The Witcher 3: The Best Armor Sets, Ranked

Summary

• Geralt of Rivia needs durable armor sets to effectively hunt monsters and protect himself from various types of damage.
• Some armor sets, such as the Toussaint and Ofieri sets, provide both defense and additional bonuses like increased vitality or sign intensity.
• Players can acquire different armor sets through DLC, crafting, or purchasing, and each set offers unique benefits and playstyle options for Geralt.

Hunting monsters is tough, even for someone like Geralt of Rivia. Many of the magical creatures that roam the world can't be reasoned or bargained with. They'd much rather raze defenseless villages and tear the common folk apart - limb from limb. For the White Wolf to stand any chance against these beasts, he has to come prepared.

The 13 Best Armor Sets In Gaming

Gear up and take down enemies with these iconic armor sets - after all, you want to look good while defeating your foes.

Thankfully, there are plenty of armor sets in The Witcher 3 that make him very durable. Of course, some of them are very stylish, too, but in the dangerous life of a monster slayer, being effective is more important than looking good. The accessibility and viability of Geralt's gear are also important. With those things in mind, here are the best sets.

20 Toussaint Armor

You may see this armor set as a beautiful work of art or an eyesore. Regardless of your feelings about its looks, arguing against its effectiveness is hard. The Relic version, in particular, is resistant to all sorts of damage, including piercing, slashing, and bludgeoning.

Plus, it gives the wearer a significant boost in Vitality. Yet, you need the Blood and Wine DLC to acquire the heavy suit, which is easily missed during the Land of a Thousand Fables quest.

19 Ofieri Armor

The fancy Ofieri armor is part of the Hearts Of Stone expansion. It doesn't look like the most defensive set of clothing, but it provides a decent amount of bludgeoning and slashing resistance. And that's just a secondary bonus, as the main advantage of this set is how it increases your Sign intensity.

While each piece focuses on a particular Sign, they all receive some sort of boost. Unfortunately, you will need to craft all the armor yourself, and finding the diagrams takes some commitment. The result is worth the effort, though.

18 Temerian Armor

The Temerian armor is another set that's part of DLC, but at least this one is free. It's designed to protect the wearer, making them more resistant to several different things. For example, piercing, bludgeoning, slashing, monster, and elemental attacks all do less damage against someone donning this armor.

While the set won't help you much toward the end of the game, it's worth picking up early. And you can do so by purchasing it from Bram in White Orchard.

17 Nilfgaardian Armor

Comparisons between Netflix's show and CD Projekt Red's game are inevitable - if somewhat off base. The Witcher 3 is such an open-ended game that no two players will have the same experience. That being said, many would argue that The Witcher 3 did a better job with Nilfgaardian armor.

This free DLC armor set allows you to step into the shoes of the Black Ones. Should you wear this set, you'll receive a respectable boost to all forms of damage resistance. However, this set lacks any offensive boosts, so it's more useful for players who either have trouble dodging attacks or want to roleplay as a Nilfgaardian loyalist.

16 Skellige Armor (AKA Undvik Armor)

The Skellige armor - or Undvik armor as it's known in-game - is another piece of free DLC, compliments of CD Projekt Red. If the Skellige archipelago enchanted you with its beautiful islands, terrifying monsters, and fascinating culture, you could show your love for this land with this armor set.

Much like the Nilfgaardian set, the Skellige set mostly boosts Geralt's defensive capabilities. Aside from roleplaying, this set will help inexperienced Witchers get the hang of combat during their lower levels. If anything, players should think of the Skellige set and the Nilfgardian set as training suits; they'll help you get your bearings straight early on, but you'll eventually trade them in for more versatile armor sets.

15 Kaer Morhen Armor

Kaer Morhen is the stomping ground for most of the Witchers in the game. Built by the School of the Wolf, many great and famous warriors call this ancient castle home. Geralt of Rivia falls among that number - after, he's called the White Wolf for a reason. As proof of his affiliation, he sports this dazzling piece of armor.

Geralt wears Kaer Morhen's chest armor right from the start of the game. This medium leather chest piece offers decent protection from most forms of damage. It also looks great and is part of Geralt's signature costume. The Kaer Morhen armor will get outclassed very quickly unless you upgrade it over time.

14 Viper Armor

The Viper Set has several things going for it; it looks very similar to Geralt's iconic Kaer Morhen armor, boosts the White Wolf's defenses immensely, and it comes with two swords that wreak havoc during the Witcher 3's late-game! To get your hands on the Viper Set, you'll need to progress through the Hearts of Stone expansion pack - the first of The Witcher 3's major DLCs.

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You'll also have to craft most of the pieces of gear in this set - save for the Viper Venomous Silver Sword. Without spoiling Hearts of Stone, to get it, you'll need to help out Olgeird von Everec.

13 Assassin's Armor Set

For some reason, the Assassin armor set only has three parts, as there is no chest piece to go with the gauntlets, pants, and boots. However, the Critical Hit Chance bonus that the gauntlets grant is very welcome.

The defense bonuses the rest of the set granted aren't too bad, either. These gauntlets are must-haves if you want to make a build specializing in Combat Skills. You can either find them lying around, or you can craft them fairly easily.

12 The White Tiger Of The West Armor

The White Tiger of the West Armor set in The Witcher 3 is a legendary armor set with an eye-catching design and formidable defensive capabilities. With its striking white tiger motif, this armor set will make you and Geralt stand out on the battlefield.

Offering superior protection and enhanced stats, the White Tiger of the West Armor set is a top-tier choice if you want to combine style and functionality in your armor. Once the next-gen update was implemented, it's been sitting in Yennefer's Room in Vizima. It's in a chest under a window, so don't just zoom past it if you want to look good on the battlefield.

11 Dol Blathanna Armor

The Dol Blathanna Armor set is a visually stunning, highly effective armor set in combat. Known for its intricate elven design and craftsmanship, this armor set provides exceptional protection and combat bonuses.

If you're a fan of elven aesthetics and want to boost Geralt's combat prowess, the Dol Blathanna Armor set is a top contender. Like The White Tiger of the West Armor Set, you'll find it in Vizima right under your nose.