Ok I admit it I am level 11 and wanted to fight level 12 or 13 Enemies and all I can say is: nope.
They have like 5-10 times armor compared to the amount of damage I do and do the same damage to me. At first I thought people are overcomplaining but yes you were right it is no fun to go back every single level to get new weapons and armor at traders. Even with lucky charm 6 I barely find enough so traders are by far the most important source for items espiacially weapons.
That and the fact that loot especially items that look cool and worthy are completly useless a level or 2 later is just stupid. I guess I am stopping the game now and getting a mod to reduce the number spread. Sadly.....
Indeed.
There are a few exceptions though, especially in Reapers Coast, where you can find/steal some very potent uniques that are best in slot for atleast 3-4 levels. Spoilers below.
- Enrach, a 300 physical str armor that gives str+con+two handed and movespeed can be stolen from the Bloodmoon Isles merchant, at a time where most armors range from like 150-200 physical armor.
- Belt with 70 armor, +con, +poly, +singlehanded and deflective barrior at a time where most belts have like 25-35 armor. Can be stolen from Eithne in Cloisterwood.
- Reavers Axe from Bloodmoon Isles, 100 dmg 2h axe with 20% crit and 2 sockets that will carry you several levels, although you will probably need some serious +accuracy and peace of mind when you first find it.
Just a few from the top of my head.