[quote=@MelonHead]
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I'd argue it's actually better, it's lighter, covers all the vital areas fine, and has none of the weak spots at the joints that conventional armour has. 
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What vital areas?(keeping in mind he's undead) He has no living arteries, the important one is his heart which is unprotected in the front (along with all those stomach organs).... then there's his head which is unprotected...his legs... I don't know, I don't see how it's a hyper upgrade of protection over full plate mail.