Can you touch yourself with mage armor?
You can indeed touch yourself with mage armor, as the spell allows you to cast it on yourself, and it provides a protective magical force that surrounds you, making your base AC become 13 + your Dexterity modifier. The only conditions for a valid target are that they are a creature, not wearing armor, and are willing, which applies to yourself if you choose to cast it on yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
To further explore the uses and limitations of mage armor, we’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions to provide a comprehensive understanding of this powerful spell.
1. What is the point of mage armor?
Mage armor provides a protective magical force that surrounds the target, making their base AC become 13 + their Dexterity modifier, offering an armor bonus without the need for physical armor.
2. Does mage armor stack with itself?
Mage armor does not stack with other armor bonuses, such as those found in actual armor or Bracers of Armor, as it provides an armor bonus that only stacks with bonuses of different types.
3. Does mage armor apply to touch AC?
Mage armor does not apply to touch AC, except against incorporeal touch attacks, as it is still an armor bonus, and armor bonuses do not apply to touch AC.
4. Can I twin mage armor?
Yes, you can twin mage armor to get both at the same time, which can be beneficial during combat, as the spell is not a concentration spell.
5. Does a shield stop mage armor?
No, a shield does not stop mage armor, as it is not considered body armor, and can be used at the same time as mage armor without causing it to end.
6. Is mage armor better than shield?
Mage armor seems more powerful than shield in terms of duration, as it lasts one hour per level, while shield lasts only one minute per level, with the same AC bonus.
7. Can you sleep in mage armor 5e?
Yes, you can sleep in mage armor, as it has a duration but is not a concentration spell, making it applicable for a Wizard to cast before bed.
8. Can mage armor stack with shield?
Yes, mage armor and shield can stack, as bonuses of different types stack, but keep in mind that a shield spell won’t stack with the shield bonus offered by a shield.
9. Is studded leather better than mage armor?
No, mage armor is actually better protection than studded leather in terms of AC, as studded leather is 12 + DEX and mage armor is 13 + DEX.
10. What is the best armor spell in Skyrim?
The Dragonhide spell is considered the best armor spell in Skyrim, as it allows players to resist 80% of all physical damage and stacks with any armor worn.
11. Does mage armor carry over to polymorph?
Yes, any spell effects you had active on you stay on you when you’re polymorphed, so if you had mage armor active and got turned into a different form, you’ll still have mage armor.
12. Does mage armor affect wild shape?
Yes, mage armor continues to affect you when you’re in a wild shape, as spells last their duration, and wild shape doesn’t have a special effect that ends spells.
13. Can I use mage armor and Bracers of defense?
Yes, mage armor and Bracers of Defense do stack, as the Bracers of Defense provide a +2 bonus to AC that doesn’t interfere with mage armor.
14. Does mage armor count as unarmored?
No, mage armor does not count as unarmored, as it changes how AC is calculated, and spell, feature, or item that changes the function on how AC is calculated will not stack with Unarmored Defense or normal armor calculation.
15. Is Dragon scale armor the best?
Dragon Scaled Armor is considered one of the best armor sets in the game, offering excellent protection and benefits, making it a highly sought-after choice for players.