Few armor sets in Tears of the Kingdom make a statement quite like the Fierce Deity Armor . With its glowing accents, sharp design, and combat-focused bonuses, it’s more than just a nostalgic nod to Majora’s Mask fans. It’s one of the most powerful melee-focused gear sets in the game.

But unlike other sets that you stumble across while wandering through Hyrule, the Fierce Deity Armor demands effort. You’ll need to unlock three separate locations, solve puzzles, track down hidden chests, and understand how to complete the connected questline. If you want the full set—and the bonus two-handed sword to go with it—this guide breaks down everything you need to know.

Before we map out the steps, here’s what makes the Fierce Deity Armor worth the work:

• Attack boost when the full set is equipped

• Bonus synergy with two-handed weapons

• Stylized appearance pulled directly from Link's transformation in Majora’s Mask

• Part of the larger questline tied to Link's mythological echoes in Tears of the Kingdom

You can begin the journey by visiting Cephla Lake Cave , located in the Eldin region. There, you’ll find a chest sealed behind a barred gate. Interact with the chest to receive a cryptic message: you’ll need to bring together the full armor set to claim the legendary Fierce Deity Sword .

That message triggers the Fierce Deity Armor side quest. It doesn’t formally appear in your quest log—but it’s now active.

• Region : Akkala

• Specific Location : Inside the Ancient Tree Stump Cave

• How to Access : Travel southeast of Tarin Wetlands and locate a hollow tree. Inside, use Bomb Flowers or breakable rocks to reveal a secret area.

• Puzzle : Fight off a wave of enemies and clear some rubble to reach the chest.

• Reward : Fierce Deity Mask

• Region : Akkala

• Specific Location : Akkala Citadel Ruins

• How to Access : Navigate to the upper levels of the ruins. Be cautious of Gloom patches and enemy ambushes.

• Puzzle : Light torches around the statue in the main hall to unlock the door.

• Reward : Fierce Deity Armor

• Region : Akkala Highlands

• Specific Location : Skull Lake Cave

• How to Access : Head toward the western eye of Skull Lake and locate the cave entrance.

• Puzzle : Traverse through gloom-filled tunnels and defeat a group of Lizalfos.

• Reward : Fierce Deity Boots

Once you’ve collected all three pieces, return to Cephla Lake Cave . The chest will now open, granting you the Fierce Deity Sword , a powerful two-handed blade with excellent synergy when wearing the full set.

You can enhance each piece of the armor by visiting the Great Fairy Fountains . To upgrade the set, you’ll need materials such as:

• Hinox Guts

• Lynel Guts

• Dragon Scales

• Bokoblin Boss Horns

Upgrading all three pieces improves your total defense and maximizes the attack bonus when the full set is worn.

• Two-handed synergy : The set pairs best with strong, charged two-handed weapons.

• Ideal for bosses : When upgraded, it becomes one of the most powerful melee options in the game.

• Use with buffs : Combine with attack-boosting meals to deal even more damage.

If you played Breath of the Wild, this version of the armor mirrors the original Fierce Deity Armor BOTW set, but with a sleeker finish and stronger bonuses.

The Fierce Deity Armor is more than just gear. It’s a symbol. A nod to Link’s darker power and the mythos woven through the history of Hyrule. Whether you’re tearing through Bokoblin camps or challenging late-game bosses, this armor brings both style and strength.

Now go earn it. And let every strike carry the weight of legend.