Markarth Guard's Armor is the light armor cuirass worn by the guards of the Reach. It has a base armor rating of 23 and weighs 6, like every hold guard cuirass. Copies come from the hold's guards.

Armor Enchantment

Any armor enchantment can be placed on a Markarth Guard's Armor at an arcane enchanter.

Every armor enchantment is listed under Enchantment Effects.

Markarth Guard's Armor Location

The guards of the Reach wear it, so copies come from them.

Gameplay Tips

Temper it at a workbench with one Leather.
Every hold guard cuirass shares the same armor rating and weight.

Smithing Guide

Enchanted weapons require the Arcane Blacksmith Perk to upgrade.

Upgrades

A Markarth Guard's Armor is improved at a workbench with one Leather per improvement. An enchanted copy can only be improved with the Arcane Blacksmith perk.

Quality	Smithing	Armor
Fine	14	+2
Superior	31	+6
Exquisite	65	+10
Flawless	100	+13
Epic	134	+17
Legendary	168	+20

Armor Set

Markarth Guard's Armor is part of the Markarth Guard's set.

Name	Image	Slot	Armor	Weight

Armor Categories

All Chest Armor

Light Armor

Every light armor chest piece, with its armor rating, weight, set and upgrade material.

Name	Image	Armor	Weight	Value	Set	Upgrade	Perk	DLC

Heavy Armor

Every heavy armor chest piece, with its armor rating, weight, set and upgrade material.

Name	Image	Armor	Weight	Value	Set	Upgrade	Perk	DLC