How to get the most reliable armor that will provide the dragonborn with high survivability and increase the chance of winning even in the most difficult battle.
В The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim exist more than 50 sets of various armor, differing from each other not only in appearance, but also in characteristics. However, gamers playing for high-level characters still often face the question of which armor to choose. Therefore, we decided to rank the best unique, light and heavy armor in Skyrim. When distributing places, we tried to focus not only on the protection value of the set, but also its weight, cost, the strength of the enchantments applied (if any), and how difficult it is to get the armor in the game.
The best heavy armor in Skyrim
Heavy armor is mainly used by warriors who prefer not to dodge blows, but to block them. It is not surprising that for such gameplay, it is first of all important to consider what protection parameter a particular set has. However, do not forget about the weight of the armor, because the higher it is, the faster the character will spend stamina points on acceleration.
nordic carved armor
This bundle will only be available to gamers who downloaded and installed add-on "Dragonborn". However, do not rush to get upset if your plans did not include visiting the island of Solstheim, because you can find a set of Nordic carved armor in Skyrim. The characteristics of the set (helmet, bib, gloves, boots) are as follows:
- protection indicator - 97 units;
- set weight - 58 units;
- the cost of the set is 2590 gold;
- appears on sale - from level 25.
To create this kit on your own, Dovakin must pump blacksmithing at least half (level 50), and also invest one skill point in the perk "Complex types of armor". To make the set you will need the following ingredients:
- ingot of mercury ore - 4 pieces;
- ebonite ingot - 4 pieces;
- steel ingot - 17 pieces;
- leather strips - 9 pieces.
Ebony Armor
This heavy plate armor has a chic look and an impressive defense rating. It is in ebonite armor chained eponymous warrior appearing in the game at the 80 level. Perhaps, due to the excellent defense, it becomes very difficult to destroy this boss. Here are the specs of the kit:
- protection indicator - 103 units;
- set weight - 62 units;
- the cost of the set is 2580 gold;
- appears on sale - from level 33.
To create black metal armor, the player must reach level 80 blacksmithing, as well as upgrade the perk "Ebony Armor". The ingredient list looks like this:
- ebonite ingot - 14 pieces;
- leather strips - 9 pieces.
Daedric Armor
Improved version of ebony armor. This armor set has the highest protection in Game. Nevertheless, due to the huge weight, as well as the rather high rarity of the ingredients, we ranked the Daedric set only in 3rd place. Although its characteristics cannot fail to impress:
- protection indicator - 117 units;
- set weight - 82 units;
- the cost of the set is 6050 gold;
- appears on sale - from level 46.
To convert an ebony set into Daedric armor, visit the Atronach Forge and grab the following ingredients:
- centurion generator core - 4 pieces;
- black soul stone (filled or empty) - 4 pieces;
- Daedra heart - 4 pieces.
If you do not have a ready-made ebonite set or you do not have access to the Atronach Forge, you can create a set of Daedric Armor using a regular anvil using the following components:
- ebonite ingot - 14 pieces;
- strips of leather - 9 pieces;
- Daedra heart - 4 pieces.
Dragon Shell Armor
“In the name of the gods, yes, I’ll sell my mother for such armor”, - this is exactly how the guards will react to Dovakin, chained in these armor. The equipment is practically not inferior to the Daedric in terms of protection (the difference is 6 units), however, it weighs much less:
- protection indicator - 111 units;
- set weight - 64 units;
- the cost of the set is 4025 gold;
- appears on sale - from level 40.
Don't be too happy about the fact that in the leveled lists, armor appears before Daedric armor, because chance her drops in chests 20 times lessthan other sets. The exception is the legendary dragons (appear in Dragonborn DLC), on the bodies of which one or another part of the set can sometimes be found.
So the easiest thing to do would be to max out blacksmithing and also invest one skill point in the perk. "Dragon Armor". After that, the armor can be forged at any forge from the following materials:
- dragon bone - 6 pieces;
- dragon scales - 11 pieces;
- leather strips - 10 pieces.
Ironhrim Armor
Another set of equipment that appeared in the game thanks to Dragonborn DLC. In terms of protection, stalhrim armor is only slightly superior to dragon armor, however, it weighs 5 kg less:
- protection indicator - 112 units;
- set weight - 59 units;
- the cost of the set is 4235 gold;
- appears on sale - from level 40.
In addition, this set is much easier to assemble without pumping blacksmithing, because all of its parts can be guaranteed find on Solstheim, having level 40 and above:
- helmet - in the tower of Nchardak on the table;
- armor - in the Kolbjorn mound near the pedestal with the Black Book;
- gloves - knock out from the leaders of the robbers in Solstheim or buy from Baldor;
- Boots - Buy Ironcut from Baldor in Skaal Village.
This armor forged from a unique material - stalhrim, which can only be obtained in Solstheim. There are 20 magical ice deposits on the island, mostly found in draugr mounds. To create a set from this material, you will have to upgrade blacksmithing to 80, take the perk "Ebony Armor" and get the following components:
- stalhrim - 17 pieces;
- ingot of mercury ore - 4 pieces;
- leather strips - 9 pieces.
