Best Enshrouded Melee Armor
Heavy plate that absorbs hits. Warrior / Tank builds live here; high physical resistance, low mobility, mandatory for Sword & Board Tank.
Why pick melee armor in Enshrouded?
Melee Armor in Enshrouded is the heavy-plate Warrior + Tank archetype slot — high Physical resistance, lower Magical, and the highest base armor values in the game. They pair with STR-scaling weapons (swords / axes / hammers) and the Warrior + Barbarian + Tank sub-archetype skill trees. The strongest Melee Armor loadouts come as 5-piece sets — the Knight Set (Nomad Highlands drop) for one-handed Merciless Strike damage, the Warden Set for Tank block scaling, and end-game Hollow Halls drops for legendary tier rolls. As a slot priority Melee Armor is S-tier — the Sword & Board Tank's near-immortality build lives here. Pair with the Warrior archetype builds (Sword & Board Tank, Berserker Barbarian) for the canonical loadouts. Each piece detail page renders Physical + Magical + effects + 5-tier upgrade matrix.
Top 5 best melee armor ranked
Ranked by required level (high-level = end-game best-in-slot heuristic). Each entry links to the full piece page with stats + drop region.
1. Greatsword GauntletsLv 45Source Craftable
- · + 21% Greatsword Damage
- · + 18% Damage against Flying enemies
2. Golden Bulwark BootsLv 43Source Craftable
- · + 18 Health Regeneration
- · + 9 Stamina Regeneration
3. Golden Bulwark Chest PlateLv 43Source Craftable
- · + 180 Health
- · + 18 Health Regeneration
4. Golden Bulwark GlovesLv 43Source Craftable
- · + 5% Melee Damage
- · + 6 Block
5. Golden Bulwark HelmetLv 43Source Craftable
- · + 44% Merciless Attack Damage
- · + 83 Parry Power
All 100 Melee Armor
Sorted by required level (lowest first), then alphabetically. Click a piece for the detail page; rarity / source / resistance chips render when the wiki entry surfaces them.
Rising Fighter HelmetCommon-LegendaryA head piece to keep your skull safe when diving into battle.
Lv 5· Head Armor
Rising Fighter BootsCommonFootwork is the most important skill of swordsmanship. These boots should make learning the first steps easier.
Lv 8· Foot Armor
Rising Fighter ChestCommonLight, polstered and ready to take a few hits - the perfect chest armor for begginer.
Lv 8· Upper Body Armor
Rising Fighter GlovesCommonGloves made for beginner fighters. Robust, but agile. They will mainly protect you from blisters when swinging your sword.
Lv 8· Arm Armor
Rising Fighter TrousersCommonPolstered trousers to dampen your fall in fighting practice.
Lv 8· Lower Body Armor
Adventurer BootsCommon - LegendaryThese boots are perfect for any terrain. Easy to clean, robust, and light.
Lv 10· Foot Armor
Adventurer ChestCommon - LegendaryWarm, light, and agile. This piece of armor is a great fit for adventurers! The red scarf is especially daring.
Lv 10· Upper Body Armor
Adventurer GlovesCommon - LegendarySturdy gloves that protect the hands while exploring. The red markings on them represent bravery.
Lv 10· Arm Armor
Adventurer HelmetCommon - LegendaryA simple but reliable helmet. You still might get a bump or two if you get hit, but that's part of the fun.
Lv 10· Head Armor
Adventurer TrousersCommon - LegendaryNo matter how they may wear and tear, these pants can always be patched up again! That makes them suitable for bold explorers.
Lv 10· Lower Body Armor
Guard of the North BootsCommonSodden boots that strode through the knee-high snow of Cold Heights under foreboding northern lights. After marching through countless midnight hours, Lord Vorgoth finally reached the gates of Pikemead's Reach, weapon raised high.
Lv 13· Foot Armor
Guard of the North ChestplateCommonUntouched by the Flame, and veiled in a lingering cold. This armor used to belong to Lord Vorgroth, who was rumored to have a frozen heart that splinters and breaks with every tired beat.
Lv 13· Upper Body Armor
Guard of the North GlovesCommonWearing these gloves, the Northern Lord carved his way through the enshrouded valleys of Embervale. The scars he cut into people and soil can be traced from Cold Heights's bleak mountains to today's ruins of Pikemead's Reach.
Lv 13· Arm Armor
Guard of the North HelmetCommonVery few people witnessed the sharp, crystalline breath escaping Vorgoth from under the helmet firsthand. They saw his howl dance in the haze and felt it shiver down their skin, creep into their mind, and twist around their bones. Many did not live to tell the tale.
