Quote Originally Posted by Poulp' View Post
well, defense skill isn't taken into account against missiles.
Try blocking a volley of arrow with a spear or a sword. That ain't easy. A shield however makes it quite a bit more easy. And well armour always helps.
Also an amour piercing attribute having an effect on your enenmies defence skill wlould be a wierd thing.
AP only halves the armour points. Nothing more, nothing less.