Those RPG players who align with the dark and stealthy archetype need proper armor to match, andWorld of Warcraftrogues are no exception. Over the years, the development team released some incredible sets for the class with some of the most iconic dating all the way back to the beginning. It goes to show that it’s not just 3D pieces and high definition art that stands the test of time.
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Rogues, just like every other class, experience a different flavor or a different setting in each expansion. As time in Azeroth passes, players see everything from dark, broody, and evil to chivalrous and heroic-themed sets. With so much to choose from, the right set for individual rogues comes down to who they are and who they want to be.
Updated June 17, 2025, by Christopher Fain.The release of the Shadowlands expansion brings new opportunities for rogues to step up their transmog game. Overall, the Venthyr Covenant comes closest to really matching a good style for them. Their aesthetics are both noble and deadly, which really builds up the fantasy of an aristocrat with a dark side or highly-trained assassin.
The Venthyr aren’t the only source of interesting armor for rogues, however. New dungeon and legendary sets really up the ante on what’s possible. Even the regular quest gear looks nice.
12Ebony Death Shroud
The premier Venthyr-themed set for rogues is none other than the Ebony Death Shroud set. To obtain it, rogues must be allied with the Venthyr, and must also complete several chapters of the campaign. Those assassins who want to look wickedly wealthy while sneaking around Revendreth, look no further. All pieces are purchasable from the Sinfall Quartermasters for 100 anima each.
The Ebony Deathshroud comes with a full cover mask, adorned with glowing, red eyes and a smokey, red aura. There are plenty of 3D pieces with spikes and skulls as well as black leather and red velvet, all screaming to be warn by a vampire lover. The set matches well with Zink’s Subtle Shank, a random world drop inShadowlands.
11Custom: Witch Hunter
Want to live out aWarhammerWitch Hunter fantasy in a WoW rogue transmog? Or does Azeroth just need a little moreBloodbornein its world? Either way, this custom Witch Hunter set, using a Mythic recolor of the leather raid set, is a great option. This rogue transmog includes:
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The set’s aesthetic is very reminiscent to that of Warhammer Fantasy’s Empire faction. It comes with a top hat, a covered face, and a stunning jacket with a 3D collar and lower half. Additionally, vials of blood line the waist, making for an exceptionally dark set. This armor pairs well with the War Scholar’s Bonesaw, a reward from the quest, “The Ladder,” in Maldraxxus. It’s eerily similar to some of the weapons inBloodborne.
10Bloodfang Armor
One of the most iconic sets forplaying a roguewas one of the originals known as the Bloodfang Armor. For a time, this armor set fully embodied what it meant to be a dark assassin inWorld of WarCraft. It has a black and red color scheme, masked hood, and spikey pauldrons that emit a dark aura. The full rogue transmog includes:
The set pairs quite well with a blade known as Malchazeen. This one-hand dagger follows a similar color scheme and gives off a menacing, red smoke. Malchazeen drops from Prince Malchezaar in the original level 70 Karazhan raid.
9Sootfur Garb
Those wanting a more grounded appearance for their rogue might prefer something subtle like the Sootfur Garb. It’s a violet-colored leather set with one of the best hood designs in the game. The shoulders and hood are made of wrinkled, violet leather and lined with what appears to be iron. The chest piece takes a different approach, adding more defense to the core. This rogue set includes:
It may be difficult to find an appropriate weapon to match the violet color scheme, but the Mythic recolor of the Bloodstained Ritual Athame comes pretty close. Anundulating tentacletwists around the C’thulu-esque blade, which drops from Prophet Skitra in Ny’alotha.
8Regalia of the Dashing Scoundrel
Steal from the rich and give to the poor with the Regalia of the Dashing Scoundrel. As one of the most modernized and 3D sets, it makes for a rogue that stands out like no other in the game. Not to mention, it’s perfect for a Vulpera. It comes with a unique, Rennaissance-era feathered hat, a large collar, a set of golden armor plates on the hands and knees, and a collection of extra blades on the chest and belt. The set also includes large, bulky shoulder pieces, but they tend to clip with the oversized collar. Collect every piece of this stunning rogue transmog from Antorus:
Combine it with the Portal Keeper’s Cincture from Antorus and Vile Drifter’s Footpads from Matron Folnuna in her greater invasion point for the complete look. The set pairs really well withthe Dreadblade’sFencer’s Reach skin fromLegion.
