The Forge All Armors & Crafting Guide (January 2026) All 18 Types

Looking to dominate The Forge with unbeatable defenses? I’ve spent countless hours testing every armor combination in this incredible Roblox RPG, and I’m excited to share everything you need to know about crafting the perfect protective gear. Whether you’re just starting your forging journey or hunting for that legendary Dark Knight set, this comprehensive guide covers all 18 armor pieces, proven crafting recipes, and insider tips that will transform you into an unstoppable force.

The Forge All Armors Overview

Armor in The Forge isn’t just about looking cool—it’s the difference between surviving brutal boss fights and respawning at the checkpoint. The game features a sophisticated three-tier armor system with 18 unique pieces spread across Light, Medium, and Heavy classes. Each armor class offers distinct advantages, from the lightning-fast mobility of Light armor to the fortress-like protection of Heavy variants. Understanding these differences is crucial for optimizing your build and dominating every challenge the game throws at you.

Armor Class	Total Pieces	Health Boost Range	Movement Speed	Best For
Light	3 pieces	3.75% – 5%	Fastest	Speed farming, dodging
Medium	9 pieces	6.25% – 15%	Balanced	Versatile gameplay
Heavy	9 pieces	12.5% – 35%	Slowest	Tank builds, boss fights

The beauty of The Forge’s armor system lies in its flexibility. You can mix and match pieces from different classes to create hybrid builds that perfectly suit your playstyle. Want maximum protection for your torso but faster movement? Combine a Heavy chestplate with Light leggings. The possibilities are nearly endless, and experimenting with different combinations is half the fun.

Complete List of All Armors in The Forge

Light Armor – Speed and Agility

Light armor is your go-to choice when speed matters more than raw protection. These pieces require minimal ore investment (just 3-10 ores per piece) and are perfect for early-game progression, farming runs, and players who prefer a hit-and-run combat style.

Armor Name	Health Boost	Base Selling Price	Craft Chance	Optimal Ores Required
Light Helmet	+3.75%	65 gold	100% (1/1)	3 ores
Light Chestplate	+5%	225 gold	100% (1/1)	8 ores
Light Leggings	+4.375%	112.5 gold	100% (1/1)	10 ores

Total Set Bonus: +13.125% Health, minimal movement penalty

Light armor shines in situations where mobility is paramount. I’ve found it especially effective for farming rare ores in the Volcanic Depths, where you need to dodge environmental hazards while mining. The low ore requirement also makes it incredibly accessible—you can craft a complete Light set within your first hour of gameplay using basic materials like Copper, Iron, or even Stone.

Medium Armor – The Balanced Choice

Medium armor strikes the perfect balance between protection and mobility, making it the most popular choice among experienced players. This category includes three distinct variants: standard Medium, Samurai, and the newly added Vikings armor. Each variant offers progressively better stats but comes with decreased drop chances.

Standard Medium Armor

Armor Name	Health Boost	Base Selling Price	Craft Chance	Optimal Ores Required
Medium Helmet	+6.25%	335 gold	100% (1/1)	13 ores (60% probability)
Medium Chestplate	+8.75%	850 gold	100% (1/1)	17 ores (57% probability)
Medium Leggings	+7.5%	485 gold	100% (1/1)	21 ores (63% probability)

Total Set Bonus: +22.5% Health

Samurai Armor – Enhanced Medium Variant

The Samurai set is widely considered the best mid-game armor, offering significantly higher health boosts than standard Medium armor. However, each piece only has a 50% chance to forge successfully, even with the optimal ore count.

Armor Name	Health Boost	Base Selling Price	Craft Chance	Optimal Ores Required
Samurai Helmet	+8%	335 gold	50% (1/2)	13 ores (60% probability)
Samurai Chestplate	+12.75%	850 gold	50% (1/2)	17 ores (57% probability)
Samurai Leggings	+9%	485 gold	50% (1/2)	21 ores (63% probability)

Total Set Bonus: +29.75% Health

When I first crafted my Samurai set, it took me 7 attempts to get the chestplate alone. The RNG can be frustrating, but the stat increase is absolutely worth the effort. The Samurai armor provides roughly 30% more health than standard Medium armor, making it perfect for tackling mid-game bosses and exploring the Forgotten Kingdom.

Vikings Armor – Rare Medium Variant (Winter Update)

The Vikings armor set was introduced in the Winter Expansion Part 1 and represents the rarest Medium armor variant with only a 25% craft chance per piece.

