armorbearer

Armorbearer is a fantasy concept and term used primarily in role-playing games, such as Dungeons & Dragons. In these games, an armorbearer is a character that carries a weighted suit of armor, often called a suit or a set, which grants special abilities and bonuses to the wearer.

One of the primary functions of an armorbearer is to provide a "suit" to the character, allowing them to access magical and physical benefits associated with the armor. This can include improved strength, increased defense, and enhanced magical abilities. The armorbearer typically carries the suit and can hand it to another character, who must then put it on in order to take advantage of its benefits.

Armorbearers often have specific responsibilities within a party or group, such as carrying the weight of the armor, managing its distribution, and ensuring its safekeeping. This can lead to interesting plot developments and character interactions, as the armorbearer may find themselves at the center of strategic decisions regarding the distribution of the armor.

Armorbearers can be summoned, hired, or trained for their role, and their character is often specialized for this purpose. Some characters may have a special affinity for armorbearing, granting them unique abilities or bonuses when carrying or wearing a suit. The armorbearer concept can be seen as a way to allow multiple characters to share a powerful and valuable resource, while also providing opportunities for gameplay and storytelling.