Dexterity

Dexterity is one of your character's nine physical stats.

The following skills are governed by this stat:
 * Dagger (×2)
 * Sword (×2)
 * Spear (×2)
 * Survival
 * Timbercraft
 * Fishing
 * Hideworking
 * Woodcarving
 * Climbing
 * Skiing
 * Shield
 * Club
 * Axe
 * Flail
 * Bow
 * Crossbow
 * Unarmed

As one can tell from the length of the list, Dexterity influences almost every skill used in the game.