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| − | The Elite Armor is a class of prestige armor art. There is an Elite armor art version for almost every armor art type; the only armor art types that ''don't'' have an Elite version are the "beginner" types of [[Ascalon armor|Ascalon]], [[Krytan armor|Krytan]], [[Tyrian armor|Tyrian]], [[Shing Jea armor|Shing Jea]], and [[Seitung Armor|Seitung]]; or other prestige armor art like [[Obsidian armor|Obsidian]]. As with all prestige armor arts, it's only available as [[level 20 armor]]. |
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| + | [[Elite armor]], also referred to as '''ascended armor''', '''15k armor''', or '''prestige armor''', is a classification of armor art types characterized by a high material cost. |
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| − | The look of the Elite art is usually very similar to the standard art 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 Elite art does not look like the standard art at all. |
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| + | All elite armor costs between {{Cost|5|0}} and {{Cost|15|0}} per piece and requires more common and rare [[crafting material]]s than standard armor. It is usually available only towards the end of a campaign and often requires the character to complete special tasks to get it, like traveling to a remote outpost on the map, completing quests, or gaining local [[Reputation]] or [[Faction]] points. |
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| − | Also keep in mind that Elite armor has max stats, and is no different than any other maxed armor. The only reasons for buying Elite armor are for looks, reputation, and the ability to put it up in the Hall of Monuments. |
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| + | All elite armor is only available at the [[Armor (rating)#Profession_specific_armor|maximum armor rating]] for the specific profession. |
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| − | For the individual pages on all the types of Elite Armor, see [[:Category:Elite armor]]. |
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| + | Many elite armor types have a standard armor counterpart. The look of the elite art is usually very similar to its standard counterpart, but with much finer detail or more dazzling colors. There are a few cases where the elite art does not look like the standard art at all, such as the female [[Necromancer Sunspear armor]] and [[Necromancer Elite Sunspear armor]]. Because of the better looks and high cost, elite armor is highly desired as a status symbol by many players. Keep in mind that elite armor is not ''functionally'' different from any other maximum-rating armor. |
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| + | [[Obsidian armor]] is usually distinguished from other elite armor due to its extremely high material costs. This is, by far, the most expensive armor in Guild Wars. It is also the only [[core]] elite armor. |
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| − | === Prophecies Campaign === |
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| − | Elite armor for the core armor types of core professions are crafted by the following |
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| − | *[[Hagen]] at [[The Granite Citadel]]. |
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| + | All elite armor sets can be displayed on the [[Monument of Resilience]]. Individual elite armor pieces, either the profession-specific [[Deldrimor armor]] pieces or any [[Common armor]] pieces, cannot be displayed. |
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| − | *[[Elite Kurzick armor]] may be found at [[Vasburg Armory]] crafted by [[Giygas]]. |
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| − | *[[Elite Exotic armor]] may be found in the [[Divine Path]] crafted by [[Wei Qi]] (Assassin and Ritualist only). |
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| − | *[[Elite Imperial armor]] may be found in the [[Divine Path]] crafted by [[Maiya]] (Assassin and Ritualist only). |
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| + | For a complete listing of all the types of elite armor, see [[:Category:Elite armor]]. For more organized lists of ''all'' armor sets sorted by various criteria, see [[Armor types]]. |
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| − | === Nightfall Campaign === |
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| − | *[[Elite Sunspear armor]] can be crafted at the [[Command Post]] by [[Ahamid]] after completing [[Building the Base: Prisoners of War]]. (all core and Nightfall professions) |
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| − | *[[Vabbian armor]] can be crafted at the [[The Kodash Bazaar]] by [[Mateneh]] (also available for Assassins and Ritualists). (all professions) |
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| − | *[[Primeval armor]] can be crafted at the [[Throne of Secrets]] by [[Keeper_of_Armor|Keeper of Armor]] after completing the final mission in the Nightfall campaign. (all core and Nightfall professions) |
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| − | Alternate [[hero armor]] is available from the following [[hero armor crafter]]s: [[Bahldasareh]] in [[Dajkah Inlet (Location)|Dajkah Inlet]], [[Johe]] in [[Remains of Sahlahja (Location)|Remains of Sahlahja]], [[Mureh]] in [[The Shadow Nexus (Location)|The Shadow Nexus]] and [[Armorsmith of Whispers]] in [[Gate of Anguish]]. |
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+ | === Prophecies campaign === |
| + | Prophecies elite armor is available for the 6 core professions only. It is crafted by the following [[armor crafter]]s, each of whom can craft two or three sets, depending on profession: |
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| − | Alternate [[hero armor]] is available from the following [[hero armor crafter]]s: [[Gunnar Poundfist]] in [[Gunnar's Hold]] and [[Master Armorer Kor]] in [[Central Transfer Chamber]]. |
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| + | *[[Elite Kurzick armor]], crafted by [[Giygas]] in [[Vasburg Armory]] |
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| + | *[[Elite Exotic armor]], crafted by [[Wei Qi]] in [[Divine Path]]<sup>1,2</sup> |
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| + | *[[Elite Imperial armor]], crafted by [[Maiya]] in [[Divine Path]]<sup>1,2</sup> |
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| + | :<sup>1</sup>The Divine Path area is only accessible by completing the [[Imperial Sanctum (mission)|Imperial Sanctum]] mission. |
