Armor

Wearing armor decreases your ability to avoid getting hit (Lowers Mobility), but allows you to brush off damage (Increases Dam Reduction (HELP DAMRED)).

Depending on your style of combat, how much weight you can lift, and the skills you use, it is best to wear one of the following configurations:

Armor Type              Chance to get hit     Damage Reduction
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Light (Cloth/Leather)     Low                 None/Low
Mixed                     Medium              Some
Heavy (Metal/Stone)       High                A lot

Note: Most magical attacks affect you directly, circumventing all damage reduction of your armor. Armor affects encumbrance!