The phenomenon of transmogrification, or the ability to make certain pieces of gear look a certain way, is a popular trend in modern video games. Being able to customize a character's gear means altering the appearance, design, and colors of their gear. In Diablo 4, that means every piece of armor, including boots and gloves, although the helm and chest piece tend to get the most attention.
This is especially true for the RPG genre, where players want to be able to customize even the smallest details of their character's look. However, players have to find the pieces with the transmog first. When that piece is salvaged by a Blacksmith, the transmog becomes one of the many available to the character as part of their Wardrobe.
7 Exceptional
Just like the name says, this is a transmog that comes from Rare or Legendary items that randomly drop throughout Sanctuary. That means it's possible to find this even at early levels in cellars, dungeons, or events in the open world, but it's much easier to find on Veteran difficulty as opposed to Adventurer.
Although it looks best on a Sorcerer, complete with a dramatic helm and aerodynamic shoulders, a version of this transmog is available for various classes. Even if the whole set isn't available, it is possible to mix and match and get something close for the same epic effect.
6 Fur-Lined
The perfect set for the snowy taiga where most players start their adventures, Fur-Lined is a set that players come across early in the game and looks equally great on several classes. It also describes it exactly, unlike other transmog sets that are given random adjectives as names that don't give players a clue as to what they look like.
Every piece of this set is either made of fur almost completely, or lined with fur. That might change depending on the class that's wearing it. Sorcerers probably have one of the best variations on the helm, while the chestpiece for fighting classes includes a long, fluffy cape.
5 Highland
For those that want something that's not flashy or complicated, the Highland set is comfortable and practical. It has a design that resembles a traditional Scandinavian aesthetic, and includes accents of both fur and metal along with some decent embroidery.
The chest is one of the nicest pieces of this set and is more like a regular shirt, making it ideal for players that want to give their characters a casual adventuring look. It's also a more elegant design for those that might be playing a role of a person from a higher class or a noble family.
4 Coven's Cowl
The name of this transmog refers to a group of witches, and the details of this set reflect that dark and mysterious idea. It's a whole set, as opposed to just the helm, and is best suited for Necromancers or Sorcerers. Anyone can wear it, but the design looks fairly generic in other classes.
The Coven's Cowl set does resemble something from a witch's wardrobe. It's cozy for those foggy nights on the heath, but looks stylish for ritual times. The set even includes clever details a side pouch for magical herbs or trinkets and a shawl complete with tassels that drape over the shoulder.
3 Weathered
A practical adventuring transmog for players that prefer a more realistic look, this is an ideal set for any class, but it especially suits a rough-and-tumble Barbarian or a Druid that spends a lot of time in the wilderness. A Rogue who spends their time raiding caravans or highway robbery also would like it.
The pants, or in this case a peplum of sorts, are layers of heavy, tough leather as opposed to metal or fur. It makes sense for someone who has to move through the forest, swamp, or tundra, especially when traveling on foot if someone wanted to role-play it that way.
2 Archon
The Archon set has some interesting variations in its look, depending on the class that equips it. On a Sorcerer, for example, the helm recalls Lilith's multi-horned head. When a Barbarian puts it on, the look is more like an ancient Greek Hoplite with a touch of Steampunk.
It looks badass no matter who puts it on, but it's a harder set to find than others, and it takes longer to find all the pieces. Even if the player can only find two or three bits of the set, it's worth equipping it just for the helm. Mix and match the rest and use the color palette to compensate, because the effect is worth it.
1 Sturdy
It's anyone's guess how this set got its name, because it has nothing to do with what it looks like. When players put it on a fighting class, it's nothing special. On a casting class, however, it's a lot more impressive and looks like an outfit from a fighting game.
Add some gold or silver accents to this set to make the embroidery show up, and it looks even better. It's the perfect hot weather outfit when it's time to explore the desert, and the warm highlands of Dry Steppes and Kehjistan await.