Another advantage of Wizardry 8 combat system is the convenience in body looting. Might and Magic often makes us to pursue the enemy bodies sliding down the hill or simply loose the dragon carcass after killing him over the water. Here you don't have to care about it. Each character can wear the armor, pants, boots, stylish cap and wield up to two weapons - if, of course, his race or class do not put any restrictions. Additionally, you can use eight backpack slots for storing other essential items.
All items have a set of evident and hidden features.
If the thing looks like nothing special in it, it does not mean it is not cursed or enchanted. You can know it for sure only having your magic abilities improved. Nothing is for no reason in Wizardry 8 world. You have used you bow to shot someone - your bow skill is improved. No way - you found only the things scattered over the surface.