Summary

Rangers are a versatile class, capable of engaging in melee and ranged combat. This class can cast spells in addition to their impressive weapon mastery, making them a jack-of-all-trades character capable of many feats. The powerful trackers have skills and proficiencies that greatly benefit every party.

With three distinct subclasses – Hunter, Beast Master, and Gloomstalker – you can tailor your Ranger to whatever abilities you like best. The armor you choose for your Ranger can heighten these specific abilities, making your build uniquely powerful. Below are the best armor options for Rangers inBaldur’s Gate 3.

BG3 Laezel speaking in forest

10Githyanki Half-Plate

Lae’zel is wearing the Githyanki Half-Plate armorwhen you first encounter her. If you want this medium armor for your Ranger, you canequip her outfit on yourself, or loot it from the body of another Githyanki.

Though it has Disadvantage on Stealth checks, its AC is 15, a strong first choice when you start the game. With your Ranger’s medium armor proficiency, this can protect you in Act 1 until you find a better option.

Item description of the armor piece, The Jolty Vest

9The Jolty Vest

The Jolty Vestis a rare, medium armoravailable in Act 1. This armor adds a bit of protection from Slashing Damage and provides the Countershock ability. Coutnershock lets your Ranger shock enemies who attack you when wearing the vest. Enemies must make a Dexterity Saving Throw after their attack to avoid your lightning charges.

It’s a decent choice for players who prefer to keep their distance during battle, such as ranged combatants. With the Jolty Vest, your Ranger will have extra protection during combat.

Elegant Studded Leather icon from Baldur’s Gate 3

Combine withThe JoltshooterLongbow for additional lightning damage.

8Elegant Studded Armour

The Elegant Studded Armour is a very rare, light armor available in Act 3.Rewarded after completing the Return Rakath’s Gold quest, it has special effects such as a +2 bonus to Initiative Rolls and Advantage on Stealth checks.

The armor also grants access to the Shield spell, helping you avoid being hit by an enemy attack at the last instant, and you are immune to Magic Missile attacks. Your Ranger can deal out long-range attacks while avoiding them if they’re fired back in return.

sharpened snare cuirass in baldur’s gate 3

7Sharpened Snare Cuirass

The Sharpened Snare Curiass is a medium armor made of the hide of a mythological creature of the Feywild. When wearing this rare armor, you add your Dexterity Modifier to your AC. In addition, all enemies have Disadvantage when resisting your attacks.

With both offensive and defensive capabilities, it’s a great choice for your Ranger. The class typically has high Dexterity, greatly boosting your AC and adding extra protection during combat.You can purchase this armor in Act 2 from Roah Moonglow in Moonrise Towers.

Baldur’s Gate 3 Adamantine Scale Mail Against City Background

6Adamantine Scale Mail

Adamantine Scale Mailis a very rare, medium armor that benefits most classes, including Rangers. The armor reduces all incoming damage by 1, adding defensive capabilities during combat. Additionally, all attackers are sent Reeling for 2 turns, and they cannot land Critical Hits on the wearer.

While it does give you Disadvantage on Stealth Checks, it’s a small price to pay compared to the benefits. Your Ranger can deal out ranged attacks without fearing the full impact of any incoming damage.

Yuan-Ti Scale Mail icon from Baldur’s Gate 3.

Crafted with Scale Mail Mould and Mithral Ore at the Gym Forge

5Yuan-Ti Scale Mail

Yuan-Ti Scale Mailis a slightly stronger option than the Adamantine Scale Mail, as it doesn’t have Disadvantage on Stealth Checks. The rare armor provides 15 AC and adds your Ranger’s full Dexterity Modifier to the AC, making it one of the strongest defensive options. The Ambusher ability gives you +1 to Initiative rolls, so you also gain an advantage during combat.

As Rangers excel in Dexterity, you will have an extremely high AC with this armor in Act 2. This armor is a strong choice mid-game andcan be purchased from Quartermaster Talli in the Last Light Inn in Act 2.

Bhaalist Armour icon from Baldur’s Gate 3

4Bhaalist Armour

The Bhaalist Armour is a very rare, light armor thatcan be found in Act 3 when you encounter the Murder Tribunal.It grants the Aura of Murder ability, so enemies within 7 feet become Vulnerable to Piercing Damage, making it great for a melee ranger build.

The Ambusher ability also grants a +2 bonus to Initiative Rolls, similar to the Yuan-Ti Scale Mail. Your Ranger going first during combat can alter the outcome of the battle.

armour of persistence in baldur’s gate 3

Stack the Initiative roll ability with Alert Feat or Potion of Vigilance.

3Armour Of Persistence

TheArmour of Persistenceis a very rare, heavy armor youcan acquire from Dammon in Act 3. This armor heavily increases your defensive capabilities on the battlefield. The Magical Plate reduces all incoming damage by 2, making you a tougher target to take down.

In addition, the Legendary Persistence bonus gives you Resistance and Blade Ward, helping you avoid incoming damage. While it gives you Disadvantage on Stealth Checks, you’re much harder to defeat during combat.

Drow Player Wears Helldusk Heavy Armor While Standing Beside Jaheira In Baldur’s Gate 3.

Must have proficiency in Heavy Armour to wear this, available with various Feats such as Ranger Knight.

2Helldusk Armour

Helldusk Armour can be worn with any proficiency, making it the best heavy armor option for Rangers. It also provides fire abilities, such as the Infernal Retribution benefit, which burns enemies for three turns when you succeed with a Saving Throw.

The Prime of Aegis Fire also gives you Resistance to Fire Damage, so you cannot be burned, and you take three less damage from all sources. On top of that, you gain the Fly ability, making any class a force to be reckoned with on the battlefield.

Armour of Agility icon from Baldur’s Gate 3.

you’re able to acquire the Helldusk Armour by looting it from Raphael’s body after defeating him in Act 3.

1Armour Of Agility

TheArmour of Agilityis the best option for Rangers. The medium armor has a robust AC of 17, and the Exotic Material adds your Dexterity Modifier on top of that. Rangers will have a higher AC than the Helldusk armor when wearing the Armour of Agility.

In addition, you get a +2 to your Saving Throws and don’t receive a penalty for Stealth Checks, increasing your survivability. Your Ranger can wear this while one of your other party members reaps the benefits of the Helldusk Armour. You canacquire this incredible armor by purchasing it from Gloomy Fentonson in Stormshore in Act 3.