# Barrier Tattoo (AC 18) > [!info] Item Details > | | | > |---|---| > | **Category** | Wondrous Items | > | **Rarity** | Very Rare | > | **Attunement** | Yes | > | **Source** | TCoE p.120 | --- ## Description Produced by a special needle, this tattoo depicts protective imagery and uses magic to harden the skin beneath it. While the tattoo is on your skin and you are not wearing armor, the tattoo grants you an Armor Class of 18. This AC doesn't change based on Dexterity. --- ## Properties - While worn and **not wearing armor**: sets **AC to 18** (does not change with Dexterity). - Equivalent to wearing full plate armor. - Requires attunement.