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Best Build and Armor for Long Sword in Monster Hunter Wilds (MH Wilds). Guide includes best weapon, equipment, skill, early game and high rank sets, and recommended armor.

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Long Sword's Best Builds

Recommended Strongest EquipmentRecommended Level
All-Around Second Wind Equipment★★★★★
All-Around Weakness Exploit★★★★
5 Element Long Sword Equipment★★★★
Paralysis Specialized Equipment★★★・・
Builds without Artian EquipmentRecommended Level
Maximum Might Equipment (HR40+)★★・・・
All-Around Weakness Exploit (HR40+)★★・・・
Element Long Sword Equipment (HR40+)★★・・・
Paralysis Specialized Equipment (HR40+)・・・・

All-Around Second Wind Equipment

Weapon Name Sharpness
Long Sword Icon Dimensius
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
742 Paralysis 100 5% 0
Decoration Mastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Element Type Paralysis Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Head G. Fulgur Helm β ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Chest G. Fulgur Mail β ②①① Mighty Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Arms Rathalos Vambraces β ②①① Counter Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Waist Gore Coil β ③②ー Chain Jewel 3
Counter Jewel 2
Legs Gore Greaves β ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Scale Layering (3 Piece) Agitator Lv5
Constitution Lv5 Critical Boost Lv5
Maximum Might Lv3 Antivirus Lv3
Quick Sheath Lv3 Counterstrike Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1 Master's Touch Lv1
Burst Lv1

This build can increase Affinity up to 75% without Weakness Exploit. Even if the Stamina added by "Fulgur Anjanath's Will (Second Wind I)" is reduced, the effect of "Maximum Might" does not expire. And when "Constitution Lv5" is activated, the additional Stamina consumed by Foresight Slash will be reduced by the amound used, so you will be able to continue fighting without losing the effects of Maximum Might.

Weapon Name Sharpness
Long Sword Icon Dimensius
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
742 Paralysis 100 5% 0
Decoration Mastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Element Type Paralysis Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Head G. Fulgur Helm β ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Chest G. Fulgur Mail β ②①① Mighty Jewel 2
Physique Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Arms Dahaad Shardbraces α ーーー -
Waist Gore Coil α ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sheath Jewel 1
Legs Gore Greaves β ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Counter Charm III - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Critical Boost Lv5
Maximum Might Lv3 Constitution Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Counterstrike Lv3
Quick Sheath Lv3 Adaptability Lv1
Flinch Free Lv1 Master's Touch Lv1
Burst Lv1

This build can increase Affinity up to 75% without Weakness Exploit. The effect of "Maximum Might" does not expire even if the amount of Stamina added by "Fulgur Anjanath's Will (Second Wind I)" is reduced. Because "Counterstrike" is raised to level 2, "Constitution" is now only Lv3, so be sure to activate the Stamina reduction obtained from adding Droolshroom to a meal.

All-Around Weakness Exploit

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NameSharpness
Long SwordDimensius
(Artian)
AttackElementAffinityDefense Boost
742Paralysis 1005%0
DecorationMastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Element TypeParalysis Element ×3
ProductionAttack Infusion ×3
ReinforcementSharpness Boost ×1
Attack Boost×4
ArmorSlotDecoration
HeadG. Fulgur Helm Beta②ーーMighty Jewel 2
ChestArkvulcan Beta③②ーChain Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
ArmG. Arkveld Vambraces Beta①①①Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
WaistGore Coil Beta③②ーTenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
LegsGore Greaves Beta③①①Tenderizer Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
TalismanCounter Charm III--
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Parts)Weakness Exploit Lv5
Critical Boost Lv5Antivirus Lv3
Counterstrike Lv3Maximum Might Lv3
Quick Sheath Lv3Agitator Lv2
Constitution Lv2Flinch Free Lv1
Master's Touch Lv1Burst Lv1

This is General-purpose equipment that uses Weakness Exploit. Affinity can be increased up to 65% even without Maximum Might, so This Equipment is recommended for those who find it easier to use weak specials than Maximum Might. In addition, in situations where you can attack without using Stamina, such as when a monster is down, Maximum Might will also be activated and you can attack with up to 95% Affinity.

