There are a number of cool outfits and armors for Geralt to wear in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Some are helpful on a practical level, providing serious defense and bonuses to abilities, while others are little more than costumes only meant to be appealing on a cosmetic level while providing minimal defense.
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This list ranks the best things Geralt can wear based solely on appearances. Some may conveniently double as powerful armor, while others will require skilled players to survive with. Either way, Geralt is sure to look impressive in these sets.
Updated June 7, 2021 by Ben Baker: While these outfits are ranked in terms of appearances, they also offer a ton of combat bonuses and other perks. In fact, many of these outfits are actually some of the best sets of gear in the game. Because of this, it seemed important to add details about how each set of gear performs and how to craft or find them. It’s not often a player can look fashionable and survive attacks from various monsters in a game. When looking to equip Geralt with the right armor for any given situation, these costumes should be prioritized.
10 Redanian Halberdier
During the events of the game, the Redania nation is locked in a fierce war with the Nilfgaard Empire. Geralt has the chance to come across Redanian Halberdiers who wear this armor set. It’s a spartan outfit with metal shoulders, a neck guard, and a red leather cuirass that’s full body length.
It gives Geralt a uniform look, almost like that of a mercenary. To obtain this uniform, the player is going to have to strip it off a Halberdier or craft it. It does provide some defense against piercing, bludgeoning, and slashing, but honestly, players will only wear this for appearances.
Crafting Recipe:
- Linen x 6
- Hardened Leather x 3
- Leather Straps x 5
- Leather Scraps x 4
- Steel Plates x 4
Effects:
- 20% Piercing Damage Resistance
- 20% Bludgeoning Damage Resistance
- 30% Slashing Damage Resistance
9 Skellige Undvik
Also known as Skellige armor, this colorful set makes Geralt really pop without being obnoxious or silly-looking. It was crafted to help wearers survive the frigid climate of the Skellige Archipelago without sacrificing any of the protection regular armor provides.
It’s actually a decent set of armor with good ratings and resistances to a variety of damage, especially slashing. To obtain this set the player will need the free Skellige Armor Set DLC, and it can be bought from the Armorer in Kaer Trolde citadel.
Effects:
- 35% Piercing Damage Resistance
- 35% Bludgeoning Damage Resistance
- 40% Slashing Damage Resistance
- 10% Monster Damage Resistance
- 10% Elemental Damage Resistance
8 Nilfgaardian Guardsman
This armor is worn by the bodyguards sworn to protect people of importance within the Nilfgaard empire. Geralt will certainly look imposing when he dons this heavy set of dark armor with high pauldrons, metal plating, and a broad figure.
Found late in the game, this is one of the best vanilla sets players can obtain, though they do lose some stamina. The entire set can be bought from the Armorer in Kaer Trolde. With this on, Geralt will be extremely durable and show his loyalty to Nilfgaard.
Crafting Recipe:
- Hardened Leather x 2
- Cured Draconid Leather x 2
- Leather Scraps x 5
- Silk x 1
- Dark Steel Plate x 4
Effects:
- 40% Slashing Damage Resistance
- 35% Piercing Damage Resistance
- 30% Bludgeoning Damage Resistance
7 Legendary Manticore
Upgraded from the Manticore School Gear set, this great-looking outfit gives the appearance of a Witcher who’s ready to tackle any monster or beast that comes their way. Despite the name, it’s on the same level as a Grandmaster set from the other schools.
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To obtain it, players need to have the Blood and Wine DLC, be in New Game +, and complete the quest Scavenger Hunt: Grandmaster Manticore Gear. It’s a tall order to acquire, but Geralt will have a great set of armor that provides resistance to toxicity and monster attacks, in addition to looking great.
Crafting Recipe:
- Shirt x 1
- Infused Slyzard Hide x 2
- Enriched Dimeritium Plate x 2
- Monster Brain x 1
- Monster Heart x 1
Effects:
- 12 Toxicity
- 26% Piercing Damage Resistance
- 33% Slashing Damage Resistance
- 36% Monster Damage Resistance
- 30% Critical Hit Damage Bonus
6 Kaer Morhen
For many players, the default set of armor received at the beginning of the game is one of the best-looking outfits Geralt can wear. Its darker coloring and combination of tough leather and sturdy cloth give it a durable, but mobile appearance. It’s the kind of armor that can take the few hits the wearer didn’t manage to dodge.
