How to get the Snowquill Armor in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

The Snowquill armor makes exploring The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the KingdomIt’s safer and easier in the frigid northern regions, and unlike some armor sets, you can even find every piece in the same place. The problem is that you have to pay for it. The Snowquill armor is expensive, especially early in the game.

Snowquill Armor location

All three pieces of Snowquill armor are available for purchase at the shop in Rito Village. Rito Village is located between Tabantha Frontier and the Hebra region, and it’s true Tears of the Kingdom encourages you to go first.

You can use the Gatakis Shrine as a fast travel point to quickly return. However, the price of the armor is prohibitive, especially if you visit Rito Village first.

Here’s what you can expect in total:

• Snowquill tunic – 500 rupees
• Snow quill headdress – 650 rupees
• Snowquill pants – 1,000 rupees

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Yes, that is a total of 2,150 rupees. Each piece provides +3 defense as a base and provides you with cold resistance, reducing the damage you take when the weather drops.

The full set will keep you warm in the coldest regions – essential for exploring Hebra – and also make you frost-free. That’s a pretty handy perk in this part of Hyrule, and if you want that for yourself, we’ve got some tips for making big bucks fast.

Can you get Snowquill Armor without paying for it?

Sorry, the only way to get the Snowquill armor is to buy it from the Rito store. Unlike some other special armor sets, you can’t find it in the air or by completing challenges in the depths.

If you don’t want to pay, there are other ways to survive the cold while keeping your wallet intact. Our guide to gaining cold resistance – which covers the recipes and other armor pieces that prevent you from taking damage in bad weather – can show you how to explore Hebra without taking damage from the environment.