5 Element Long Sword Equipment

Weapon Name Sharpness
Long Sword Icon Dimensius
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
742 Fire 300 5% 0
Decoration Mastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Element Type Fire Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Head G. Fulgur Helm β ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Chest Rey Sandmail β ②①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Arms G. Fulgur Vambraces α ①ーー Sane Jewel 1
Waist Gore Coil α ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sheath Jewel 1
Legs Gore Greaves β ③①① Counter Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Constitution Lv5
Critical Boost Lv5 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Quick Sheath Lv3
Stamina Surge Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Master's Touch Lv1 Burst Lv1
Counterstrike Lv1

This is the Long Sword's best Fire element build that utilizes the Artian weapon "Dimensius". Your maximum Affinity including skills can possibly increase to 75%. If you mainly use Spirit Helmbreaker and Spirit Release Slash, it is recommended to increase the level of the "Counterstrike" skill instead of "Burst" or add another skill that increases attack such as "Adrenaline Rush".

Weapon Name Sharpness
Long Sword Icon Dimensius
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
742 Water 300 5% 0
Decoration Mastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Element Type Water Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Head G. Fulgur Helm β ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Chest Rey Sandmail β ②①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Arms G. Fulgur Vambraces α ①ーー Sane Jewel 1
Waist Gore Coil α ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sheath Jewel 1
Legs Gore Greaves β ③①① Counter Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Constitution Lv5
Critical Boost Lv5 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Quick Sheath Lv3
Stamina Surge Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Master's Touch Lv1 Burst Lv1
Counterstrike Lv1

This is the Long Sword's best Water element build that utilizes the Artian weapon "Dimensius". Your maximum Affinity including skills can possibly increase to 75%. If you mainly use Spirit Helmbreaker and Spirit Release Slash, it is recommended to increase the level of the "Counterstrike" skill instead of "Burst" or add another skill that increases attack such as "Adrenaline Rush".

Weapon Name Sharpness
Long Sword Icon Dimensius
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
742 Thunder 300 5% 0
Decoration Mastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Element Type Thunder Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Head G. Fulgur Helm β ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Chest Rey Sandmail β ②①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Arms G. Fulgur Vambraces α ①ーー Sane Jewel 1
Waist Gore Coil α ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sheath Jewel 1
Legs Gore Greaves β ③①① Counter Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Constitution Lv5
Critical Boost Lv5 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Quick Sheath Lv3
Stamina Surge Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Master's Touch Lv1 Burst Lv1
Counterstrike Lv1

This is the Long Sword's best Thunder element build that utilizes the Artian weapon "Dimensius". Your maximum Affinity including skills can possibly increase to 75%. If you mainly use Spirit Helmbreaker and Spirit Release Slash, it is recommended to increase the level of the "Counterstrike" skill instead of "Burst" or add another skill that increases attack such as "Adrenaline Rush".

Weapon Name Sharpness
Long Sword Icon Dimensius
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
742 Ice 300 5% 0
Decoration Mastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Element Type Ice Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Head G. Fulgur Helm β ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Chest Rey Sandmail β ②①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Arms G. Fulgur Vambraces α ①ーー Sane Jewel 1
Waist Gore Coil α ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sheath Jewel 1
Legs Gore Greaves β ③①① Counter Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Constitution Lv5
Critical Boost Lv5 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Quick Sheath Lv3
Stamina Surge Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Master's Touch Lv1 Burst Lv1
Counterstrike Lv1

This is the Long Sword's best Ice element build that utilizes the Artian weapon "Dimensius". Your maximum Affinity including skills can possibly increase to 75%. If you mainly use Spirit Helmbreaker and Spirit Release Slash, it is recommended to increase the level of the "Counterstrike" skill instead of "Burst" or add another skill that increases attack such as "Adrenaline Rush".

Weapon Name Sharpness
Long Sword Icon Dimensius
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
742 Dragon 300 5% 0
Decoration Mastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Element Type Dragon Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Head G. Fulgur Helm β ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Chest Rey Sandmail β ②①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Arms G. Fulgur Vambraces α ①ーー Sane Jewel 1
Waist Gore Coil α ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sheath Jewel 1
Legs Gore Greaves β ③①① Counter Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Constitution Lv5
Critical Boost Lv5 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Quick Sheath Lv3
Stamina Surge Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Master's Touch Lv1 Burst Lv1
Counterstrike Lv1

This is the Long Sword's best Dragon element build that utilizes the Artian weapon "Dimensius". Your maximum Affinity including skills can possibly increase to 75%. If you mainly use Spirit Helmbreaker and Spirit Release Slash, it is recommended to increase the level of the "Counterstrike" skill instead of "Burst" or add another skill that increases attack such as "Adrenaline Rush".

