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Pathfinder Viral Rules Debate: Mithral Chain Shirt Carry Check
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Pathfinder: Can You Carry This Mithral Chain Shirt? is defined as armor that weighs 20 pounds and reduces damage taken. Studies indicate this light armor lets you ignore the normal armor check penalty while maintaining mobility.
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Running With Heavy Armor Works Differently
Many players expect strict limits, but the rules focus on speed loss instead. Research shows medium armor slows you, yet mithral shifts the burden by improving your base load.
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Running Bare Keeps You Swift
Here, carrying capacity links to your strength score. So long as you stay under limits, the shirt adds protection without blocking your next turn.
Takeaway: Keep moving fast while staying protected.
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FAQ
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Can you run while wearing it?
Yes, characters can still run at normal speed unless overloaded.
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Can a wizard cast in mithral armor?
Yes, somatic components are allowed unless your hands are bound.
