How to Get Armour in Gothic Remake: Early Game Guide

Key Takeaways

• Armour in Gothic Remake is tied to faction progression or purchased from vendors, not found through exploration
• The cheapest early armour is Digger's Light Trousers from Fisk for 313 ore
• You can get Digger's Dress for free from Swiney in the Free Mine if you're willing to dodge enemies

Gothic Remake doesn't care about your feelings. You start as a nameless prisoner dumped into a penal colony with no weapon, no armour, and no friends. Every NPC wants to swindle you, and even the smallest creatures can kill you in seconds. Finding protective gear becomes your top priority after scrounging up a basic sword.

“We didn't want to make an RPG where you are the chosen one from the start. You are a nameless nobody, and the world should treat you like one.”

— Alkimia Interactive Lead Designer

This philosophy extends to equipment. Unlike most modern RPGs where you'll trip over loot every few steps, Gothic Remake ties armour almost exclusively to faction progression and vendor purchases. You won't find random armour in chests or on corpses. You earn it, or you buy it.

Your First Armour: Digger's Light Trousers

The earliest armour available is the Digger's Light Trousers, sold by Fisk in the Old Camp marketplace. He's easy to spot. Look for short black hair and red Warder attire. The price is 313 ore.

The Digger's Light Trousers provide ten edge protection, ten blunt protection, and five fire resistance. That's a significant upgrade from the Nameless Hero's starting outfit, which the game doesn't even register as an item. It's just cosmetic rags.

To earn 313 ore quickly, focus on hunting animals for pelts, pickpocketing careless NPCs, and mining in the Old Mine. These activities stack up ore faster than completing quests in the early game.

Slightly Better Option: Digger's Trousers in Old Mine

If you can hold off spending your ore, there's a marginally better option. Head to the Old Mine in the northwest of The Colony. When leaving the New Camp, it's around the hill to your left.

Near the bottom of the mine, you'll find a merchant named Alberto talking to another NPC called Ian. Alberto sells Digger's Trousers for 324 ore. That's only 11 ore more than Fisk's version, but the stats are slightly improved.

The journey to the Old Mine is dangerous for a fresh character. Expect to run past enemies rather than fight them. But if you're patient enough to save an extra handful of ore, it's worth the trip.

Free Armour: Digger's Dress from Swiney

Here's the real tip. You can get armour without spending a single piece of ore. The Digger's Dress has identical stats to the Light Trousers, and it's completely free.

Go to the Free Mine, which you access by traveling through the New Camp in the hills on the west side of The Colony. Near the mine entrance, find a digger named Swiney. Talk to him, and he'll hand over the Digger's Dress.

Brave players can attempt this run almost immediately after starting the game. The catch is that you'll need to dodge every enemy between the starting area and the New Camp. It's risky, but the payoff is real armour with zero investment.

After Your First Armour: Faction Progression

Once you've secured basic protection, your next armour upgrade will come from joining a faction. The game has three main camps, each with its own progression path and gear rewards.

Completing the Casting Shadows quest to join the Old Camp rewards Shadow's armour. As you climb the ranks and earn promotions, merchants like Fisk will sell upgraded versions. The same pattern applies to the other camps.

One additional tip: complete The Price of Magic quest early. Unlocking magic makes early combat much more survivable, especially before you've found decent armour. Ranged spells let you damage enemies without getting hit.

Quick Reference: Early Armour Options

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you find armour by exploring in Gothic Remake?

No. Unlike weapons, armour is tied to faction progression or purchased from vendors. You won't stumble across armour in the wild.

What is the cheapest armour in Gothic Remake?

The Digger's Dress from Swiney in the Free Mine is free. The cheapest purchasable armour is Digger's Light Trousers for 313 ore from Fisk.

Where is the Old Mine in Gothic Remake?

Northwest of The Colony. When leaving the New Camp, head around the hill to your left.

How do you get better armour after Digger's gear?

Join one of the three factions. Completing faction quests rewards armour, and promotions unlock upgraded versions from merchants.

Is it possible to get armour immediately after starting?

Yes, if you're skilled at dodging. Run straight to the Free Mine through the New Camp and talk to Swiney for free Digger's Dress.

Source: PCGamer latest