Armor Name	Health Boost	Base Selling Price	Craft Chance	Optimal Ores Required
Vikings Helmet	+10%	335 gold	25% (1/4)	13 ores (60% probability)
Vikings Chestplate	+15%	850 gold	25% (1/4)	17 ores (57% probability)
Vikings Leggings	+11%	485 gold	25% (1/4)	21 ores (63% probability)

Total Set Bonus: +36% Health

The Vikings set offers the highest health bonus of any Medium armor, rivaling even some Heavy armor pieces. However, the 25% craft chance means you’ll need patience and plenty of ores. I recommend attempting this set only after you’ve secured a reliable ore farming method and have upgraded to at least a Mythril Pickaxe.

Heavy Armor – Maximum Protection

Heavy armor is for players who want to become an immovable object on the battlefield. These pieces require substantial ore investments (30-70 ores per piece) and significantly reduce movement speed, but the defensive benefits are unmatched.

Knight Armor – Standard Heavy Variant

Armor Name	Health Boost	Base Selling Price	Craft Chance	Optimal Ores Required
Knight Helmet	+12.5%	1,020 gold	100% (1/1)	26 ores (51% probability)
Knight Chestplate	+16.25%	1,355 gold	100% (1/1)	70 ores (88% probability)
Knight Leggings	+13.75%	1,200 gold	100% (1/1)	31 ores (46% probability)

Total Set Bonus: +42.5% Health

Knight armor serves as your entry point into Heavy armor crafting. While it requires significant resources, the 100% craft chance means your investment won’t go to waste. This set is perfect for players transitioning from Medium armor who want more survivability without dealing with RNG.

Dark Knight Armor – Enhanced Heavy Variant

The Dark Knight set is the crown jewel of Heavy armor, offering the highest guaranteed health bonuses in the game before the Winter Update. With a 50% craft chance, it’s challenging to obtain but absolutely devastating when paired with the right ores.

Armor Name	Health Boost	Base Selling Price	Craft Chance	Optimal Ores Required
Dark Knight Helmet	+18.75%	1,020 gold	50% (1/2)	26 ores (51% probability)
Dark Knight Chestplate	+25%	1,355 gold	50% (1/2)	70 ores (88% probability)
Dark Knight Leggings	+21.875%	1,200 gold	50% (1/2)	31 ores (46% probability)

Total Set Bonus: +65.625% Health

I’ve been running the Dark Knight set as my main armor for weeks, and it’s transformed my gameplay experience. Boss fights that used to be nail-biting become manageable, and I can tank hits that would’ve one-shot me in Medium armor. The key is using Darkryte ore (15% dodge chance) and Demonite (burn effect) to activate powerful defensive traits that complement the massive health pool.

Wolf Armor – Legendary Heavy Variant (Winter Update)

The Wolf armor set is the rarest and most powerful armor in The Forge, introduced in the Winter Expansion. With only a 25% craft chance per piece and the highest health bonuses in the game, this is the ultimate end-game goal.

Armor Name	Health Boost	Base Selling Price	Craft Chance	Optimal Ores Required
Wolf Helmet	+25%	1,020 gold	25% (1/4)	26 ores (51% probability)
Wolf Chestplate	+35%	1,355 gold	25% (1/4)	70 ores (88% probability)
Wolf Leggings	+28%	1,200 gold	25% (1/4)	31 ores (46% probability)

Total Set Bonus: +88% Health

The Wolf set nearly doubles your base health, making you virtually unkillable in most combat scenarios. However, obtaining a complete set can take weeks of dedicated farming. The 25% craft chance combined with the massive ore requirements means you’ll need to be at end-game with access to the rarest ores and best pickaxes.

How to Craft Armor in The Forge – Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Crafting armor in The Forge follows the same forging process as weapons, but with some key differences in ore requirements and minigame mechanics. Here’s my comprehensive walkthrough of the entire crafting process, refined through hundreds of successful forges.

Step 1: Reach the Forging Station

You have two forging station options in The Forge:

Stonewake’s Cross Forge: Available from the start of the game, located near the potion seller. This forge can craft all Light armor and standard Medium armor pieces.

Forgotten Kingdom Forge: Unlocked after reaching level 10 and completing initial quests. This forge is required for crafting Samurai, Knights, Dark Knight, and Vikings armor variants. It’s also where you’ll craft Heavy armor pieces.

I always recommend using the Forgotten Kingdom forge once it’s available. The area is less crowded, and having all forging options in one location streamlines the crafting process significantly.

Step 2: Gather Your Ores

Before you start forging, you need to mine the right ores. The type and quantity of ores determine three critical factors:

1. Armor Class: 3-10 ores typically result in Light armor, 10-30 ores yield Medium armor, and 30-70 ores create Heavy armor
2. Armor Stats: Higher rarity ores (Epic, Legendary, Mythical) provide better base stats and multipliers
3. Special Traits: Certain ores grant passive abilities like burn damage, dodge chance, or movement speed boosts

Here’s my quick reference for ore requirements by armor class:

• Light Armor: 3-10 ores (Copper, Iron, Stone work fine)
• Medium Armor: 10-30 ores (aim for 13-21 ores for specific pieces)
• Heavy Armor: 30-70 ores (70 ores required for chestplate)

Step 3: Open the Forging Menu

Walk up to the forge and press the E key (or tap the interact button on mobile) to open the forging interface. You’ll see two tabs at the bottom of the screen: Weapons and Armor. Select the Armor tab to begin armor crafting.

