what robes as I level up?

[RS-Makk]

So it's clear at top levels I need to be going for icy rainments, and before that the white dragonscale robe.

But - what should I be looking out for as I level up on my way to those? I am still level 3, going on 4 - and I was hoping to have a little 'roadmap' as I level up of what I should keep my eye open for or try to quest for (and if so, what quests)

Thanks

[RhapsodieInBlue]

Not sure about any named ones, but..

As you level I think the following really helps out..

Robe of Invulnerability -> No more grazing blows
Deathblock Robe -> win
Deathblock Robe of Heavy Fort -> Win until your white dragonscale/icy

oui?

Also, resistances as needed.

[Khellendros13]

Sewer Smock from WW end reward is doing me well so far...10 Acid resistance. No matter my saves, Melf's still hurts without some acid resist.

[Fendryl]

Fearsome robes significantly help when solo'ing. In a group they're pretty annoying though.

[RS-Makk]

Thanks

What does the Robe of Invulnerability, the Deathblock Robe, and the Fearsome Robe do? And, at what levels should I expect to see those robes (and where)?

Lastly, I think none of those are named (?), any other names robes I should try to go for as I level up (and what level, where)? Or am I pretty well covered with those until the White Dragonscale?

Thanks

[Junts]

deathblock stops instant death attacks

heavy fortificaiton stops critical hits

fearsome causes things that hit you to be feared

you want a heavy fort robe at level 8, permanently, unti lanother heavy for item is worn

its highly likely you will use dragontouched vestments instead of the icy rainment, depending on your build .. only pure ac monks should reall yuse the icy more than situationally

You won't have enough white scales for a white scale robe .. you'll want the vulkoorim dervish robe, and probably waer that until you get dragontouched, which youll have a lot longer before you ever have a chance to get the icy.

[Cedwin]

I wore a Moderate Fortification outfit up until level 8, then got a plain Outfit of Heavy Fortification, been wearing that since. I'll probably wear it until I find a fearsome outfit of heavy fort.

[richieelias]

If you can find robes of invulnerability (DR5/magic) of your race, making it item level 2, then you will be essentially untouchable except by magic damage in every quest on normal/hard up to Deleras. Just solo your way to level 8/10 and switch to deathblock/fortification robes.

Personally I find that the invuln robes are quite useful well into the teens if you can find fort and deathblock on another slot

[RS-Makk]

Thanks for all the tips. Currently level 5 - been 'saving up' (selling lots of stuff) and going to go do a bit of shopping on the AH and keep my eyes open for a good deal.

Some more questions if that is ok:

The Fearsome robe, why would other folks playing get annoyed by it?

Between a Robe of Invulnerability and the Moderate Fortification (or perhaps even Heavy), what do you folks think is the better option?

Once I start getting Robes with the AC bonus in the robe, what kind of bracers should I be going for (since the armored bracers wont really cut it anymore due to stacking)

And lastly, probably the dumbest question of all - is there any differences between robes and outfits other than the name/look? I only ask because I've seen on the AH a robe and an outfit of the same type, but priced VERY differently (outfits seemed more expensive overall).

[Redicular]

The Fearsome robe, why would other folks playing get annoyed by it?

feared(is that even a word?) mobs run away from you, just imagine the havok on various "kill x of y-type mob" quests when the target takes one swing at you then takes off running... a target you have to chase down, potentially triggering other enemies, or stand around and wait for him to come back.

Between a Robe of Invulnerability and the Moderate Fortification (or perhaps even Heavy), what do you folks think is the better option?

whichever one you like the look of better(heavy is better than both)

And lastly, probably the dumbest question of all - is there any differences between robes and outfits other than the name/look? I only ask because I've seen on the AH a robe and an outfit of the same type, but priced VERY differently (outfits seemed more expensive overall).

nothing i've been able to detect, possibly some durability issues, nothing significant

[WolfSpirit]

At level 10 or 12 you should be able to get Deathblock of Invulnerability Outfit/Robes which I use almost Exclusively till Icy/Dragontouched. I never use the Fearsome stuff because of the irritation factor. (I find it irritating myself even solo) But if you can, get a suit each of Greater Fire/Ice/Acid/Electric resistance for sitituational use, though with improved evasion you will only use these during elite Traps and such.
And there is no difference between robes and outfits except the look. (Robes tend to look like Dresses)

[Aerendil]

Between a Robe of Invulnerability and the Moderate Fortification (or perhaps even Heavy), what do you folks think is the better option?

