Resident Evil 4: How to Obtain the Body Armor and its Effects
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Discover Body Armor in Resident Evil 4 Remake! Our guide covers its effects, durability, repair options, and how to acquire it.
Effects of Body Armor
Damage Absorption
Body armor serves as protective gear that partially absorbs incoming damage. When equipped, an armor icon appears next to your health bar. This icon has a durability gauge that will absorb a set amount of damage until it's depleted.
Durability Limit
Once the armor's durability gauge reaches zero, the armor will break. However, you don't need to buy a new set; you can repair it at the Merchant's location to continue using it.
Repairing Body Armor
Fix it at the Merchant's Location
You can repair your broken body armor at the Merchant's location, similar to how you would repair a knife. It's advisable to repair your armor before it completely breaks, especially before reaching the Merchant's area.
Reduce Repair Costs with Charms
| Item | Rarity/Effect |
|---|---|
Ada Wong |
【Rarity】Rare30% off body armor repairs |
The Ada Wong charm, obtainable from the Token Machine, offers a 30% discount on body armor repair costs. Given that repair costs can be quite high depending on the game's difficulty, using the "Ada" charm is recommended to save money.
| List of Charm Effects |
| How to Obtain Tokens and Use the Token Machine |
How to Acquire Body Armor
Available After Chapter 8
Body armor becomes available for purchase from the Merchant after completing Chapter 8. It's a good idea to save up for it, as it can be a valuable asset for various strategies, not just for no-damage runs.
| Chapter 8: Walkthrough Chart |
| Merchant Guide |
Upgrading Body Armor
No Upgrades Available
Body armor can't be upgraded; it can only be repaired. If you're looking to further reduce incoming damage, aim to acquire the "Chicken Hat" costume, which significantly lowers the damage you take.
| How to Obtain the Chicken Hat and its Effect |