Step 4: Select Your Ores

Click on the ore types in your inventory that you want to use for crafting. The game will show you the total number of ores selected. Based on this number, you’ll see a probability indicator showing your chances of forging specific armor types.

Pro Tip: The optimal ore counts listed in my armor tables above give you the HIGHEST probability of crafting specific pieces, but they’re not guaranteed. For example, using 17 ores gives you a 57% chance of crafting a Medium Chestplate, but you might still get a different piece.

Once you’ve selected your ores, click the Forge button to begin the minigame sequence.

Step 5: Complete the Smelting Minigame

The first minigame tests your clicking endurance. You’ll see a pump on the left side of the screen and a progress bar on the right.

How to Win:

1. Click and hold the left mouse button on the pump
2. Move your mouse up and down repeatedly (like pumping bellows)
3. Keep pumping until the green bar on the right fills completely
4. The faster you pump, the quicker you’ll complete this phase

This minigame is purely about speed and stamina. I recommend using your whole arm for the pumping motion rather than just your wrist—it prevents strain during marathon forging sessions.

Step 6: Complete the Pouring Minigame

The second minigame tests your precision and timing. A vertical bar appears on the right side with a yellow target zone, and a needle that moves up and down.

How to Win:

1. Hold the left mouse button to make the needle rise
2. Release to let the needle fall
3. Keep the needle inside the yellow zone
4. A white progress bar at the bottom fills as you maintain correct position
5. Fill the progress bar completely to succeed

The key here is making small, controlled movements. Don’t overcompensate—if the needle is slightly above the yellow zone, tap the mouse button briefly instead of holding it. This minigame becomes second nature after a few attempts.

Step 7: Complete the Hammering Minigame

The third minigame is a simple clicking test where you reveal the armor’s shape by hammering the mold.

How to Win:

1. Click rapidly on the screen when prompted
2. Each click counts toward the total
3. Complete the required number of clicks to reveal your armor

This is the easiest minigame—just click as fast as possible. On PC, I can usually complete this in under 3 seconds by using two fingers alternating on the mouse button.

Step 8: Complete the Shaping Minigame (MOST IMPORTANT)

The shaping minigame is where your armor’s quality is determined. This is the single most important phase of the crafting process, and mastering it is essential for creating top-tier gear.

How It Works:

• Two circles appear: a small inner circle (stationary) and a larger outer circle (shrinking)
• The outer circle gradually shrinks toward the inner circle
• You must click when the two circles overlap as closely as possible
• This sequence repeats multiple times depending on the armor class

Timing Results:

• Perfect: Circles nearly or completely overlapping (best stats and rarity)
• Good: Circles close but not touching (decent stats)
• OK: Circles somewhat aligned (below-average stats)
• Bad: Circles far apart (poor stats, may receive common rarity)

My Pro Strategy:

1. Focus on the gap between the circles, not the circles themselves
2. Click when you see approximately 2-3 pixels of space between them
3. Don’t wait for perfect overlap—by then, you’re already late
4. Practice with cheap ores first (I wasted dozens of Iron ore learning this)
5. Count the rhythm: watch the first circle to establish timing, then click slightly before the outer circle reaches the inner one

Getting consistent “Perfect” ratings dramatically increases your armor’s base stats and rarity multipliers. The difference between a “Bad” Dark Knight Chestplate and a “Perfect” one can be 50+ defense points and thousands of gold in value.

Step 9: Accept Your Armor

After completing all minigames, a results screen appears showing your newly crafted armor, its stats, rarity, and any special traits it received from the ores used.

Click the green Accept button to add the armor to your inventory. You can then equip it immediately or save it for later.

If you’re unhappy with the result (wrong armor type, poor stats, or bad trait rolls), you’ll need to gather more ores and try again. This is why I always gather extra ores before attempting difficult forges—nothing feels worse than running out of materials mid-crafting session.

Best Armor Recipes for Every Game Stage

Now that you understand the mechanics, let’s dive into proven recipes that will give you the best armor at every stage of your journey through The Forge.

Early Game Armor Recipes (Levels 1-15)

At the start of your adventure, focus on Light armor and basic Medium armor using commonly available ores. Your goal is protection without breaking the bank.

