Plot Armor
Stable🎒High SchoolDefinition
When someone survives a situation they shouldn't have because they're the 'main character' and the story needs them. Originally a TV/movie criticism, now used IRL for people with incredible luck.
Translation for Parents
In movies, the hero never dies because the plot needs them. Plot armor is that protection. In real life, if your kid barely avoids getting caught doing something, they say they have 'plot armor.' It's luck with a narrative framework.
Examples
“The teacher looked right at me but didn't say anything, plot armor is crazy”
“The teacher looked right at me but somehow didn't notice what I was doing. I got incredibly lucky.”
“How did he survive that? Plot armor fr”
“How did he make it through that unharmed? He must be incredibly lucky.”
Cringe Score
Mildly embarrassing
Referencing your own plot armor after parallel parking on the first try is premium dad content. Use with confidence.
Category
general
Peak
2024-01
Last Verified
2026-02-25
Sources
urban_dictionary, reddit