In *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, armor sets play a unique role compared to traditional RPGs. Unlike other games, wearing a complete set doesn't offer any special bonuses. Instead, these sets are often named after their origins, such as the location they're found or the enemies they're looted from. Exceptions include Twitch drops and pre-order sets, which have their own unique identifiers. Here’s a detailed look at the best armor sets in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, categorized by their primary function.
Best Armor Sets in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
Best Armor Sets for Protection
Praguer Guard Armor
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The Praguer Guard Armor isn't just about its stats; it's essential for easing one of the game's final main quests, "Reckoning." Wearing this armor allows you to wander freely in the camp, making the quest significantly easier by avoiding the need to sneak. Besides its utility, it provides robust defense with stats like 269 stab resistance, 312 slash resistance, and 146 blunt resistance, depending on quality.
Cuman Armor
Available in the latter part of the game in the Kuttenberg Region, you can obtain the Cuman Armor by defeating enemies during the "Bellatores" side quest in Bylany. This set isn't ideal for stealth due to its high noise and conspicuousness values, but it excels in protection against slashing and blunt damage, making it perfect for combat-heavy quests. Its defense stats include 149 stab resistance, 181 slash resistance, and 65 blunt resistance, depending on quality.
Milanese Cuirass Armor
You can purchase the Milanese Cuirass Armor from merchants in the Kuttenberg Region, with Kuttenberg City being a prime spot. Given that merchant inventory refreshes every 7 in-game days, you might need to check back periodically. Although pricey, this set offers excellent defense with 392 stab resistance, 286 slash resistance, and 100 blunt resistance, depending on quality. It's heavy, so managing your storage for different armor sets is advisable.
Vavak Soldier Armor
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You can acquire the Vavak Soldier Armor by looting soldiers during the confrontation at the Ruthards' palace, which leads to a quest involving Rosa's book. While the chest piece isn't the strongest, other pieces offer substantial stab and slash defense. It's worth taking a few pieces, like the head and gloves, for combat scenarios. The defense stats are 352 stab resistance, 264 slash resistance, and 99 blunt resistance, depending on quality.
Brunswick Armor
Exclusive to pre-order players, the Brunswick Armor is obtained through the "Lion's Crest" side quest. It's one of the best early-game sets, crucial for getting through initial quests before you've leveled up significantly. The set provides 704 stab resistance, 567 slash resistance, and 239 blunt resistance when worn in its entirety.
Best Armor for Stealth
Cutpurse Armor
If you've participated in Twitch drops, you might already own the Cutpurse Armor, perfect for stealth. Unfortunately, without past drops, obtaining this set might be challenging unless future events reintroduce it. Its defense stats are 24 stab resistance, 53 slash resistance, and 54 blunt resistance when the entire set is worn.
Overall Best Armor
The optimal armor in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* isn't about sticking to one set but mixing and matching pieces that best suit your build. While full sets may look good in cutscenes, they don't provide combat advantages. To complement your armor, consider the game's best weapons. With skill in combat, you might find a basic set of armor and a good sword and shield sufficient to navigate the game's challenges without excessive damage.
