By
Matthew Adler,Angie Harvey,Marloes Valentina Stella,+23 more
updated
There's danger around every corner in Valheim and the best way to protect yourself is with a good set of armor. This section of IGN's Valheim guide features every obtainable armor set, including crafting recipes and individual spawn codes.
Looking for a specific Valheim armor tier? Click the links below to jump to...
- Meadows Armor
- Black Forest Armor
- Swamp Armor
- Mountains Armor
- Plains Armor
- Mistlands Armor
- Miscellaneous Armor
advertisem*nt
Meadows Armor
Every new Viking spawns in Valheim's Meadows biome, scantily clad in nothing but a ragged tunic. As you hunt Boars and Deer, the next best thing is the Leather Armor set.
| Name | Special Effect | Crafting recipe | Description | Spawn Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rag Tunic | N/A |
| Better than nothing. | ArmorRagsChest |
| Rag Pants | N/A |
| A simple remedy for nudity. | ArmorRagsLegs |
| Leather Helmet | N/A |
| A hood of toughened leather. | HelmetLeather |
| Leather Tunic | N/A |
| A tunic made from animal hide. | ArmorLeatherChest |
| Leather Pants | N/A |
| They squeak a little when you walk. | ArmorLeatherLegs |
| Deer Hide Cape | N/A |
| Rustic chic. | CapeDeerHide |
Black Forest Armor
Slay the Black Forest biome's mighty Trolls to craft a fresh set of Troll Armor and gain a Sneak bonus. Alternatively, using Copper and Tin, you may craft a sturdy Bronze Armor set.
| Name | Special Effect | Crafting recipe | Description | Spawn Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Troll Leather Helmet | Sneak +15 (full set) |
| Troll skin is hard to work, but makes exceptional armor. | HelmetTrollLeather |
| Troll Leather Tunic | Sneak +15 (full set) |
| Trolls are hard to skin but their leather is tough and warm. | ArmorTrollLeatherChest |
| Troll Leather Pants | Sneak +15 (full set) |
| Leggings of tough troll hide. | ArmorTrollLeatherLegs |
| Troll Hide Cape | Sneak +15 (full set) |
| Troll skin is tough and supple. | CapeTrollHide |
| Bronze Helmet | N/A |
| This will help to keep your brains inside your skull. | HelmetBronze |
| Bronze Plate Cuirass | N/A |
| A breastplate of hammered bronze. | ArmorBronzeChest |
| Bronze Plate Leggings | N/A |
| Bronze greaves to shield your legs. | ArmorBronzeLegs |
Swamp Armor
Scour the Swamp biome for Scrap Iron, and use it to craft a shiny Iron Armor set. Or, if you're feeling brave, take on the tree-like terror that hides deep within the Swamp, and craft a wooden Root Armor outfit to gain a damage bonus for your Bow.
| Name | Special Effect | Crafting recipe | Description | Spawn Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iron Helmet | N/A |
| A helm of polished iron, fit for a hero. | HelmetIron |
| Iron Scale Mail | N/A |
| An iron scale mail, this will turn all but the strongest of blows. | ArmorIronChest |
| Iron Greaves | N/A |
| Iron greaves to protect your legs. | ArmorIronLegs |
| Root Mask |
|
| Your head fits perfectly inside this knot of roots and bark. | HelmetRoot |
| Root Harnesk |
|
| Finely wrought and strong enough to turn even the sharpest blades. | ArmorRootChest |
| Root Leggings |
|
| A light armor oddly woven together by ancient roots and bark. | ArmorRootLegs |
Mountains Armor
While exploring the Mountains, hunt Wolves and mine Silver to get all the ingredients for a warm and sturdy Wolf Armor set. Or fight your way through a Frost Cave, slay the local Cultists, and create a set of Fenris Armor.
