Equipment & Items
Complete guide to armor, consumables, offerings, and collectibles in Nioh 3
Armor System
Weight Categories
Light Armor
- Low weight
- High movement speed
- Lower damage reduction
- Best for dodge builds
Medium Armor
- Balanced weight
- Balanced movement
- Balanced defense
- Good all-rounder
Heavy Armor
- High weight
- Slow movement speed
- High damage reduction
- Best for tank builds
Armor Attributes
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Weight | Affects movement speed and stamina consumption |
| Defense | Damage reduction percentage |
| Special Effects | Unique bonuses and set bonuses |
| Toughness | Resistance to fear and Ki damage |
| Elemental Defense | Resistance to specific damage types |
Armor Slots
Quick Items & Consumables
Recovery Items
Status Recovery
Combat Assist
Combat Consumables
Offering System
At shrines, you can offer equipment to gain Amrita and unlock special effects.
Weapon Offerings
- Sacrifice weapons at shrines
- Gain Amrita and special effects
- Used for leveling and enhancement
Offering Effects
- Unlock new skills
- Increase attribute bonuses
- Obtain special equipment
- Boost weapon familiarity
Accessories & Amulets
Accessories provide various passive effects and bonuses to your build.
Passive Effects
Boost specific stats or abilities
Attribute Boosts
Increase HP, Ki, attack power, etc.
Special Resistances
Provide elemental or status resistances
Map Collectibles
Nioh 3 features numerous collectibles scattered throughout the world.
Kodama ζ¨η΅
Cute spirits that boost elixir capacity when found
Ninja's Scroll εΏθ ιε
Unlockable ninjutsu skills
Sudama εζ¦
Trading spirits for equipment exchange
Senrenkka εθ·―ε/εεε€
Special reward items
Six Jizo ε ε°θ
Statue bonuses for temporary buffs
Spirit veins η΅θ
Amrita gathering points
Scrolls ε·θ½΄
Lore and story documents
Secret Skills η§δΌ ζθ½
Hidden weapon techniques
Samurai's Book ζ¦ε£«δΉδΉ¦
Combat technique manuals
Shiftling 转εθΊζ―
Special transformation abilities
Menu Systems
Equipment Menu
Manage weapons, armor, accessories, and Guardian Spirits
Item Shortcuts
Customize quick item slots for elixirs, stones, antidotes, and more
Shrine Menu
- Level Up - Increase stats and allocate points
- Soul Core Management - Purify and equip Yokai abilities
- Guardian Spirit Adjustment - Configure your spirit companion
- Offerings - Sacrifice items for Amrita
- Learn Skills - Unlock new techniques
Armor Set Recommendations
Best Armor Sets by Playstyle
π Dodge Build Sets
Recommended: Light Armor sets
- Focus on Agility stat (A- or A+)
- Max roll on equipment
- Best for: Dual Swords, Tonfa, Hatchets
π‘οΈ Block Build Sets
Recommended: Medium Armor sets
- Balanced defense and mobility
- B+ Agility minimum recommended
- Best for: Sword, Spear, Switchglaive
βοΈ Tank Build Sets
Recommended: Heavy Armor sets
- Maximum defense and damage reduction
- Accept lower agility for raw defense
- Best for: Odachi, Axe, Cestus
Popular Armor Sets
| Armor Set | Type | Set Bonus | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warrior of the East | Medium | +Close Combat Damage, +Ki Recovery | Samurai Weapons |
| Golden Nioh | Heavy | +Amrita Gauge, +Living Weapon Damage | Odachi Builds |
| Tatenashi | Heavy | +Close Combat Def, +Defense | Tank Builds |
| Iga Ninja | Light | +Ninjutsu Power, +Shuriken Damage | Ninja Builds |
Equipment Farming Guide
Best Farming Locations
Early Game (Level 1-30)
- Region: Ichiinosaka, Tokaido
- Target: Human enemies, mini-bosses
- Focus: Basic armor sets, starter weapons
Mid Game (Level 30-70)
- Region: Futamata Castle, Mikatagahara
- Target: Bosses, red enemies
- Focus: Divine equipment, set pieces
End Game (Level 70+)
- Region: Dark Realm, optional dungeons
- Target: Abyss, twilight missions
- Focus: Ethereal equipment, +99 grinds
Farming Tips
Use Ochoko Cups
Summon revenants for additional equipment drops from other players' builds.
Equipment Exchange
Sudama can exchange unwanted gear for a chance at better equipment.
Twilight Missions
Higher drop rates and better equipment quality in twilight versions.
Soul Matching
Transfer special effects and keep upgrading your favorite gear.
Equipment Upgrade Guide
Understanding Equipment Rarities
| Rarity | Name | Special Effects | Max Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| βͺ | Common | 0-1 | +15 |
| π’ | Uncommon | 1-2 | +20 |
| π΅ | Rare | 2-3 | +25 |
| π£ | Exotic | 3-4 | +30 |
| π | Divine | 4-5 | +40 |
| π΄ | Ethereal | 5-6 | +99 |
Special Effect Transfer
Soul Matching allows you to transfer special effects from one piece of equipment to another:
- Inheritance: Not all effects can be transferred
- Cost: Increases with equipment level and rarity
- Strategy: Build perfect gear by farming and transferring
Equipment FAQ
What armor should I use as a beginner?
Start with Light Armor for mobility. Focus on getting A+ agility while learning enemy patterns. Switch to Medium Armor once you're comfortable with combat timing.
How do I get better equipment?
Farm red enemies and bosses in each region. Use Ochoko Cups to summon revenants. Complete twilight missions for higher drop rates. Exchange with Sudama for random gear.
What is the best armor set in Nioh 3?
Warrior of the East is excellent for samurai builds. Tatenashi for pure tanking. Iga Ninja for ninjutsu builds. Golden Nioh for Living Weapon focus. The "best" depends on your build and playstyle.
Should I use Light, Medium, or Heavy armor?
Choose based on your weapon and playstyle: Light for dodge-based builds (fast weapons), Medium for balanced combat, Heavy for blocking and tanking (slow weapons). Always check your agility letter grade.
Equipment Menu
Manage weapons, armor, accessories, and Guardian Spirits
Item Shortcuts
Customize quick item slots for elixirs, stones, antidotes, and more
Shrine Menu
- Level Up - Increase stats and allocate points
- Soul Core Management - Purify and equip Yokai abilities
- Guardian Spirit Adjustment - Configure your spirit companion
- Offerings - Sacrifice items for Amrita
- Learn Skills - Unlock new techniques