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Best Build and Armor for Hunting Horn in Monster Hunter Wilds (MH Wilds). Includes the best weapon, equipment, skill, early game, high-rank sets, and recommended armor.

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Hunting Horn - Best Artian Weapon Build

Highly Versatile Paralysis Element Build

NameSharpness
Hunting Horn Icon Omiltika
AttackElementAffinityDefense
798Paralysis 1205%0
DecorationSonorous-KO Jewel 3
Attack Jewel 3
Attack Jewel 2
Element TypeParalysis Element Type x3
ProductionAttack Infusion x3
ReinforcementAttack Boost x5

▲The above stats shown are before bonus effects are applied.


Self-Improvement

Status Attack Up

Divine Protection

All Ailments Negated

Echo Wave (Paralysis)

Offset Melody
ArmorSlotDecoration
HeadG. Ebony Helm β②ーーEvasion Jewel 2
ChestUdra Miremail α①①ーProtection Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
ArmsUdra Mirebraces α②ーーEvasion Jewel 2
WaistG. Ebony Coil β②①ーEvasion Jewel 2
Protection Jewel 1
LegsUdra Miregreaves α③ーーCounterattack Jewel 3
TalismanCounterattack Charm II--
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power(2 Piece)Nu Udra's Mutiny(2 Piece)
Load's Favor(3 Piece)BurstLv5
Attack BoostLv5Adrenaline RushLv3
Evade WindowLv3Divine BlessingLv3
CounterstrikeLv2WindproofLv2
Speed EatingLv2Horn MaestroLv2
ResentmentLv1SluggerLv1

This is a highly versatile and recommended top-tier Hunting Horn build featuring an Artian weapon. Since the sound waves from Perform Attack Boost and shockwaves from Echo Bubbles are not affected by Affinity, this build focuses on maximizing skills that increase base Attack.

NameSharpness
Hunting Horn Icon Omiltika
AttackElementAffinityDefense
798Paralysis 1205%0
DecorationSonorous-KO Jewel 3
Attack Jewel 3
Paralyzer Jewel 3
Element TypeParalysis Element Type x3
ProductionAttack Infusion x3
ReinforcementElement Boost x4
Attack Boost x1

▲The above stats are shown before bonus effects are applied.


Self-Improvement

Status Attack Up

Divine Protection

All Ailments Negated

Echo Wave (Paralysis)

Offset Melody
ArmorSlotDecoration
HeadG. Ebony Helm β②ーーEvasion Jewel 2
ChestUdra Miremail α①①ーProtection Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
ArmsUdra Mirebraces α②ーーEvasion Jewel 2
WaistG. Ebony Coil β②①ーEvasion Jewel 2
Protection Jewel 1
LegsUdra Miregreaves α③ーーCounterattack Jewel 3
TalismanCounterattack Charm II--
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power(2 Piece)Nu Udra's Mutiny(2 Piece)
Load's Favor(3 Piece)BurstLv5
Adrenaline RushLv3Attack BoostLv3
Paralysis AttackLv3Evade WindowLv3
Divine BlessingLv3CounterstrikeLv2
WindproofLv2Speed EatingLv2
Horn MaestroLv2ResentmentLv1
SluggerLv1

This is a Paralysis-focused Hunting Horn build featuring an Artian weapon. To increase the number of Paralysis procs, prioritize the 'Element Boost' restoration bonus. For a Paralysis Element-focused setup, it is recommended to equip the weapon with Paralyzer Jewel 3.

Hunting Horn - Best Endgame Build

G. Resounding Galahad

WeaponSharpness
Hunting Horn G. Resounding Galahad
AttackElementAffinityDefense
966Dragon 250-10%0
Equipment SkillsHorn MaestroLv2
DecorationsHandicraft Jewel 1
Handicraft Jewel 1
Handicraft Jewel 1

Self-Improvement

Attack Up (L)

Defense Up (L)

Wind Pressure Negated

Sonic Barrier

Echo Wave (Slash)

Resounding Melody
NameDecorations
HeadG. Ebony Helm BetaGrowth Jewel 1
TorsoUdra Miremail Alpha-
ArmsDahaad Shardbraces Alpha-
WaistG. Ebony Coil Beta-
LegsUdra Miregreaves Alpha-
NeckChain Charm I-
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power(2 Piece)Nu Udra's Mutiny(2 Piece)
Load's Favor(3 Piece)BurstLv5
HandicraftLv3AgitatorLv2
WindproofLv2Horn MaestroLv2
ResentmentLv1AdaptabilityLv1
Self-ImprovementLv1

The recommended Hunting Horn for HR40+ is the G. Resounding Galahad. This Horn boasts an impressive 966 attack and also has access to Horn Maestro Lv2. While it has a -10% affinity, damage remains largely unaffected since Affinity is not used in melodies.

