Top Armor Sets in KCD2: Kingdom Come Deliverance 2

In *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, armor sets function differently compared to typical RPGs. Instead of receiving bonuses for wearing complete sets, players often assemble armor from pieces found in specific locations or taken from defeated enemies. The names of these sets usually reflect their origins, except for special sets obtained through Twitch drops or pre-orders.

Best Armor Sets for Protection

Praguer Guard Armor

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The Praguer Guard Armor is not chosen for its stats but for its utility in the "Reckoning" quest, one of the final main quests where you seek Sam. Wearing this armor allows you to move freely through the camp without being questioned or attacked by guards, simplifying the quest. Additionally, it provides substantial protection with defense stats, depending on quality, of 269 stab resistance, 312 slash resistance, and 146 blunt resistance.

Cuman Armor

Obtained from enemies in the latter part of the game within the Kuttenberg Region, specifically during the "Bellatores" side quest, the Cuman Armor offers high protection against slashing and blunt damage. It's ideal for quests involving unavoidable combat but less suited for stealth due to its high noise and conspicuousness values. Its defense stats, depending on quality, include 149 stab resistance, 181 slash resistance, and 65 blunt resistance.

Milanese Cuirass Armor

Available for purchase from merchants in Kuttenberg City, the Milanese Cuirass Armor provides solid defense against various damages. It's a costly but reliable set, though its weight makes it less ideal for carrying multiple sets. Its defense stats, depending on quality, are 392 stab resistance, 286 slash resistance, and 100 blunt resistance.

Vavak Soldier Armor

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This set can be looted from Vavak's soldiers during the confrontation at the Ruthards' palace, leading to a quest involving Rosa’s book. While the chest piece may not be the strongest, other pieces offer significant stab and slash defense. Even if you don't take the full set, grabbing select pieces like the head and gloves can be advantageous in combat situations. Its defense stats, depending on quality, are 352 stab resistance, 264 slash resistance, and 99 blunt resistance.

Brunswick Armor

Exclusive to pre-order players and obtained through the "Lion’s Crest" side quest, the Brunswick Armor is highly valuable due to its early availability. It's one of the few decent sets you can acquire before Semine’s wedding, aiding in early quests where your skills and perks are still developing. Wearing the entire set provides 704 stab resistance, 567 slash resistance, and 239 blunt resistance.

Best Armor for Stealth

Cutpurse Armor

The Cutpurse Armor, available through Twitch drops, is ideal for stealth. However, its availability is limited to those who participated in the drops, with no current plans for re-release unless future events are announced. Its defense stats, when wearing the entire set, are 24 stab resistance, 53 slash resistance, and 54 blunt resistance.

Overall Best Armor

The optimal armor strategy in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* involves mixing and matching pieces to suit your build's needs rather than relying on full sets. While complete sets may look good in cutscenes, they don't offer combat advantages or enhance stealth capabilities. Balancing armor with the best weapons in the game can help you navigate quests successfully, even with basic armor, if you're skilled in combat.