Best Build and Armor for Hammer 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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| Best Builds | Rating |
|---|---|
| ▼ Inexhaustible Build | ★★★★★ |
| ▼ Elemental Hammer Builds | ★★★★・ |
| ▼ Non- Artian Elemental Builds | ★★★★・ |
Inexhaustible Build
| Name | Sharpness | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Binder Mace | | ||
| Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
| 1144 | Paralysis 250 | 0% | 0 |
| Weapon Skills | | ||
| Decoration | Razor Sharp-KO Jewel 3 Critical Jewel III 3 Critical Jewel 1 | ||
| 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 | Physique Jewel 1 Physique Jewel 1 |
| Waist | Gore Coil β | ③①ー | Physique Jewel 1 Physique Jewel 1 |
| Legs | Gore Greaves β | ③①① | Challenger Jewel 3 Sprinter Jewel 1 Sprinter Jewel 1 |
| Talisman | Exploiter Charm II | - | - |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
The best general-purpose Hammer build revolves around the Binder Mace, which has almost no difference in performance compared to Artian weapons. Stamina added with "Fulgur Anjanath's Will (Second Wind I)" does not remove the effect of Maximum Might, so you can maintain high Affinity by using "Marathon Runner" and "Constitution" together, which should produce a total of 95% Affinity with all skills active.
Elemental Builds
| Weapon Name | Sharpness | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Moteurvankel (Artian) | | ||
| Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
| 1170 | Fire 350 | 5% | 0 |
| Decoration | Razor Sharp-KO Jewel 3 Critical Jewel III 3 Critical Jewel II 2 | ||
| Element Type | Fire Element x3 | ||
| Production | Attack Boost 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 Sane Jewel 1 Shockproof Jewel 1 |
| Arms | G. Arkveld Vambraces β | ①①① | Physique Jewel 1 Physique Jewel 1 Physique Jewel 1 |
| Waist | Gore Coil α | ③①ー | Tenderizer Jewel 3 Sprinter Jewel 1 |
| Legs | Gore Greaves β | ③①① | Challenger Jewel 3 Sprinter Jewel 1 Sprinter Jewel 1 |
| Talisman | Exploiter Charm II | - | - |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
The strongest recommended equipment for the Hammer's Fire Element Build is one that uses Artian weapons. For weapon bonuses, aim to strengthen Attack instead of Element.
| Weapon Name | Sharpness | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Moteurvankel (Artian) | | ||
| Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
| 1170 | Water 350 | 5% | 0 |
| Decoration | Razor Sharp-KO Jewel 3 Critical Jewel III 3 Critical Jewel II 2 | ||
| Element Type | Water Element x3 | ||
| Production | Attack Boost 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 Sane Jewel 1 Shockproof Jewel 1 |
| Arms | G. Arkveld Vambraces β | ①①① | Physique Jewel 1 Physique Jewel 1 Physique Jewel 1 |
| Waist | Gore Coil α | ③①ー | Tenderizer Jewel 3 Sprinter Jewel 1 |
| Legs | Gore Greaves β | ③①① | Challenger Jewel 3 Sprinter Jewel 1 Sprinter Jewel 1 |
| Talisman | Exploiter Charm II | - | - |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
The strongest recommended equipment for the Hammer's Water Element Build is one that uses Artian weapons. For weapon bonuses, aim to strengthen Attack instead of Element.
| Weapon Name | Sharpness | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Moteurvankel (Artian) | | ||
| Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
| 1170 | Thunder 350 | 5% | 0 |
| Decoration | Razor Sharp-KO Jewel 3 Critical Jewel III 3 Critical Jewel II 2 | ||
| Element Type | Thunder Element x3 | ||
| Production | Attack Boost 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 Sane Jewel 1 Shockproof Jewel 1 |
| Arms | G. Arkveld Vambraces β | ①①① | Physique Jewel 1 Physique Jewel 1 Physique Jewel 1 |
| Waist | Gore Coil α | ③①ー | Tenderizer Jewel 3 Sprinter Jewel 1 |
| Legs | Gore Greaves β | ③①① | Challenger Jewel 3 Sprinter Jewel 1 Sprinter Jewel 1 |
| Talisman | Exploiter Charm II | - | - |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
The strongest recommended equipment for the Hammer's Thunder Element Build is one that uses Artian weapons. For weapon bonuses, aim to strengthen Attack instead of Element.