Lv 13· Head Armor
Guard of the North PantsCommonPants that were formerly worn by soldiers of Lord Vorgoth, oldest son to Queen Pikemead. Legends say he was consumed by the Shroud after the Ancients pushed him off Howling Pike's summit.
Lv 13· Lower Body Armor
Tank BootsCommonA shiny pair of boots. They're so heavy that you'll practically be immovable when wearing them.
Lv 13· Foot Armor
Tank ChestplateCommonThe improved copper coating of this Tank Chestplate can withstand many more blows at the frontlines of battle.
Lv 13· Upper Body Armor
Tank GlovesCommonCopper - plated gloves that protect the wearer's tender hands during a brawl.
Lv 13· Arm Armor
Tank HelmetCommonA copper helmet that keeps your skull from harm while you protect your allies.
Lv 13· Head Armor
Tank TrousersCommonThese padded trousers have been hastily stitched at the seams. Despite that, they hold up well.
Lv 13· Lower Body Armor
Warrior ArmsCommonThe metal parts on these reinforced gloves are bent from one too many reckless swings
Lv 13· Arm Armor
Warrior BootsCommonThese boots were designed to allow for reckless charges and dashes. The metal tips at the front prevent you from stubbing your toes.
Lv 13· Foot Armor
Warrior HelmetCommonDive headfirst into battle with this Warrior Helmet!
Lv 13· Head Armor
Warrior TrousersCommonThe pieces that cover the sides of these pants have been carefully forged to defend against flanking attacks.
Lv 13· Lower Body Armor
Blackguard BootsCommonA warrior's boots that used to brandish a golden sheen. They've dulled due to the fungal overgrowth. Offers extended protection against the Shroud.
Lv 18· Foot Armor
Blackguard ChestCommonA metal cuirass with subtle embossing on it. The pattern is reminiscent of golden tangled vines, now spouting with delicate mycelium. Offers extended protection against the Shroud.
Lv 18· Upper Body Armor
Blackguard GlovesCommonReinforced gloves with makeshift chitin plating.
Lv 18· Arm Armor
Blackguard HelmetCommonA helmet made from petrified insectoid critter legs assembled to grasp at the wearer's face like claws. Offers extended protection against the Shroud.
Lv 18· Head Armor
Blackguard TrousersCommonA pair of rotting pants, held together by stabilizing chitin shells. Offers extended protection against the Shroud.
Lv 18· Lower Body Armor
Guardian BootsCommonHefty boots. They will leave considerable footprints in the ground when you defend those in need.
Lv 18· Foot Armor
Guardian ChestplateCommonProdigious tin armor. The glistening sheen inspires hope.
Lv 18· Upper Body Armor
Guardian GlovesCommonBig and bulky gloves, usually worn when wielding large weaponry and shields.
Lv 18· Arm Armor
Guardian HelmetCommonSeeing this helmet makes others feel safe and secure.
Lv 18· Head Armor
Guardian TrousersCommonTrousers that were made from a very stiff material.
Lv 18· Lower Body Armor
Knight BootsCommonA knight's boots. They've seen much peril and anguish.
Lv 18· Foot Armor
Knight ChestplateCommonA knight's chestplate. It has a fading heroic aura.
Lv 18· Upper Body Armor
Knight GlovesCommonRoyal gloves, befitting a true knight of honor.
Lv 18· Arm Armor
Knight HelmetCommonThe helmet of a long - forgotten knight. With a bit of polish, it will be as good as new.
Lv 18· Head Armor
Knight TrousersCommonKnightly pants. The cloth attached brandishes a glorious golden thread.
Lv 18· Lower Body Armor
Mercenary BootsCommonSome scratched up Mercenary Boots. Kick your enemies when they're down !
Lv 18· Foot Armor
Mercenary ChestCommonA heavy breastplate that has lost its shine, but not its notoriety.
Lv 18· Upper Body Armor
Mercenary GlovesCommonMercenary Gloves. They're worth their weight in gold.
Lv 18· Arm Armor
Mercenary HelmetCommonThis sturdy Mercenary Helmet protects your eyes and hides your expression, making you appear fearless and intimidating.
Lv 18· Head Armor
Mercenary TrousersCommonA piece of leg armor that already looks like it has seen many years of use.
Lv 18· Lower Body Armor
Elite Hollow BootsCommonThese boots are enhanced with metal plates, providing more defense to the sensitive shins of the skeletons wearing them.
Lv 23· Foot Armor
Elite Hollow Chest PlateCommonA combination of rust-red fabric, metal plates, and gold accents. The latter usually matches the Hollow's gold teeth!
