Enchanting is a big contributor to this, providing magical effects to your gear. Unlike most games, crafting items in Skyrim is absurdly strong and is the pathway to obtaining the strongest gear possible.
Related: Skyrim: The Best Robes And How To Find Them Some of that customization comes from Skyrim's crafting skills that allow you to make, refine, and enchant gear. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim offers an endless amount of replayability thanks to its flexible character customization and near-endless number of quests.