Geralt’s survival inThe Witcher 3isn’t just limited to hisWitcher signsand the two swords on his back, players must alsorely on Geralt’s suite of armor options to both absorb enemy damage andcomplement their builds. However, given the wide range of armor options inThe Witcher 3, players can often find themselves confused trying to choose the best set that helps them leverage the most out of their builds. For those who have found themselves unsure about what the best armor sets are inThe Witcher 3, this ranking should be valuable.
Updated by Vincent Arogya on June 12, 2025: This list has been updated with five additional armor sets to offer even more value and give readers a broader selection of options, no matter where they are in their Witcher 3 journey.
15New Moon Armor (Relic)
ExceptionalCritical Damage For Precision Combat
The New Moon Armor is a great choice for players who wantGeralt to look sleek while scoring critical hits. While the New Moon Armor is inferior to the top-of-the-line Witcher sets,it’s a great armor choice for the mid-game. However, the armor set will become a bottleneck to most builds as players advance into the late game, especially theBlood and Wineexpansion.
Besides the critical damage buff, the New Moon Armor’s dark and sleek aesthetic also adds a layer of style and sophistication to Geralt’s appearance.
14White Tiger Of The West
Small Boost To HP & Melee Damage Resistance
The White Tiger of the West is a visually striking armor set that can be acquired relatively early in the game. Added as part of the next-gen update, theWhite Tiger of the Westfeatures intricate, eastern-inspired designs, giving Geralt an elegant look.
This armor set is perfect for players who want to maximize stamina regeneration and agility. It grants+75 bonus to Vitality, minor resistance to piercing, bludgeoning, and slashing damage, and also reduces incoming damage from monsters.
13Nilfgaardian Armor
Early Game Armor That Both Performs & Looks Great
The Nilfgaardian set is a great early game armor set that can be purchased in Velen. The armor offers resistance against all damage types,including monsters and elemental effects. Its distinct black-and-gold design gives Geralt an imperial look. It’s also perfect for those who wish to roleplay as a Witcher who aligns with the Nilfgaardian Empire.
Given that the set can be equipped at level 10, it’s agreat early game upgrade that will last most builds until level 15-18. While it’s not as powerful as some of the iconic Witcher gear, the Nilfgaardian Armor’s accessibility and early-game functionality make it a solid pick.
12Undvik Armor
Excels In Damage Resistance For Durable Combat
The Undvik armor is a single chest piece that offers excellent protection in the early mid-game andstrikes the balance between protection and mobility. When donning this armor, players can expect to take on challenging enemies or even groups of enemies with confidence. The Undvik armor allows Geralt to trade more blows before having to back away to cast signs or consume potions.
The Undvik armor’s rugged and fur-lined design captures Skellige’s environmental and cultural aesthetic, making Geralt seem part of the Skellige Isles.
11Redanian Halberdier’s Armor
Provides Resistance To Melee & Ranged Damage, As Well As Two Random Effects
While players can randomly loot the Redanian Halberdier’s armor,the magic version is only obtainable through crafting. The Redanian Halberdier is a single-piece armor, so it lacks the synergistic features that most armor sets offer. Regardless,it’s a unique early-mid gear that stands out for its distinctive lookand will appeal to those who wish to roleplay as a Witcher aligned with the Redanian Empire.
The Redanian Halberdier’s armoroffers decent resistance to piercing, bludgeoning, and slashing damage, alongside resistance to two random magical effectssuch as poisoning or bleeding.
10Toussaint Knight’s Armor
Offers Bonus HP & Resistance Against Non-Magic Damage
The Toussaint Knight’s armor is heavy relic armor that combines exceptional defense with a striking chivalric design. The armor offers a +450 boost to vitality, along with decent resistance against piercing, bludgeoning, bleeding, and slashing damage.
The Toussaint Knight’s armor’s vitality bonus and damage resistance make it a great pick for tank builds. The armor also comes with three rune slots, allowing you to further enchant it for additional bonuses.
9Tesham Mutna Armor
Grants Life-Stealing Perk & Moderate Damage Negation
The Tesham Mutna set is a unique,vampiric-themed armor that restores a portion of Geralt’s health upon killing an enemy. The armor set contains five pieces and each worn item grants 1% of health regeneration,to a maximum of 5% when wearing the full set.
The Tesham Mutna armor is a functional set while also being visually distinct. Although subjective, the armor’s appearance may not be for everyone as it lacks aesthetic flair. Nevertheless, players who wish to prioritize survival over appearance should consider this excellent late-game armor.
Alternatively, players can also acquire the Hen Gaidth Armor if they decide to meet theUnseen ElderinBlood and Wine.
8Toussaint Knight’s Tourney Armor
Vitality Boost & Regal Aesthetic
The Toussaint Knight’s Tourney set bolsters Geralt’s defenses byproviding an additional 500+ HP and offers resistance against piercing, bludgeoning, and slashing damage. When equipping the full set, the armor provides a 25% chance to deflect projectiles with Quen.
The Toussaint Knight’s Tourney set features a gilded aesthetic thatreflects Toussaint’s regal and elegant craftsmanship. The armor set is ideal for late-game combat or new game plus.
7Grandmaster Legendary Forgotten Wolven Armor
Added To The Next-Gen Version That Improves Bleeding & Synergy Builds
Introduced in the next-gen version of the game, theGrandmaster Legendary Forgotten Wolven setis inspired by the armor featured in the Netflix adaptation ofThe Witcher. The armor offers bonuses tobleeding and adrenaline-based builds.
When equipping all six gear items, including the two swords, players canstack additional bleeding damage on a single enemy based on their accumulated adrenaline points. The Legendary Forgotten Wolven set is perfect for those who wish to dish out serious punishment and do so in style.
6Grandmaster Griffin Armor
Improved Sign Intensity & Resistance Against Monsters
The Grandmaster Griffin armor set is one of the top-tier Witcher gear that’s ideal forplayers who love casting signs often. The set also provides decentresistance against piercing, bludgeoning, and slashing damage. Equipping the full set enables players to cast a standard spell for freewithin three seconds of casting the previous spell, and the armor set also passively buffs Yrden spell by increasing the diameter of the trap.
The Grandmaster Griffin armor is a sleek Witcher set, reflecting the intelligence and strength traits of the Griffin School. Players wishing to dominate large enemy groups with tactical sign-play should consider this armor set.