The best light armor in Skyrim
Unlike a warrior, a rogue does not rely on blocking attacks in combat - he dodges them. Also, such characters often completely destroy enemies from the shadows, remaining undetected. Therefore, it is not surprising that among the main parameters of light armor among thieves and assassins, the light weight of armor is most valued, allowing their wearer to move more quietly. However, protection also does not hurt if stealth does not help.
Chitin Armor
As a light analogue of Nordic armor in addition "Dragonborn" there is a set of chitin. This kit attracts attention not only with impressive protection, but also with a very low weight, as well as ease of obtaining. The characteristics of the armor are as follows:
- protection indicator - 67 units;
- set weight - 8 units;
- the cost of the set is 465 gold;
- appears on sale - from level 20.
All pieces of chitin armor can be purchased from Glover Mallory - the only representative of the guild of thieves in Raven Rock.
You can forge armor yourself almost at the beginning of the game by pumping blacksmithing to 30 and taking a perk called "Elven armor". Finding materials should also not cause difficulties:
- chitin plate - 12 pieces;
- iron ingot - 4 pieces;
- netch skin - 5 pieces.
Elven armor
Who said that the lightest equipment should have poor protection parameters? Elven armor rightfully made it to our top also because it’s easy to get it even at the first level - you just need deal with a few Thalmor agents. The characteristics of the set are as follows:
- protection indicator - 70 units;
- set weight - 7 units;
- the cost of the set is 425 gold;
- appears on sale - from level 26.
To create a kit in the forge, Dovakin will need to upgrade blacksmithing to 30, and then get the skill "Elven armor". All materials can be purchased from blacksmiths:
- peeled moonstone - 9 pieces;
- ingot of mercury ore - 1 piece;
- iron ingot - 3 pieces;
- strips of leather - 8 pieces;
- skin - 4 pieces.
glass armor
Do not be confused by the name of this armor, because for their creation far from the glass that is used in window frames is used. This alloy of malachite and refined moonstone almost as hard as ebonite. So the armor has the corresponding characteristics:
- protection indicator - 82 units;
- set weight - 13 units;
- the cost of the set is 1730 gold;
- appears on sale - from level 36.
To forge a set in the forge, you will have to develop the blacksmith skill to 70, and also invest in the ability "Glass Armor". As for the ingredients, most of them can be purchased from blacksmiths even at level 1. Well, malachite is available in large quantities in mine "Hot Steam" near Keene Grove. Here is the complete list:
- purified malachite - 9 pieces;
- peeled moonstone - 5 pieces;
- strips of leather - 8 pieces;
- skin - 3 pieces.
Dragon Scale Armor
Light analogue of dragon armor and just one of the nicest sets in Game. Among all light sets, these scale armor have maximum defense, but at the same time they weigh much heavier than a light set of stalhrim:
- protection indicator - 89 units;
- set weight - 20 units;
- the cost of the set is 2850 gold;
- appears on sale - from level 46.
So it's easiest to forge dragon scale armor yourself by developing your blacksmithing skill to 100 and taking the perk "Dragon Armor". The main crafting material can be obtained from the bodies of defeated dragons (what a surprise), and the rest can be purchased from blacksmiths:
- dragon scales - 10 pieces;
- iron ingot - 5 pieces;
- strips of leather - 8 pieces;
- skin - 4 pieces.
Light Stalhrim Armor
There was no doubt that the light variant of the stalhrim armor would also outperform the scale set in terms of performance. Yes, the protection parameters of the kit are slightly lower (by 3 units), however, for a rogue, the weight of the armor is primarily important. Here's how things are here:
- protection indicator - 86 units;
- set weight - 13 units;
- the cost of the set is 1820 gold;
- appears on sale - from level 40.
Starting from level 40, the armor will not only be available for purchase from the blacksmiths of Solstheim, but will also come across in leveled chests. However, it will still be easier to forge a kit yourself. To do this, you need to develop blacksmithing to 80, open the perk "Ebony Armor" and get the following materials:
- stalhrim - 13 pieces;
- ingot of mercury ore - 4 pieces;
- leather strips - 9 pieces.
The best unique armor in Skyrim
In addition to sets of equipment created in the forge and bought from merchants, in Skyrim you can also find many unique armors that are available only in a single copy. As a rule, such armor has a strong enchantment or an unusual appearance.
Blade Armor
You can get this work of art by Akaviri masters during the passage main storyline. After visiting Sky Haven Temple do not forget to look into the armory, where the armor is stored in the chest, and on the table lies unique blade Dragonbane. Also, Delphine and all recruits of the Blades will be wearing these armor, unless, of course, you decide to eliminate Paarthurnax and restore the order.
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The set features are as follows:
- protection indicator - 95 units;
- set weight - 75 units;
- the cost of the set is 770 gold.
Ahzidal Armor
You can get this set of equipment in Solstheim by completing all four stages of the quest "Excavations" (during each take one piece of armor). The features of the kit are as follows:
- protection indicator - 94 units;
- set weight - 59 units;
- the cost of the set is 6885 gold.
