Pincushion Gauntlets

Pincushion Gauntlets are advanced hand armor in Dune Awakening, classified as Tier 6 Unique light armor items. These exceptional gloves are crafted with an experimental plasmeld layer designed to absorb dart impacts and represent a specialized component of the Pincushion armor set with emphasis on hand protection and dexterity.

Technical Specifications

Pincushion Gauntlets utilize the same experimental plasmeld layer technology as other pieces of the Pincushion set, specifically designed for dart impact absorption. In the earliest versions, darts would stick in the gel-like outer layer, causing the wearer to look like a pincushion bristling with darts - hence the name. Though this flaw has been perfected, the name persists as a reminder of the original design.

Armor Properties

• Armor Value: 146
• Dash Stamina Cost: -3.0%
• Light Dart Mitigation: 3.8%
• Blade Mitigation: 6.0%
• Heavy Dart Mitigation: 3.8%
• Heat Protection: 0.7

Manufacturing Specifications

Crafting Requirements

• Creation Location: Advanced Garment Fabricator
• Crafting Time: 15 seconds
• Tier Level: Tier 6
• Type: Unique
• Category: Light Armor
• Voltage: 1V

Ingredients

• Plastanium Ingot x 22
• Plasteel Microflora Fiber x 14
• Silicone Block x 21
• Ballistic Weave Fabric x 3
• Spice Melange x 41
• Spice-infused Plastanium Dust x 7
• Water x 350

Availability and Acquisition

Pincushion Gauntlets are classified as a Deep Desert Drop item from the Plastanium Tier category. Most of these Tier 6 items can be found in the dangerous areas of the Deep Desert. Some items only appear during specific weeks, while others might be available every week or you can get them as a reward from Landsraad House when reaching a specific milestone in personal contribution. This path can often be more efficient than waiting for the correct weekly rotation in Deep Desert. These particular gauntlets are not available in the current rotation.

Tactical Advantages

Pincushion Gauntlets offer specialized hand protection with emphasis on:

• Moderate dart mitigation (3.8% for both light and heavy darts) against ranged attacks
• Solid blade protection (6.0%) for melee combat
• Dash stamina enhancement (-3.0%) for mobility improvement
• Heat protection (0.7) consistent with the entire set

Combat Applications

As hand armor with anti-projectile specialization, Pincushion Gauntlets directly influence weapon handling and hand protection against ranged enemies. Dart mitigation is particularly important for close-quarters combat where hands are exposed to projectile fire. Dash stamina reduction contributes to overall mobility builds.

Set Synergy and Completion

Pincushion Gauntlets represent an important component of the Pincushion armor set, providing hand coverage with consistent anti-projectile capabilities. Ballistic Weave Fabric in the ingredients ensures uniform anti-projectile technology across the entire set, which specializes in dart absorption rather than standard deflection.

• Pincushion Chestpiece
• Pincushion Helmet
• Pincushion Boots
• Pincushion Pants 

FAQ

Q: Where can I obtain Pincushion Gauntlets?
A: Pincushion Gauntlets can be obtained as a Deep Desert Drop in the Plastanium Tier area, but they're not available in the current rotation.

Q: What is the main advantage of these gauntlets?
A: The main advantage is moderate dart mitigation (3.8% for both light and heavy darts) plus solid blade protection (6%) for hand protection.

Q: Are Pincushion Gauntlets suitable for weapon handling?
A: Yes, they maintain finger flexibility thanks to plasmeld technology, enabling effective weapon manipulation with anti-projectile protection.

Q: How do they differ from other hand armor?
A: They contain Ballistic Weave Fabric for dart absorption and experimental plasmeld layer rather than standard protection.

Q: Do I need to wear the complete Pincushion set?
A: No, each piece works independently, but the complete set provides the best anti-projectile protection and synergy.