Tears of the Kingdom guide
The right armor turns freezing peaks, burning volcanoes and the pitch-black Depths into easy walks. Here are the armor sets worth hunting first, what each one does, and how to upgrade them with the Great Fairies.
Each piece gives its effect on its own; wearing all three pieces of an upgraded set adds a set bonus.
| Set | Effect | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Archaic set | Basic starter armor | The Great Sky Island |
| Snowquill set | Cold resistance | Hebra and the Wind Temple |
| Zora Armor | Faster swimming and climbing waterfalls | Lanayru and the Water Temple |
| Flamebreaker set | Flame guard | Death Mountain and the Fire Temple |
| Desert Voe set | Heat resistance | The Gerudo Desert by day |
| Climbing set | Faster climbing | Cliffs, towers and mountains |
| Glide set | Better skydiving and gliding | Sky islands |
| Miner's set | Gives off light | The Depths |
| Froggy set | Slip resistance in the rain | Climbing during storms |
| Stealth set | Quieter movement | Sneaking up on enemies and animals |
| Barbarian set | Attack up | Boss fights |
Great Fairies upgrade armor in exchange for materials and rupees. Each fountain has to be restored before it can help you. The armor upgrade cost list shows the materials and rupees for every set and level.
Spicy, chilly and fireproof elixirs cover you until you buy the matching armor.
Change armor whenever the area changes. There is no penalty for swapping.
Two stars on a full set gives a set bonus; spreading upgrades thin does not.
One cold-resistant piece is often enough for mild cold. Save the full set for the worst areas.
Several sets are hidden in the Depths. Light the way with Lightroots and Brightblooms.
Once you find a dye shop, you can recolor any armor you like wearing.
It depends on the job. Climbing and Glide sets are best for exploring, Barbarian for attack, and upgraded sets with high defense for the final fights.
Restore a Great Fairy fountain, then bring the materials and rupees she asks for. Each upgrade adds defense, and two stars on a full set adds a set bonus.
Wear cold-resistant armor like the Snowquill set, or eat spicy dishes and Spicy Elixirs until you have it.
Wear the Flamebreaker set or drink Fireproof Elixirs. Without flame guard you catch fire near the volcano.
There are four Great Fairies, and each one has to be restored before she can upgrade your armor.
