just started endgame, thanks to sheu

i have elite armor wand and bracer, however i have a pink helm.

whats the stat differences, and why do elite int helm mages seem to nuke the living daylight out of me?

Also, why do people complain about 3pc vs 2pc, it's a 5 armor difference, seems negligible to me??

PS, how much do elite helms sell 4?