When comparing a 200 armor heavy suit and a 150 armor heavy suit that adds a 50% reduction in explosive damage, which provides greater protection against enemies like the Illuminate or bots? Would one suit be more effective than the other, or is there a clear advantage depending on the situation?
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With recent changes and fixes to how explosive damage works, explosive resistance can be less crucial than before. I used to rely on it but now prefer other benefits since sometimes even with resistance, other factors like terrain can still be deadly.
In most scenarios, the 200 armor is going to come out on top. It’s only slightly less effective against explosive blasts, so if those are your main concern, the resistance armor might have an edge. But overall, if you want a solid choice across the board, go for the 200 armor.
It’s really situational. The 200 armor is generally superior when looking at pure protection, but if you’re fighting enemies that rely heavily on explosives, the 50% explosion reduction can be a big help. There are specific enemies, like certain bots and some attacks from bile bugs, that are considered explosive, making the resistance option more appealing in those fights.
In terms of pure effective health, the 200 armor usually leads the pack. However, I often go for the armor with explosive resistance—not just for the explosions but for the bonus reduction in recoil. It lets me deal with enemies faster, which can mean taking less damage in general.