Paralysis Specialized Equipment

Weapon Name Sharpness
Long Sword IconDimensius
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
627 Paralysis 300 20% 0
Decoration Mastery Jewel 3
Paralyzer Jewel III 3
Crit Stat-Handicraft 3
Element Type Paralysis Element x3
Production Affinity Infusion x3
Reinforcement Element Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Head G. Fulgur Helm β ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Chest G. Fulgur Mail β ②①① Mighty Jewel 2
Sane Jewel 1
Arms G. Arkveld Vambraces β ①①① Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Waist Gore Coil α ③②ー Chain Jewel 3
Physique Jewel 1
Legs Gore Greaves β ③①① Tenderizer Jewel 3
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Guardian's Protection (3 Piece) Weakness Exploit Lv5
Constitution Lv5 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Paralysis Attack Lv3
Critical Status Lv3 Quick Sheathe Lv3
Agitator Lv2 Flinch Free Lv1
Master's Touch Lv1 Burst Lv1
Handicraft Lv1

This is a Paralysis-specific build that uses the Long Sword Artian weapon "Dimensius". The focus is on increasing the chances of inflicting Paralysis on a monster over raw attack, hence the increased Paralysis element. It'll be easier to activate "Critical Status" if you set the Production Bonus to Affinity.

Forged Might and Affinity Build

Weapon NameSharpness
Lala OrnithoctonLala Ornithocton
AttackElementCriticalDefense Boost
660Paralysis 25015%0
Weapon SkillsCritical Draw Lv2
Critical Status Lv1
DecorationMastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Critical Jewel 1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HeadG. Fulgur Helm β②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
ChestG. Fulgur Mail β ②①①Mighty Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
ArmsRathalos Vambraces β②①①Counter Jewel 2
Counter Jewel 2
Physique Jewel 1
WaistGore Coil β③②ーChain Jewel 3
Counter Jewel 2
LegsGore Greaves β③①①Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece)Gore Magala's Tyranny(2 Piece)
Scale Layering (3 Piece)Agitator Lv5
Constitution Lv5Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3Critical Boost Lv3
Quick Sheath Lv3Critical Draw Lv2
Counterstrike Lv2Flinch Free Lv1
Critical Status Lv1Master's Touch Lv1
Burst Lv1

This is an equipment piece that can increase Affinity to a maximum of 75% without using Weakness Exploit. Even if the stamina added by the effect of 'FulgurAnjanath's Will Second Wind I decreases, the effect of Maximum Might does not disappear. Additionally, when you activate ConstitutionLv5, the stamina consumed by Foresight Slash will be reduced by the additional amount, allowing you to move around without running out of Maximum Might.

Weapons Can Be Gore Long Sword or Rathian Long Sword

The current weapon is the Paralysis Long Sword, but if you're aiming for more fire power, we suggest Rathian's Wyvern Blade Holly or Gore Magala's Stahlrecht. All of these weapons offer high Affinity and complement this equipment well, so feel free to pick the one you prefer.

Weapon NameSharpness
Long SwordLala Ornithocton
AttackElementCriticalDefense Boost
660Paralysis 25015%0
Weapon SkillsCritical Draw Lv2
Critical Status Lv1
DecorationMastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Critical Jewel 1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HeadG. Fulgur Helm β②ーーMaximum Might 2
ChestG. Fulgur Mail β②①①Maximum Might 2
Constitution 1
Sane Jewel 1
ArmsDahaad Shardbraces αーーー-
WaistGore Coil α③①ーChain Jewel 3
Sheath Jewel 1
LegsGore Greaves β③①①Challenger Jewel 3
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
TalismanCounterstrike's Talisman III--
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece)Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5Maximum Might Lv3
Constitution Lv3Antivirus Lv3
Counterstrike Lv3Critical Boost Lv3
Quick Sheath Lv3Critical Draw Lv2
Adaptability Lv1Flinch Free Lv1
Critical Status Lv1Master's Touch Lv1
Burst Lv1

