The Warden class inThe Elder Scrolls Onlinetends to play best when using a combination of close and long-range attacks, as well as abilities that use both Stamina and Magicka. Their three skill trees mostly contain many Support and DPS abilities but few Tanking abilities, making them great mid-range hybrid-role allies for group content inThe Elder Scrolls Online.
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Wardens tend to benefit from Light or Medium armor sets, though Heavy armor sets can be just as good for DPS-focused Wardens. Soloing content as a Warden is easier than many other classes, thanks to the class' multitude of Animal Companion skills and self-sustain abilities. It’s a versatile class that can behard to take downwhen played and geared optimally.
Updated May 18, 2025 by Erik Petrovich:ESO Warden armor can vary hugely, thanks to the ability of the class to master Support, DPS, and Tanking roles equally. Magicka and Stamina builds are both viable, which opens up a variety of armor sets that Wardens can make good use of. Like with many of the best armor sets in Elder Scrolls Online, ESO Warden armor tends to improve Critical Chance more than anything else, as the stat is far and away the most important factor for increasing DPS. Keep in mind the benefits of each armor set before going to hunt one down, and be sure to have the correct DLCs installed to access some of the difficult Trials that some of these armor sets are included with.
5The Law of Julianos Set
The Law of Julianos armor set is acraftable, Magicka-enhancingset. It grants two major stat increases to the Warden. Wardens tend to use Stamina and Magicka equally, or only slightly use one over the other. However, focusing on Magicka can make the Warden aformidable spellcasting threat, thanks to the class' many Magicka-based abilities.
With this set, a Warden can sharply increase their combat potential, throwing out harder-hitting spells for a longer period of time. The Law of Julianos set can becrafted at the Boreal Forge. Find this specialty crafting location in thesouthwest portion of Wrothgar.
4The Bahsei’s Mania Set
The Bahsei’s Mania armor set is a recent addition toThe Elder Scrolls Onlinethat is alreadyproving to be a favoriteamongst the highest-levelESOplayers. This is because of its triplicate benefits ofgranting Minor Slayer, increasing Critical Chance, and increasing Damagethrough both its Two-item and Full Set bonuses.
The Bahsei’s Mania set is a Light Armor, Weapon, and Jewelry-based armor set, and it’s not necessary to equip the full set unless you are following a Magicka-based build. The Bahsei’s Mania set can befound in the Rockgrove Trial, included with theBlackwoodDLCreleased in 2021.
3The Necropotence Set
The Necropotence set is a Jewelry, Weapon, and Light Armor set that provides a very straightforward set of bonuses for each piece of gear equipped. At two, three, and four pieces equipped the Necropotence armor setgrants 1096 Max Magicka to the player. TheFull Set Bonus further increases it by a significant amountas long as a pet is active.
The Necropotence set works well with this class because the vast majority of Warden players choose the Feral Guardian ultimate and its morphs, practically guaranteeing the huge additional bonus at all times. This set isfound in the Rivenspire, where it can be looted from content likeWorld Bosses, Delves, and other world content.
2The Arms of Relequen Set
The Perfected Arms of Relequen is a Stamina and DPS-oriented armor set that gives two important buffs to the Warden, as well as a stat increase. This set is a must-have for Stamina-based Wardens, whether focusing on close combat or ranged combat, for itshigh-potential long-term damage.
It’s fantastic for unique enemies and bosses as the fight drags on long enough for the stacking damage to actually matter. Still, the increased Critical Chance and Max Stamina make it worthwhile otherwise. Look for this set in theCloudrest Trial in Summerset, where it drops from monsters and bosses throughout.
1The Hollowfang Thirst Set
The Hollowfang Thirst armor set is a Magicka-oriented set that is specifically useful forSupport Wardens.The boost to Spell Critical goes a long way in increasing the Hollowfang Thirst armor set’s chance to trigger, and the 8% increase to Healing Receivedhelps in nailbiting encounters.RELATED:Elder Scrolls Online: Best Weapons For Nightblades, Ranked
The set is also useful for other Magicka-based Warden builds, though, who don’t need to equip all five items to make use of the armor set’s Spell Critical bonus. Look for this set in theMoongrave Fane dungeon in Northern Elsweyr. It drops from the dungeon’s various bosses and minibosses.
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