Unlocking Legendary Glory: A Guide to Acquiring Legendary Armor in Assassin’s Creed Odyssey

So, you’re on the hunt for legendary armor in Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, eh? Excellent choice! These sets aren’t just about looking good (though they certainly deliver on that front); they also provide powerful bonuses that can dramatically enhance your playstyle. In a nutshell, you get legendary armor by completing specific tasks: defeating cultists, mercenaries, and completing certain quests (main or side). Each armor set offers a unique set bonus when fully equipped, tailored to different combat styles. This article will delve into the ways to acquiring legendary armor and provide additional valuable information for the readers.

The Path to Legendary Armor: A Deep Dive

Acquiring legendary armor in Assassin’s Creed Odyssey is no simple task. It demands dedication, exploration, and a willingness to face some of the game’s toughest challenges. Forget wandering around hoping to stumble upon them; these sets are tied to specific in-game activities. There are a few primary methods:

• Cult of Kosmos Elimination: This is the most common way to obtain full legendary armor sets. Each branch of the Cult of Kosmos (Heroes of the Cult, Worshippers of the Bloodline, Gods of the Aegean Sea, etc.) has a specific armor set tied to its members. You’ll need to meticulously hunt down and eliminate all the branch’s cultists to collect all the pieces.
• Defeating Specific Mercenaries: Some mercenaries, particularly those who are part of the “Epic Mercenary Set” system, drop legendary armor pieces upon defeat. Keep an eye out for mercenaries with golden outlines and unique names on the mercenary tier list; these are your targets.
• Completing Main Quests: Certain main story quests will reward you with legendary armor pieces as part of the narrative progression. These are often tied to pivotal moments in the game’s storyline.
• Completing Side Quests: While less common than the other methods, some side quests, particularly those with significant storylines or ties to major characters, will grant you legendary armor pieces. Explore the world thoroughly and take on as many quests as possible!
• DLC Content: Both the Legacy of the First Blade and The Fate of Atlantis DLCs introduce new legendary armor sets obtainable through completing their respective storylines and related activities.

Legendary Armor Sets and How to Acquire Them

To give you a head start on your treasure hunt, here’s a breakdown of some of the most sought-after legendary armor sets and how to obtain them:

• Agamemnon Set: This powerful set enhances fire damage and burn rate, making it ideal for pyromaniacs. You get this set by killing all the Heroes of the Cult cultists.
• Pirate Set: Provides a bonus to Assassin abilities, making it perfect for stealth players. This set is obtained by eliminating the Gods of the Aegean Sea cultists.
• Immortal Set: Improves health and allows you to be revived when you die, which can be useful for players that are still struggling. To get this set, hunt down the Worshippers of the Bloodline branch of the Cult of Kosmos.
• Snake Set: Boosts poison damage and weakens enemies, making it a potent choice for debilitation tactics. To get this set, you’ll have to kill all the Eyes of Kosmos cultists.
• Spartan War Hero Set: Increases Warrior damage and overall strength in combat. The set requires you to eliminate the Peloponnesian League Cult Branch.
• Athenian War Hero Set: Provides a bonus to all damage with weapons when at full health. You must defeat all the Silver Vein cultists to get the set.
• Demigod Set: Increases Warrior damage and all damage, making it a good overall set. This armor is acquired at the end of the game as it is the armor set the player’s sibling is wearing.
• Amazon Set: Provides a bonus to damage dealt while in combat. It is rewarded for defeating certain mercenaries and ranking in the upper echelons of the Mercenary Tier system.
• Arena Fighter’s Set: Provides health regeneration in combat, allowing you to survive longer. This is rewarded by winning the Arena as champion.
• Pilgrim’s Set: Reduces the cost of using the Shadow of Nyx ability. This set can be looted from Legendary Chests at temples in Boeotia, Lakonia, Messenia, and Messara.
• Celestial Set: Provides a bonus to critical hit damage and critical hit chance. This set can be acquired by killing all of the mythical creatures throughout the game.
• The Dikastes Set: Provides the best possible bonus to Bounty removal, reducing it significantly. The set is gained by eliminating the Sages in the Order of Dominion.
• Mycenaean Set: This set offers the greatest potential defense bonus to the player. You’ll have to kill all of the Order of Hunters to get the set.
• Nemean Lion Set: This set gives 10% of damage dealt to be returned as health, making it useful in long fights. This armor set can be purchased through the Helix store.
• Abstergo Set: This armor set causes projectiles to return to the shooter. This armor set can be purchased through the Helix store.