Light Armor Complete Set Recipe:

Piece	Ore Recipe	Why It Works
Helmet	3x Iron Ore	Cheapest guaranteed craft
Chestplate	8x Iron Ore	Provides reliable 5% health boost
Leggings	10x Iron Ore	Completes set with minimal investment

Total Cost: 21 Iron Ore (easily farmed in 15-20 minutes in Stonewake’s Cross)

Early Medium Armor Recipe:

Piece	Ore Recipe	Why It Works
Helmet	8x Ruby, 5x Emerald	Ruby boosts forging multiplier
Chestplate	16x Ruby, 10x Emerald	Balanced stat increase
Leggings	12x Ruby, 9x Emerald	Cost-effective protection

This early Medium set will carry you through levels 1-15 comfortably while you save resources for better armor.

Mid Game Armor Recipes (Levels 16-25)

Once you’ve unlocked the Forgotten Kingdom and have access to better ores, it’s time to craft Samurai armor. This is where The Forge becomes truly exciting, as you can now add powerful ore traits to your armor.

Samurai Armor Recipe (Balanced Build):

Piece	Ore Recipe	Special Traits
Helmet	3x Obsidian, 3x Uranium, 7x Mythril	+30% Vitality, +5% max HP AoE Damage
Chestplate	5x Obsidian, 5x Uranium, 7x Mythril	+30% Vitality, +5% max HP AoE Damage
Leggings	5x Obsidian, 5x Uranium, 7x Mythril	+30% Vitality, +5% max HP AoE Damage

Why This Works: This recipe provides approximately 30% total health boost while adding Uranium’s AoE damage trait. When enemies hit you, they take damage from the Uranium effect, making this perfect for farming areas with multiple aggressive mobs. The Obsidian provides crucial extra defense, and Mythril boosts your vitality even further.

Important Note: Uranium’s AoE damage effect does NOT stack if used in multiple armor pieces. However, I still recommend using it because the +5% max HP AoE damage is incredibly strong for passive farming and dealing with groups.

Late Game Armor Recipes (Levels 26-35)

Late game is where you transition to Heavy armor and start incorporating legendary ores like Darkryte and Demonite. These ores provide game-changing traits that make you nearly invincible.

Dark Knight Armor Recipe (Maximum Defense):

Piece	Ore Recipe	Special Traits
Helmet	12x Darkryte, 6x Demonite, 4x Obsidian, 4x Mythril	15% Dodge, 13.75% Burn on Hit, +3.75% + 7.50% Vitality
Chestplate	20x Darkryte, 8x Demonite, 6x Obsidian, 6x Mythril	15% Dodge, 13.75% Burn on Hit, +4.88% + 9.75% Vitality
Leggings	16x Darkryte, 6x Demonite, 4x Obsidian, 4x Mythril	15% Dodge, 17.21% Burn on Hit, +5.13% + 10.27% Vitality

Total Required: 48x Darkryte, 20x Demonite, 14x Obsidian, 14x Mythril

Why This Is The Best: This recipe combines three incredibly powerful mechanics:

1. Shadow Dodge (Darkryte): 15% chance to completely negate incoming damage. This stacks multiplicatively with your dodge stat from races like Shadow or Angel.
2. Burn Effect (Demonite): When enemies hit you, they have a chance to be inflicted with burn damage (30% weapon damage per second for 3 seconds). This turns defense into offense.
3. Massive Vitality: The combination of Mythril and Obsidian gives you insane health pools, easily pushing you above 200% base health with proper race selection.

I’ve tested this build extensively against the Goblin King boss, and it’s the difference between needing 5 healing potions versus using zero. The dodge chance alone saves you from thousands of damage per fight.

End Game Armor Recipe (Level 35+, Winter Update)

For absolute min-maxers with access to the Frostspire Expanse, the Arctic Knight hybrid build represents the pinnacle of armor crafting.

Arctic Knight Hybrid Recipe (Winter Update):

Piece	Ore Recipe	Special Traits
Helmet	5x Darkryte, 5x Lightite, 5x Demonite	15% Dodge, 15% Move Speed, 25% Burn on Hit
Chestplate	9x Darkryte, 9x Lightite, 8x Demonite	15% Dodge, 15% Move Speed, 25% Burn on Hit
Leggings	7x Darkryte, 7x Lightite, 6x Demonite	15% Dodge, 15% Move Speed, 25% Burn on Hit

Total Required: 21x Darkryte, 21x Lightite, 19x Demonite

Why This Is Revolutionary: The Arctic Knight build solves Heavy armor’s biggest weakness—slow movement speed. By incorporating Lightite (which provides +15% movement speed), you get Heavy armor protection with Medium armor mobility. The Darkryte still provides dodge chance, and Demonite adds burn damage on top.

This is my current end-game set, and it’s perfect for the Frostspire Expanse where you need to dodge ice hazards while maintaining high defense against the new Golem boss. The movement speed also makes farming significantly faster, letting you hit more ore nodes per hour.

