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I'd forgotten about the King's deathmask. If anyone could carry off that look it would be me.
The reason I specified non-magical headgear is specifically because of the ioun stones - although remember that originally they were meant to be restricted to the same classes that could wear helmets. They are also rare and generally difficult to get hold of. Note also that ToB adds an unenchanted Thieves Hood (in WK)
My point was that there is a ubiquitous item that protects against something deadly, but only certain classes can use it despite the fact that it doesn't hamper the ones who can't. First off - the game mechanics are screwed, secondly it doesn't make sense that ONLY a helmet (or similar) can protect against criticals. Thirdly - which character in their right mind wouldn't wear a helmet?
"Master, why can I not wear a helmet?"
"Child, you are a mage"
"But... Gonzo wears one"
"Child, he is a fighter-mage"
"But... He can cast spells whilst wearing one"
"child, if you want to, then try it"
"Master, some unseen force prevents me from putting it on my head"
"Child, that is the D&D rules"
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