UHMW stands for Ultra High Molecular Weight plastic. It is a very high-end plastic product that is custom milled for use in the Tekvest. It provides superior cut resistance and great flexibility. We laminate it to a closed-cell, vinyl nitrile foam that delivers a level of comfort and protection not available in the off-road world.

Armor reduces the amount of damage the character gets in melee/missile combat, whereas the first part of the armor value is the constant part, and the second one the randomized part; e.g. armor 2/3 protects the character from 2-5 points of damage per hit. See similar questions...

When a bullet strikes a body armor panel, the fibers absorb and disperse the energy of the impact across a generalized area. Most concealable body armor is made of a number of layers. These layers assist in the energy dispersion process and help to reduce the effects of blunt trauma caused by the force of impact energy that is delivered by the projectile. See similar questions...

Armor is different from the other attributes in the Stats panel. Armor is determined completely by the equipment that a character is wearing. See similar questions...

I covered this above in some minor detail. When armor decreases the values of your Strength, Quickness and Focus attributes, the result is an increase in the costs of special moves. Additionally because of the decreases in Constitution, Stamina and Willpower, you will find that you do not regenerate your main stats as quickly. See similar questions...

When a bullet strikes a body armor panel, the fibers absorb and disperse the energy of the impact across a generalized area. Most concealable body armor is made of a number of layers. These layers assist in the energy dispersion process and help to reduce the effects of blunt trauma, caused by the force of the impacting projectile. See similar questions...

Stab- and puncture-resistant armors are made from a variety of materials. The most commonly used materials are made from extremely strong fibers, which can be either woven or laminated together. Other materials used are metals and composites. As the threat impacts the armor, the materials either deflect the threat or, due to their very high level of cut and/or tear resistance, they "stretch" and the impact forces are dissipated over a larger area of the armor. See similar questions...

This "hard" bolt of magical force hits the armor just like a bullet, staff thrust or fist, doing damage on impact, and either denting it a little or punching a hole straight through. It then goes "Poof!" and vanishes in a cloud of fire. It will only heat up a breastplate as much as a baseball-sized globe of 300-degree air would; i.e. not much. The Explosive Fireball does flame damage - treat as crushing damage that can set fires. See similar questions...

quot;POLYMER". Isn't that just another word for plastic? Perhaps, but the term polymer actually describes the material and not the end product. Poly, meaning "many", and "mer", parts, refer to the long chain molecules that make up the miracle of modern plastics. See similar questions...

I can't say that I'm familiar enough with this PDA to make a firm recommendation. I understand from your email that you would like to be able to use your PDA while in the case as our PDA Armor case allows. The key element is the physical dimension of your PDA. We would not have anything that would let you, for example, open or flip a protective cover while in the case. If the PDA fits with its screen rotated, powered up, etc., basically, ready to use, it should work. See similar questions...

There are a number of factors that can influence the service life of body armor. The NIJ has sponsored research that indicates that age is not the only factor in determining the service life of armor. Other factors to consider include: how regularly the armor was worn; how it was cared for; if the armor fits the wearer properly (most people lose or gain weight over a period of years); and the overall condition of the armor (do the fasteners still work properly and so on). See similar questions...

Armor All® Wipes combine the same great products you are used to in a more easy-to-use format. They contain the same advanced cleaning and protecting agents as you will find in the full line of Armor All® products. Therefore, they will perform as well as other fine Armor All® products. Armor All® Leather Wipes are perfect for use on most leather surfaces, including treated leather furniture, clothing and of course, car seats. See similar questions...

The original Michelinie/Layton Armor Wars unfolds in issues 225-231. A second Armor Wars takes place in issues 258-266. See similar questions...

Zanfel works safely into the dermal layer of your skin, binds to the urushiol oil, and, when rinsed off, takes the oil with it down the drain. See similar questions...