Speed Farming Recipe (Lightite Build)

For players who prioritize farming efficiency over maximum defense, a Lightite-focused build provides the best results.

Lightite Speed Farming Recipe:

Piece	Ore Recipe	Special Traits
Helmet	15x Lightite, 5x Darkryte, 5x Demonite	15% Move Speed, 8.25% Dodge, 13.75% Burn on Hit
Chestplate	13x Lightite, 12x Darkryte, 12x Demonite	15% Move Speed, 15% Dodge, 25% Burn on Hit
Leggings	20x Lightite, 5x Darkryte, 5x Demonite	15% Move Speed, 6% Dodge, 10% Burn on Hit

Total Required: 48x Lightite, 22x Darkryte, 22x Demonite

Best Used For: Farming rare ores in the Volcanic Depths, grinding gold from enemy drops, completing speedrun challenges, and general exploration.

I switch to this build whenever I’m farming for specific materials rather than fighting bosses. The speed increase is so noticeable that going back to Heavy armor feels like moving through molasses.

Pro Tips for Crafting the Best Armor in The Forge

After crafting hundreds of armor pieces, I’ve developed a system that maximizes success rates and minimizes wasted resources. Here are my hard-earned secrets:

Tip 1: Always Use High-Rarity Ores for Important Crafts

The rarity of your ores directly impacts two critical factors:

1. Base Stats: Higher rarity ores provide better base defense numbers
2. Price Multiplier: Rare ores increase the selling price, which scales with the stat increases

When crafting your “main” armor set (the one you’ll use for progression), never mix common and legendary ores. Stick to Epic and above for consistent results. Save your common ores (Copper, Iron, Stone) for practice runs or early-game gear you’ll replace quickly.

Example: A Dark Knight Chestplate crafted with all Legendary/Mythical ores might have 280+ defense and sell for 8,000+ gold. The same chestplate made with mixed Common/Rare ores might only have 180 defense and sell for 2,500 gold.

Tip 2: Understand Ore Trait Activation Thresholds

Many players don’t realize that ore traits only activate when that ore comprises a certain percentage of your total recipe. Based on extensive testing by the community:

• Trait activation requires approximately 30% of total ores used

For example, if you’re using 30 total ores for a Heavy Leggings, you need at least 9-10 Darkryte ore to guarantee the Shadow dodge trait activates. Using only 5 Darkryte won’t trigger the trait, even though you technically “used” Darkryte.

This is why my recipes are carefully balanced—I ensure each special ore reaches the threshold needed for trait activation.

Tip 3: Upgrade Your Pickaxe Before Heavy Armor Crafting

This might seem obvious, but I see new players attempting Heavy armor crafts with basic pickaxes, then wondering why it takes them 40 hours to gather enough ores.

Minimum Pickaxe Recommendations:

• Light/Early Medium Armor: Stone or Iron Pickaxe (fine for Stonewake’s Cross)
• Samurai/Mid-Game Armor: Mythril Pickaxe or better (required for Basalt Veins in Forgotten Kingdom)
• Dark Knight/Late-Game Armor: Arcane, Magma, or Lightite Pickaxe (needed for Volcanic Rock farming)
• Wolf/End-Game Armor: Demonic or Galaxite Pickaxe (essential for efficient rare ore gathering)

Investing in a better pickaxe before starting your armor crafting saves hours of farming time. The Mythril Pickaxe, available from Miner Fred in the Forgotten Kingdom for 67,500 gold, is the best value purchase in the entire game.

Tip 4: Master the Shaping Minigame Before Using Rare Ores

I cannot stress this enough: the shaping minigame determines your armor’s final quality more than any other factor. A “Perfect” rating on shaping can increase your armor’s stats by 20-30% compared to a “Bad” rating, even with identical ore recipes.

My Training Method:

1. Craft 10-15 Light Helmets using only Iron ore (cheap and fast)
2. Focus exclusively on getting “Perfect” ratings during shaping
3. Once you can consistently get 8-10 Perfects out of 10 attempts, you’re ready
4. Then move on to practicing with Medium armor
5. Only attempt Heavy armor crafts with rare ores after you can hit Perfect 90%+ of the time

This training saved me thousands of gold in wasted rare ores. Don’t skip this step!

