Black Myth Wukong: 10 Best Armor Sets

In Black Myth: Wukong, there are 19 different armor sets, each offering more than just defense and durability. The top armor sets in the game provide various skill boosts and abilities that enhance specific combat attributes. These sets can improve your Spells, Resistance, and abilities for Dodges and Attacks, among other features.

As players progress, they will face tougher bosses and enemies, so having the best gear is crucial. Fortunately, there are many armor sets available to help players overcome these challenges. Some armor sets can be upgraded, while others come fully upgraded. With so many options, choosing the right set can be challenging.

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Folk Opera Set

Folk Opera Almsgiving Armor

The Folk Opera Set may not be ideal for the later chapters of the game due to its lower defense stats. However, each piece of this armor set grants extra Will when defeating enemies. Will is the game’s currency, essential for buying items, crafting weapons and armor, and more, making it crucial for progressing through the game. The trade-off between lower defense and increased Will makes battles harder, but it provides more currency for the tools you need to advance.

Unfortunately, the entire Folk Opera Set is only available in the game’s Deluxe Edition, with no other way to obtain it currently.

Loongscale Set

Loongscale Battlerobe

The Loongscale Battlerobe is a stunning and elegant chest armor, perfect for Destined Ones who focus on Thunder damage, such as with the charged Kang-Jin Staff. This armor boosts the Vengeful Mirage martial arts skill, which creates an explosive illusion after a perfect dodge. With the battle robe, this explosion applies Thunder Bane to enemies, adding extra damage while staggering and interrupting them.

You can craft the Loongscale Battlerobe and its matching set after defeating the Kang-Jin Star boss at Bitter Lake in Chapter Three. However, the battle is tough, as Kang-Jin Star uses fast, powerful Thunder and Lightning attacks.

Ochre Set

Ochre Battlerobe

In Black Myth: Wukong, some armor sets are tailored to different play styles, making it easier to complement your chosen spells. The Ochre Armor is excellent for players who need elemental defense, especially with its Chill Resistance, which is useful in the snowy New West of Chapter 3.

It’s a perfect match for those who use spells like Cloud Step and Pluck of Many (a skill granted by the Headless Monk). This powerful armor set becomes available after defeating the Yellow Wind Sage, the final boss of Chapter 2, in the Yellow Wind Formation region.

Galeguard Set

Galeguard Beastmaw Armor

In Black Myth: Wukong, since there is no standard Parry ability, players need to rely mostly on dodging attacks. Timing is key, as players can either perform a regular dodge or a perfect dodge. Regular dodges help avoid attacks, but perfect dodges are more advantageous. The unique effect of the Galeguard Greaves restores a moderate amount of Mana after performing three Perfect Dodges in a row. This bonus pairs nicely with the reduced cooldown on spells, enabling you to cast them more frequently.

Equipping two pieces of the Galeguard Set boosts Focus with each perfect dodge. Wearing all four parts reduces spell cooldowns after a perfect dodge. This ability, when combined with Peace from Peril and other dodge skills, is powerful, allowing players to deal extra damage and quickly reuse spells.

Yaksha Outrage Set

Embroidered Shirt of Outrage

The Yaksha set is one of the top choices for players focused solely on maximizing DPS. While it boosts Attack Power, it significantly lowers Defense, making it a risky option, especially in end-game scenarios. However, pairing it with defense-boosting Curios like the Gold Spikeplate can make the set viable for tougher encounters.

The Yaksha set shines in New Game+, where it can be combined with Curios like Gold Button and Beast Buddha to greatly enhance base DPS. Keep in mind that the set increases both the damage you deal and the damage you take.

Bull King Set

Bull King’s Shan Wen Armor

The Bull King’s set is considered one of the best options for beginners who want strong armor to get through most battles in Black Myth: Wukong. It significantly boosts the Destined One’s defenses, restores Focus when hit, and provides hyper armor, meaning most light attack combos won’t be interrupted by regular hits.

However, its drawback compared to the Monkey King’s is that it’s only fully available in New Game+. While you can craft half of it during your first playthrough (if you skip crafting the Bishui Staff), getting the complete set requires entering New Game+.

Non-Pure Set

Non-Pure Armor of Coiling Loong

The Non-Pure Armor is another legendary armor with strong defense stats. Like the Golden Armor, it provides buffs when using Spirits and Transformations, along with other combat and survival boosts.

Wearing half the set grants temporary Damage Reduction when De-Transforming or leaving the Spirit state. Additionally, the Greaves’ Unique Effect eliminates Stamina costs for a short time after exiting these states, allowing you to perform actions like Perfect Dodges or attack combos without worrying about Stamina depletion. Equipping the full set boosts your Might recovery rate, and Dodges and Perfect Dodges restore a small amount of additional Might.

Centipede Set

Centipede Qiang-Jin Armor

The Centipede Set requires a specific build to work effectively. It’s most effective when the player is poisoned, which is not an ideal state. However, the set helps manage this issue by significantly reducing ongoing poison damage when two pieces are equipped.

Wearing all four pieces boosts attack power substantially while in a Poisoned State. Although the set looks impressive, the challenge is getting poisoned, which can be addressed by using the Deathstinger (Consumable) to inflict poison on yourself. This ensures you meet the conditions and make the most of the Centipede armor set.

Golden Set

Golden Embroidered Shirt

The Golden set is not only the best choice for mid to late-game armor in Black Myth: Wukong but also one of the best for New Game+ due to its key perks. This armor focuses on Spirit and Vessel abilities or Qi. While it may not offer the highest defense or damage per second (DPS), its unique perk restores Qi with each Critical Hit.

As long as you keep landing Critical Hits, which is easy with Jingubang as it is one of the Best Weapons in Black Myth Wukong and the Thrust Stance, you’ll consistently access your Spirit and Vessel abilities. Upgrading the armor to Mythical rarity will further enhance its perks.

Monkey King Set

Gold Suozi Armor

The Monkey King’s set is a great option for both end-game battles and New Game+. If you prefer not to invest time and resources into upgrading armor in New Game+, this set can easily carry you through most of the game. Its standout feature is the Critical Hit Damage boost, which, when combined with Curios like the Jade Moon Rabbit, allows you to land frequent critical hits, even with basic light attacks. Additionally, pairing this armor with the Jingubang weapon unlocks a perk that reduces Spell cooldowns when you score critical hits.

The main drawback of the Monkey King’s set is that it heavily depends on the Jingubang, limiting its effectiveness if you prefer to use other, more powerful weapons like the Tri-Point Double-Edged Spear or Stormflash Loong Staff.