It was mostly a response to your comment saying how troll armor was useless before H&H.

I can understand that you look at it from a perspective based on usefulness after spending 1,647 hours in the game (wtf). Through the eyes of a new player, at least from what I could observe when playing with various friends, troll armor was a pleasant and motivating undertake. The party had to somewhat prepare for the fight, get food and set out on a journey. I'd even say that the fights were quite challenging for very new players to this genre and therefore provding a very rewarding sense of accomplishment.

But back to the main topic about root armor: Yes, it may not be "required" to be in the game but I also think it's a nice addition, just like troll armor because of the above reasons.

In terms of usefulness, the additional bow damage multiplier is kinda cool but doesn't really fit thematically. The bow bonus could have been on deer hide instead as a reprsentation of "mastering the art of hunting". The root armor on the otherhand could have had an affect related to "roots" as in a mechanic that would slow or bind enemies. Aesthically speaking, the armor fits into this game's universe really well though.

Only thing I kinda don't like about it is the quantity of drops and items required. Why is it dropping 5 at once? Could have been like 1-3 and also requiring less to craft.