Tip 5: Use Traits Strategically Based on Your Build

Not all traits are equally valuable for every build. Here’s my breakdown of when to use specific ore traits:

Darkryte (15% Dodge Chance):

• Best For: Tank builds, boss fights, PvP, any situation where you’re taking frequent hits
• Skip If: You’re playing a Dwarf race (focus on mining) or running a glass cannon build

Demonite (Burn Effect):

• Best For: Sustained fights, farming areas with multiple enemies, passive damage builds
• Skip If: You’re doing pure mining (no combat) or fighting freeze-immune bosses

Lightite (15% Movement Speed):

• Best For: Farming, exploration, speed-based races (Elf, Shadow), PvP kiting
• Skip If: You’re building pure tank and don’t mind slow movement

Uranium (5% Max HP AoE Damage):

• Best For: AFK farming, tanking multiple enemies, passive damage while mining
• Skip If: Single-target DPS builds, racing (provides no value)

Obsidian (30% Extra Defense):

• Best For: Every build except pure mining—this is universally strong
• Skip If: Never skip this unless you’re building pure offense

Mythril (15-30% Vitality):

• Best For: Every build—more health is always beneficial
• Skip If: Never skip this unless you’re intentionally building low health for Minotaur race rage mechanic

Tip 6: Farm Ores During Luck Boost Events

The Forge regularly runs special events like “Luck Boost Weekend” that significantly increase ore drop rates. These events are THE time to farm for your rarest ores.

During the December 20, 2026 Luck Boost Weekend, I farmed enough Darkryte in 6 hours to craft two complete Dark Knight sets—something that would normally take 40+ hours of grinding.

Event Strategy:

1. Check the official Discord server regularly for event announcements
2. Stockpile gold before events (to buy better pickaxes)
3. Clear your schedule during the event window (they’re usually 24-48 hours)
4. Focus exclusively on farming the rarest ores you need
5. Don’t craft during the event—just farm and stockpile ores

Then craft afterward when you have abundant resources and can take your time perfecting the shaping minigame.

Tip 7: Join The Forge Community for Recipe Sharing

Some of the best armor recipes aren’t documented anywhere—they’re discovered by dedicated players through thousands of crafting attempts. The official Discord server has channels specifically for sharing successful recipes.

I’ve discovered at least 5 amazing recipe variations from the community that I would never have found on my own, including the optimal Lightite ratios for speed farming and alternative Dark Knight recipes that use Eye Ore for weapon damage bonuses.

Key Community Resources:

• Official Discord: discord.gg/theforgers (2M+ members, most active)
• The Forge Wiki: Community-maintained database of all game mechanics
• YouTube: FireAtacck channel for official update videos and demonstrations
• Twitter/X: @fireatacck for development updates and patch notes

Tip 8: Consider Mixing Armor Classes for Hybrid Builds

One of the most overlooked strategies in The Forge is mixing armor classes to create customized stat profiles.

Popular Hybrid Combinations:

“Juggernaut” Build:

• Dark Knight Chestplate (Heavy)
• Dark Knight Helmet (Heavy)
• Samurai Leggings (Medium)
• Result: Maximum upper body protection with faster movement than full Heavy

“Glass Cannon” Build:

• Samurai Chestplate (Medium)
• Light Helmet (Light)
• Light Leggings (Light)
• Result: Decent core protection with very high movement speed for hit-and-run tactics

“Balanced Brawler” Build:

• Knight Chestplate (Heavy)
• Samurai Helmet (Medium)
• Samurai Leggings (Medium)
• Result: Strong overall defense without the extreme slowness of full Heavy

Experiment with these combinations! There’s no “wrong” way to build your armor as long as it matches your playstyle.

Tip 9: Enhance Your Armor with Runes

Once you’ve crafted your ideal armor, the journey doesn’t end there. Enhancing armor with runes can increase base defense by 200-300% and add powerful passive effects.

Enhancement Basics:

• Visit the Enhancer NPC in the Forgotten Kingdom marketplace
• Enhancement costs scale with armor rarity (Common to Mythical)
• Each enhancement level (1-9) unlocks a rune slot at levels 3, 6, and 9
• Failed enhancements don’t destroy armor but reset progress

Best Runes for Armor:

1. Ward Patch – Flat damage reduction (best general-purpose rune)
2. Briar Notch – Thorns effect reflecting damage (tank builds)
3. Vita Crown – Increased max HP (synergizes with Vitality builds)
4. Iron Bark – Additional defense scaling (Heavy armor)
5. Swift Guard – Defense boost plus movement speed (hybrid builds)

I prioritize Ward Patch for my first rune slot, as the flat damage reduction applies before percentage reductions, giving you the most survivability per investment.

Tip 10: Know When to Sell vs. Keep “Failed” Crafts

Not every forging attempt will give you the armor you wanted. Maybe you got a Knight Helmet when you were aiming for Dark Knight, or your shaping minigame performance was subpar. Here’s my decision framework:

Sell Immediately If:

• Rarity is Common or Uncommon (not worth storing)
• Armor piece doesn’t match your build at all
• Stats are 30%+ below expected values
• You need immediate gold for pickaxe upgrades

Keep and Enhance If:

• Rarity is Epic or above (even wrong armor type)
• Traits are perfect even if stats are slightly low
• It’s the right armor class for a future build
• Selling price is under 5,000 gold (might be better enhanced)

I maintain a storage chest with Epic+ “failed” armors that I enhance when I have spare runes. These often become valuable trade items or starter sets for guild members.

