Elden Ring: Best Armor For Samurai & How To Unlock Them

Elden Ring, one of the masterpiece video games in the Soulsborne genre, offers unique classes & a vast array of armor sets tailored for different playstyles. For the Samurai class, renowned for its agility and precision, selecting the right armor is paramount to making the best Samurai Build. That is why I have listed here the top 5 best Samurai Armor Sets in Elden Ring that you should get if you’re going with this class of character. 

Best Samurai Armor Sets In Elden Ring

Here is an overview of the best Samurai Armor Sets in Elden Ring showcased along with Physical, Vitality, Holy, Lightning, Robustness, Strike, Magic, and Weight stats:

Serial No	Name of Armor Set	Physical	Vitality	Holy	Lightning	Robustness	Strike	Magic	Weight
1	Briar Armor Set	25.6	80	24.4	24.1	140	23.2	24.5	25.2
2	White Reed Armor Set	20.6	120	22.1	25.8	100	22.1	120	19.8
3	Ronin Armor Set	23	140	25.6	28.3	125	23	23.4	21.1
4	Land of Reeds Armor Set	19	120	23.6	25.8	13	20.6	20.4	19.8
5	Black Knife Armor Set	22.5	54	22.5	13.5	108	21.6	17.5	21.8

1. Briar Armor Set

The Briar Set is the best Samurai armor Set in Elden Ring in terms of overall abilities. It provides a good balance between defense against physical attacks and Magical abilities, although it is quite heavy. 

Talking about the looks, if you want to have the appearance of a Samurai, this set may not be suitable. It is better suited for players with a blood build in Elden Ring. The Set consists of four pieces of Armor: chest armor, helmet, gloves, and leg Armor.

Stats

Talking of the stats of the Briar Set in Elden Ring, it can reduce Damage by an average of 25.5, and it weighs 25.2, which is quite interesting. While compared with other Armor Sets, It provides better protection compared to other armor. Additionally, its higher poise makes it suitable for both long-range Battles and close combat.

On the other hand, the stats of Briar armor set in Elden Ring are what stands it out from the other armor, making it the top choice for the Samurai class. Following are the stats of the Briar Set:

Physical	25.6
Vitality	80
Holy	24.4
Lightning	24.1
Robustness	140
Strike	23.2
Magic	24.5
Weight	25.2

Resistance Stats of Briar Set 

Immunity	113
Focus	86
Vitality	80
Poise	27
Robustness	140

How To Get 

After defeating Elemer of the Briar in Elden Ring, the last boss in The Shaded Castle, you can get the Briar Set. Then, you can buy it from Finger Reader Enia in Roundtable Hold. The Briar Set is better in fights and has more stability than other Sets. Additionally, when you roll to dodge, you can hurt your enemies, making them more powerful. 

The Briar Set has a much higher poise compared to all the other Sets in the list of the best armor for Samurai in Elden Ring, which makes it extremely effective in Battles. Another important thing is that Armor is that when you roll and hit an Enemy in front of you, the Armor itself can cause damage to them. 

2. White Reed Armor Set

The Armor of the White Reeds is crafted using iron plates joined together in the Elden Ring. This Armor Set is widely known and desired, mainly because of its attractive and appealing design.

The Set consists of four parts: the Okina Mask, White Reed Armor, White Reed Gauntlets, and White Reed Greaves. The White Reeds Armor can be found in Spirit Callers Cave at the Mountaintops of the Giant in Elden Ring. 

Stats

Talking of the Stats of White Reed Greaves Armor, While the Set offers a poise of 16, which is quite high, its impressive Damage reduction is 22.7.

The Okina Mask provides a significant boost to your immunity, increasing it by 159. However, it also comes with the drawback of reducing your focus. 

Physical	20.6
Strike	22.1
Holy	22.1
Lightning	25.8
Robustness	100
Vitality	120
Weight	19.8

How To Get 

To obtain the full Set of White Reed Greaves Armor, you have to finish a series of Quests. You will also require a special key called the stonesword key to enter a cave.

You can buy this key from Merchants or Twin Maiden Husks and finally, you can get the Okina Mask by defeating the formidable Enemy known as Bloody Finger Okina in the Church of Repose at the Mountaintops of the Giants in Elden Ring.

The stats of the White Reed Greaves Armor Set are truly impressive in Elden Ring. With its high Poise, it excels in close combat, and the Okina Mask provides a significant boost to your Immunity while also granting a decent increase in Focus. 

However, be aware that the White Reed Greaves armor set slightly reduces your Focus by 44, although it enhances your Dexterity by 3. Overall, wearing the Set will not only make you powerful but also give you a cool and stylish appearance. 

