15k Armor

Description
15k Armor refers to a certain class of armor arts that (usually) costs 15 per piece to craft (the exceptions being Ascetic's Armor and Scar Pattern Armor, which only cost 8 platinum per piece).

Typically, the usage of this term strictly corresponds to the category of armor art officially called "Ascended Armor" by ArenaNet. The Obsidian Armor art, while also (usually) costing 15 a piece (again except the Ascetic's and Scar Pattern), is usually not considered part of the "15k Armor" family.

The look of 15k armor is usually very similar to the standard armor of the same type, but with much finer detail or more dazzling colors. Because of the better looks, this armor is highly desired as a status symbol by many players. There are, however, a few cases where the 15k armor does not look like the standard armor at all.

The stats on 15k armor are always level 20 armor; this armor provides no additional benefit in combat. However, it is often easier to find pickup groups if you wear 15k armor, as it distinguishes you from the crowd.

For the individual pages on all the types of 15k armor, see the 15k armor category.

Where to get it

 * Prophecies 15k armor must be crafted by Hagen at The Granite Citadel or by Karl at Marhan's Grotto.


 * Canthan 15k armor must be crafted by Shichiroji in Divine Path at the end of the game.
 * Luxon 15k armor may be found at Leviathon Pits crafted by Mikolas.
 * Kurzick 15k armor may be found at Vasburg Armory crafted by Giygas.

Other types of elite armor
Fissure Armor has the same gold cost as 15k armor, but also requires large amounts of Globs of Ectoplasm and Obsidian Shards. These armors have a distinct look that differs from all other types of armor in the game. Further, because the components are extremely rare, and because a full suit of the armor requires plenty of the components, a full suit of Fissure armor is perhaps the most elite status symbol in the game.


 * see also Category:15k Armor for a list of all 15k armor