The midnight-black silhouette of a Night's Cavalry rider is an unforgettable sight on the roads of the Lands Between. For the Tarnished who aspire to that same imposing, dark knight aesthetic, the complete Night's Cavalry Set is a coveted prize. This medium armor set, obtainable from a formidable duo in the late-game Consecrated Snowfield, remains one of the most stylish and well-balanced protective outfits available, even years after the game's release. Its sleek design and customizable cape and plume make it a perennial favorite for role-playing as a formidable warrior, especially when paired with a mighty Greatsword.
🌙 Journey to the Consecrated Snowfield
The primary challenge in obtaining the Night's Cavalry Set isn't defeating the bosses themselves—it's reaching their remote patrol route. You must first unlock access to the Consecrated Snowfield. This requires finding both halves of the Haligtree Secret Medallion.
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Right Half: Travel to the Village of the Albinaurics in southern Liurnia. Speak with the pot-disguised Albinauric named Albus, who will entrust you with the Haligtree Secret Medallion (Right).
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Left Half: This piece is guarded by a significant late-game challenge. You must venture to the Mountaintops of the Giants, infiltrate Castle Sol, and defeat Commander Niall on the rooftop to claim the Haligtree Secret Medallion (Left).
Once both halves are united, return to the Grand Lift of Rold. Activate the lift and choose the secret medallion option to ascend to the frigid Consecrated Snowfield.
⚔️ How to Find and Defeat the Night's Cavalry Duo
Upon reaching the Inner Consecrated Snowfield Site of Grace, your real hunt begins.
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Set the Time to Night: Rest at the Site of Grace and advance time until nightfall. The bosses only spawn after dark.
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Locate the Caravan: Head southwest from the grace. You'll find a traveling enemy convoy. During the day, you can loot it for a Flowing Curved Sword, but at night, it's escorted by two elite Night's Cavalry bosses—one wielding a Flail, the other a Glaive.
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Engage Strategically: This is a tough fight, and Spirit Ashes cannot be summoned. A smart tactic is to use ranged attacks to lure one rider away from the caravan and its guards. Defeating them one by one is far more manageable. For a patient approach, you can even lure one far enough that it "de-aggros" and turns its back to return to the convoy, allowing for repeated backstab opportunities.
Boss Weaknesses: According to community-tested data, these cavalrymen are particularly weak to Pierce and Lightning damage. Weapons like spears or incantations like Lightning Strike are highly effective. They are notably resistant to Hemorrhage and Frostbite.
Rewards: Defeating both knights yields the complete armor set and a legendary Ancient Dragon Smithing Stone.
📊 Night's Cavalry Set: Stats, Weight, and Customization
This set is renowned for its excellent balance between protection and mobility. With a total weight of 30.5, it's a medium armor set that allows for medium rolls with sufficient Endurance. A unique feature is the ability to alter the armor at any Site of Grace:
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Altering the
Night's Cavalry Armor removes its cape. -
Altering the
Night's Cavalry Helm removes its red plume.
This not only changes the aesthetic but also reduces the total weight to 29.1, offering more flexibility for your equip load.
Key Defensive Attributes:
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Extremely Balanced Physical Negation: Excels against all types of physical damage (Strike, Slash, Pierce).
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High Robustness: Provides massive resistance to Hemorrhage (Bleed) and Frostbite, making it a top choice against invaders or enemies that inflict these statuses.
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Solid Magic & Elemental Defenses: Offers respectable protection against non-physical damage types as well.
💎 Legacy and Use in the Modern Era
While acquiring the Night's Cavalry Set is a late-game endeavor, its value has only been cemented over time. With the expansive Shadow of the Erdtree DLC now a core part of the experience, this armor set is perfectly suited for exploring the challenging Land of Shadow. Its robust defenses are excellent for facing new threats like the Blackgaol Knight and other formidable DLC bosses.
The set embodies the dark fantasy essence of Elden Ring. It may take a long journey to claim, but for those who value a perfect blend of intimidating style, balanced protection, and high status resistance, the Night's Cavalry Set remains an undisputed top-tier choice for any Tarnished's wardrobe.