Lv 23· Upper Body Armor
Elite Hollow GlovesCommonHeavy gloves, usually carried by bony or rotting ice-cold fingers.
Lv 23· Arm Armor
Elite Hollow HelmetCommonAn extravagant helmet with red plumes, traditionally worn by high-ranking army commanders.
Lv 23· Head Armor
Elite Hollow PantsCommonCloth pants that are ripped and torn. A keen eye can spot sprinkles of died blood on them.
Lv 23· Lower Body Armor
Gloom Monarch BootsCommonThese boots seemingly once belonged to a ruler who's name has been lost to time. It faded into oblivion, leaving only a title and lingering curse.
Lv 23· Foot Armor
Gloom Monarch ChestplateCommonA fearsome chest piece. It's rumored to have belonged to a fallen warrior whose name is never spoken out loud.
Lv 23· Upper Body Armor
Gloom Monarch GlovesCommonLegends say that these gloves once belonged to a dark ruler whose name has been wiped from the history books.
Lv 23· Arm Armor
Gloom Monarch HelmetCommonIt's said that the original owner of this helmet wore it to hide his many facial scars. Whether this is true is uncertain.
Lv 23· Head Armor
Gloom Monarch TrousersCommonThis forgotten piece of armor is covered in dried blood and shrouded in darkness. Maybe it should have stayed lost.
Lv 23· Lower Body Armor
Rogue BootsCommonAdventures who wear these fearsome boots should not be messed with.
Lv 23· Foot Armor
Rogue ChestplateCommonA well - balanced chest piece that lets the wearer regenerate their energy faster.
Lv 23· Upper Body Armor
Rogue GlovesCommonProtects the fingers from traps and cuts. A rogue's best friend !
Lv 23· Arm Armor
Rogue HelmetCommonA sturdy helmet that protects the wearer from slashes, cuts and scars.
Lv 23· Head Armor
Rogue TrousersCommonThe metal plates provide added protection against jagged or poisoned arrows.
Lv 23· Lower Body Armor
Soldier BootsCommonA pair of boots which is covered in silvery scales. Your ankles will be safe and sound with these.
Lv 23· Foot Armor
Soldier ChestplateCommonThis regal soldier's armor symbolizes chivalry, glory, and valor.
Lv 23· Upper Body Armor
Soldier GlovesCommonFew enemies can withstand even an unarmed blow dealt with these gloves.
Lv 23· Arm Armor
Soldier HelmetCommonA finely crafted helmet, usually worn by the kingdom's most feared warriors and generals.
Lv 23· Head Armor
Soldier TrousersCommonThick and reliable pants. Not very breathable, unfortunately.
Lv 23· Lower Body Armor
Warden BootsCommonNo one can tread past you when you're wearing these steadfast boots.
Lv 23· Foot Armor
Warden ChestplateCommonAn incredibly sturdy chest piece, often worn by generals or select members of the royal guard. It inspired fear as much as respect.
Lv 23· Upper Body Armor
Warden GlovesCommonHeavy gloves that can swing any weapon with added might.
Lv 23· Arm Armor
Warden HelmetCommonCommand respect with this Warden Helmet.
Lv 23· Head Armor
Warden TrousersCommonGray pants which have been refined with expertly crafted metal parts.
Lv 23· Lower Body Armor
Radiant Paladin BootsAllExpertly crafted boots. They've been embellished with flame-spouting shields, a roaring inferno only kept at bay through vigilance.
Lv 25· Foot Armor
Radiant Paladin ChestplateCommonShowcase your beaming soul of flames and cast out all evil once and for all! The light thunders and roars with every heartbeat.
Lv 25· Upper Body Armor
Radiant Paladin GlovesCommonThese gloves radiate warmth and safety as if they were forged in pure liquid light.
Lv 25· Arm Armor
Radiant Paladin HelmetCommonA brightly burning visage graces this helmet, setting both the battlefield and hearts alike ablaze.
Lv 25· Head Armor
Radiant Paladin TrousersCommonThis pair of trousers looks plain at first glance, but the craftsmanship allows the wearer to produce and retain more warmth from within.
Lv 25· Lower Body Armor
Brazen Bull BootsCommonNo one will get through you whilst you stand your ground in these regal boots.
Lv 33· Foot Armor
Brazen Bull ChestCommonIf anyone dares to engage you in close combat, they'll get a taste of your wildly thrashing spiked shoulder pads. Your defense will be impenetrable, and the cuts you'll leave will be deep.
Lv 33· Upper Body Armor
Brazen Bull GlovesCommonCatching a backhand from these spiked gloves will bring even the most vigilant attacker to their knees.