Once I start getting Robes with the AC bonus in the robe, what kind of bracers should I be going for (since the armored bracers wont really cut it anymore due to stacking)

And lastly, probably the dumbest question of all - is there any differences between robes and outfits other than the name/look? I only ask because I've seen on the AH a robe and an outfit of the same type, but priced VERY differently (outfits seemed more expensive overall).

#1 - I'd say fortification outweighs invulnerability, so if I had to choose, I'd go with the fortification.
However, fortification comes on various items, not just robes - whereas I've only really seen invulnerability on armour types. So if you happen to come across a moderate/heavy fort item for a different slot, definitely couple it with invulnerability robes if you can.

But, as mentioned above, deathblock is certainly good as well. Do try to get one for level 8+ when you may start seeing Beholders (and get that visor from Tangleroot with the deathguard buff on it as well while you're at it).

#2 - bracers, you might want to look at Chaosgarde from Xorian Cipher. +2 deflection bonus to AC, +2 resistance bonus to saving throws, and +2 dodge bonus to AC. They're pretty slick. Absolute pain in the rectum to obtain, though.

#3 - "outfits" are the martial-arts inspired ones, like what you start with as a Monk. The "robes" are more caster-looking, if that makes sense, and were originally intended for the true arcane casters. However, you can use both without a problem and if one has the stats on it you're looking for, go for it. So long as you're not picky about your appearance, you can mix and match freely between outfits and robes.

[Cedwin]

Right now in my inventory I have a deathblock outfit of heavy fort, and a lightning guard outfit of invulnerability. I'm sticking with the heavy fort until I can find it on another item, like the nightforge necklace out of black anvil mines or something similar. Once I get heavy fort on another item I'll mostly wear the outfit of invulnerability for the extra 5 damage reduction.

Most people who can wear outfits/robes tend to carry around a few different ones, including deathblock, various elemental resists, clicky outfits (I have an outfit of detect secret doors), etc. Most are situational, and you'll end up wearing one the most.

But to answer your question, stick with fortification on robes or outfits until you find another item with it on it. Those crits start to hit really hard the more you level up, and negating them is a life saver.

[RS-Makk]

Thanks a lot! This is very useful.

What usually are the type of other items that have fortification (so I can keep my eye out for them in the AH)? In other words, what should I be searching for in the AH to see if there are some there?

[Cedwin]

I've seen heavy fortification on belts, rings, necklaces, and outfits/robes.

I can't recall ever seeing it on a helmet or bracers.

[richieelias]

Very rarely you will find bugged items with effects on them that shouldnt appear, like fort on a helm. For instance I have a pair of Boots with lightning guard, a ring with acid guard, and another ring with fireguard.

I wouldnt count on seeing things like this though. Especially since they seem to have snuffed most things like that out since Mod 8.

[Xeriphim]

Minos legens helm outa orchid , reward for turning in 20 tapestrys . ml 11 , toughness ( 20 hit pooint gain) and Heavy fortification helmet slot . ^^. Just do some orchid loot runs til you have the tapestries required an get a mino legens helm long as your level 11+ you can wear it . fort problems sorted , the extra hit points also good , saving you a robe/outfit slot .

[Aerendil]

Minos legens helm outa orchid , reward for turning in 20 tapestrys . ml 11 , toughness ( 20 hit pooint gain) and Heavy fortification helmet slot . ^^. Just do some orchid loot runs til you have the tapestries required an get a mino legens helm long as your level 11+ you can wear it . fort problems sorted , the extra hit points also good , saving you a robe/outfit slot .

^^ Yep, exactly.

For moderate fortification (I'd assume heavy is similar in slots), I've so far pulled a ring, a belt (also with +1 con), and robe on Cannith, all level 6-8 requirement, with moderate fortification on them. All on the same character as well, so I've either been extremely lucky, or they've upped the drop rates on mod. fort gear.

[Arvess]

I have a Vulkoorim Dervish robe and chaos guard bracers. I'm lvl 16 and am looking for an upgrade. What's good? Both the White Dragon Scale and the Dragon touched armor seem to involve excessive farming. Any preferences? My AC is about 47 without barkskin.

[Xeriphim]

Farm gargomol the giant named skeleton in subteraine til one a his 2 chests drops an Icy Rainment for you . Very nice outfit that you won't have to grind alot of SoS raids for DT, and it's considered slightly better / on par with whitescale . Also alot easier to farm the Icy then the other two .