# Ring Mail > [!info] Item Details > | | | > |---|---| > | **Category** | Armor — Heavy | > | **Cost** | 30 gp | > | **Armor Class** | 14 | > | **Strength Requirement** | — | > | **Stealth** | ⚠️ Disadvantage | > | **Weight** | 40 lb. | > | **Proficiency** | Heavy Armor | --- ## Description Ring mail is leather armor with heavy rings sewn into it. The rings help reinforce the armor against blows from swords and axes. Ring mail is inferior to chain mail, and it's usually worn only by those who can't afford better armor. --- ## Properties - Grants a flat **AC of 14** regardless of Dexterity modifier. - Imposes **disadvantage** on Dexterity (Stealth) checks. - Has **no Strength requirement**. - Requires **Heavy Armor** proficiency to wear without penalty.