Hallowed armor
Forged in celestial fire, a paladin's shield against the dark
Hallowed armor is a Hardmode , post- mechanical boss armor set consisting of the Hallowed Plate Mail and Hallowed Greaves , as well as four different headpieces: the Hallowed Mask , Hallowed Helmet , Hallowed Headgear , and Hallowed Hood , providing bonuses for melee, ranged, magic, and summon damage type respectively. Crafting a full set with one headpiece requires a total of 54 Hallowed Bars . Crafting all six pieces requires a total of 90 Hallowed Bars. Hallowed armor pieces are interchangeable with Ancient Hallowed armor pieces, still providing the set bonus. The full set grants the following effects while equipped: The player also emits visual pulses and afterimages while moving. - Internal Buff ID : 59 - +50 defense - +17% melee damage (+10% melee; +7% for all damage types ) - +17% melee critical strike chance (+10% melee; +7% for all damage types) - +10% melee speed - +8% movement speed - +35 defense - +22% ranged damage (+15% ranged; +7% for all damage types ) - +15% ranged critical strike chance (+8% ranged; +7% for all damage types) - +8% movement speed - +31 defense - +19% magic damage (+12% magic; +7% for all damage types ) - +19% magic critical strike chance (+12% magic; +7% for all damage types) - +100 maximum mana - +8% movement speed - +27 defense - +17% summon damage (+10% summon; +7% for all damage types ) - +7% critical strike chance - +3 minion slots - +8% movement speed - Upon enemy hits, the player receives the Holy Protection buff , which grants the ability to dodge the next attack dealt by an enemy or other damage source. It has a 30-second cooldown after the dodge has been activated. - 1 Set 1.1 Helmet variants - 2 Crafting 2.1 Recipes - 3 Notes - 4 Tips - 5 Trivia - 6 History - 7 References
- Type
- Armor Set
- Defense
- : 31 / : 35 / : 50 / : 27 (set)
- Set Bonus
- Become immune after striking an enemy : Become immune after striking an enemy Increases your max number of minions by 2
- Rarity
- 05*
- Sell
- 12 GC (set)
- Buff
- Holy Protection
- Buff tooltip
- You will dodge the next attack
- Duration
- 30 seconds
- Body slot
- Shirt
- Tooltip
- 7% increased critical strike chance
Lore & Background
In the fractured light of Hardmode, where mechanical horrors tear at the fabric of the world, the Hallowed armor emerges as a beacon of divine resilience. Crafted from the crystallized essence of the Mechanical Bosses themselves, these plates shimmer with an inner radiance that defies the encroaching shadows. It is said that the spirits of ancient guardians, those who once walked the stars before the corruption took hold, lend their strength to the smiths who forge this gear. The armor does not merely protect; it purifies the air around the wearer, leaving trails of luminous afterimages as they dash through battle.
Four distinct visages adorn this sacred set, each tuned to a specific path of combat yet united by a singular holy purpose. Whether clad in the heavy mask of a warrior or the delicate hood of a summoner, the bearer becomes an instrument of divine will. The Hallowed Helmet and its kin channel the wearer's intent into raw power, amplifying strikes with celestial fury. Yet, the true miracle lies not in the damage dealt, but in the protection granted: when struck by malice, the armor reacts instantly, granting a momentary immunity that turns certain death into a graceful evasion.
This is the gear of those who walk the line between vengeance and salvation. It grants a fleeting shield against the world's most vicious blows, allowing even the most fragile mage to stand firm against the crushing weight of a boss's assault. The armor pulses with a rhythmic light, a heartbeat of pure order in a realm descending into chaos, promising that as long as one stands tall, the darkness cannot claim them.
In Their Own Story
The air crackled with ozone and the scent of burning metal as you faced the twin gears of the Destroyer. Your health bar dipped dangerously low, a crimson warning flashing against your vision. There was no time to heal; the mechanical leviathan lunged, its massive segments coiling for a final, crushing strike. Instinct took over. You sprinted forward, the Hallowed Plate Mail gleaming with an ethereal white light that seemed to push back the gloom of the cavern.
The impact came, but instead of pain, there was only silence. A brilliant flash of gold erupted from your chest as the Holy Protection buff triggered. Time seemed to suspend for a heartbeat. The enemy's attack passed harmlessly through you, leaving behind a ghostly afterimage that lingered like a memory of light. You were untouched, unharmed, and fully aware.
Seizing the opening, you retaliated with a flurry of strikes. Each blow was met with a surge of power; your sword felt weightless, yet heavier than lead in its impact. The armor hummed against your skin, a constant reminder of the divine pact you had forged. You were no longer just a survivor; you were a paladin of the new age, dancing through the chaos with a grace that defied the machine's logic. As the boss fell, you stood amidst the debris, the holy light fading slowly, leaving only the echo of your victory.
Reader's Guide
To obtain this legendary set, you must first defeat at least one Mechanical Boss to gain access to Hallowed Bars. These bars are dropped by The Twins, The Destroyer, or Skeletron Prime in Hardmode. Gather them and visit a Mythril or Orichalcum Anvil to begin crafting.
A full set requires 54 bars for one headpiece plus the chest and legs, totaling 90 bars if you craft every variant. You can mix and match pieces with Ancient Hallowed armor without losing the set bonus. The specific headpiece determines your class focus: the Mask for Melee, Helmet for Ranged, Headgear for Magic, and Hood for Summoning.
The core playstyle revolves around aggressive offense balanced by reactive defense. The set bonus, Holy Protection, grants a dodge after taking damage, with a 30-second cooldown. This makes it ideal for players who prefer high-risk, high-reward strategies or those using offensive accessories that leave them vulnerable. Maintain constant movement to trigger the visual pulses and maximize the utility of the dodge mechanic. For summoners, note that while the set offers lower minion damage than Spider armor, its survivability is unmatched in Hardmode, allowing you to stay in the fight longer.
Did You Know?
- Hallowed and Chlorophyte are the only armor sets with variations for all four classes.
- The design was inspired by Cecil Harvey's paladin armor from Final Fantasy IV.
- Selling crafted helmets yields more profit than selling the raw Hallowed Bars.
- The Hallowed Hood provides the lowest defense of any Hardmode armor piece.