This Hide Armor +1 is sold by Onoroth in Avernus. If you are buying this armor in Chapter Twelve – Avernus of Baldur's Gate: Siege of Dragonspear, you've missed out on better armors elsewhere.
Description[]
| “ | Hide armor is made from the thick hide of a very large animal (an elephant for example) or from many layers of normal leather from common animals, like cows. Hide armor is far too bulky, inflexible and heavy to be used much in advanced human cultures. However, among the barbaric humanoid masses throughout the dark forests and misty jungles of the world, hide armor is common. Even though it does offer more protection than leather armor, one must get by the offensive odor and shoddy appearance in order to wear it effectively. Even though Thieves can wear this armor, it has a negative effect on their abilities. This armor is enchanted, granting the wearer additional protection. | ” |