In addition, each piece of equipment has a unique charm:
- Ahzidal Helm of Insight - Increases the cast range of all runes and spells of sorcery by 25%, but at the same time increases the cost of mana from their use;
- Ahzidal's Armor of Retribution - grants the wearer a chance to paralyze the enemy, subject to melee damage;
- Ahzidal Gloves of Warding - any amulet becomes more effective by 25%, but at the same time absorbs 50% more mana from the owner;
- Ahzidal's Boots of Waterwalking - grants the wearer the chance to walk on water, and +10 to enchantment if at least 4 relics of Ahzidal are equipped.
nightingale armor
The best set for a thief, which can be obtained during the passage of the main storyline in the Thieves Guild. True, if you want to have the maximum enchantment on the item, it is better to postpone this venture until the character reaches level 32. The characteristics are as follows:
- protection indicator - 75 units;
- set weight - 18 units;
- the cost of the set is 3176 gold.
Each set of armor has a special charm, which will be very handy for a thief:
- hood - reduces the cost of spells of the school of illusions by 17%;
- armor - Increases stamina by 40 units, increases resistance to cold by 50%;
- gloves - One-handed weapons deal 25% more damage, hacking is 25% easier;
- сапоги – the media moves quieter by 35%.
Ancient Armor of Shadows
advanced option standard assassin equipment, (improved enchantments). If you play a ruthless criminal, then you simply cannot find a better set of armor. You can get it during the execution Dark Brotherhood quests "Find an assassin from the past". The set features are as follows:
- protection indicator - 77 units;
- set weight - 7,5 units;
- the cost of the set is 2266 gold.
You can get equipment at level 1. For this activate the ritual stone, then go to the throne in the cave, use the daily ability and run to the exit from the location. In the end you resurrect the body for 60 seconds ancient assassin, dressed in unique armor that can be collected after victory.
As mentioned earlier, the enchantment of the set is quite impressive:
- hood - Increases damage from bows by 35%;
- armor – gives 100% resistance to any poisons;
- gloves - Hidden attacks with one-handed weapons are 2 times stronger;
- сапоги – the owner moves 50% quieter.
Seal of Death
What could be better than a stalhrim set? Right, a set of stalhrim with a unique enchantment. You can get this kit during the quest of the same name on Solstheim. The stats for this light armor look like this:
- protection indicator - 86 units;
- set weight - 13 units;
- the cost of the set is 5049 gold.
The main feature of the set are unique enchantments:
- helmet – grants the ability to breathe underwater, grants +100 defense if all parts of the set are equipped;
- armor - increases the wearer's stamina by 15 units for each part of the set equipped;
- gloves - Attacks with one-handed weapons deal 10% more damage for each piece of armor equipped;
- сапоги - increase the character's carrying capacity by 10 units for each part of the set equipped.
And all this is just the best armor in Skyrim. In fairness, it should be noted that with pumped blacksmithing, alchemy and enchantment, you can achieve outstanding performance on any subject. So, if your favorite armor is not in the top, don't be upset, just improve your craft skills and create your own unique set.
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Seriously? Armor top? Folks, the best armor is the one you've crafted, upgraded and enchanted yourself! You can even turn rawhide armor into the same physics absorption efficiency as Daedric armor, if you know about the armor cap, purely on a blacksmith with an alchemy and charm. You don’t even need the well-known abuse with the transfusion of potions and recharms. It is enough to have these three skills at 100, and any Daedra artifact will seem like f***ing trash. Likewise with weapons. Scratched, pierced, enchanted. Want maximum damage? Enchant stalhrim weapons for damage of three elements + ice, drink zelki to increase destruction, smear poisons to reduce resistance to magic and elements. If we are talking about vanilla skyrim, then there can be no tops. All the top things that the player will do himself. From potions to weapons and armor. And I immediately look forward to the phrases “but where will you first get a hundred of this and that”, you also do not immediately get the top one. And if we talk about the difficulties below the legendary, you have enough fists. No kidding. Fists enough for ALL enemies. Starting from bandits, ending with Mirak, Harkon and Alduin. Katjit + heavy armor + enchantment for gloves to increase fist damage = shaolin monk! (Charka falls in a rat hole in Riften from a paranoid drunk with traps).
in the article we are talking about unique armor 🙂 and unlike the rest, in addition to special effects and armor parameters, they have a unique appearance, which is important for long journeys around Skyrim
Nice top, I liked it) help me find a Daedra heart for armor
Try searching the ingredient merchants (alchemists and innkeepers). It is guaranteed that you can take the heart in the hall of the Companions, in the room where their leader Kodlak sits. Also, the mage Enthir from the College of Winterhold very often sells this ingredient in the amount of 2 pieces. But the easiest way to farm hearts is after completing the quest "Shards of Past Glory" in the sanctuary of Mehrunes Dagon, killing Daedra there (the location is updated every 10 days).
You can get the heart of a daedra endlessly if you complete the quest in morphal with the sanctuary of merunes dagon (razor of merunes) in this sanctuary 4 dremora seem to spawn every hour and a lot of loot inside)
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