Superior Mage Armor

Superior Mage Armor
Ritual Rank 8 [Ward]
Prerequisites: Eldritch Rank 8
Potency: 40
Components: Diamond Dust [Value: 300 gp]
Focus: Diamond Encrusted Leather Belt [Value: 2500 gp]
Cost: 5 Resolve Allocation
Prep Time: 2 Hours
Cast Time: 1 phase
Duration: Until dismissed, dispelled, or disrupted.
Target: You
Effect: You sprinkle diamond dust over the belt while allowing the leather of the belt to warm slowly under the bright sun or over an open fire for about two hours. When you put on the belt and speak the incantation, you become surrounded by a magical field of force which increases your defense against physical attacks. While wearing the belt, you gain a +3/+10 Armor Bonus to AC. If the belt is removed, the effects of the ritual cease until the belt is put back on.