7 Days 2 Die Guide – Getting/Crafting Armor

Sidenote: This Guide is outdated and is reworked. See the new Guide here.

Armor in 7 Days to Die can be either crafted or looted from Supply Crates and other containers. While you might find individual armor pieces like gloves or helmets, finding a complete set with the desired bonuses can be challenging.

Armor Crafting

At the game’s start, you can craft Primitive Armor using grass and wood, part of the tutorial quests. This initial set is essential but should be upgraded for better survival chances.

Raising Your Armor Skill

• Armored Up Skill Magazines: Reading these magazines unlocks armor blueprints and increases their Quality (level).
  • Primitive Armor: Up to Quality 6 with 10 magazines.
  • Unlocking Blueprints: All armor blueprints at Quality 1 with 11 magazines, increasing Quality gradually to 6.
• Crafting Materials: Iron, Leather, and an Armor Crafting Kit.

Armor Types and Sets

There are 16 armor sets in three categories: Light, Medium, and Heavy. Collecting a full set awards a Set Bonus for additional buffs, except for Primitive Armor.

Armor Bonuses

• Quality and Bonuses: Higher Quality ratings provide better bonuses.
• Armor Rating: Increases with armor tiers but heavier armor drains more stamina, reduces mobility, and increases noise during movement.

Light Armor Sets

1. Primitive Armor
   • Armor Piece: Hood, Outfit, Gloves, Shoes
   • Set Bonus: None. Basic starter armor.
2. Lumberjack Armor
   • Armor Piece: Hat, Outfit, Gloves, Boots
   • Set Bonus: Use less stamina with axes.
3. Preacher Armor
   • Armor Piece: Hat, Outfit, Gloves, Boots
   • Set Bonus: Reduces the chance of critical injuries.
4. Rogue Armor
   • Armor Piece: Hood, Outfit, Gloves, Boots
   • Set Bonus: Find more cash and Dukes in loot.
5. Athletic Armor
   • Armor Piece: Hat, Outfit, Gloves, Shoes
   • Set Bonus: Use less food and water.
6. Enforcer Armor
   • Armor Piece: Sunglasses, Outfit, Gloves, Boots
   • Set Bonus: .44 ammo does more damage, and .44 Magnum and Desert Vulture reload faster.

Medium Armor Sets

1. Farmer Armor
   • Armor Piece: Hat, Outfit, Gloves, Boots
   • Set Bonus: Gain more health and stamina from food.
2. Biker Armor
   • Armor Piece: Helmet, Outfit, Gloves, Boots
   • Set Bonus: Increased armor rating, and Minibikes and Motorcycles use less fuel.
3. Scavenger Armor
   • Armor Piece: Hat, Outfit, Gloves, Boots
   • Set Bonus: Find better quality loot.
4. Ranger Armor
   • Armor Piece: Hat, Outfit, Gloves, Boots
   • Set Bonus: Reload faster with Revolvers and Lever-Action Rifles.
5. Commando Armor
   • Armor Piece: Hat, Outfit, Gloves, Boots
   • Set Bonus: Recovery items work faster.
6. Assassin Armor
   • Armor Piece: Hood, Outfit, Gloves, Boots
   • Set Bonus: Become hidden faster.

Heavy Armor Sets

1. Miner Armor
   • Armor Piece: Helmet, Outfit, Gloves, Boots
   • Set Bonus: Reduces degradation of mining tools.
2. Nomad Armor
   • Armor Piece: Headgear, Outfit, Gloves, Boots
   • Set Bonus: Reduces stamina recovery costs.
3. Nerd Armor
   • Armor Piece: Goggles, Outfit, Gloves, Boots
   • Set Bonus: Tools and Weapons degrade slower.
4. Raider Armor
   • Armor Piece: Helmet, Outfit, Gloves, Boots
   • Set Bonus: Reduces the chance of critical injuries.