stats, costs, and which jobs benefit most from their high Physical Defense.
Heavy Armors are your go-to for boosting Physical Defense in Bravely Default, offering more protection than Helms and even Shields. However, not every job can make the most of them – about half the jobs have low Armor aptitudes, making these heavy hitters a poor choice for them. Beyond the raw defense boost, these armors don't offer much else, so choose wisely based on your job's capabilities.
Here's a look at the Heavy Armors available:
| Item | P.DEF | M.DEF | Purchasing | Special Effect |
| Leather Armor | 4 | 1 | 120 | None |
| Bronze Armor | 8 | 2 | 250 | None |
| Iron Armor | 12 | 3 | 500 | None |
| Mythril Armor | 18 | 4 | 1000 | None |
| Yggdrasil Armor | 24 | 6 | 2000 | None |
| Orichalcum Mail | 30 | 7 | 5000 | None |
| Adamant Armor | 36 | 9 | 15000 | None |
| Genji Armor | 42 | 10 | - | None |
| Heike Armor | 46 | 11 | 99999 | None |
| Crystal Mail | 50 | 12 | - | None |
Tips
- Consider your job's Armor aptitude before equipping Heavy Armor. A job with low aptitude won't benefit as much from the high P.DEF.
- The most expensive armors, like Heike Armor at 99,999 Gil, offer the highest defense but might not be worth the investment for all party members.
- Some high-tier armors like Genji Armor and Crystal Mail don't have a listed purchase price, suggesting they might be found as drops or in treasure chests.
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