It’s a decent set to wear for the beginning and into the midgame. But after a while, Geralt will simply need something stronger, and this set from Kaer Morhen won’t cut it.
Crafting Recipe:
- Linen x 2
- Cured Leather x 1
- Leather Scraps x 2
- Leather Straps x 2
- Iron Ore x 2
Effects:
- 7% Bludgeoning Damage Resistance
- 10% Slashing Damage Resistance
- 10% Monster Damage Resistance
- 10% Elemental Damage Resistance
5 Grandmaster Legendary Ursine Armor
The Witchers belonging to the School of the Bear are known for being gruff loners. They favor durability over mobility, and this heavy armor will definitely provide the former. It has great aesthetics thanks to the combination of metal plating, hard leather, cloth, and fur. It’ll protect you from both damage and the cold.
To get this armor, players will need the Blood and Wine DLC, and then they'll need to craft it up from the base set in New Game +. It’s great if someone is going for a rugged barbarian or Viking look.
Crafting Recipe:
- Mastercrafted Legendary Ursine Armor x 1
- Infused Slyzard Hide x 2
- Enriched Dimeritium Plate x 2
- Monster Essence x 1
- Monster Heart x 1
Effects:
- 34% Adrenaline Point Gain
- 30% Piercing Damage Resistance
- 30% Bludgeoning Damage Resistance
- 40% Slashing Damage Resistance
- 48% Monster Damage Resistance
4 New Moon
The New Moon armor set is the very essence of a thief, and it’s classified as such in the game’s files. It’s a dark leather/cloth-based armor that seems to make Geralt blend into the shadows. Only a player with shady intentions would wear this set.
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It’s obtained in the Hearts of Stone DLC and requires the player to find various hidden treasure locations throughout the new area. It comes in three flavors, but the best variation is the Relic Set as it gives a bonus to gold found.
Effects:
- 15% Bludgeoning Damage Resistance
- 25% Slashing Damage Resistance
3 Nilfgaardian
Perhaps part of the reason the Nilfgaardian nation is able to conquer so many realms is that their army wears this fierce-looking armor. It’s a studded set of leather with designs emblazoned across the chest. Not only will Geralt look great, but his horse will look very fashionable as well.
This set requires obtaining the free Nilfgaardian Armor Set DLC. Then just find the Quartermaster at Crow’s Perch, and buy the entire set from him. Wearing this outfit will also get Geralt into the House of Respite.
Effects:
- 25% Piercing Damage Resistance
- 25% Bludgeoning Damage Resistance
- 30% Slashing Damage Resistance
- 10% Monster Damage Resistance
- 5% Elemental Damage Resistance
2 Grandmaster Legendary Wolven Armor
It’s only fitting that the armor belonging to Geralt’s School would be one of the best outfits in the game. The Grandmaster Legendary Wolven Armor is a layered leather jacket with cloth and metal studs, coupled with mail armor, metal plates, and red accents. It’s the perfect balance of durability and mobility.
This set is locked behind the Blood and Wine DLC, and players will need to enter New Game + and craft it. Afterward, Geralt will have an intimidating set that seems designed to get blood on it without ruining the aesthetic.
Crafting Recipe:
- Infused Slyzard Hide x 2
- Enriched Dimeritium Plate x 2
- Monster Heart x 1
- Monster Stomach x 1
Effects:
- 35% Adrenaline Point Gain
- 26% Piercing Damage Resistance
- 20% Bludgeoning Damage Resistance
- 33% Slashing Damage Resistance
- 36% Monster Damage Resistance
1 Legendary Viper Armor
The best outfit in the entire game based on appearances is the Legendary Viper Armor set. It’s a set worn by Witchers of the School of Viper, which some belief was founded specifically to counter The Wild Hunt. This dark set of leather lends to the mysterious and shady nature of this School of Witchers who fight like assassins using twin blades with lots of mobility and stealth.
To acquire the Legendary Viper Armor, players will need the Hearts of Stone DLC and be in New Game +. People can buy it from the Countess in Barsodis’ Auction House during the quest Open Sesame!.
Crafting Recipe:
- Linen x 4
- Hardened Leather x 4
- Leather Straps x 5
- Wire x 4
- Cured Draconid Leather x 1
Effects:
- 30% Piercing Damage Resistance
- 50% Poisoning Damage Resistance
- 30% Slashing Damage Resistance
- 40% Monster Damage Resistance
- 40% Elemental Damage Resistance