| Weapon Name | Sharpness | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Moteurvankel (Artian) | | ||
| Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
| 1170 | Ice 350 | 5% | 0 |
| Decoration | Razor Sharp-KO Jewel 3 Critical Jewel III 3 Critical Jewel II 2 | ||
| Element Type | Ice Element x3 | ||
| Production | Attack Boost 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 Sane Jewel 1 Shockproof Jewel 1 |
| Arms | G. Arkveld Vambraces β | ①①① | Physique Jewel 1 Physique Jewel 1 Physique Jewel 1 |
| Waist | Gore Coil α | ③①ー | Tenderizer Jewel 3 Sprinter Jewel 1 |
| Legs | Gore Greaves β | ③①① | Challenger Jewel 3 Sprinter Jewel 1 Sprinter Jewel 1 |
| Talisman | Exploiter Charm II | - | - |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
The strongest recommended equipment for the Hammer's Ice Element Build is one that uses Artian weapons. For weapon bonuses, aim to strengthen Attack instead of Element.
| Weapon Name | Sharpness | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Moteurvankel (Artian) | | ||
| Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
| 1170 | Dragon 350 | 5% | 0 |
| Decoration | Razor Sharp-KO Jewel 3 Critical Jewel III 3 Critical Jewel II 2 | ||
| Element Type | Dragon Element x3 | ||
| Production | Attack Boost 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 Sane Jewel 1 Shockproof Jewel 1 |
| Arms | G. Arkveld Vambraces β | ①①① | Physique Jewel 1 Physique Jewel 1 Physique Jewel 1 |
| Waist | Gore Coil α | ③①ー | Tenderizer Jewel 3 Sprinter Jewel 1 |
| Legs | Gore Greaves β | ③①① | Challenger Jewel 3 Sprinter Jewel 1 Sprinter Jewel 1 |
| Talisman | Exploiter Charm II | - | - |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
The strongest recommended equipment for the Hammer's Dragon Element Build is one that uses Artian weapons. For weapon bonuses, aim to strengthen Attack instead of Element.
Non-Artian Builds
| Weapon | Sharpness | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Huracan Hammer | |||
| Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
| 1040 | Fire 400 | 10% | 0 |
| Weapon Skills | |||
| Decorations | Razor Sharp-Handicraft Jewel 3 Critical Jewel II 2 Handicraft Jewel | ||
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
The recommended Hammer for the Fire Build is the Huracan Hammer. While its white sharpness is short, you can easily supplement this by slotting Handicraft Jewels into your open slots.
| Weapon | Sharpness | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Zaccio's Execution | |||
| Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
| 1144 | Water 250 | 0% | 0 |
| Weapon Skills | |||
| Decorations | Razor Sharp-KO Jewel 3 Critical Jewel II 2 Critical Jewel 1 | ||
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
The recommended Hammer for the Water Build is Zaccio's Execution. This Hammer has excellent attack and sharpness levels, making it one of the better forgeable Hammers amongst the 5 elemental builds.
| Weapon | Sharpness | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fulgurhammer Guardiana | |||
| Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
| 1092 | Thunder 450 | 15% | 0 |
| Weapon Skills | |||
| Decorations | Razor Sharp-Handicraft Jewel 3 Handicraft Jewel II 2 Critical Jewel 1 | ||
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
For the Thunder Build, we recommend equipping the Fulgurhammer Guardiana. Since the weapon only has blue sharpness, you will want to prioritize taking Handicraft wherever possible.
| Weapon | Sharpness | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Singha Gada | |||
| Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
| 1196 | Ice 250 | -10% | 0 |
| Weapon Skills | |||
| Decorations | Razor Sharp-Handicraft Jewel 3 Critical Jewel II 2 Critical Jewel 1 | ||
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
Singha Gada is the recommended Hammer for the Ice Build. While it has a negative affinity, this set has access to alternate sources of affinity, allowing you to reach a total of 82% affinity under the right conditions, without even needing Wounds.
| Weapon | Sharpness | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Grimmblick | |||
| Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
| 1092 | Dragon 300 | 20% | 0 |
| Weapon Skills | |||
| Decorations | Razor Sharp-KO Jewel 3 Critical Jewel II 2 Critical Jewel 1 | ||
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
Grimmblick is the recommended Hammer for the Dragon Build. This Hammer has excellent all-around attributes, making it a viable replacement for even Moteurvankel.
