Finding the Golden Armor in Sons of the Forest is a major milestone for survivalists looking to complete the main story. Located deep within a sprawling cave system, acquiring this unique suit requires thorough preparation, strategic navigation, and specialized gear.
Locating the Golden Armor Cave Entrance
The primary entrance to the Cultist Cave containing the armor sits near a large lake at the southwestern base of the central snowy mountain. Players can recognize the correct entry point by spotting cultist bodies outside a wooden barricade that must be smashed open. Preparing properly before heading inside is essential due to the lengthy and hazardous nature of the subterranean tunnels.
Alternative routes exist along the mountain base, but navigating the primary entrance offers the most direct path through the cave network. Setting up a temporary camp outside the entrance allows you to save your progress before venturing into the dark depths.
Essential Equipment and Survival Preparation
Before attempting to enter the cave, players must obtain the Rebreather to traverse deep submerged passages. Without underwater breathing apparatus, progressing through the flooded sections of the cavern is impossible.
Bringing adequate provisions such as preserved food, clean water, and medical supplies is critical for maintaining your stats. Packing high-damage weapons like the shotgun or pistol ensures you can clear out aggressive mutants guarding narrow corridors.
Navigating the Cavern to the Golden Pedestal
Once inside, explorers must dive into water pools and swim through winding underwater tunnels to reach deeper chambers. Following paths lined with distinctive golden metal structures and illuminated passages will keep you moving in the correct direction.
After navigating past long slopes and clearing out hostile creatures, you will arrive at a central golden chamber. The Golden Armor rests on a skeleton seated atop a raised pedestal surrounded by ancient monoliths.
Utility and Purpose of the Golden Armor
Unlike standard craftable armor sets, the Golden Armor never breaks or degrades during combat scenarios. While it provides limited damage reduction against common surface cannibals, it significantly reduces damage taken from demonic enemies.
Beyond its defensive traits, the armor functions primarily as a story progression key. Players must wear the suit to unlock the ancient arm door hidden within the final bunker to access the game's ending.