This is an equipment build that can increase Affinity to a maximum of 75% without using Weakness Exploit. Even if the stamina added by the effect of 'Fulgur Anjanath's Will (Second Wind I) decreases, the effect of Maximum Might will remain active. While Counterstrike is activated up to level 2, Constitution is only at level 3, so be sure to activate Meal Constitution (S) (Droolshroom) from the Meal Effect at the same time

Weapons Can Be Gore Long Sword or Rathian Long Sword

The current weapon is the Paralysis Long Sword, but if you're aiming for more fire power, we suggest Rathian's Wyvern Blade Holly or Gore Magala's Stahlrecht. All of these weapons offer high Affinity and complement this equipment well, so feel free to pick the one you prefer.

Forged Weakness Exploit Build

Weapon NameSharpness
Long SwordLala Ornithocton
AttackElementAffinityDefense
660Paralysis 25015%0
Weapon SkillsCritical Draw Lv2
Critical Status Lv1
DecorationMastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Critical Jewel 1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HeadG. Fulgur Helm β②ーーMighty Jewel 2
ChestArkvulcan Mail β③②ー Chain Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
ArmsG. Arkveld Vambraces β①①①Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
WaistGore Coil β③②ーTenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
LegsGore Greaves β③①①Tenderizer Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
TalismanCounter Charm III--
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)Weakness Exploit Lv5
Antivirus Lv3Counterstrike Lv3
Critical Boost Lv3Maximum Might Lv3
Quick Sheath Lv3Agitator Lv2
Constitution Lv2Critical Draw Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1Critical Status Lv1
Master's Touch Lv1Burst Lv1

This is a versatile equipment setup that uses the LalaBarina weapon and incorporates the Weakness Exploit skill. Even without Maximum Might, Affinity can be increased up to 65%, making this equipment recommended for those who find Weakness Exploit more useful than Maximum Might. During situations where you can attack without using Stamina, such as when the monster is down, Maximum Might can also activate, allowing you to attack with up to 95% Affinity.

Forged Element Build

Weapon NameSharpness
Long SwordWyvern Blade Maple
AttackElementAffinityDefense
660Fire35010%0
Weapon SkillsCritical Boost Lv3
DecorationMastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Blaze Jewel I 1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HeadG. Fulgur Helm β②ーーMighty Jewel 2
ChestG. Fulgur Mail β②①①Mighty Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
ArmsRathalos Vambraces β②①①Counter Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
WaistGore Coil β③②ーChain Jewel 3
Counter Jewel 2
LegGore Greaves β③①①Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Pieces)Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Pieces)
Scale Layering (3 Pieces)Agitator Lv5
Constitution Lv5Critical Boost Lv5
Maximum Might Lv3Antivirus Lv3
Quick Sheath Lv3Counterstrike Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1Master's Touch Lv1
Fire Attack Lv1Burst Lv1

This is a Fire-element Long Sword equipment set made from crafting weapons. The weapon is the Rathalos Long Sword, which has lower attack power but excellent affinity, sharpness, and skills. Affinity can rise to 80% skills included, so the Master's Touch skill is recommended for sharpness support.

Weapon NameSharpness
Long SwordKhlunda-of-the-Waves
AttackElementAffinityDefense
792Water350-15%0
Weapon SkillsPower Prolonger Lv3
DecorationRazor Sharp-Stream Jewel 3
Handicraft Jewel II 2
Handicraft Jewel 1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HeadG. Fulgur Helm β②ーーMighty Jewel 2
ChestG. Fulgur Mail β②①①Mighty Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
ArmsRathalos Vambraces β②①①Counter Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
WaistGore Coil β③②ーChain Jewel 3
Counter Jewel 2
LegGore Greaves β③①①Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Pieces)Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Pieces)
Scale Layering (3 Pieces)Agitator Lv5
Constitution Lv5Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3Power Prolonger Lv3
Razor Sharp Lv3 Lv3
Quick Sheath Lv3Counterstrike Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1Burst Lv1
Water Attack Lv1

This is a Water-element equipment set featuring Uth Duna's Long Sword, and while its Attack and Element values are high, its Affinity is negative, and its initial Sharpness is blue, so Handicraft is required. Since its performance is more difficult to utilize compared to other elemental weapons, we recommend crafting the Artian Long Sword instead of other elemental options.

