The Passive Abilities found in armor skill lines rank among the best Skill Point investments you can make. It’s fair to say that each armor type (light, medium, and heavy) is defined less by the protection it offers than by its related Passive Abilities.
In general:
- Light Armor Passives benefit Magicka-focused builds.
- Medium Armor Passives benefit Stamina-focused builds.
- Heavy Armor Passives benefit Health-focused builds.
Of course, players often mix and match armor types to great effect. But enjoying the benefits granted by any armor Passive means progressing—and investing in—the related skill line.
Each armor skill line also offers its own Active Ability. Once unlocked, you can slot and use an armor Active Ability no matter which armor type is equipped.