Prince Armory Academy
Craft Your Fantasy
Build a complete suit of leather armor from home. Over 100 patterns and video tutorials walk you through the full process, from first cut to finished piece. Choose your skill level and start creating.
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Since 2007
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Choose Your Adventure
The Apprentice Path
Each series is a complete learning experience. Pick the style that speaks to you, and the tutorials will guide you through every step, technique, and process.
Starter
Beginner
Intermediate
Intermediate
Advanced
Advanced
Master
Looking for individual pieces? Patterns also available separately, starting at $5.
Browse All PatternsWhat’s Included
More Than Just Patterns
Every pattern purchase includes video tutorials, technique breakdowns, and detailed guides. You’re not buying files, you’re gaining the knowledge to build something extraordinary.
Video Tutorials
Every pattern comes with detailed video guides. Watch the full build process, learn techniques, and pick up tips you won’t find anywhere else.
Complete Suit Systems
Each armor series is a full head-to-toe design with interconnecting components. Every piece fits together as a cohesive, functional suit.
Skill Progression
Start as a total beginner and advance through structured difficulty levels. Each series teaches new techniques that build on what you already know.
Scalable PDFs & SVGs
Print at any size for any body type. Male and female variations included. Patterns are designed to be modified and made your own.
Video Tutorials
Every pattern comes with detailed video guides. Watch the full build process, learn techniques, and pick up tips you won’t find anywhere else.
Complete Suit Systems
Each armor series is a full head-to-toe design with interconnecting components. Every piece fits together as a cohesive, functional suit.
Skill Progression
Start as a total beginner and advance through structured difficulty levels. Each series teaches new techniques that build on what you already know.
Scalable PDFs & SVGs
Print at any size for any body type. Male and female variations included. Patterns are designed to be modified and made your own.
The Process
How It Works
Start simple. Go as deep as you want.
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Pick a Pattern
Browse 100+ armor patterns across 7 themed series. Grab an individual piece from $5 or a complete bundle for a full head-to-toe suit with savings built in.
Shop Patterns ›
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Follow the Tutorials
Every pattern comes with detailed video guides that walk you through tools, materials, and techniques. Follow along step by step at your own pace.
Getting Started ›
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Build Something Real
Work from home with basic tools and finish with wearable armor you made yourself. Share your build in the student gallery and earn rewards.
Student Gallery ›
Every purchase earns 5% back in Gems you can spend on future patterns.
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Structured Progression
Seven armor series from Starter to Master. Each one introduces new techniques that build on what you learned before. Your Artisan rank grows with every completed lesson.
The Apprentice Path ›
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Earn As You Go
5% Gems back on every purchase. Bonus credits for completing lessons. Guild members get monthly store credit and full access to the premium video library.
Loyalty Program ›
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Community and Coaching
Thousands of students in our active Discord. Private coaching available for advanced techniques. Certification tracks for those pushing toward mastery.
Join the Guild ›
Everything from The Basics, plus a guided path with real rewards at every milestone.
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Commercial Licensing
The Merchant’s Order grants a yearly commercial license to sell armor made with our patterns. The Merchant Pass covers all current and future designs in the Academy.
Merchant Pass ›
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Heralds Referral Program
Share your unique referral link and earn commission on every sale it generates. Climb through Herald ranks for increased rates, exclusive rewards, and recognition.
Become a Herald ›
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Partnerships
Content creators, event organizers, and established artisans can apply for sponsored partnerships, co-branded content, and direct collaboration with the Academy.
Apply for Partnership ›
Available at any stage of your journey. The skills you build here can open real doors.
Student Work
Hall of Champions
Real armor built by real students using our patterns and tutorials. Every one of these started as a download.
Noctrel
The sectioned articulating peices make this a much more comfortable chest peice than others on…
Tessa Corbett
I modified this pattern for a Warrior Sabrina Carpenter Cosplay I did for ren faire….
Cody Doyle
I used this pattern and made my first attempt at any kind of leather armor….
Timothy
Quick and easy to make, and comfortable to wear with your garb. Looking forward to…
Georgia Amos
I used this design and I made it in foam first because I was nervous…
Gary Nunn
This was the first pattern I have purchased from prince armory academy. Once I figured…
Mike
Prince Armory is epic at worse. 10/10 I’ll build their armor again
Johnathan Stout
This project is amazing for someone who is starting from level 0. Excellent instructions, beautiful…
Ralf Pollex
It was a Little bit tricky, but I think I Manager it perfektly
Shah Sohail
The tutorial was extremely helpful and easy to follow
Join the Community
You Won’t Build Alone
Thousands of armor crafters share their work, ask questions, and help each other in our active community. Whether you’re stuck on a technique or want to show off a finished build, someone’s there.
Discord Server
Free and open to everyone. Get real-time help, share your progress, and see what others are building. Active channels for every skill level.
The Guild
For those who want to go deeper. Welcome pattern packs, monthly Gems, exclusive discounts, and access to private community spaces.
The Blog
Project updates, new pattern releases, technique breakdowns, and behind-the-scenes looks at upcoming content. Stay in the loop.
Prince Armory Academy
Your Armor Awaits
Pick a series, follow the tutorials, and build something you’ll be proud of. Thousands of crafters started right where you are now.
Choose Your Armor