Those trained to use Heavy Armor make more efficient use of Iron, Steel, Dwarven, Orcish, Ebony, and Daedric armors. - In game Description.
[edit] Basic Information
Heavy Armor is the skill that governs your ability to fight take hits in Heavy Armor. The higher your Heavy Armor level, less damage you take.
[edit] Perks
| Perk | Skill Level Requirement | Perk Requirement | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juggernaut (5 levels) | 0/20/40/60/80 | Increases armor rating for Heavy Armor by 20%/40%/60%/80%/100% | |
| Fists of Steel | 30 | Juggernaut | Unarmed attacks with Heavy Armor gauntlets do their armor rating in extra damage. |
| Cushioned | 50 | Fists of Steel | Half damage from falling if wearing all Heavy Armor: head, chest, hands, feet |
| Conditioning | 70 | Cushioned | Heavy Armor weighs nothing and doesn't slow you down when worn. |
| Well Fitted | 30 | Juggernaut | 25% Armor bonus if wearing all Heavy Armor: head, chest, hands, feet |
| Tower of Strength | 50 | Well Fitted | 50% less stagger when wearing only Heavy Armor. |
| Matching Set | 70 | Tower of Strength | Additional 25% Armor bonus if wearing a matched set of Heavy Armor. |
| Reflect Blows | 100 | Matching Set | 10% chance to reflect melee damage back to the enemy while wearing all Heavy Armor: head, chest, hands, feet |


