Best armour in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - early & late game options

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You won't get very far in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom without a decent set of armour. Like in Breath of the Wild, armour is an important aspect. And not only for combat, but scaling terrain, resisting the elements and, let's face it, looking badass.

So what's the best armour setup in Tears of the Kingdom? There's no right answer, of course. It depends on the scenario. Unfortunately there aren't any full set bonuses this time, but it's still worth wearing a complete set. For the stats and the looks.

Still, we don't think it'll hurt to share some of our favourites. From the fanciest looking set to the completely practical, we'll also offer advice for those just starting out and those who are a bit further along. Keep reading for our top armour picks for Tears of the Kingdom.

So you've just started a new game, and the enemies aren't too challenging. Still, you'll need suitable armour for your early adventures in Hyrule. Before we get started on our favourite starter packs, we'll recommend here that the shop in Rito Village has some pretty affordable stuff (not to mention a few handy cold resistant items).

A great set for many reasons, but it's perfect for gliding through the early parts of the game with ease. For starters, it lets you swim up waterfalls. It's easy to obtain, too, as you'll grab it as part of the main storyline.

To begin the search for this armour, investigate the 'Regional Phenomena' quest to the east (right-hand) side of the map. Once you're there, keep doing the Zora quests — including 'A Token of Friendship' and 'The Never-Ending Lecture' — to complete the set.

Does exactly what it says on the tin. The Hylian Armour set offers quality protection for your early travels, and shouldn't set you