Flexible armor with metal studs. The belief is that the studs will add more protection to the armor. The flexible material can either be fabric or leather.

Inspired by Brigandine

Studded armor is inspired by the real-life brigandine armor, which has metal plating underneath that is fastened by rivets. As the metal plating itself is hidden from view, a misconception arose which gave birth to the concept of studded armor in fictional media.