| Name | Special Effect | Crafting recipe | Description | Spawn Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drake Helmet | N/A |
| An elaborate and finely-crafted helm. | HelmetDrake |
| Wolf Armor Chest |
|
| A wolfskin jerkin, warm and wild-looking. It protects against the cold. | ArmorWolfChest |
| Wolf Armor Legs | N/A |
| Shaggy breeches of wolfskin. | ArmorWolfLegs |
| Wolf Fur Cape |
|
| Wolves are natural survivors. This one was just unlucky. Now its pelt will warm you in the snow. | CapeWolf |
| Fenris Hood |
|
| The eyes of the beast were wise and knowing, so it could measure the strength of a warrior in one glance. | HelmetFenring |
| Fenris Coat |
|
| The beast could draw deep breaths, so that its howl could be heard far across the land. | ArmorFenringChest |
| Fenris Leggings |
|
| The legs of the beast were lean and strong, so that it could leap great strides. | ArmorFenringLegs |
advertisem*nt
Plains Armor
The Plains biome, with its massive Loxes and Fuling villages, is a threatening place. Craft the Padded Armor set or one of the special capes to protect yourself.
| Name | Special Effect | Crafting recipe | Description | Spawn Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Padded Helmet | N/A |
| A snug fit, finely made. | HelmetPadded |
| Padded Cuirass | N/A |
| Finely wrought and strong enough to turn even the sharpest blades. | ArmorPaddedCuirass |
| Padded Greaves | N/A |
| Expertly crafted leg protection. | ArmorPaddedGreaves |
| Linen Cape | N/A |
| A simple traveler's cape. | CapeLinen |
| Lox Cape |
|
| A pelt from one of the great beasts, thick and warm. | CapeLox |
Mistlands Armor
Travel the Mistlands to collect Seeker drops and a strange, magical substance called Eitr. The Carapace Armor set offers great protection against the local fiends, but the Eitr-weave Armor set, also known as the Mage Armor set, is your best bet if you'd rather wield magical weapons.
| Name | Special Effect | Crafting recipe | Description | Spawn Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carapace Helmet | N/A |
| People might say you look like a giant ant. But they will only say it once. | HelmetCarapace |
| Carapace Breastplate | N/A |
| A breastplate crafted from the burnished carapace of a giant insect. | ArmorCarapaceChest |
| Carapace Greaves | N/A |
| Leg guards of rigid carapace. | ArmorCarapaceLegs |
| Eitr-weave Hood |
|
| Sorcery shows itself in the eyes, so most mages wear cowls to disguise their occult pursuits. | HelmetMage |
| Eitr-weave Robe |
|
| These artfully layered robes have spells and charms sewn into every seam and fold. | ArmorMageChest |
| Eitr-weave Trousers |
|
| The trousers worn by mages are always especially tight. Discomfort fuels the focus that is needed for magic... | ArmorMageLegs |
| Feather Cape |
|
| Donning this cape makes you feel lighter, almost as if you could fly! | CapeFeather |
Miscellaneous Armor
A few Valheim armor pieces aren't linked to a specific biome. Unless they're part of a DLC, you'll be able to spawn these special items or purchase them from Haldor, the trader.
| Name | Special Effect | Crafting recipe | Description | Spawn Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape of Odin | DLC item |
| Odin's finest warriors deserve the finest cloth. | CapeOdin |
| Hood of Odin | DLC item |
| Odin's finest warriors deserve the finest cloth. | HelmetOdin |
| Cape Test | N/A | N/A | Da cape. | CapeTest |
| Dverger Circlet | Provides a light | Purchase from Haldor for 620 coins. | A portable perpetual light source for the dungeon explorer. | HelmetDverger |
| Yule Hat | N/A | Purchase from Haldor for 100 coins. | A red hat in the style of house gnomes. | HelmetYule |
Be sure to check out our full list of Weapons for more information.
Up Next: Tools
Top Guide Sections
- Cheats and Codes List (Console Commands)
- 20 Essential Tips and Tricks for Getting Started in Valheim
- Adventurer's Guide: How to Prepare for a Valheim Adventure
- Progression Guide
Was this guide helpful?
In This Guide
Valheim
Iron Gate AB
Related Guides
OverviewCheats and Codes List (Console Commands)20 Essential Tips and Tricks for Getting Started in ValheimAdventurer's Guide: How to Prepare for a Valheim Adventure
