Armor provides crucial damage reduction and protection against various damage types. Investing in good armor is just as important as having powerful weapons, especially for combat-focused characters.
Armor Types:
- Leather Armor: Basic protection, good for early game.
- Metal Armor: Better protection than leather, but heavier.
- Combat Armor: Significant protection, often found mid-game.
- Power Armor: The best armor in the game, offering immense damage resistance. Requires training to wear (found in San Francisco or Navarro).
- Environmental Suits: Provide resistance to radiation and poison, useful in specific areas like the Toxic Caves.
Armor has different damage resistances (Normal, Laser, Fire, Plasma, Explosive). Pay attention to these when facing different enemy types. Power Armor is a game-changer, so prioritize getting it and the necessary training as soon as possible.