Mercenary Gloves
Mercenary Gloves. They're worth their weight in gold.
Source
Craftable
About this slot
The Melee Armor slot is rated S for current Enshrouded meta. Heavy plate that absorbs hits. Warrior / Tank builds live here; high physical resistance, low mobility, mandatory for Sword & Board Tank.
Builds that recommend this armor class
- Fire Mage StarterMage
A pure caster opener leaning into fire damage and survivability. Picks up Arsonist + early defensive resistances so the Shroud doesn't melt you mid-cast.
- Ranger SniperRanger
Long-range DPS that opens fights from outside aggro. Stack Marksman + Sharpshooter + Sniper, pair with Runner for kiting between volleys.
- Battlemage HybridHybrid
Melee mage that ditches the staff and stays in plate. INT + STR core, Arsonist + Thunder for burst, Battle Heal + Heavy Plates for staying power.
- Berserker BarbarianWarrior
2-hander tornado. Barbarian + Blood Rage drive damage uphill the longer the fight runs, Whirlwind Crescendo + Relentless keep the chain going.
Mercenary Gloves FAQ
How do I get Mercenary Gloves in Enshrouded?
Mercenary Gloves is Craftable. Check the wiki entry linked below for the exact drop mechanism + farm location notes.
What level is Mercenary Gloves?
Mercenary Gloves is a level 18 melee armor piece. Mid-game tier — Revelwood / Nomad Highlands drop.
What attribute does Mercenary Gloves support?
Mercenary Gloves is a Melee Armor piece — STR (Strength) — Warrior / Tank builds. Match your build's primary attribute to maximise the slot's contribution.
What builds use Mercenary Gloves?
Mercenary Gloves fits Melee Armor loadouts — see the matching archetype builds linked above. Best fit is the primary archetype for this armor family.
Other Melee Armor
Same category — likely alternatives at the same level band.
- Rising Fighter HelmetCommon-Legendary
A head piece to keep your skull safe when diving into battle.
Lv 5 - Rising Fighter BootsCommon
Footwork is the most important skill of swordsmanship. These boots should make learning the first steps easier.
Lv 8 - Rising Fighter ChestCommon
Light, polstered and ready to take a few hits - the perfect chest armor for begginer.
Lv 8 - Rising Fighter GlovesCommon
Gloves made for beginner fighters. Robust, but agile. They will mainly protect you from blisters when swinging your sword.
Lv 8 - Rising Fighter TrousersCommon
Polstered trousers to dampen your fall in fighting practice.
Lv 8 - Adventurer BootsCommon - Legendary
These boots are perfect for any terrain. Easy to clean, robust, and light.
Lv 10 - Adventurer ChestCommon - Legendary
Warm, light, and agile. This piece of armor is a great fit for adventurers! The red scarf is especially daring.
Lv 10 - Adventurer GlovesCommon - Legendary
Sturdy gloves that protect the hands while exploring. The red markings on them represent bravery.
Lv 10 - Adventurer HelmetCommon - Legendary
A 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 - Adventurer TrousersCommon - Legendary
No matter how they may wear and tear, these pants can always be patched up again! That makes them suitable for bold explorers.
Lv 10 - Guard of the North BootsCommon
Sodden 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 - Guard of the North ChestplateCommon
Untouched 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