When Heavy Armor and Slow Dodge Can Work
Some players enjoy tank builds with heavy armor and high poise to shrug off hits. These builds usually rely less on dodging and more on blocking and poise mechanics to survive.

These players accept slower rolls and fewer i-frames.

They can afford to take a hit without staggering, but risk being overwhelmed if caught by unblockable or AoE attacks.

Heavy roll is a calculated trade-off here.

However, for most players, especially those new to Elden Ring, staying in light or medium load with agile dodging is recommended.

Tips to Quickly Check and Adjust Equipment Load
Press the menu button and look at your current equipment load percentage.

If above 70%, consider shedding armor or switching weapons.

Keep in mind your endurance stat and invest in it if you want to increase your maximum equip load.

Experiment with different armor sets and find the sweet spot for your playstyle.

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