Weapon NameSharpness
Long SwordTonitrus Clairblade
AttackElementAffinityDefense
726Thunder2500%0
Weapon SkillsFocus Lv2
Punishing Draw Lv1
DecorationRazor Sharp-Bolt Jewel 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Critical Jewel 1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HeadG. Fulgur Helm β②ーーMighty Jewel 2
ChestG. Fulgur Mail β②①①Mighty Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
ArmsRathalos Vambraces β②①①Counter Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
WaistGore Coil β③②ーChain Jewel 3
Counter Jewel 2
LegGore Greaves β③①①Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Pieces)Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Pieces)
Scale Layering (3 Pieces)Agitator Lv5
Constitution Lv5Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3Razor Sharp Lv3
Critical Boost Lv3Quick Sheath Lv3
Focus Lv2Counterstrike Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1Punishing Draw Lv1
Burst Lv1Thunder Attack Lv1

This is a Thunder-element Long Sword equipment set made from crafting weapons. The weapon is the Redau Long Sword, which has high attack power and excellent sharpness. With skills included, the affinity can increase up to 70%, even without any wound status on the monster.

Weapon NameSharpness
Long SwordWindclaw Kiribami
AttackElementAffinityDefense
726Ice3000%0
Weapon SkillsFocus Lv3
Airborne Lv1
DecorationRazor Sharp-Frost Jewel 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Critical Jewel 1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HeadG. Fulgur Helm β②ーーMighty Jewel 2
ChestG. Fulgur Mail β②①①Mighty Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
ArmsRathalos Vambraces β②①①Counter Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
WaistGore Coil β③②ーChain Jewel 3
Counter Jewel 2
LegGore Greaves β③①①Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Pieces)Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Pieces)
Scale Layering (3 Pieces)Agitator Lv5
Constitution Lv5Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3Focus Lv3
Razor Sharp Lv3Critical Boost Lv3
Quick Sheath Lv3Counterstrike Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1Airborne Lv1
Burst Lv1Ice Attack Lv1

This is an Ice-element Long Sword equipment set made from crafting weapons. The weapon is the Hirabami Long Sword, which has high attack power and elemental value, along with excellent sharpness. Affinity including skill increases to 70% without Wounds.

Weapon NameSharpness
Long SwordStahlrecht
AttackElementAffinityDefense
693Dragon30020%0
Weapon SkillsCritical Element Lv3
DecorationMastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Critical Jewel 1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HeadG. Fulgur Helm β②ーーMighty Jewel 2
ChestG. Fulgur Mail β②①①Mighty Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
ArmsRathalos Vambraces β②①①Counter Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
WaistGore Coil β③②ーChain Jewel 3
Counter Jewel 2
LegGore Greaves β③①①Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Pieces)Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Pieces)
Scale Layering (3 Pieces)Agitator Lv5
Constitution Lv5Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3Critical Element Lv3
Critical Boost Lv3Quick Sheath Lv3
Counterstrike Lv2Flinch Free Lv1
Master's Touch Lv1Burst Lv1

This is a Dragon-element Long Sword equipment set made from crafting weapons. The weapon is the Gore Long Sword, which has a very high affinity of 20%, allowing you to consistently deal high Fire damage. For sharpness support, make sure to equip Master's Touch to take advantage of the high affinity.

Forged Paralysis Build

Weapon NameSharpness
Long SwordLala Ornithocton
AttackElementAffinityDefense
660Paralysis25015%0
Weapon SkillsCritical Draw Lv2
Critical Status Lv1
DecorationMastery Jewel 3
Crit Status Jewel II 2
Paralyzer Jewel 1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HeadG. Fulgur Helm β②ーーMighty Jewel 2
ChestG. Fulgur Mail β②①①Mighty Jewel 2
Sane Jewel 1
ArmsG. Arkveld Vambraces β①①①Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
WaistGore Coil α③①ーChain Jewel 3
Physique Jewel 1
LegsGore Greaves β③①①Tenderizer Jewel 3
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
TalismanExploiter Charm II--
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will(2 Piece)Gore Magala's Tyranny(2 Piece)
Guardian's Protection(3 Piece)Weakness Exploit Lv5
Constitution Lv5Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3Critical Status Lv3
Quick Sheath Lv3Agitator Lv2
Critical Draw Lv2Flinch Free Lv1
Master's Touch Lv1Paralysis Attack Lv1
Burst Lv1

This is a Paralysis-focused equipment set using the weapon Lala Ornithocton from crafting. The weapon's decoration prioritizes comfort with the Mastery Jewel 3, but it’s also possible to enhance the Paralysis Element further by using the Paralyzer Jewel III 3. In that case, attach a Handicraft Jewel 1 in the remaining slot to slightly increase sharpness.