Common Armor Crafting Mistakes to Avoid

Through my own failures and watching countless other players, here are the most common mistakes that waste resources:

Mistake 1: Rushing to Heavy Armor Too Early

New players see the massive health bonuses of Heavy armor and immediately start farming for it, often before they have proper pickaxes or understanding of forging mechanics.

The Problem: Heavy armor requires 30-70 ores per piece, costing 100+ hours of farming with basic pickaxes. You’ll also likely fail the shaping minigames multiple times, wasting rare ores.

The Solution: Progress naturally through Light → Medium (standard) → Medium (Samurai) → Heavy (Knight) → Heavy (Dark Knight/Wolf). Each tier teaches you better forging techniques while your pickaxe improves.

Mistake 2: Mixing Too Many Different Ore Types

Players think “more ore types = more traits,” but this actually dilutes your recipes below activation thresholds.

The Problem: Using 5 different ore types means none of them reaches 30% of the total, so NO traits activate. You end up with plain armor despite using valuable ores.

The Solution: Stick to 3-4 ore types maximum, with one dominant ore comprising 40-50% of the recipe to guarantee trait activation.

Mistake 3: Ignoring the Forging Probability Indicators

The game tells you the probability of crafting specific armor types based on your ore count, but many players ignore this and blame “bad RNG.”

The Problem: Using 15 ores when the probability indicator shows only 40% chance for Medium Helmet means you’ll fail 6 out of 10 times. This isn’t bad luck—it’s mathematical expectation.

The Solution: Always use the “optimal” ore counts from my tables above. These represent the HIGHEST probability for each piece, maximizing your success rate.

Mistake 4: Crafting Without Sufficient Ore Stockpiles

Starting a Heavy armor craft with barely enough ores for one attempt sets you up for frustration when inevitably the wrong piece drops or you get Bad shaping ratings.

The Problem: Running out of materials mid-crafting session wastes time. You lose momentum, have to farm again, and often give up on optimal builds.

The Solution: Always farm 2-3x the minimum ore requirements before starting serious crafts. This lets you retry failed attempts immediately without breaking stride.

Mistake 5: Not Practicing Shaping on Cheap Materials First

The biggest waste of rare ores comes from players attempting their first Dark Knight craft without mastering the shaping minigame.

The Problem: Hitting “Bad” on shaping with 40 Darkryte ore feels devastating. I’ve seen players rage-quit after wasting a week’s worth of farming on poor minigame performance.

The Solution: Spend 1-2 hours practicing with Iron or Stone ore Light armor crafts. This costs almost nothing but dramatically improves your rare craft success rate.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get rare ores like Darkryte and Demonite?

Darkryte and Demonite only spawn in the Volcanic Depths section of the Forgotten Kingdom, accessible after reaching level 20. You need at least an Arcane or Magma Pickaxe to mine them efficiently. Focus on the deeper cave areas—Darkryte spawns near lava pools, while Demonite appears in obsidian veins.

Can I upgrade Light armor to Medium or Heavy armor?

No, armor classes are determined at crafting and cannot be changed. You must craft new armor if you want a different class. However, you can enhance any armor to increase its stats, making even Light armor viable for mid-game content.

What’s the best armor for each race in The Forge?

Shadow Race: Lightite build (capitalize on speed bonus) Angel Race: Dark Knight (pair dodge chance with flight) Dwarf Race: Any Heavy armor (mining bonuses make farming easy) Elf Race: Samurai or Vikings (balanced for fast exploration) Human Race: Dark Knight (needs max defense, no racial bonuses) Minotaur Race: Knight/Dark Knight (rage mechanic scales with tanking)

How many rune slots can armor have?

Each armor piece can have up to 3 rune slots, unlocked by enhancing to levels 3, 6, and 9. This means a complete armor set (3 pieces) can have 9 total runes, providing massive stat bonuses when properly configured.

Does armor break or degrade in The Forge?

No! Armor never breaks or requires repairs, even after thousands of fights. Once you craft a piece, it’s yours permanently until you sell it or replace it with better gear.

Can I trade armor with other players?

Not currently. The Forge doesn’t have a trading system for armor or weapons. All armor must be self-crafted or purchased from NPC vendors (though NPC vendors only sell basic starter armor).

What’s the difference between Vikings and Samurai armor?

Vikings armor (introduced in the Winter Update) offers approximately 20% higher health bonuses than Samurai armor but has only a 25% craft chance compared to Samurai’s 50% chance. Vikings is essentially the “rare” version of Samurai in the Medium armor class.