But acquiring a White Reed Greaves Set is not an easy task. You will have to travel into the Spirit Callers Cave located at the top of the Giants Mountain. It is a challenging journey, but the reward will be worth it.

3. Ronin Armor Set 

When I talk about the looks and more personalization of your character Ronin Set in Elden Ring is the best Samurair armor without a doubt. The Headwear of this Set looks incredibly cool and gives off a strong and intimidating vibe. The Armor pieces of Ronin’s Set include the Iron Kasa, Ronin’s Armor, Gauntlets, and Greaves. 

The Ronin’s Set is considered to be a medium-powered Armor that provides normal Damage reduction. Compared to other medium Armor Sets, it is slightly lighter in weight as you will see in the stats. 

Stats

Physical	23
Strike	23
Holy	25.6
Lightning	28.3
Robustness	125
Vitality	140
Weight	21.1

With these statistics, the Ronin’s Set offers an average Damage reduction of 25, which is notably higher compared to the Land of Reed’s and White Reed’s Armor Sets. However, it weighs 21.1, which is heavier than those Sets. Here are the resistance stats: 

Immunity	167
Focus	132
Poise	15
Vitality	140
Robustness	125

How To Get 

To acquire the Ronin’s Set in Elden Ring, you must finish Yura’s Quest line in the game. It’s important to note that even though you’ll see Yura wearing the Armor, you can’t obtain it by defeating him.

The only way to obtain Ronin Armor Set Armor is by heading to the Mountain tops of the Giants and completing the Quest. During this Quest, Yura will transform into Shabiri, and afterward, you can find the Armor in the Zamor Ruins in Elden Ring. 

4. Land of Reeds Armor Set 

The Land of Reeds Armor is another of the best Samurai armor in the Elden Ring, especially if you choose the Samurai class. It is made up of iron strips that are joined together. Talking of the medieval Armor looks, the Elden Ring also allows you to personalize your Land of Reeds Armor by deciding whether to keep or remove the fur detailing. 

This choice can add a touch of legendary flair to your appearance. The Land of Reeds Armor Set consists of four pieces: Chest Armor, Helmet, Gauntlets, and Leg Armor. The modest amount of Poise provided by this Armor Set can help you resist being staggered frequently by Enemy attacks. 

Stats

The Land of Reeds Armor is good for immunity or Damage against the bosses, and it provides a solid Damage reduction of 22.8, making it highly effective in shielding you, especially in close combat.  

Not only does Land of Reeds Armor offer exceptional protection, but it also gives your character a striking and noble Samurai appearance. Additionally, the Armor weighs 19.8, allowing for easy movement, and its poise of 120 ensures that you remain steady and resilient, preventing excessive staggering when faced with Enemy attacks.

Physical	19
Strike	20.6
Holy	23.6
Lightning	25.8
Robustness	13
Vitality	120
Focus	130

Here are the resistance stats of this armor set:

Robustness	13
Focus	130
Poise	120
Vitality	120
Immunity	143

How To Get

You can acquire Land of Reeds Armor set at the Isolated Merchant’s Shack in the Dragonbarrow area. The merchant there offers the complete collection for a price of 4500 runes.

Interestingly, going with the Samurai as the starting class in Elden Ring grants you access to this Armor, which is considered easily the best Samurai starting Armor option in Elden Ring among the classes.

5. Black Knife Armor Set

The Black Knife Set is well known due to its association with the notorious Black Knife assassins. These traitors played a significant role in the downfall of the Elden Ring by stealing the Rune of Death and committing regicide against Marika’s firstborn. 

Additionally, the Black Knife Armor Set includes items that greatly enhance stealth abilities, making them highly desirable for sneaky tactics. The Armor Set in Elden Ring consists of four pieces: the Black Knife Hood, Armor, Gauntlets, and Greaves. 

The chest piece is particularly noteworthy as it enhances stealth by reducing footstep sounds, allowing for quieter movement. Furthermore, the chest piece includes a translucent cloak with an attached hood, adding an air of mystery and cover to the wearer’s appearance.

Stats

The Black Knife Set has an average Damage reduction of 20.6 and an average weight of 21.8. The overall stats of this Armor are good in Elden Ring,

Physical	22.5
Strike	21.6
Holy	22.5
Lightning	13.5
Robustness	108
Vitality	54
Focus	54

How To Get

To obtain the Black Knife Armor Set, you need to go to the Consecrated Snowfield in Elden Ring, which you will see in the later stages of the game. To enter this area, you must acquire the Secret Haligtree Medallion and then make your way to Liturgical Town.

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