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+ | === Nightfall campaign === |
| + | Nightfall elite armor is available for all core and Nightfall professions unless otherwise specified: |
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| + | *[[Elite Sunspear armor]], crafted by [[Ahamid]] in [[Command Post]]<sup>1</sup> |
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| + | *[[Vabbian armor]], crafted by [[Mateneh]] in [[The Kodash Bazaar]]<sup>2</sup> |
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| + | *[[Primeval armor]], crafted by [[Keeper of Armor]] in the [[Throne of Secrets]]<sup>3</sup> |
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| + | :<sup>1</sup>Ahamid only appears after completing the quest [[Building the Base: Prisoners of War]]. |
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| − | ==== Core ==== |
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| + | :<sup>2</sup>Also available for Factions professions. |
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| − | * [[Obsidian armor]] can be crafted in the [[Fissure of Woe]] by the [[Eternal Forgemaster]]. (all professions) |
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| + | :<sup>3</sup>The Throne of Secrets area is only accessible by completing the [[Abaddon's Gate (mission)|Abaddon's Gate]] mission. |
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| + | === Eye of the North expansion === |
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| + | Eye of the North elite armor is available for all professions unless otherwise specified. The character must be rank 5 in the respective reputation title track: |
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| + | * [[Asuran armor]], crafted in [[Rata Sum]] by [[Klub]] |
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| + | * [[Warrior Silver Eagle armor]] and [[Deldrimor armor]], crafted in the [[Central Transfer Chamber]] by [[Gobrech Stonefoot]]<sup>1</sup> |
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| + | :<sup>1</sup>Warrior Silver Eagle armor is only available for warriors. |
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+ | === Core === |
| + | * [[Obsidian armor]], crafted by the [[Eternal Forgemaster]] in the [[Fissure of Woe]]. It is available for all professions and is accessible from all three campaigns. |
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| − | * In the older game update notes, elite armor was referred to as "ascended armor" |
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+ | [[Category:Armor by prestige]] [[Category:Glossary]] |
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Latest revision as of 15:27, 2 April 2010
Description[ | ]
Elite armor, also referred to as ascended armor, 15k armor, or prestige armor, is a classification of armor art types characterized by a high material cost.
All elite armor costs between 5 
and 15 per piece and requires more common and rare crafting materials than standard armor. It is usually available only towards the end of a campaign and often requires the character to complete special tasks to get it, like traveling to a remote outpost on the map, completing quests, or gaining local Reputation or Faction points.
All elite armor is only available at the maximum armor rating for the specific profession.
Many elite armor types have a standard armor counterpart. The look of the elite art is usually very similar to its standard counterpart, but with much finer detail or more dazzling colors. There are a few cases where the elite art does not look like the standard art at all, such as the female Necromancer Sunspear armor and Necromancer Elite Sunspear armor. Because of the better looks and high cost, elite armor is highly desired as a status symbol by many players. Keep in mind that elite armor is not functionally different from any other maximum-rating armor.
Obsidian armor is usually distinguished from other elite armor due to its extremely high material costs. This is, by far, the most expensive armor in Guild Wars. It is also the only core elite armor.
All elite armor sets can be displayed on the Monument of Resilience. Individual elite armor pieces, either the profession-specific Deldrimor armor pieces or any Common armor pieces, cannot be displayed.
For a complete listing of all the types of elite armor, see Category:Elite armor. For more organized lists of all armor sets sorted by various criteria, see Armor types.
Where to get it[ | ]
Prophecies campaign[ | ]
Prophecies elite armor is available for the 6 core professions only. It is crafted by the following armor crafters, each of whom can craft two or three sets, depending on profession:
Faction campaign[ | ]
Factions elite armor is available for all core and Factions professions unless otherwise specified:
- Elite Luxon armor, crafted by Mikolas in Leviathan Pits
- Elite Kurzick armor, crafted by Giygas in Vasburg Armory
- Elite Canthan armor, crafted by Koumei in Divine Path1
- Elite Exotic armor, crafted by Wei Qi in Divine Path1,2
- Elite Imperial armor, crafted by Maiya in Divine Path1,2
- 1The Divine Path area is only accessible by completing the Imperial Sanctum mission.
- 2Only available for Factions professions.
Nightfall campaign[ | ]
Nightfall elite armor is available for all core and Nightfall professions unless otherwise specified:
- Elite Sunspear armor, crafted by Ahamid in Command Post1
- Vabbian armor, crafted by Mateneh in The Kodash Bazaar2
- Ancient armor, crafted by Palmod in Bone Palace2
- Primeval armor, crafted by Keeper of Armor in the Throne of Secrets3
- 1Ahamid only appears after completing the quest Building the Base: Prisoners of War.
- 2Also available for Factions professions.
- 3The Throne of Secrets area is only accessible by completing the Abaddon's Gate mission.
Eye of the North expansion[ | ]
Eye of the North elite armor is available for all professions unless otherwise specified. The character must be rank 5 in the respective reputation title track:
- Asuran armor, crafted in Rata Sum by Klub
- Monument armor, crafted in Eye of the North (outpost) by Brett
- Norn armor, crafted in Gunnar's Hold by Radi
- Warrior Silver Eagle armor and Deldrimor armor, crafted in the Central Transfer Chamber by Gobrech Stonefoot1
- 1Warrior Silver Eagle armor is only available for warriors.
Core[ | ]
- Obsidian armor, crafted by the Eternal Forgemaster in the Fissure of Woe. It is available for all professions and is accessible from all three campaigns.