QUOTE(XMike @ Oct 11 2009, 00:34)

although I'm still not sure what resist chance does, I'm guessing it lets you dodge monster magic?
Basically, yes.If you resist, the mob's magic fails on you.
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My last Steel/Gold Equipment drop and it is quite lame...
Crude Steel Shortsword
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Weapon Damage Type Slashing
Attack Damage Multiplier 9.5
Attack Accuracy Bonus 9.1
Parry Chance 5.7
Burden 8.0
Interference 7.0
Primary Attribute Bonuses
Strength 0.8
Level 58 / Slot: 1handed / Type: One-handed weapon
+144 Sold "Crude Steel Shortsword"
One of my worst weapon drops ever.