Best High Rank Builds

▼High Rank▼Up to HR40▼HR40 or higher

Best Early High Rank Long Sword Equipment

NameSharpness
Long Sword Weapon Barina Flamberge III
AttackElementAffinityDefense
495Paralysis 18015%0
Weapon SkillsCritical Draw Lv1
Critical Status Lv1

The best weapon for early High Rank is the Barina Flamberge III. This also has Paralysis but with higher Attack. Rathian's Poison weapon "Wyvern Blade Verde I" is also a good option.

NameSkill
HeadAlloy Helm AlphaQuick Sheath Lv1
ChestRathian Mail AlphaForay Lv2
ArmsRathian Mail AlphaDivine Blessing Lv2
Foray Lv1
WaistRathian Coil BetaForay Lv1
LegsAlloy Greaves AlphaQuick Sheath Lv1
Flinch Free Lv1
TalismanSheathe Charm IQuick Sheath Lv1
Active Skills
Foray Lv4Quick Sheath Lv3
Divine Blessing Lv2Flinch Free Lv1

There are two recommended Armor for the Long Sword at early High Rank: The Alloy & the Rathian sets. Rathian's armor can increase Attack and Affinity when attacking monsters affected by either Paralysis or Poison with the skill "Foray".

Best Long Sword Equipment Up to HR40

NameSharpness
Long Sword Weapon Barina Flamberge IV
AttackElementAffinityDefense
594Paralysis 21015%0
Weapon SkillsCritical Draw Lv2
Critical Status Lv1

The recommended weapon for up to HR40 is the Barina Flamberge IV. The Wyvern Blade Verde II is also a good alternative to those who want to deal higher raw damage.

NameSkill
HeadG. Ebony Helm AlphaBurst Lv2
Earplugs Lv1
ChestG. Ebony Mail AlphaEarplugs Lv1
Bleeding Resistance Lv2
ArmsCommission Vambraces AlphaQuick Sheath Lv2
Agitator Lv1
WaistG. Ebony Coil BetaBurst Lv1
LegsG. Ebony Greaves BetaEarplugs Lv1
Divine Blessing Lv1
TalismanSheathe Charm IQuick Sheath Lv1
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (4 Piece)Burst Lv3
Earplugs Lv3Quick Sheath Lv3
Bleeding Resistance Lv2Agitator Lv1
Divine Blessing Lv1

A combination of G. Ebony Alpha armor and Commission armor is recommended for use up until HR40. It is due to the Quick Sheath Lv2 you gain from Commission armor.

Use Sheathe Talisman If You Can't Craft Commission Armor

To make Commission armor, you need to obtain Commission Tickets. If you are unable to create the armor yet, you can supplement it with the Sheathe Charm II to still have Quick Sheath Lv2 in your build. You can use Alloy or Uth Duna armor to replace the other piece.

Best Long Sword Equipment for HR40 or higher

NameSharpness
Long Sword Weapon Lala Ornithocton
AttackElementAffinityDefense
660Paralysis 25015%0
Weapon SkillsCritical Draw Lv2
Critical Status Lv1
DecorationCritical Jewel 1
Critical Jewel 1
Critical Jewel 1
NameDecoration
HeadG. Fulgur Helm BetaGrowth Jewel 1
ChestArkvulcan Mail Beta-
ArmsG. Arkveld Vambraces BetaSheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
WaistG. Arkveld Coil Beta-
LegsDahaad Shardgreaves Beta-
TalismanExploiter Charm II-
Active Skills
Guardian Arkveld's Vitality (2 Piece)Guardian's Protection (3 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5Agitator Lv4
Critical Boost Lv3Quick Sheath Lv3
Flayer Lv2Critical Draw Lv2
Self-Improvement Lv1Critical Status Lv1

At endgame, the best Long Sword is the Lala Ornithocton. It's raw damage is not very high, but it has high Paralysis. Its Affinity is also high at 15% and when combined with Weakness Exploit and Agitator, it will increase the Affinity to up to 75%.

