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~ *This article contains minor spoilers for Tears of the Kingdom* ~Throughout Link's journey, you will come across countless pieces of armor. Some of these pieces can be used for some amazing things. Some will increase Link's attack, give him a great boost to defense, help him resist the cold, or even help him stay cool in the heat.
One armor set that has an interesting ability is the Charged Set. This set cannot be obtained until much later in the game and is a great addition (and a must to continue the game) to any adventurer's arsenal. Here is where you can find each piece and what the set does as a whole.
Updated by Erin Rice on July 5, 2023: As more of Tears of the Kingdom is explored, more guides have been written to help players better understand the game and its many mysteries. This update includes the addition of more relevant information regarding the enhancement of this set and the design of it.
The Charged Set
The Charged armor set comes from the quest about the Ring Ruins in Kakariko Village. This quest cannot be obtained until completing the four Temples and facing Phantom Ganon for the first time. No matter how hard you try, it is impossible to enter the Ring Ruins without getting to the quest to find the Fifth Sage. This set will give you a base defense of 9 without any enhancements. Each piece has a base defense of 3. The set as a whole will increase your attacks during stormy weather. Considering the quest after finding this set, it is a must to have this armor set. You'll be exploring the Thunderhead Isles, a place where it is always storming. An armor set with this ability can truly make all the difference there. One aspect of this armor that makes the set stand out is the fact that many players have noticed the resemblance to Farosh, the Lightning Dragon.
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Enhancement Level |
Piece Defense |
Set Defense |
Rupees Cost |
Required Materials |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Base Level |
3 |
9 |
N/A |
N/A |
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★ |
5 |
15 |
10 |
|
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★★ |
8 |
24 |
50 |
|
|
★★★ |
12 |
36 |
200 |
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★★★★ |
20 |
60 |
500 |
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How To Start The Quest
Before you can obtain the set, you must start a specific quest. The quest is called "Secret of the Ring Ruins." After you have taken on Phantom Ganon and realized you need another Sage, you will need to visit Zonai ruins looking for the Sage. Visiting the Ring Ruins in Kakariko Village at this point will start the quest. All you need to do is approach Paya and Tauro. After a conversation, the quest will begin.
Once you start the quest, you will be asked to figure out a way to read a stone slab within the Ring Ruins.
The stone slab can be found in the part of the Ring Ruins that is floating. All you need to do is climb up there and use your Ascend Ability to enter this small area.
Once inside, you will see the stone slab that you will need to take a picture of to show Tauro and Paya. Once this is done, Ascend to the top of the Ring Ruins and then go talk to them.
They will read the inscription and realize that they need to go to the Zonai ruins in Faron. Tauro and his partner will run off, leaving you to catch up. Fast travel to the Skyview Tower, where the quest marker is, and speak to them there.
Once there, you will be pointed toward Dracozu Lake.
Head to this area to find the Charged armor set.
Charged Shirt Location
Once you make it to Dracozu Lake, you will see a small campfire. On the other side of the water from the campfire is an entrance. Go inside there to find Tauro.
He will tell you that he found a chest while exploring these ancient ruins.
Inside the chest is the first piece of the set, the Charged Shirt.
Charged Trousers Location
For the next piece, exit the ruins and go across the bridge. You will see another bridge to your left you must also cross.
After crossing the second bridge, continue following the lake.
After a short time, you will see another entrance to the ruins. Across from it will be a Yellow Chuchu. Destroy it and head into the ruins.
Once inside, you will see a similar sight as before. A chest will be located in the back center of the room.
Inside the chest is the Charged Trousers.
Charged Headdress Location
Exit the ruins you were just in and continue following the lake again. You will travel past where you killed the Yellow Chuchu and keep following the lake.
After you round the bend in the lake, you will see another ruins entrance just like the other two.
Inside, you will find your final chest.
The chest contains the Charged Headdress. You are now ready to find the final Sage.