Hammer's High Rank Builds (HR20-40)
| ▼ Early High Rank | ▼ Up to HR40 | ▼ Right After HR40 |
Early High Rank
| Name | Sharpness | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail Hammer III | |||
| Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
| 884 | Paralysis 200 | 0% | 0 |
| Equipment Skills | |||
The Jail Hammer III is the best weapon to use at early High Rank. Get the weapon by continuing to upgrade the Jail Hammer as you play the game.
Best Armor
| Name | Skill | |
|---|---|---|
| Head | Doshaguma Helm β | |
| Chest | Doshaguma Mail α | |
| Arms | Doshaguma Braces β | |
| Waist | Doshaguma Coil β | |
| Legs | Rathalos Greaves α | |
| Talisman | Hope Charm |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
At the start of High Rank (Chapter 4), the Doshaguma Set is recommended. This will give you the Doshaguma's Might, which will increase your damage with successful Offset Attacks.
Up to HR40
| Name | Sharpness | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail Hammer IV | |||
| Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
| 1040 | Paralysis 220 | 0% | 0 |
| Equipment Skills | |||
For up to HR40, the Jail Hammer IV is the best weapon to use. It has high Attack and white Sharpness, making it a versatile and powerful weapon. It also has Paralysis!
Best Armor
| Name | Skill | |
|---|---|---|
| Head | Dahaad Shardhelm α | |
| Chest | Doshaguma Mail α | |
| Arms | Dahaad Shardbraces α | |
| Waist | Doshaguma Coil β | |
| Legs | Dahaad Shardgreaves β | |
| Talisman | Exploiter Charm I |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
Jin Dahaad's Armor is the best up to HR40 due to its Agitator Lv5, which increases Attack when a monster is enraged. The Talisman can be changed to suit the style, such as Marathon Runner or Stamina Surge.
Right After HR40
| Name | Sharpness | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Binder Mace | |||
| Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
| 1144 | Paralysis 250 | 0% | 0 |
| Equipment Skills | |||
| Decoration | KO Jewel 1 KO Jewel 1 KO Jewel 1 | ||
| Name | Decoration | |
|---|---|---|
| Head | G. Fulgur Helm β | Growth Jewel 1 |
| Chest | Arkvulcan Mail β | - |
| Arms | G. Arkveld Vambraces β | Sprinter Jewel 1 Sprinter Jewel 1 Sprinter Jewel 1 |
| Waist | G. Arkveld Coil β | - |
| Legs | Dahaad Shardgreaves β | - |
| Talisman | Exploiter Charm 2 | - |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
The Binder Mace with the G. Arkveld Armor build is the best build for the Hammer at the endgame. The weapon's Attack is high and comes with Paralysis. When combined with the Weakness Exploit and Agitator skills, the Affinity can be increased to a max of 60%.
Hammer's Low Rank Builds (HR1-8)
Starter Hammer Build
| Weapon Name | Sharpness | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Jailhammer II | |||
| Attack | Element | Critical | Defense |
| 728 | Paralysis 170 | 0% | 0 |
| Equipment Skill | |||
Our recommended starting Hammer is the Jailhammer. While its attack is a little low, the Jailhammer's potential to paralyze enemies reliably creates openings even against monsters you are not yet familiar with. Additionally, we also recommend upgrading this Hammer as you progress through the story for the same reasons.