7Custom: Mageblade of Dalaran
If the usual sets don’t pique a rogue’s interest, it’s time to get creative. Even without thenecessary lore support, the custom Mageblade of Dalaran set makes for a unique and eye-popping look. It uses pieces of the leather set from Wailing Caverns to make for a Dalaran-themed magical rogue. It follows the typical Dalaran and Violet Eye color schemes while still feeling completely new. The pieces of this WoW rogue transmog includes:
The matching blade, Ced’s Carver, is a random world dropfromThe Burning Crusade.
6Sanctified Shadowblade’s Battlegear
A set coveted by many a rogue is the one that makes them look like a geist fromIcecrown Citadel. Lucky for them, it comes from that exact citadel. The Sanctified Shadowblade’s Battlegear is the heroic 10-man recolor of the set. Purchase the base pieces of the set from the rogue vendor in Icecrown Citadel, then run the heroic version of the raid for Vanquisher’s Marks of Sanctification. These tokens, along with the base pieces, can be used at the same vendors to purchase the sanctified version of the set.
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To get the full look, obtain the heroic recolor of Astrylian’s Sutured Cinch from Professor Putricide and the heroic recolor of the Frostbitten Fur Boots from Marrowgar, both in Icecrown Citadel. For an extra pop, go for a weapon that really stands out such as the Shard of Azzinoth, a glowing green blade that drops from Illidan in Black Temple.
5Netherblade
Become an interstellar stalkerof the shadows with the Netherblade armor. This fantastic set fromThe Burning Crusademakes for a dark and otherworldly look. The eyes glow in an icy blue light while a black fog emits from the shoulder pieces. Each piece is purchasable from the Keeper of Sha’tari Artifacts in either the Aldor or Scryer hubs of Shattrath City for Fallen Champion tokens from raids.
For the full look, go for the Girdle of Treachery from the Echo of Medivh and the Rapscallion Boots from the Shade of Aran, both in Karazhan. A set like this requires a weapon that looks just as dark and menacing, and the heroic recolor of the Electrowing Dagger is a great option. It drops from Hagara the Stomrbinder in Dragon Soul.
4Fanged Slayer’s Armor
As with the other Tomb of Sargeras sets,Blizzard took the opportunityto update one of the older existing sets. Fanged Slayer is the new version of the Slayer’s armor fromThe Burning Crusade. This new update includes several new 3D additions such as the jewel or globe on the chest piece, the bulbous gloves, and the jeweled object on the boots. It’s a very detailed and stunning set perfect for any rogue, including:
For the full collection, obtain the Cinch of Sizzling Flesh from Goroth and the Felscape Pathfinders from the Fallen Avatar, both in Tomb of Sargeras. The set matches really well with The Kingslayer’s Heartstopper skin fromLegion.
3Barbed Assassin Battlegear
One of the standouts for rogues from theMists of Pandariasets is the heroic recolor of the Barbed Assassin Battlegear. The shoulders are adorned with giant spikes and the set includes a menacing facemask, making the wearer seem like a dangerous threat. In the shoulders, helm, gloves, and belt exist small windows of glowing, blue energy, evoking the ancient past of the Mogu andthe Pandaren. The set includes:
For the full look, go for Damron’s Belt of Darkness (Earthbreaker Haromm, Wavebinder Kardris) and Pandaren Roofsprinters (Secured Stockpile of Pandaren Spoils) from bosses in heroic Siege of Orgrimmar. The heroic recolor of Norushen’s Shortblade matches perfectly with it, dropping from Amalgam of Corruption and Norushen of the same raid. However, its recolor may no longer be available.
