All new armor set locations in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree

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Shadow of the Erdtree is unleashing incredibly powerful new bosses into Elden Ring alongside some amazing armor sets that can protect you from their attacks.

It’s important to note that the new armor you find in Shadow of the Erdtree might not be better than what you’re using. As players have had plenty of time to finish the game and all of Elden Ring’s secrets are available online, you might already be decked out in post-game gear that’s hard to top.

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Once you’ve unlocked access to the Shadow Realm after defeating Mohg, it won’t be long until you have access to new equipment that will shield you from the DLC’s incredibly difficult boss encounters. Here’s how you find the new pieces of armor in Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC.

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All new armor in Shadow of the Erdtree

NameGearLocation
Ansbach’s SetWise Man’s Mask, Ansbach’s Attire, Ansbach’s Machettes, Ansbach’s BootsComplete Ansbach’s questline involving finding the six crosses of Miquella. Summon him in two of the upcoming boss fights (Leda and the final boss) and you can find his gear.
Ascetic’s SetCurseblade Mask,Ascetic’s Loincloth,Ascetic’s Wrist Guards,Ascetic’s Ankle GuardsThis set is dropped by Masked Curseblade enemies. These can be found near the Gravesite Plain Site of Grace.
Black Knight SetBlack Knight Helm.Black Knight Armor,Black Knight Gauntlets,Black Knight GreavesYou can farm Black Knights for this set. These can easily be found in the two encampments in near Castle Ensis’ Front Gate.
Blackgoal SetHelm of Solitude, Armor of Solitude, Gauntlets of Solitude, Greaves of SolitudeOnce you’ve unlocked the first Site of Grace, head directly northwest and you’ll come across a small building in the wilderness. Inside this building is a golden boss gate. Make sure you’re prepared before entering, as the Blackgoal Knight awaits. This boss packs a mean greatsword and can wear you down with repeating crossbow bolts that can fill the arena.
Common Soldier SetCommon Soldier Helm,Common Soldier Cloth Armor, Common Soldier Gauntlets,Common Soldier GreavesThis gear can be acquired by farming soldiers in and around Castle Ensis.
Crucible Hammer-HelmNot part of a setGo to Rauh Ancient Ruins, East – Site of Grace. You’ll see a massive foe wandering around with a hammer. This is Devonia Crucible Knight. Defeat them to earn this helm.
Dancer SetDancer’s Hood, Dancer’s Dress, Dancer’s Bracer, Dancer’s TrousersComplete Igon’s questline, which kicks off with defeating a Jagged Peak Drake and summoning him during the Bayle the Dread boss fight. Return to the spot where you met him at Jagged Peak to get his gear.
Dane’s SetDane’s Hat, Dryleaf Robe,Dryleaf Arm Wraps,Dryleaf CuissardesThe hat is gained by defeating Dryleaf Dane. The rest of the gear is found near the Ruins of Unte, near a cliff you reach by going down the river.
Death Knight SetDeath Knight Helm,Death Knight Armor,Death Knight Gauntlets,Death Knight GreavesFound on a corpse in the Darklight Catacombs dungeon.
Divine Beast SetDivine Beast Helm,Divine Beast Warrior ArmorDropped by the Divine Beast Warriors fought in Enir Illim. These can be difficult to face, but they spawn near Sites of Grace.
Divine Bird SetDivine Bird HelmDivine Bird Warrior Armor,Divine Bird Warrior Gauntlets,Divine Bird Warrior GreavesDropped by Divine Bird Warriors in the Ancient Ruins of Rauh. These are powerful foes, but they spawn near Sites of Grace.
Fire Knight SetFire Knight Helm,Fire Knight Armor,Fire Knight Gauntlets,Fire Knight GreavesDropped by the Fire Knight enemies you face in the Shadow Keep, especially in the Specimen Storehouse and nearby areas.
Freyja’s SetFreyja’s Helm,Freyja’s Armor,Freyja’s Gauntlets,Freyja’s GreavesDropped by Redmane Freyja, an NPC who you’ll encounter across the overworld and who can be an ally in the Divine Beast Dancing Lion fight.
Gauis’s SetGauis’s Helm,Gauis’s Armor,Gauis’s Gauntlets,Gauis’s GreavesEverything except the Greaves is dropped by Commander Gauis. The Greaves are dropped by the wolf rider enemies after Gauis’ area, beyond the Back Gate of the Shadow Keep.
Gravebird SetGravebird Helm,Gravebird Armor,Gravebird Bracelets,Gravebird AnkletsThe Helm is found by jumping off the lift onto a ledge near the Spiral Rise Site of Grace.The Armor is found in the Gravesite Plain region. Head to the west and seek out four states of Gravebirds, three of which will attack you. The gear is here. The Bracelets are found on a corpse near Igon (the wounded man), south of the Castle Front Site of Grace.The Anklets are found north of the Moorth Ruins in a poison swamp with Gravebirds.
Gravebird Blaquill ArmorWorks with Gravebird SetNear a statue north of the Temple Town Ruins Site of Grace, surrounded by Gravebirds.
