Picking armor in
Assassin’s Creed Shadows
isn’t just about style; it’s about how you want to play. Want to stay quiet in the shadows? There’s gear for that. Prefer kicking down the front door with a
powerful katana
With nothing to fear? There are numerous choices available. Every set of armor within the game includes distinct advantages, yet even though some might seem impressive at first glance, just a handful truly stand out when you’re actively playing.
Regardless of whether you’re playing as Naoe or Yasuke, there are approximately fifty armor pieces available, making it challenging to determine which ones deserve your attention. We’ll help simplify this process for you.
Elegant Samurai Outfit
More Posture Damage
The Refined Samurai Attire enhances your ability to retain adrenaline rather than expending it immediately. With each complete adrenaline bar, Yasuke inflicts 20% increased posture damage. This implies that the greater your control over your adrenaline, the stronger your strikes will be when you finally decide to breach your opponent’s defense.
If you’re looking for the Elegant Samurai Outfit, head over to the Megalithic Vault located in the Yamato area, north-east of Izumi Settsu. Upon arriving at the vault, locate the outfit inside a chest—no tricks involved, simply explore.
Master Archer Outfit
Increased Impact of Projectile Arms
The Master Archer Outfit is ideal for enthusiasts of long-range combat. Equipped with this gear, you will experience a significant increase in damage output for ranged attacks.
ranged weapons
This feature makes it ideal for stealthy long-range attacks, allowing you to eliminate foes from a distance before they even spot you.
To obtain the Master Archer Outfit, make your way to Tsuruga Castle located in the Wakasa region. This special attire is secured within a Legendary Chest situated in the north section of the castle. However, you must first defeat two formidable Samurai Daisho guarding this location. After overcoming these challenges, the chest containing the outfit will be accessible to you.
Noh Masterstroke Costume
Proximity Enemy Pact Impact Conditions
Using the Noh Masterstroke Costume, whenever you eliminate an opponent who is already poisoned, bleeding, or affected by another status condition, this effect begins to accumulate on surrounding foes as well. You won’t have to drench everything in poison; this will happen automatically.
Strike a single target with a dart, allow the effect to linger for some time, and subsequently eliminate them. This elimination will spread the same accumulated debuff to nearby enemies. This set of armor complements tools or armaments that impose conditions such as poisoning or burning effectively.
Legendary Onna-musha Kosode
Intrude and Break the Opponent’s Cadence
If you fancy hit-and-run strategies or simply relish manipulating enemy positions, the Legendary Onna-musha Kosode is ideal for you. This lightweight armor allows you to barrel into foes and disrupt their actions effortlessly.
You’ll need to head to Uda Matsuyama Castle in the Yamato region and take out some Samurai Daisho to find the Legendary Onna-musha Kosode. If your style leans toward quick movement, disrupting enemies and controlling the flow of a fight, this armor is a solid choice.
Last Dance of the Onryo Robe
Cheat Death
The Last Dance of the Onryo Robe is not as elegant as the Master Assassin Gear, but it does its job well, especially when you want a bit of a safety net in tough fights. With this robe, you don’t have to worry about dying for about eight seconds. That’s a handy lifesaver when things go wrong.
You can find this robe in a Legendary Chest located at the Grave of the Three Emperors. To get there, head east from Shattered Coast to Onyu Pass in the Wakasa Province. The chest is tucked away behind a building in a small stone alcove.
Destroyer Samurai Armor
Adversaries’ Assaults Amount to Nothing Against You
With the Destroyer Samurai Armor, Yasuke can endure more hits without being staggered or knocked off balance. This allows him to maintain offensive pressure even when under assault. The Destroyer Samurai Armor is particularly useful when facing multiple enemies, as every hit they land on you will barely move you.
Before obtaining the Destroyer Samurai Armor, you need to finish the “Fighting for the Cause” quest. The mission takes place at the Hibuse Fudo Temple, where Yasuke faces off against Kimura Kei, a powerful Templar opponent.
Defense Master Clothing
Parry and Heal
If you’re the type of player who remains composed when pressured and executes perfect parries, then Defense Master Clothing is designed for you. Following a successful parry, you’ll have a brief opportunity. If you strike during this period, Yasuke will regain some health (approximately one-tenth of his maximum HP).
You’ll discover this equipment hidden within Himeji Castle located in the Harima district. However, it isn’t simply left exposed. To access it, you must clear the zone by defeating five formidable Samurai Daisho warriors patrolling the premises. After these opponents have been neutralized, a legendary chest will unlock, revealing the armor inside.
Yurei-Walker Robes
Enemies Go Deaf
If you want to stay out of sight and out of earshot, just put on the Yurei-Walker Robes. It helps you move more quietly through hostile areas. It’s particularly helpful when you’re dealing with tightly packed enemy camps or patrolling guards who react to the sound of footsteps, gear movement or climbing.
To be clear, the Yurei-Walker Robe doesn’t mute all noise, but it narrows their detection range when you make noise. For example, if you sprint across a wooden floor or drop down from a ledge, there’s less chance they’ll notice unless they’re very close. That gives you more time to reposition, take cover or line up a silent takedown without rushing.
Master Assassin Gear
Eliminates Two Additional Health Bars
You can only get this armor late in the game. You have to finish the “Out of the Shadows” quest before you can get your hands on the Master Assassin Gear. This light armor has a deep red color scheme with dragon patterns and a samurai-style shoulder piece. It fits Naoe’s vibe without being overdone.
This armor removes two extra health bars when you assassinate an enemy. That’s on top of the standard damage from a normal stealth takedown. So if a guard has three health segments, and you land a clean assassination, they’re out cold. No backup, no scuffle, just done.
Protector’s Armor
Parry Unstoppable Hits
Remember those powerful enemy attacks that typically ignore your defense and plow right into you? When Yasuke wears the Protector’s Armor, he has the ability to confront these hits directly rather than dodging them or taking damage. Instead, he can counter-parry them as though they were ordinary strikes.
But then, Protector’s Armor is not some magic shield that makes you invincible. You still have to time your parry right. It opens up new options in fights that would normally force you into defense or retreat. If you’re already the kind of player who leans into parrying and likes to control the tempo of battle, this armor just smooths out the rough edges — making those “unfair” attacks more manageable.