Want to sneak past enemies or catch critters with ease in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild? The Stealth Armor Set is one of the most useful early-game armor sets for quiet movement and silent speed. This guide will show you how to obtain the whole set, its cost, and how to upgrade it.
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Stealth Armor Set Overview
| Armor Piece | Bonus | Base Def | Max Def | Set Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stealth Mask | Stealth Up | 2 | 16 | Night Speed Boost |
| Stealth Chest Guard | Stealth Up | 2 | 16 | Night Speed Boost |
| Stealth Tights | Stealth Up | 2 | 16 | Night Speed Boost |
Breath of the Wild Stealth Armor Set Guide
How to Get the Stealth Armor Set
To get the Stealth Armor set, you’ll need to purchase it from the Enchanted Armor Shop in Kakariko Village. You can reach the village by traveling to the Dueling Peaks Stable, east of the Dueling Peaks near West Necluda on the map, and then heading north from there, following the main road. This will bring you right into the village. Continue following the main path through the village, and you’ll pass the shop’s entrance, which will be across from a chicken coup.
Purchase Cost
You’ll need to purchase each piece of the Stealth Set from the Enchanted Armor Shop. The table below lists the Rupee cost associated with each piece of the set, along with the total amount of Rupees required to purchase the entire set.
| Piece | Rupee Cost |
|---|---|
| Stealth Mask | 500 |
| Stealth Chest Guard | 700 |
| Stealth Tights | 600 |
| TOTAL | 1,800 |
Upgrade Materials
| Upgrade Level | Materials Required |
|---|---|
| 1 | Blue Nightshade x3 |
| 2 | Blue Nightshade x5 + Sunset Fireflies x3 |
| 3 | Blue Nightshade x8 + 5 Sunset Firedlies x5 |
| 4 | Blue Nightshades x10 + 10 Silent Princesses |
Blue Nightshades
You can find Blue Nightshade around Kakariko Village at night.
Silent Princesses
Sunset Fireflies can also be caught around Kakariko, especially after 9 PM.
Sunset Fireflies
Silent Princesses are rarer and usually near the Great Fairy Fountains. You can also find some in Korok Forest near the Great Deku Tree.
When to Use the Stealth Set
Below, you’ll find some helpful tips on when to use the Stealth Set.
- Early-Game Hunting – Makes it easier to catch bugs, lizards, and other critters.
- Sneaking Past Enemies – Great for avoiding combat in tougher areas.
- Night Exploration – Once upgraded, the set bonus increases movement speed at night.
- Stealth Missions – Perfect for sneaking into places like Hyrule Castle or through Yiga Clan territory.