The Power of Engravings

Don’t underestimate the importance of engravings. As you progress through the game, you’ll unlock various engravings that can be applied to your armor (and weapons) to further customize their stats. Keep an eye out for engravings that complement your chosen armor set and playstyle. Certain engravings can significantly boost your effectiveness in combat, while others can provide useful utility bonuses. Experiment with different engravings to find the perfect combination for your character.

Remember to Upgrade Your Gear

Regardless of the type of armor you are wearing, the stats will soon make the armor worthless. Always keep your armor upgraded to the maximum level that you can. The cost for upgrading armor can be quite high in the game, so be sure to keep an eye on your resources. Without upgrading your armor, the high-level enemies can deal incredible damage. Upgrading armor is especially important when attempting the “Nightmare” difficulty setting.

Mastering Your Build

Ultimately, acquiring legendary armor is only one piece of the puzzle. To truly excel in Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, you need to master your character build. This involves carefully selecting your skills, abilities, and engravings to create a cohesive and powerful combat style. Experiment with different builds to find one that suits your preferences and strengths. Whether you prefer a stealthy assassin approach, a brutal warrior style, or a mix of both, there’s a build that’s right for you.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can you get legendary armor early in Assassin’s Creed Odyssey?

While some legendary armor pieces can be obtained relatively early, like the Pilgrim’s Set, many require you to progress further in the game to unlock the necessary quests or access certain areas.

2. Is it possible to miss out on legendary armor sets?

No, legendary armor sets are always obtainable. If you missed a cultist, they will still be there. You can always backtrack and complete the necessary tasks to acquire them.

3. Do all cultists drop legendary armor pieces?

No, only cultists who are part of a specific branch that is associated with a legendary armor set will drop pieces of that set. The Cult of Kosmos is the main source of legendary armor sets in the game.

4. Can you buy legendary armor?

While you can buy some armor from the store in the game using real money, most legendary armor pieces are obtained through gameplay. This is because the armor sets are tied to in-game activities, such as defeating cultists and completing quests.

5. What is the best legendary armor set for a warrior build?

The Demigod set is the best legendary set for warrior builds, with each piece granting the player a 15% increase in warrior damage and a 5% increase in all other damage.

6. What is the best legendary armor set for an assassin build?

The Pirate set is widely considered one of the best legendary sets for assassin builds, as the full armor set grants a +15% damage to all Assassin abilities.

7. How do I track my progress in hunting down cultists?

The Cultist menu in the game provides detailed information on each branch of the Cult of Kosmos, including the identities of known cultists, clues to their locations, and your progress in eliminating them.

8. Can you upgrade legendary armor?

Yes, you can upgrade legendary armor at blacksmiths to increase its stats and keep it relevant to your current level. This requires resources such as drachmae and various crafting materials.

9. Are legendary weapons as important as legendary armor?

Absolutely! Legendary weapons offer unique engravings and powerful boons that can significantly enhance your combat abilities. Some players will even select weapons over armor.

10. Is Epic Gear better than Legendary Armor?

With the right modifiers and engravings, Epic Gear is better than Legendary Gear.

11. What is the best weapon for an assassin in Assassin’s Creed Odyssey?

The Falx of Olympos is one of the most powerful weapons in Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, and it is a type of spear.

12. How do you unlock Altair’s outfit in Assassin’s Creed Odyssey?

Altair’s, Connor’s, and Ezio’s outfits can be unlocked by playing previous Assassin’s Creed titles on the same Ubisoft account. Playing one previous title unlocks Altair’s outfit.

13. What is the demigod set bonus?

This armor set is also unique in that each individual piece shares the exact same bonuses of 25 percent to Warrior Damage and ten percent to all damage in general.

14. Does Zeus have a weapon in AC Odyssey?

Zeus has a single pointed lightning bolt/spear. Hades has his two pointed bident, and Poseidon his three-pointed spear.

15. Where can I learn more about game design and educational applications?

You can explore resources and research related to game design and the intersection of games and learning at the Games Learning Society website at GamesLearningSociety.org.

By following these tips and strategies, you’ll be well on your way to acquiring the legendary armor sets of your dreams and dominating the world of Assassin’s Creed Odyssey! Happy hunting, Misthios!