GreatjarNot part of a setFound in Belurat Gaol. Can be found past a jar jumping puzzle that involves descending to a lower area. It’s found near the boss chamber.
High Priest SetHigh Priest Hat,High Priest Robe,High Priest Gloves,High Priest UndergarmentsAfter you’ve defeated Metyr, Mother of Fingers, you must travel to the Cathedral of Manus Metyr and interact with the throne. This will spawn the Count Ymir, Mother of Fingers boss. Defeat them and they will drop this set.
Horned Warrior SetHorned Warrior HelmHorned Warrior ArmorHorned Warrior GauntletsHorned Warrior GreavesDropped by Horned Warriors in Belurat.
Hornsent SetCaterpillar Mask,Braided Cord Rope,Braided Arm WrapsFound as part of Hornsent’s quest. He is first encountered with Freyja at the start of Shadow of the Erdtree.
Igon’s SetIgon’s Helm,Igon’s Armor,Igon’s Gauntlets,Igon’s LoinclothComplete Igon’s questline, which kicks off with defeating a Jagged Peak Drake and summoning him during the Bayle the Dread boss fight. Return to the spot where you met him at Jagged Peak to get his gear.
Iron Rivet SetFang Helm, Pelt of Ralva,Iron Rivet Armor,Iron Rivet Gauntlets,Iron Rivet GreavesThere’s a corpse guarded by multiple Runebears near Rauh Base that carries this gear.
Highland Warrior SetLeather Headband, Glorified Attire,Leather Arm Wraps,Leather Leg WrapsThere’s a corpse guarded by mulitple Runebears near Rauh Base that carries this gear.
Messmer’s SetMessmer’s Helm, Messmer’s Armor,Messmer’s Gauntlets,Messmer’s GreavesDefeat Messmer the Impaler to earn his Remembrance. You can then purchase the set from Roundtable Hold.
Mesmmer Soldier SetMesmmer Soldier Helm, Mesmmer Soldier Armor, Mesmmer Soldier Greaves, Mesmmer Soldier GauntletThe Messmer Soldier Set needs to be farmed from individual soldiers. Luckily, it’s not hard to find willing bodies that will give up this gear. Simply head southeast from the Castle Front Site of Grace, and you’ll find an encampment filled with soldiers to kill who will drop the set.
Night SetHelm of Night,Armor of Night,Gauntlets of Night,Greaves of NightUse the switches to raise the pots in Bonny Gaol. The Night Set is found on the top floor.
Oathseeker Knight SetOathseeker Knight Helm,Oathseeker Knight Armor,Oathseeker Knight Gauntlets,Oathseeker Knight GreavesThis set is found on a corpse outside of the Benediction Church, which can be located southwest of the Gravesite Plain.
Rakshasa SetRakshasa Helm,Rakshasa Armor,Rakshasa Gauntlets, Rakshasa GreavesTravel to the Eastern Nameless Mausuleum in the valley beneath Bonney Village in Scadu Atlus. Enter the building and defeat Rakshasa to unlock his gear.
Rellana’s SetRellana’s Helm,Rellana’s Armor,Rellana’s Gloves,Rellana’s GreavesDefeat Rellana, Twin Moon Knight to earn her Remembrance. You can then purchase the set from Roundtable Hold.
Salza’s HoodNot part of a setFind the West Rampart Site of Grace in Shadow Keep. Here, there’s a massive drawbridge guarded by giant bats and a Fire Knight. The Fire Knight will spam the Rain of Fire spell as you approach, so use the structures above the bridge to protect yourself and heal when necessary. Once you catch up to the Fire Knight, defeat them to earn this hood.
Shadow Militiaman SetShadow Militiaman Helm,Shadow Militiaman Armor,Shadow Militiaman Gauntlets,Shadow Militiaman GreavesThese scythe-wielding jerks can be found all over the Shadow Keep and will drop the Shadow Militiaman set. The best way to farm them is to beat Golden Hippotomus and unlock its Site of Grace, continue through the dungeon until you unlock the double doors that lead back to the Site of Grace, as they linger in the corridor behind the double doors.
Solitude SetHelm of Solitude,Armor of Solitude,Gauntlets of Solitude,Greaves of SolitudeAt the start of the DLC you’ll find Western Nameless Mauseleum which is northwest of the Gravesite Plain Site of Grace. Enter the building and defeat the Blackgoal Knight to get the Solitude Set. Bear in mind that he’s an incredibly powerful and aggresive for during the early game in Shadow of the Erdtee.
Thiollier SetThiollier’s Mask,Thiollier’s Garb,Thiollier’s Gloves,Thiollier’s TrousersDefeat the Putresecant Knight in the Stone Coffin Fissue dungeon and communicate with St. Trina (the flower-possessed woman after the boss fight.) You will find Thiollier near the Gravesite Plain next to Pillar Path Cross and can tell him to visit St. Trina. Find them in the dungeon and keep drinking St. Trina’s nectar (and dying) four times. Speak to Thiollier and say  “Pass on St. Trina’s words”, followed by “Try to pass on St. Trina’s words again.” This will start a boss fight with Thiollier. Defeat him to earn his set.
Verdigris SetVerdigris Helm,Verdigris Armor,Verdigris Gauntlets,Verdigris GreavesMoore is the NPC merchant you meet at the start of Shadow of the Erdtree. Kill him to earn his set.
Young Lion’s SetYoung Lion’s Helm,Young Lion’s Armor,Young Lion’s Gauntlets,Young Lion’s GreavesCan be purchased from Roundtable Hold after defeating the final boss of the DLC.

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