Knight armor for LARP: heraldic, floral, and imperial polyurethane plate from our workshop. Breastplates, helmets, pauldrons, tassets, greaves, and full sets for every kind of knight, from royal champion to sworn sword. Lightweight, safe for LARP combat, and free to recolor.
Every piece is cast, painted and assembled by hand in our workshop.
A knight is recognized from across the field by two things: plate armor and heraldry. The breastplate carries the symbol of the house or order, the helmet sets the era and the mood, and matching pauldrons, tassets, and greaves complete the silhouette that every player knows from stories, films, and games. A knight without a coat of arms is just a soldier in metal; a knight without plate is a noble in a tunic.
In LARP, knight armor has one more job: it must be wearable all day. A knight marches, fights, kneels for an oath, sits at the feast, and stands guard at night. That is why our knight armor is cast from polyurethane resin reinforced with fiberglass. It keeps the sculpted look of ornate plate, but it is light enough for a full weekend of play.
Lion Knight. The classic heroic knight. Heraldic lions, fleur-de-lis, and royal ornament on every piece, from the Lion Knight Helmet to the Lion Knight Breastplate. Choose the Lion Armor Full Set or build it piece by piece. Best for royal champions, knights of the realm, and paladins.
Flower Knight. A courtly, romantic knight. Layered floral motifs and curved leaf-like details give a graceful look, with two helmet options: the Flower Knight Morion Helmet and the Flower Knight Sallet Helmet. The Flower Knight Full Set is our most complete knight set.
Empire Armor. An imperial knight with a sculpted griffin and a radiant sun in black and gold. The Empire Armor Full Set suits knights of an empire, imperial guards, and heraldic champions.
Empire Commander. A knight-commander with heraldic bulls, rope-like trim, and ornamental borders. The Empire Commander Full Set includes a pauldron with a bladebreaker and vambraces with hand guards, made for leaders who stand in the front line.
Single pieces for any knight. The Infantry Armor Sallet Helmet gives a clean late medieval silhouette. Crownleaf Tassets add a noble touch to almost any breastplate. Shield rondels finish the look: the Plain Heraldic Shield Rondel, the Braided Shield Rondel, and the Cross Shield Rondel.
Or choose a full armor set. Ready sets always cost less than the same pieces bought separately, and a coupon or promo code also applies to the set price.
A knight is known by his colors. Every piece in this collection is painted by hand with acrylic, oil paints, and dry pigments, and sealed with several layers of lacquer in a matte, satin, or gloss finish. Repainting in the colors of your house or order is free. The Plain Heraldic Shield Rondel is made as a base for your own coat of arms: a simple design is painted free of charge, and for a complex one, write to us first. Bigger changes, such as new ornaments, are possible as a custom order.
A full steel harness can weigh 20 kg or more. Our polyurethane plate looks like ornate metal but weighs a fraction of that; for example, the Flower Knight Full Set weighs about 7.1 kg / 15.7 lbs. It does not rust, rain is not a problem, and it does not crack in frost. Most of our customers want to feel comfortable and still look epic, and that is exactly what this material is for.
Our armor is made in a standard size with adjustable genuine leather straps and fits most adults. Check the Size Guide on each product page and measure yourself over the gambeson you will wear, because thick layers change the fit. If you need a different size, write to us and we will find a compromise solution; size changes may cost extra.
Every piece is made to order in our workshop in Ukraine. Production and dispatch usually take 7–21 business days. Custom orders may take longer, and we agree the timeline with you by email at info@larpshopkeeper.com. We ship worldwide; details are in our Shipping Policy.
Polyurethane armor needs very little care. After an event, wipe it with a damp cloth, then with a dry one, and let every piece dry. Do not use alcohol or solvents, because they damage the lacquer. The straps are fixed with screws, and spare screws come in every parcel, so a worn strap is easy to replace. Full instructions are in our Armor Maintenance guide.
Knighthood took shape in Western Europe in the 11th century, when mounted warriors in mail became the elite of medieval armies. Over the next centuries the knight changed from a fighter into a social rank with its own code of conduct, ceremonies, and duties. Coats of arms appeared on shields in the 12th century, so that a knight could be recognized when his face was hidden by a helmet. By the early 15th century, the best equipped knights wore a full harness of plate from head to foot, and that image of shining plate is the one most players think of today.
Not every knight was a lord. A knight bachelor fought under another man's banner, while a knight banneret had the right to lead his own company under a square banner. For LARP, that gives you a natural ladder of ranks and costumes, from a young knight with a few pieces of plate to a commander in a full harness.
| Rank | Pieces | Look |
|---|---|---|
| Squire or young knight | Infantry Armor Sallet Helmet, a breastplate, and a heraldic rondel over a gambeson | Light and practical, ready to earn the spurs |
| Knight | Breastplate, pauldrons, bracers, and tassets from one line, plus a helmet | A complete fighting knight |
| Knight commander | A full set: Lion Armor, Flower Knight, or Empire Commander | Full plate from head to shins, a leader on the field |
All pieces of one line are made to work together, so a squire can grow into a commander one piece at a time.
A knight can be dressed for two very different moments. For a tournament, feast, or court scene, choose bright colors, a tabard with your arms, polished finishes, and an open face so that people see who you are. For the battlefield, go darker and more practical: weathered paint, a closed or half-closed helmet, and fewer loose textiles. Many players own one set of armor and change only the textiles and the finish of the paint between these two looks. Repainting is free, so you can order your armor in the finish that fits your favorite scenes.
A knightly order or a noble household looks strongest in matching colors and heraldry. We accept group orders and offer discounts for LARP teams and organizers, and we can paint every piece in the colors of your house. Write to info@larpshopkeeper.com with the number of players and the pieces you need.
All our knight armor is designed in our own workshop. We do not copy designs from games, films, or books. Our lines are inspired by medieval and Renaissance armor and by the fantasy genre as a whole, so your knight is your own character. For your own coat of arms or a new design, see Custom LARP Armor.
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At minimum a breastplate and a helmet. A complete knight adds pauldrons, bracers, tassets, and greaves, worn over a gambeson.
The Lion Armor Full Set for a heroic or royal knight, the Flower Knight Full Set for a courtly knight, and the Empire Commander Full Set for a knight-commander.
Yes. Color changes are free, and you can choose a matte, satin, or gloss finish.
Yes. A simple design is free. For a complex coat of arms, write to us first and we will advise you.
No. A full steel harness can weigh 20 kg or more, while our Flower Knight Full Set weighs about 7.1 kg / 15.7 lbs.
Yes. It is made for LARP combat with LARP-safe weapons. Always check the armor rules of your event.
Most of our breastplates are front plates. The Flower Maiden Body Armor includes a backplate as standard.
With straps to the cuirass, or tied to a gambeson with laces in the historical way. We send both attachment options.
Open helmets give a wide view. Closed helmets, such as a sallet with a visor, can limit the view a little. All our helmets have soft padding.
A gambeson or a padded tunic. It protects you, keeps the armor in place, and makes long days more comfortable.
Yes. Ready sets always cost less than the same pieces bought separately, and coupons apply to sets too.
Production and dispatch usually take 7–21 business days. Custom orders may take longer.
