When choosing armor, consider what you need to defend against or block. Matching sets will give you a lot of resistance in select areas. Mixing will vary your defense, but might not max out the defense in any given category. Most people build a few sets and switch it out depending on the situation.
Also, check to see if your armor or shield will provide any bonuses to match your play style. As a sword user, you'd benefit from the Wolver line and also the Bristling Buckler line.
When choosing armor, consider what you need to defend against or block. Matching sets will give you a lot of resistance in select areas. Mixing will vary your defense, but might not max out the defense in any given category. Most people build a few sets and switch it out depending on the situation.
Also, check to see if your armor or shield will provide any bonuses to match your play style. As a sword user, you'd benefit from the Wolver line and also the Bristling Buckler line.