How do I know which ore traits activated on my armor?

After crafting, hover your mouse over the armor piece in your inventory. A tooltip appears showing all active traits, percentage bonuses, and any special effects. Traits with grayed-out text didn’t activate (insufficient ore percentage).

Can I remove runes from armor and reuse them?

No, runes are permanently bound to the armor piece once applied. You can only replace a rune by inserting a different one in the same slot, which destroys the original rune. Plan your rune configuration carefully!

What happens if I get the wrong armor piece when crafting?

Unfortunately, you’re stuck with it unless you want to sell it. There’s no way to “reroll” a specific craft. This is why I always recommend farming 2-3x the required ores before attempting rare armor crafts—so you can immediately try again if you get the wrong piece.

Is Wolf armor really worth the effort for 88% health boost?

For completionists and min-maxers, absolutely yes. For casual players, the Dark Knight set at 65% health boost is probably sufficient for 95% of content. Wolf armor is more of a prestige goal than a necessity, though it does make some end-game bosses significantly easier.

Best Armor Builds for Specific Purposes

Boss Killing Build (Maximum Survivability)

Armor: Full Dark Knight Set (Helmet, Chestplate, Leggings) Ores: Darkryte + Demonite + Obsidian + Mythril Runes: 3x Ward Patch Race: Angel (for dodge stacking) or Minotaur (for rage damage) Why It Works: 65% base health boost + 15% dodge + burn damage on hit + massive defense from runes makes you nearly unkillable in boss fights.

Speed Farming Build (Maximum Efficiency)

Armor: Lightite Custom Build (see recipe above) Ores: Lightite + Darkryte + Demonite (speed-focused ratio) Runes: 2x Swift Guard, 1x Vita Crown Race: Shadow or Elf (both get speed bonuses) Why It Works: 15% movement speed from Lightite + race bonus + Swift Guard runes = 35%+ total speed increase. Farm ore routes 50% faster while maintaining decent defense.

AFK Farming Build (Passive Gold Generation)

Armor: Samurai Set with Uranium focus Ores: Uranium + Obsidian + Mythril (AoE damage emphasis) Runes: 3x Briar Notch (thorns damage) Race: Dwarf (mining while AFK farming) Why It Works: Uranium’s 5% max HP AoE damage + Briar Notch thorns means enemies that hit you take massive reflected damage. Stand in spawn zones and collect gold passively.

PvP Build (If/When It’s Added)

Armor: Vikings Medium Set Ores: Darkryte + Lightite + Demonite (dodge + speed + damage) Runes: 2x Ward Patch, 1x Swift Guard Race: Shadow (ambush potential) Why It Works: Balanced offense/defense with 36% health boost, 15% dodge chance, mobility to chase or escape, and burn damage on counterattacks.

Update History and Future Armor Predictions

The Forge’s armor system has evolved significantly since the game’s launch:

Original Release (2026 Early Spring): Only Light, Medium (standard), and Heavy (Knight) armor available. Basic crafting with no trait system.

Summer Update: Added Samurai and Dark Knight variants. Introduced ore traits system, revolutionizing build diversity.

Autumn Balance Patch: Adjusted forging probabilities to make Heavy armor slightly more accessible. Added enhancement system and runes.

Winter Expansion Part 1 (January 2026): Introduced Vikings and Wolf armor sets. Added Frostspire Expanse zone with Ice-resistant armor meta. New ores: Lightite (movement speed), Arctic Obsidian (freeze resistance).

Upcoming (Rumored – Spring 2026): Community speculation suggests “Dragon” armor variants in the Heavy class, possibly with flying capabilities. Also rumors of “Assassin” light armor that grants invisibility traits.

I’ll keep this guide updated as new armor types are released. Bookmark this page and check back after major updates!

Final Thoughts on The Forge Armor System

After hundreds of hours mastering The Forge’s armor system, I can confidently say it’s one of the most rewarding crafting experiences in any Roblox game. The combination of ore selection strategy, minigame skill expression, and build customization creates incredible depth.

Remember these key principles:

1. Start simple – Master Light and Medium armor before attempting Heavy
2. Farm smart – Better pickaxes save more time than perfect minigame execution
3. Practice shapes – This single skill determines 60% of your armor quality
4. Mix strategically – Hybrid builds often outperform “pure” sets
5. Enhance wisely – Runes multiply your armor’s effectiveness

The perfect armor build doesn’t exist—it depends entirely on your race, playstyle, current objectives, and available resources. Experiment, adapt, and most importantly, have fun with the crafting process!

If you found this guide helpful, don’t forget to check out my other The Forge guides on weapons, pickaxes, potions, and boss strategies. Good luck forging, and I’ll see you in the Forgotten Kingdom!