Explore the top 10 armor sets in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Find out which gear offers the best defense, unique abilities, and crucial resistances for your Hyrule adventure.
Discover the best armor sets in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, from early-game defense boosts to specialized gear for exploring the Depths and sky. This guide ranks the top 10 sets based on their unique abilities, defensive capabilities, and overall usefulness throughout Link's journey.
Best Armor Sets in Tears of the Kingdom
10. Phantom Set
The Phantom set offers a strong early-game defense boost with a base stat of 24, requiring no upgrades. It also provides an Attack Up bonus, making it a superior choice to the Hylian set early on. The main drawback is that it cannot be upgraded, capping its defense at 24.
Locations:
- Phantom Helmet: Map Marker
- Phantom Armor: Map Marker
- Phantom Greaves: Map Marker
9. Froggy Set
With a low base defense (3 per piece, max 20), the Froggy set excels in utility. It allows Link to stick to surfaces, preventing slips on wet or steep terrain, which is invaluable given Hyrule's frequent rain. While not ideal for combat, it's easily swappable and acquired through various side quests without cost.
8. Glide Set
New to Tears of the Kingdom, the Glide set enhances aerial mobility and provides an 'Impact Proof' set bonus, negating fall damage. Each piece can be upgraded to 16 defense, though this is less crucial as its primary function is exploration. It's essential for avid explorers navigating the skies.
Locations:
- Glide Mask: Map Marker
- Glide Shirt: Map Marker
- Glide Tights: Map Marker
7. Soldier’s Set
The Soldier set offers a traditional, protective aesthetic. While its base stats are lower than the Phantom set, it can achieve one of the highest defenses in the game (84) after upgrades. It lacks a set bonus but provides excellent protection for direct combat.
Locations:
- Soldier’s Helm: Map Marker
- Soldier’s Armor: Map Marker
- Soldier’s Greaves: Map Marker
6. Of The Depths Set
This set is crucial for countering Gloom. Each piece increases Gloom resistance, providing specific hearts against Gloom effects. The full set grants Gloom Attack Resistance, ideal for exploring the Depths or facing Gloom-based enemies. Acquiring it involves extensive Depths exploration and finding Bargainer Statues.
5. Miner’s Set
Another functional set for the Depths, the Miner set illuminates the surroundings, removing the need for Brightbloom Seeds. The complete set also leaves a glowing trail, simplifying exploration. Its aesthetic is rugged and practical.
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