Best Armor Sets – The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

Abu Bakar Karim
By Abu Bakar Karim
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Best Armor Sets - The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

Learn about the best armor sets to suit up in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

Exploring the open-world of Hyrule, along with tons of weaponry and armor is another fun thing to do in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on the weekend. As the devs introduced the Fuse system, it enhanced the experience by several folds. Even though that just gives you an excuse to craft some outrageously overpowered weapons and armor to breeze through Hyrule, there are some pre-built items to try on.

Of course, finding the best armor won’t be easy. There are other factors to count in as well, such as durability is quite a let-down for most of them. With that in mind, let’s scavenge for the best armor sets in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

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Best Armor Sets in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

We tried to summon up a perfect combination of two armor sets that will cover you right after the tutorial on Great Sky Island. Link’s initial garments might look a bit snazzy. Needless to say, they won’t last long against the menacing monsters in the open-world of Hyrule. Below are the best ones we think that you might put on till the curtain drops.

Barbarian Armor Set

best barbarian armor zelda tears of the kingdom
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For the early stages, this Barbarian Armor set will do the trick. However, it may not last forever but will keep your body in one piece.

ContentStatsEffectLocation
Barbarian Armor3 DefenseIncreased AttackCrenel Hills Cave
Barbarian Helm3 DefenseIncreased AttackRobred Dropoff Cave
Barbarian Leg Wraps3 DefenseIncreased AttackWalnot Mountain Cave

Climber’s Armor Set

best climber armor zelda tears of the kingdom
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You need the Climber Armor set in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom that will turn even the steepest peaks and walls into a walk in the park. Since climbing is a major part of anywhere in Hyrule, you will not want to waste time huffing and puffing up a mountain. The whole set will give you a noticeable upgrade and won’t drain your stamina as much as before.

ContentStatsEffectLocation
Climber’s Bandana3 DefenseClimb Speed UpPloymus Mountain Cave
Climbing Boots3 DefenseClimb Speed UpAt the end of the Upland Zorana Byroad
Climbing Gear3 DefenseClimb Speed UpNorth Hyrule Plain Cave

Glide Armor Set

best glide armor zelda tears of the kingdom
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Fly with a built-in Paraglide in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. This armor set is the go-to for traversing the open world without getting your stamina drained. Moreover, if you upgrade it, you can avoid fall damage.

ContentStatsEffectLocation
Glide Mask2 DefenseSkydive Mobility UpInteract with the Steward Construct in
Valor Island
Glide Shirt2 DefenseSkydive Mobility UpInteract with the Steward Construct in Courage Island
Climbing Gear2 DefenseSkydive Mobility UpInteract with the Steward Construct in
Bravery Island

Miner Armor Set

best miners armor zelda tears of the kingdom
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Miner’s Armor Set in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom comes with a bonus ability called Shining Steps. It will provide you with some much-needed illumination in the cavernous darkness. You will be easily able to navigate through the Dark Depths. Also, no need to worry about tripping over rocks like a clumsy Zora.

ContentStatsEffectLocation
Miner’s Mask3 DefenseGlowAbandoned Kara Kara Mine, Gerudo Desert Depths
Miner’s Top3 DefenseGlowDaphnes Canyon Mine, Central Hyrule Depths
Miner’s Trousers3 DefenseGlowHylia Canyon Mine, Central Hyrule Depths

Fierce Deity Armor Set

best fierce deity armor zelda tears of the kingdom
Credit: @Lootward (Youtube)

The Fierce Deity armor set in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is right now the most popular one. The mystical look, along with a mean punch in battle, seems to have attracted enough attention. Wearing this set will give Link a flat attack bonus that will make every weapon he wields stronger than a Goron’s grip. It’s more like having the power of a deity on your side.

ContentStatsEffectLocation
Fierce Deity Mask3 DefenseAttack UpSkull Lake Cave
Fierce Deity Armor3 DefenseAttack UpAkkala’s Citadel Ruins
Fierce Deity Boots3 DefenseAttack UpAncient Tree Stump Cave

Zora’s Armor Set

best zoras armor zelda tears of the kingdom
Credit: @Lootward (Youtube)

The Zora Armor set in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is a must-have. Put on the armor, which will make navigating through the water much easier. Moreover, Link will be able to swim up even waterfalls.

ContentStatsEffectLocation
Zora Helm3 DefenseSwim Speed UpInteract with Khira and Chroma in Zora’s Domain
Zora Armor3 DefenseSwim Speed UpComplete “Restoring the Zora Armor
Zora Greaves3 DefenseSwim Speed UpInteract with Yona after completing the “Sidon of the Zora

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