The Elden Ring DLC brings many new armor sets that add unique looks and improve different gameplay mechanics, from boosting damage to giving defensive perks.
Here is our list of the top 10 best new armor sets you shouldn’t miss in your Elden Ring DLC gameplay.
1. Horned Warrior Helm
The Horned Warrior Helm is a piece of armor introduced in Elden Ring DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree. You can get this powerful helmet as a rare drop by beating the Horned Warriors, tough enemies in the game. This helmet is part of the Horned Warrior Set, which includes the Helm, Chest Armor, Gauntlets, and Leg Armor.
The set offers a balanced amount of poise and defense, much like the Knight Set in the base game. When you wear the Horned Warrior Helm, it changes how your character looks and gives various defensive benefits.
- Effect: +5 Strength
- Location: Found in the Bell Rat Tower by farming horned warriors near the small private altar site of Grace.
2. Curse Blade Mask
The Curseblade Mask is a new helmet introduced in Elden Ring’s “Shadow of the Erdtree” DLC. This item is part of the Ascetic’s Set, a group of gear that mirrors the look of those who call on divinity.
Wearing the Curseblade Mask not only provides the defense to protect the player’s head but also changes the character’s appearance.
- Effect: +5 Dexterity
- Location: Dropped by Curse Blade enemy dancers, often the first encountered enemy in the DLC.
3. Armor of Solitude
The Armor of Solitude is a piece of heavy chest armor introduced in Elden Ring’s “Shadow of the Erdtree” DLC. This armor is part of the Solitude Set.
The set provides excellent damage negation and resistance, making it suitable for tank builds. To obtain the Armor of Solitude, players must defeat the Blackgaol Knight in the Western Nameless region.
Once equipped, it offers increased defense and resistance, changing the player’s appearance to reflect a heavy, steel-clad warrior adorned with a black cloak.
- Effect: High poison resistance
- Location: Found in the western nameless Mausoleum right as you enter the DLC area. Be prepared for a tough fight.
4. Death Knight’s Armor
The Death Knight’s Armor is a piece of heavy chest armor introduced in Elden Ring’s “Shadow of the Erdtree” DLC. This armor is part of the Death Knight Set, designed for those seeking an intimidating and formidable appearance combined with substantial defensive capabilities.
You can acquire the Death Knight’s Armor by defeating the Death Knight Commander, a challenging boss located in the Shadowlands region. This boss encounter is known for its difficulty, so ensure you’re well-prepared with appropriate gear and strategies.
- Effect: Enhances Capital Ancient Dragon Call incantations, especially boosting new lightning spells.
- Location: Dark Light Catacombs’ second level, hidden behind a secret room that requires some navigation through the area.
5. Vergis Armor
The ‘Vergis Armor’ is the ‘Verdigris Armor,’ a heavy chest armor added in Elden Ring’s ‘Shadow of the Erdtree’ extra content.
This armor is part of the Verdigris Set, known for giving great Toughness Protection, and good defense. You can get the Verdigris Armor by beating Moore, who attacks you in the Shadowlands area.
This fight can be pretty hard, so make sure you’re ready with the right gear and plans.
- Effect: Highest defense and Poise in the game.
- Location: Obtained from the NPC Moore. Two methods: convince Moore to remain sad forever or complete part of his quest and find secondary NPCs to trigger an invasion.
6. Knight Set
The Knight Set is a special armor set in Elden Ring, known for its durability and considerable damage negation.
This set is classified as Heavyweight armor composed of four pieces: helms, chest armor, gauntlets, and leg armor.
- Effect: Aesthetic cape and strong defensive capabilities.
- Location: Found in the Bonnie Gale, accessed from the Morth Ruins. Navigate through caves and cellars to reach it.
7. Fire Knight Armor
In Elden Ring, the “Fire Knight Armor” can be identified with the Fire Prelate Set, a robust armor set associated with the Fire Prelates.
This set is known for its high defense and fire resistance, making it ideal for players who deal with fire-based enemies or wield fire magic themselves.
You can receive the Fire Prelate Set by farming specific enemies known as Fire Prelates. These enemies are commonly found in fire-themed areas or near locations with heavy fire influence.
- Effect: Bonuses to HP, stamina, and equip load.
- Location: Dropped by Fire Knight enemies inside Shadow Keep. Can be farmed starting from the storehouse seventh-floor site of Grace.
8. Rakshasa set armor
The Rakshasa Set is an armor set introduced in the Elden Ring as part of the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC.
This set includes four pieces: a head, chest armor, gauntlets, and leg armor. It is thematically inspired by demon-like beings known as Rakshasas from Eastern mythology.
You can acquire the Rakshasa Set by defeating the Rakshasa in the Eastern Nameless Mausoleum, which is a part of the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. The chest armor specifically, known as the Rakshasa Armor, is also dropped by the Rakshasa boss.
- Effect: Increases damage dealt per piece equipped but also increases damage taken.
- Location: Located in the Eastern nameless Mausoleum. Start from the Recluse River Downstream to find this challenging opponent. Comes with the Weed Cutter Ash of War.
9. The Red Bear’s Set
“The Red Bear’s Set” is a complete set of DLC Armor added to Elden Ring as part of the “Shadow of the Erdtree” DLC. To get the Red Bear’s Set, you need to defeat a boss named Red Bear located in the Northern Nameless Mausoleum.
The set includes items such as the Red Bear’s Claw fist weapon, the Fang Helm, the Iron Rivet Armor, the Iron Rivet Gauntlets, and the Iron Rivet Greaves.
The Red Bear miniboss is also challenging, and it’s recommended to review strategies and tips on how to defeat him. He drops the entire Red Bear’s Set along with his unique weapon, the Red Bear’s Claw.
- Effect: Increases bear incantations.
- Location: Northern nameless Mausoleum and Red Rune Bear boss. Red Bear Claws included.
10. Gravebird’s Blackquill Armor
“Gravebird’s Blackquill Armor” is a new armor piece introduced in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC for Elden Ring.
This armor is part of the Gravebird Set and is designed to increase jump attack damage when equipped. You can find Gravebird’s Blackquill Armor by pillaging a corpse near rows of gravestones in the Land of Shadow.
The complete Gravebird Set includes four armor pieces: Helms, Chest Armor, Gauntlets, and Leg Armor. When fully equipped, the set enhances ringed light spells and jumping attacks. Additionally, the set is lightweight, offering decent physical resistance and additional defensive stats.
- Effect: Unique aesthetic with flapping features.
- Location: Found in the Red Forest altar, mid-way through the Temple Town ruin site of Grace.
Feel free to use and share these armor sets to improve your journey through the Elden Ring DLC.
Each armor set comes with its own strategic advantages and visual appeal, so find the ones that best suit your playstyle.
If you find this list of Elden Ring armor sets, do check out our list of 8 best strength weapons to draw unlimited raw power in Elden Ring DLC.