Lv 33· Arm Armor
Brazen Bull HelmetCommonA heavy helmet, adorned with the imposing horns of a bull and a tall, far-reaching crest. The faceplate only leaves room for the eyes, letting the wearer's red-hot anger radiate outwards.
Lv 33· Head Armor
Brazen Bull TrousersCommonThese leg guards protect the wearer's sides from incoming strikes.
Lv 33· Lower Body Armor
Mountain's Shadow BootsCommonThese boots repeat the same weaving technique from the Mountain's Shadow Gloves. They cover the knees and provide ideal protection when stumbling through dark, icy caves or forgotten fortresses.
Lv 33· Foot Armor
Mountain's Shadow ChestCommonNo matter where you turn, the celestial crags of the mountainside always crast a dark shadow over the valleys. With this piece of armor, you can blend into the dark and travel lightly like a freezing gust of wind to find your enemies.
Lv 33· Upper Body Armor
Mountain's Shadow GlovesCommonDark leather patterned arm guards wrapped in ashen grey strings. Wool padding peeks out from beneath them when wielding your weapon fiercly.
Lv 33· Arm Armor
Mountain's Shadow HelmetCommonA gloomy helmet, hiding an even darker gaze. The crest around the brow casts a shadow over the wearer's eyes, hiding their intention.
Lv 33· Head Armor
Mountain's Shadow TrousersCommonA pair of charcoal black, loosely fitted pants. The larger silhouette stems from the extensive wool padding inside.
Lv 33· Lower Body Armor
Wolf's Fang BootsCommonThese spiked boots can cause a lot of damage when used to pierce arteries in one, swift swinging kick.
Lv 33· Foot Armor
Wolf's Fang ChestCommonA robust chest piece, adorned with the fur of a white wolf. The colors blend in well with snowed-in, grey mountains.
Lv 33· Upper Body Armor
Wolf's Fang GlovesCommonSilver-framed metal gloves with elaborate finger plates. The fingertip covers sharpen at the end into claw-like points.
Lv 33· Arm Armor
Wolf's Fang HoodCommonA hood fashioned from the scalp of a white wolf. The fangs at the front are still attached.
Lv 33· Head Armor
Wolf's Fang TrousersCommonA pair of pants with leather greaves. They don't rustle while moving and muffle every little sound while sneaking around.
Lv 33· Lower Body Armor
Golden Bulwark BootsCommonYou've likely never work foot armor this light, but give it a shot - the chest plate's weight needs counterbalancing somewhere.
Lv 43· Foot Armor
Golden Bulwark Chest PlateCommonA gold-plated chest plate, heavy and imposing - piercing it would be no easy task.
Lv 43· Upper Body Armor
Golden Bulwark GlovesCommonBlocking feels effortless in these gloves, and the crystals catch the sun with every move.
Lv 43· Arm Armor
Golden Bulwark HelmetCommonJust one look into these eyes and your enemies will want to turn the other way. That was your first line of defense, and you didn't have to lift a finger.
Lv 43· Head Armor
Golden Bulwark PantsCommonThe pants might not look like much, but they actually do their job of protecting your life in battle.
Lv 43· Lower Body Armor
Sunpiercer ChestplateCommonThe gleaming gold and vibrant green crystals adorning the chestplate make it a shield and a statement of enduring strength. Watch out for the spiked shoulder pads!
Lv 43· Upper Body Armor
Sunpiercer GlovesCommonThese gloves offer you sufficient protection when you engage in melee combat.
Lv 43· Arm Armor
Sunpiercer HelmetCommonEmbody golden grandeur with this ornate helm - and a gaze as unyielding as stone itself.
Lv 43· Head Armor
Sunpiercer PantsCommonThese pants are just as short as a foe's lifespan in your presence.
Lv 43· Lower Body Armor
Sunpiercer ShoesCommonThanks to their wrapping technique, these shoes provide good support while allowing you to remain agile.
Lv 43· Foot Armor
Greatsword GauntletsCommonHeavy gauntlets that aim to protect your hands in combat. You can swing your blade fearlessly with these.
Lv 45· Arm Armor
Builds that use melee armor
2 preset builds scale off the warrior archetype tied to this armor category — ranked by tier (S → A → B). Each links to the full build detail with skills + weapons + armor + food picks.
- Sword & Board TankSWarrior
Plate-armor frontline that eats hits and counters. Heavy/Shiny Plates + Brute keep damage low, Battle Heal + Absorb close the gap on health management.
- Berserker BarbarianAWarrior
2-hander tornado. Barbarian + Blood Rage drive damage uphill the longer the fight runs, Whirlwind Crescendo + Relentless keep the chain going.