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The '''maximum''' [[dexterity]] '''bonus''' indicates a cap on the bonus to [[AC]] from the [[Dexterity|dexterity]] [[ability modifier]] as a result of the [[armor]] that is being worn. Maximum dexterity bonus does not limit any other benefits from a high dexterity score, such as improved [[reflex]] [[saving throw]]s, bonus to range attack or a bonus to melee attacks with the [[weapon finesse]] feat.

The maximum dexterity bonus on armor only refers to the cap on the [[dexterity]] [[ability modifier]] that one can add to their [[armor class]] as dexterity bonus. One still receives:
*the full bonus to AB for ranged attacks and attacks made with weapon finesse
*the full bonus to Reflex saves.
*the full bonus to skills, although the armor check penalty will reduce some of these skills ([[Hide]], [[Move Silently]], [[Set trap|Set Trap]], [[Sleight of Hand]] and [[Tumble]]).
*full damage when using [[Expose Weakness]]
The dexterity bonus to armor class is treated as [[Dodge bonus|dodge]] armor class by the game engine. As such, it is of benefit against [[Touch attack|touch attacks]] but it is lost if the character is caught [[Flat-foot|flat-footed]] or is under the effect of feint.

To find out more about the impact that armor has on dexterity-governed abilities, refer to the [[Dexterity]] and [[Armor check penalty]] articles.

==PnP Comparison==

In PnP, [[Tower shield]]s have a maximum dexterity bonus of 2 and [[Encumbrance]] can also affect maximum dexterity bonus. This was not implemented in NWN2. Otherwise, the NWN2 implementation of maximum dexterity bonus is consistent with PnP rules.
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