Channel the power of evil with the Phantom Ganon Set in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. This eerie armor set boosts your stealth and gives Link a fearsome look reminiscent of Ganondorf. In this guide, we’ll show you how to get each piece, what the set bonus does, and how to upgrade it.
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Phantom Ganon Set Overview
| Armor Piece | Bonus | Base Def | Max Def | Set Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phantom Ganon Skull | Stealth Up | 4 | N/A | Disguise + Bone Atk Up |
| Phantom Ganon Armor | Stealth Up | 4 | N/A | Disguise + Bone Atk Up |
| Phantom Ganon Greaves | Stealth Up | 4 | N/A | Disguise + Bone Atk Up |
*The Phantom Ganon armor set cannot be upgraded!
Breath of the Wild Phantom Ganon Set Guide
How to Obtain the Phantom Ganon Set
You can find each piece of this armor set by completing the EX Treasure: Dark Armor side quest, which begins after you read Misko’s EX Journal 2 at the Deya Village Ruins. Be sure to check out our EX Treasure Dark Armor Guide to find the exact location for each piece.
The three pieces of armor listed below make up the Phantom Ganon Set:
- Phantom Ganon Skull
- Phantom Ganon Armor
- Phantom Ganon Greaves
Upgrade Materials
| Upgrade Level | Materials Required |
|---|---|
| 1 | Hinox Guts x1 + Stealthfin Trout x5 |
| 2 | Hinox Guts x2 + Stealthfin Trout x8 |
| 3 | Hinox Guts x3 + Silent Princess x10 + Molduga Guts x5 |
| 4 | Hinox Guts x4 + Silent Princess x15 + Molduga Guts x10 |
When to Use the Phantom Ganon Set
In this section, you’ll find some helpful tips on when best to use the Phantom Ganon armor set:
- Stealth Missions – Excellent for sneaking around enemies, especially Yiga Clan hideouts or Hyrule Castle.
- Fighting Undead – The set bonus boosts your attack against Stal enemies (Stalfos, Stalizalfos, etc.).
- Style Points – The armor looks incredible at night or in stormy weather—great for photos and fan appeal.