The Phantom Armor
The Phantom Armor
Side Quest| Type | Side Quest |
| Region | Multiple Regions |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Quest Giver | Various NPCs |
| Est. Time | 25-45 min |
| Reward | Phantom Armor set (head, body, legs) |
Quest Overview
Three pieces of Phantom Ganon armor are hidden in underground caves across Hyrule. Follow the treasure maps from the Depths merchants to locate each piece.
Type
Side Quest
Quest Giver
Various NPCs
Location
Multiple Regions
Est. Time
25-45 min
Moderate
Side Quest
— Nothing a prepared adventurer can't handle.
Rewards
Step-by-Step Walkthrough
1
Obtain the Treasure Map Clues
The Phantom Armor locations are hinted at through the Bargainer Statues in the Depths and old books found in ruins across Hyrule. Each piece is hidden in a surface-level cave or ruins, not in the Depths themselves. The three locations correspond to areas associated with Phantom Ganon encounters in the game's lore.
2
Find the Phantom Helm
The Phantom Helm is located in a cave in the Puffer Beach area along the southeast coast of Necluda. Look for a cave entrance at the base of the cliffs near the beach. Inside, navigate past Horriblins clinging to the ceiling and open the chest at the back of the cave. The helm provides +1 Attack Up.
3
Find the Phantom Armor (Chest)
The Phantom Armor chest piece is hidden in the Tamio River cave in the Lanayru region, near Zora's Domain. Enter the cave from the riverbank entrance, swim through the flooded tunnels (Zora Armor helps), and find the chest on a dry ledge deep inside. This piece also provides +1 Attack Up.
4
Find the Phantom Greaves
The Phantom Greaves are in the Ancient Columns cave in the Gerudo Highlands. The cave is near the top of the Gerudo Summit, requiring cold-resistant gear to reach. Navigate through ice formations and defeat a Stone Talus mini-boss guarding the chest. The greaves complete the set with +1 Attack Up.
5
Equip the Full Set
With all three pieces equipped, the Phantom Armor set provides a total of +3 Attack Up — equivalent to a level 3 attack boost. The set has a menacing dark appearance resembling Phantom Ganon. While it cannot be upgraded at Great Fairy fountains, the attack bonus makes it one of the strongest early-to-mid game armor sets for pure damage output.
Pro Tips
1
Side quests often unlock unique rewards not available elsewhere. Always check the reward before skipping one.
2
Pin the quest on your map to track the objective marker while exploring.
3
Use your Purah Pad Sensor+ to track quest-related items and materials as you explore.
Pinned Note
Notes make the best adventurers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I start the "The Phantom Armor" quest?
The "The Phantom Armor" quest begins in Multiple Regions. Speak with Various NPCs to receive this quest.
What rewards do you get for completing "The Phantom Armor"?
Completing "The Phantom Armor" rewards you with: Phantom Armor set (head, body, legs).
How hard is the "The Phantom Armor" quest?
"The Phantom Armor" has a difficulty rating of Medium (2/3). You should bring adequate supplies and mid-tier gear.
How long does "The Phantom Armor" take to complete?
"The Phantom Armor" typically takes 25-45 min to complete, depending on your exploration style and preparation.
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