Roblox The Forge armors directly affect how long you survive, how aggressive you can play, and which areas or bosses you can handle. Choosing the right armor, and knowing how to craft it correctly, is essential for both new and advanced players.

This The Forge guide explains how armor works in The Forge, which armor is considered the best, and which recipes are worth using at each stage of the game.

How does armor work in The Forge

Armor in The Forge is crafted using ores at the forge station. Unlike simple crafting systems, the forge armor depends on several factors:

• The type of ores used
• The amount of each ore
• The quality of forging mini-games
• Random chance (RNG)

Armor pieces come in three main parts:

• Helmet
• Chestplate
• Leggings

Each piece adds base defense and may also grant extra effects such as:

• Increased vitality (health)
• Burn chance
• Dodge chance
• Damage bonuses

Armor also has weight classes:

• Light Armor: Use at the very start or when you're low on resources; fast, cheap, but offers minimal protection.
• Medium Armor: Best mid-game choice when you want better defenses without needing rare ores; a balanced progression step.
• Heavy Armor: Ideal for late-game, tough zones, bosses, or PvE; requires rare ores, but gives the highest HP boosts and survivability.

As you gather better ores and resources, aim to transition from Light → Medium → Heavy armor. Heavy armor pays off long-term, especially if you’re going for end-game content or tough fights.

All The Forge armor recipes

Below are the most effective The Forge armor recipes:

Light armor