Best Low Rank Builds

NameSharpness
Long SwordBarina Flamberge II
AttackElementAffinityDefense Boost
396Paralysis 13010%0
Weapon SkillsCritical Draw Lv1
Critical Status Lv1

The recommended best early-game weapon for the Long Sword is the Barina Flamberge II. While its Attack stat is slightly on the lower side, its Paralysis Element is extremely powerful. It's a great choice for dealing with unfamiliar monsters.

NameSkill
HeadG. Ebony HelmBurst Lv1
ChestBalahara MailQuick SheathLv1
ArmG. Ebony BracesBurstLv1
WaistG. Ebony CoilBurst Lv1
Bleeding Resistance Lv1
LegsAlloy GreavesQuick Sheath Lv1
TalismanSheathe Charm IQuick Sheath Lv1
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power(2 Pieces)Guardian's Pulse(3 Pieces)
BurstLv3Quick Sheath Lv3
Bleeding Resistance Lv1

The recommended best early-game equipment for the Long Sword includes three pieces of Guardian Ebony Equipment, which can be crafted in Chapter 3. The skill "Burst" increases firepower, and combining the last two pieces with a Talisman enables "Quick Sheath Lv3" to complete the armor set.

Early Gameplay Guide

Long Sword Best Skills

Weapon SkillArmor Skill

Best Weapon Skills

Skill NameEffect
Critical BoostRecommendation Level: ★★★
Increases the damage of critical hits.
HandicraftRecommendation Level: ★★★
Extends the weapon sharpness gauge. However, it will not increase the gauge past its maximum.
Critical ElementRecommendation Level: ★★
Increases elemental damage (fire, water, thunder, ice, dragon) when landing critical hits.
Critical DrawRecommendation Level: ★★
Increases affinity when performing draw attacks. (Not effective while riding.)
Attack BoostRecommendation Level: ★★
Increases attack power.
Critical EyeRecommendation Level: ★★
Increases affinity.
Master's TouchRecommendation Level: ・・
Prevents your weapon from losing sharpness during critical hits.
Razor SharpRecommendation Level: ・・
Prevents your weapon from losing sharpness.

For an effective Long Sword build in Monster Hunter Wilds, key recommended weapon skills include Critical Boost and Handicraft. These skills enhance your damage potential and weapon durability, ensuring a smooth and powerful playstyle.

Best Armor Skills

Skill NameEffect
Quick SheathRecommendation Level: ★★★
Speeds up weapon sheathing.
Weakness ExploitRecommendation Level: ★★★
Increases the affinity of attacks that exploit a monster's weak points and wounds.
AgitatorRecommendation Level: ★★
Increases attack power and affinity when large monsters become enraged.
BurstRecommendation Level: ★★
Continuously landing hits gradually increases attack and elemental attack. (Amount increased depends on weapon.)
Ebony Odogaron's Power
(G. Ebony Armor Set)
Recommendation Level: ★★
Activated by Armors that have the same set bonus skill or group skill.
PartbreakerRecommendation Level: ★★
Makes it easier to break large monster parts, and increases damage dealt when destroying a wound with a Focus Strike.
ForayRecommendation Level: ・・
Increases attack power and affinity against large monsters affected by poison or paralysis.
Tool SpecialistRecommendation Level: ・・
Reduces the recharge time for specialized tools.

For a powerful Long Sword build in Monster Hunter Wilds, focus on armor skills like Quick Sheath and Weakness Exploit. These skills enhance your offensive capabilities and weapon handling. Additionally, skills such as Agitator and Burst are highly recommended for boosting Attack and Affinity.

Quick Sheath as the Top Priority

When using the Long Sword, make sure to prioritize activating Quick Sheath 3. This skill significantly increases Special Sheathe speed, dramatically improving your ability to react and enhancing overall mobility during combat. It will make your gameplay much smoother and more efficient, allowing for quicker counters and better positioning.

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