Chapter 3 Guardian Armor
| Name | Skills | |
|---|---|---|
| Head | G. Ebony Helm | |
| Torso | G. Ebony Mail | |
| Arm | G. Ebony Braces | |
| Waist | G. Ebony Coil | |
| Leg | G. Rathalos Greaves | |
| Talisman | Hope Charm |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
Once you hit Chapter 3, we recommend crafting the G. Ebony Set which grants Burst Boost II. This effect modifies the Burst skill, triggering the attack boosts after just 1 hit, allowing even the Hammer to benefit from having this skill.
Best Low Rank Build and Armor Per WeaponHammer's Best Skills
| ▼ Weapon Skills | ▼ Armor Skills |
Recommended Weapon Skills
| Skill | Effect |
|---|---|
| Recommended Lv.: ★★★ Increases the damage of critical hits | |
| Recommended Lv.: ★★・ Prevents your weapon from losing sharpness during critical hits. | |
| Recommended Lv.: ★★・ Prevents your weapon from losing sharpness | |
| Recommended Lv.: ★★・ Increases attack power | |
| Recommended Lv.: ★★・ Increases (x) element attack power. (Elemental attack power has a maximum upper limit.) | |
| Recommended Lv.: ★・・ Increases the fill rate for weapons with gauges and the charge rate for weapons with charge attacks. | |
| Recommended Lv.: ★・・ Makes it easier to stun monsters | |
| Recommended Lv.: ★・・ Increases your power to induce stun when you hit a monster with a hammer's charged attack |
The recommended skills for the Hammer include Critical Boost, Attack Boost, and Master's Touch. Essentially, we are recommending skills that increase the damage dealt to monsters.
We also recommend taking some QoL skills such as Focus to increase your charging speed, along with Slugger and Charge Up to increase the potency of your stunning attacks.
Recommended Armor Skills
| Skill | Effect |
|---|---|
| Recommended Lv.: ★★★ Increases the affinity of attacks that exploit a monster's weak points and wounds | |
(Guardian Fulgur Armor Set) | Recommended Lv.: ★★・ Increases the affinity of attacks that exploit a monster's weak points and wounds |
| Recommended Lv.: ★★・ Increases affinity if stamina is kept full for a period of time. ・ Only if you already have Fulgur Anjanath's Will | |
| Recommended Lv.: ★★・ Slows down stamina depletion for actions that continuously drain stamina (such as dashing) | |
| Recommended Lv.: ★★・ Reduces stamina depletion when evading, blocking, or doing certain other actions. | |
| Recommended Lv.: ★★・ Increases attack power and affinity when large monsters become enraged. | |
| Recommended Lv.: ★★・ Disables damage reactions when you hit a friend or when a friend hits you. | |
| Recommended Lv.: ★・・ Continuously landing hits gradually increases attack and elemental attack. (Amount increased depends on weapon.) | |
(Doshaguma Set) | Rating: ★・・ Temporarily grants attack after a successful Power Clash or Offset attack |
Equipment Guides
| Beginner Armor | High Rank Builds | Artian Armor | Best Builds |
| Skill List | Set Bonus | Group Skill | Layered Armor List |
| Mantles List |
Recommended Equipment by Weapon
| Great Sword | Long Sword | Sword & Shield | Dual Blades |
| Hammer | Hunting Horn | Lance | Gunlance |
| Switch Axe | Charge Blade | Insect Glaive | Bow |
| Light Bowgun | Heavy Bowgun | ||
Equipment Guide by Monster
Mantles Guide
| Ghillie Mantle | Rocksteady Mantle | Mending Mantle |
| Evasion Mantle | Corrupted Mantle | - |
Equipment Related Guides
| Equipment Related Guides | |
|---|---|
| ▶ How to Hide Headgear? | ▶ Alpha & Beta Armor Guide |
| ▶ Guardian Armor List | ▶ How to Upgrade Armor |
| ▶ Melding Pot | ▶ Decoration Farming |
| ▶ Palico Equipment List | ▶ Best Palico Equipment |
Great Sword
Long Sword
Sword and Shield
Dual Blades
Hammer
Hunting Horn
Lance
Gunlance
Switch Axe
Charge Blade
Insect Glaive
Bow
Light Bowgun
Heavy Bowgun