'BONE ARMOR USE', 'MYSTICAL ARMOR USE', 'STONE ARMOR USE' (2180)
Syntax: These skills are automatic. See 'ARMOR DEFLECTION' for a broader discussion of protecting yourself with armor. These skills also apply to shields. Skill at Bone Armor Use represents the familiarity and training needed to get the most protection out of armor made of bone and related materials. (Dragon bone is a rarer, denser material not taught about in any known guild.) Bone armor is often bulky, but some guilds prefer it for reasons of availability or symbolism. This skill boosts the ability of a piece's ARMOR CLASS to deflect a blow. Skill at Mystical Armor Use is only taught to the mages and anti-paladins who are most familiar with these exotic and rare pieces of armor. A clever mage can learn to maximize the benefit of armor made from the raw elements and energies available to the mysterious creators of such items. Mystical armor is especially potent against non-physical attacks. Skill at Stone Armor Use is only known among those dwarves and svirfnebli who most commonly make use of such painfully heavy materials. While most adventurers consider stone too heavy and difficult to craft for common use, these cultures are familiar with the unique strength and durability of stone. Stone armor is particularly effective in deflecting slashing and blunt attacks. See also: LIGHT ARMOR USE, METAL ARMOR USE