Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – How To Get The Champion’s Leathers | Best Early Armor Guide

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Right at the start of Tears of the Kingdom, Link can acquire a powerful (and iconic) version of the blue tunic from the original game. This enhanced version adds more defense and leather armor to the outfit, giving you a good leg up over the dangerous monsters that stalk Hyrule. Getting it is extremely simple and can be done as early as after you’ve used the Lookout Landing Skyview Tower. Once you’ve got the tower up and running, you’ll be able to explore the floating Hyrule Castle and solve a secret. We’ll explain everything you need to know in the full guide below.

While you’re in Hyrule Castle, you can also unlock another secret — the ultra powerful Hylian Shield. This hidden weapon also requires a similar puzzle to solve. Grab both and you’ll really start looking like a classic depiction of Link.

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While you don’t need this quest to acquire the Champion’s Tunic, you can get a clue to find the outfit naturally in Hateno Village. Hateno Village is located in the far southeast of the realm — follow the signs and then find your old house from Breath of the Wild. The house is in the southwest of Hateno Village. Go to the back of the house and drop down into the well. Read Zelda’s Journal to learn the hidden location of a new Champion’s Tunic.

The Champion’s Leathers are a special tunic that is an upgraded and enhanced version of the Champion’s Tunic from the first game. First of all,