Armor
Template:Item Armor are special Clothes that Link can wear in Breath of the Wild.
Location and Uses
Armor serve a variety of purposes, primarily to provide Link with defensive padding, allowing him to endure more damage. Certain pieces of Armor can also protect Link from the elements. However, Armor can also act as a liability; metallic Armor in thunderstorms will attract lightning, risking Link's health.
List of Armor
Head Gear
Armor | Effect | Description |
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Amber Earrings |
4 Defense Heat Resistance |
One of the items sold by the Gerudo jeweler. These earrings are made with amber, a gem that harnesses the power of the land to increase defense when equipped. |
Ancient Helm |
4 Defense Guardian Resist |
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Barbarian Helm |
3 Defense Attack Up |
A helmet once worn by the warriors of an ancient warlike tribe from the Faron region. Wearing it draws out your inner animal, increasing your strength and battle prowess. |
Bokoblin Mask |
3 Defense | Kilton's handmade Bokoblin headgear. It's almost charming in a cute, monstrous kind of way... Equip it to blend in with Bokoblins. |
Cap of the Hero |
3 Defense | |
Cap of the Sky |
3 Defense | |
Cap of Time |
3 Defense | |
Cap of the Wild |
4 Defense | According to legend, this cap was crafted for a hero who travels the wild lands. Wearing it just feels so right. |
Cap of the Wind |
3 Defense | |
Climber's Bandanna |
3 Defense Climb Speed Up |
It may look like a regular bandanna, but it's actually infused with ancient technology that enhances core strength to improve your climbing ability. |
Dark Hood |
3 Defense | This headgear is the product of Kilton's monster research. He crafted it with a monster born from the shadows in mind. The eyes glow an eerie red in the dark. |
Desert Voe Headband |
3 Defense Heat Resistance |
Gerudo armor for males. Contains sapphire, which harnesses the power of ice to make the heat more bearable. |
Diamond Circlet |
4 Defense Guardian Resist |
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Fierce Deity Mask |
3 Defense Attack Up |
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Flamebreaker Helm |
3 Defense Flame Guard |
Stone headgear made by Goron craftsmen to protect tourists visiting Goron City. As if its flame resistance isn't enough of a selling point, it also covers your entire head! |
Gerudo Veil |
1 Defense | A mask worn by Gerudo women. It protects the skin from the harsh sun, but don't expect it to protect much in combat... |
Hylian Hood |
3 Defense | A hood woven using traditional Hyrulean methods. It's made from a sturdy material to protect travelers from the harsh sun and weather. |
Lizalfos Mask |
3 Defense Lizalfos Disguise |
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Lynel Mask |
3 Defense Lynel Disguise |
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Moblin Mask |
3 Defense Moblin Disguise |
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Opal Earrings |
3 Defense Swim Speed Up |
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Radiant Mask |
3 Defense Stal Lure |
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Ruby Circlet |
3 Defense Cold Resistance |
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Rubber Helm |
3 Defense Shock Resistance |
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Sapphire Circlet |
3 Defense Cold Resistance |
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Sheik's Mask |
2 Defense Stealth Up |
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Snowquill Headdress |
3 Defense Cold Resistance |
A Rito accessory made from snow-bird feathers. It's adorned with a ruby, a gem that harnesses the power of fire to make cold climates more tolerable. |
Soldier's Helm |
4 Defense | Headgear made from sturdy metals for frontline soldiers. Praised for their defensive capabilities, the only helms that remain are those that survived the Calamity. |
Stealth Mask |
2 Defense Stealth Up |
It may look like a regular cloth mask, but it was made using Sheikah crafting techniques to suppress the noisy rustling of clothes. Perfect for sneaking about. |
Thunder Helm |
3 Defense Lightning Proof |
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Topaz Earrings |
3 Defense Shock Resistance |
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Zora Helm |
3 Defense Swim Speed Up, Spin Attack |
Body Gear
Armor | Effect | Description |
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Ancient Cuirass |
4 Defense Guardian Resist |
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Barbarian Armor |
3 Defense Attack Up |
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Champion's Tunic |
5 Defense | In ancient Hyrule, this garment could only be worn by one who had earned the respect of the royal family. Equipping it will reveal an enemy's life gauge. |
Climbing Gear |
3 Defense Climb Speed Up Up |
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Dark Tunic |
3 Defense | |
Desert Voe Spaulder |
3 Defense Heat Resistance |
Armor for males sold rarely by Gerudo retailers. It contains sapphire, which harnesses the power of ice to make hot climates more tolerable. |
Fierce Deity Armor |
3 Defense Attack Up |
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Flamebreaker Armor |
3 Defense Flame Guard |
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Gerudo Top |
1 Defense | |
Hylian Tunic |
3 Defense | A common garb that achieved widespread popularity in Hyrule, particularly among travelers. Its light-yet-sturdy fabric doesn't limit movement. |
