Looking to boost your attack power in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild? The Barbarian Set increases your damage output and is ideal for boss fights and Guardian battles. In this guide, we’ll cover where to find each piece, how to unlock the set bonus, and what materials you’ll need to upgrade it fully.
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Barbarian Set Overview
| Armor Piece | Bonus | Base Def | Max Def | Set Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barbarian Helm | Attack Up | 3 | 20 | Charge Attack Stamina Up |
| Barbarian Armor | Attack Up | 3 | 20 | Charge Attack Stamina Up |
| Barbarian Leg Wraps | Attack Up | 3 | 20 | Charge Attack Stamina Up |
Breath of the Wild Barbarian Set Guide
How to Get the Barbarian Set
Each piece of the Barbarian Set is hidden in a Labyrinth, making it one of the more rewarding treasure hunts in the game.
Barbarian Helm
- Shrine: Tu Ka’loh Shrine
- Labyrinth: Lomei Labyrinth Island (Akkala)
To obtain the Barbarian Helm, you’ll need to complete the Trial of the Labyrinth shrine quest at Lomei Labyrinth Island in the northeastern part of the Akala Region and enter the shrine there. It will be inside a chest in the shrine.
Barbarian Armor
- Shrine: Dila Maag Shrine
- Labyrinth: South Lomei Labyrinth (Gerudo Desert)
The Barbarian Armor can be looted from a chest in the Dila Maag Shrine at the center of the South Lomei Labrinth. You’ll need to complete the Desert Labyrinth shrine quest to access the shrine.
Barbarian Leg Wraps
- Shrine: Qaza Tokki Shrine
- Labyrinth: North Lomei Labyrinth (Hebra)
You can receive the Barbarian Leg Wraps from a chest in the Qaza Tokki Shrine, which is in the center of the North Lomei Labyrinth (northeastern region of Hebra) and is accessible after completing the Desert Labyrinth shrine quest.
Upgrade Materials
| Upgrade Level | Materials Required |
|---|---|
| 1 | Lynel Horns x3 |
| 2 | Lynel Hoofs x5 + Moblin Guts x3 |
| 3 | Lynn Guts x5 + Moblin Guts x5 |
| 4 | Lynel Guts x5 + Dragon Horns x10 |
When to Use the Barbarian Set
Here you’ll find some tips on the best situations to use the Barbarian Set.
- Boss Fights & Guardians: The Attack Up bonus increases your damage significantly.
- Lynel Hunts: Deals more damage and stacks well with attack-boosting meals.
- Shrine Bosses: Helps you clear combat trials quickly.
- Ideal with Two-Handed Weapons: Pair with charged attacks to get max value from the set bonus.