Old Shirt |
1 Defense | A thin shirt made long ago. It's coming apart at the seams, but it's better than nothing. The sleeves are a bit on the short side. |
Radiant Shirt |
3 Defense Stal Lure |
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Rubber Armor |
3 Defense Shock Resistance |
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Snowquill Tunic |
3 Defense Cold Resistance |
Lined with molted Rito feathers, this tunic was made by Rito artisans for Hylians visiting cold climates. The feathers are stacked in each layer to retain body heat. |
Soldier's Armor |
4 Defense | Hyrulean guards praised this armor for its superior defense. Made from sturdy plates of metal, the high level of craftsmanship that went into it is obvious with just a glance. |
Stealth Chest Guard |
2 Defense Stealth Up |
Armor designed for stealth, passed down through the Sheikah tribe. The special fabrics suppress the rustling of clothes even when moving quickly. |
Tunic of the Hero |
3 Defense | |
Tunic of the Sky |
3 Defense | |
Tunic of Time |
3 Defense | Legend has it this armor was once worn by a hero who traveled through time. Strangely, its special design is fitted for children and adults alike. |
Tunic of Twilight |
3 Defense | Legend has it this armor was once worn by a hero who battled the monsters of twilight. There still seems to be some hair clinging to it... Looks like it may be from a wolf? |
Tunic of the Wild |
4 Defense | This armor was apparently crafted for a hero who travels the wilds. Strangely enough, it's just your size. |
Tunic of the Wind |
3 Defense | Legend has it this armor was once cherished by a hero who sailed the Great Sea. It's said to have been a gift from his grandmother. |
Warm Doublet |
1 Defense Cold Resistance |
A warm pullover typically worn by mountain folk. Its sturdy fabric and thick gloves are great at retaining body heat. |
Zora Armor |
3 Defense Swim Speed Up |
Custom armor painstakingly crafted by each generation's Zora princess for her future husband. Wearing it will give you the ability to swim up waterfalls. |
Leg Gear
Armor | Effect | Description |
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Ancient Greaves |
4 Defense Guardian Resist |
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Barbarian Leg Wraps |
3 Defense Attack Up |
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Climbing Boots |
3 Defense Climb Speed Up |
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Dark Trousers |
3 Defense | |
Desert Voe Trousers |
3 Defense Heat Resistance |
Gerudo-made trousers for men sold rarely by Gerudo retailers. Sapphire is used in their creation, which harnesses the power of ice to make the heat more tolerable. |
Fierce Deity Boots |
3 Defense Attack Up |
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Flamebreaker Boots |
3 Defense Flame Guard |
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Gerudo Sirwal |
3 Defense | Gerudo favor this traditional sirwal. Its short length allows for ease of movement, and its subtle design is quite fashionable. |
Hylian Trousers |
3 Defense | Traditional dress trousers of Hyrule. The plush fabric makes these trousers quite comfortable, and their high durability makes them ideal for travelers. |
Radiant Tights |
3 Defense Stal Lure |
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Rubber Tights |
3 Defense Shock Resistance |
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Sand Boots |
3 Defense Sand Travel |
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Snow Boots |
3 Defense Snow Speed Up |
Bozai was kind enough to lend you these boots. They evenly distribute your body weight so you can maintain your normal walking speed over deep snow. |
Snowquill Trousers |
3 Defense Cold Resistance |
The Rito sell these trousers to Hylians in Rito Village. The inside is lined with Rito feathers, so they excel at retaining body heat. |
Soldier's Greaves |
4 Defense | Hyrulean guards favored these greaves. They owe their distinctly high defense to the metal plates they're made from, but the added weight takes some getting used to. |
Stealth Tights |
2 Defense Stealth Up |
Members of the Sheikah tribe wear these tights when they need to move stealthily. They're made from noise-suppressing cloth, a hallmark of ancient Sheikah technology. |
Trousers of the Hero |
3 Defense | |
Trousers of the Sky |
3 Defense | |
Trousers of Time |
3 Defense | Legends say these trousers were once worn by a hero who traveled through time. They were originally made by people who made their home in the forest. |
Trousers of Twilight |
3 Defense | |
Trousers of the Wild |
4 Defense | Legends says these pants were tailored for a hero who travels the wilderness. Strangely enough, they're the most comfortable pair of pants you've ever worn. |
Trousers of the Wind |
3 Defense | |
Well-Worn Trousers |
1 Defense | These old trousers are threadbare in spots, but they're surprisingly comfortable. The legs are a bit too short, though. |
Zora Greaves |
3 Defense Swim Speed Up |
Etymology
Names in Other Regions | |||
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Language | Name | Meaning | |
Japanese | 防具 (Bōgu) | Protective Gear |
Gallery
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Link without any Armor
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Link wearing the Soldier's Armor
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An E3 2016 booth attendant wearing the Champion Shirt and Hylian Trousers