Hunting Horn - Best High Rank Build

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Early High RankUp to HR40

Early High Rank Build

Best Weapon

WeaponSharpness
Hunting Horn Rey Perun II
AttackElementAffinityDefense
714Thunder 2300%0
SkillsStamina ThiefLv2
Horn MaestroLv1

Self-Improvement

Attack Up (S)

Fire Res (L)

Sonic Waves

Echo Wave (Thunder)

Offset Melody

For Chapter 4, the recommended weapon is Rey Perun II. Unlike G. Veldian Sibilus, Rey Perun II only has Horn Maestro Lv1, but because of its blue sharpness, it can consistently deal damage against monsters with tougher hides.

Best Armor

NameSkill
HeadRathalos Helm AlphaEvade WindowLv2
ConstitutionLv1
TorsoRathalos Mail AlphaAdrenaline RushLv2
ConstitutionLv1
ArmsRathalos Vambraces AlphaConstitutionLv2
Evade WindowLv1
WaistRathalos Coil AlphaAdrenaline RushLv2
Evade WindowLv1
LegsAjarakan Greaves BetaPartbreakerLv2
NeckCounterattack Charm IAdrenaline RushLv1
Active Skills
Rathalos's Flare(4 Piece)Scaling Prowess(3 Piece)
Adrenaline RushLv5Evade WindowLv4
ConstitutionLv4PartbreakerLv2
Critical StatusLv2Poison Duration UpLv1

Chapter 4 is when Hunters start to take on High Rank quests and Monsters. At this stage, we recommend crafting the High Rank Rathalos set for Evade Window and Adrenaline Rush. Using Ajarakan's greaves as your off-piece grants the useful Partbreaker skill which increases the damage of your focus strikes.

Up to HR40

Rey Perun III is Recommended

WeaponSharpness
Hunting Horn Rey Perun III
AttackElementAffinityDefense
840Thunder 2700%0
SkillsStamina ThiefLv3
Horn MaestroLv1

Self-Improvement

Attack Up (S)

Fire Res (L)

Sonic Waves

Echo Wave (Thunder)

Offset Melody

The recommended weapon for Chapters 5 is Rey Perun III, which has excellent white sharpness and access to Horn Maestro

Combine Different Armor

NameSkill
HeadG. Ebony Helm BetaBurstLv2
TorsoUdra Miremail AlphaResentmentLv1
BurstLv1
ArmsUdra Mirebraces AlphaCounterstrikeLv2
Speed EatingLv2
WaistG. Ebony Coil BetaBurstLv1
LegsUdra Miregreaves AlphaWindproofLv2
CounterstrikeLv1
NeckChain Charm I-
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power(2 Piece)Nu Udra's Mutiny(2 Piece)
Load's Favor(3 Piece)BurstLv5
CounterstrikeLv3HandicraftLv3
WindproofLv2Speed EatingLv2
ResentmentLv1

A mixed set between Nu Udra Alpha and G. Ebony Beta is recommended for HR35-40. The Group Skill Load's Favor increases attack when melodies are active, while the G. Ebony pieces provide access to Burst.

Hunting Horn - Best Low Rank Build

G. Veldian Sibilus I for Chapter 3

WeaponSharpness
Hunting Horn G. Veldian Sibilus I
AttackElementAffinityDefense
714Dragon 160-10%0
Equipment SkillsHorn MaestroLv2

Self-Improvement

Attack Up (Small)

Defense Up (Small)

Wind Pressure Negated

Sonic Barrier

Echo Wave (Slash)

Resounding Melody

G. Veldian Sibilus I is the recommended weapon for Chapter 3. While it may have -10% affinity, it is a rare weapon that has Horn Maestro Lv2 this early into the game.

Best Armor

NameSkill
HeadDuna HelmPeak PerformanceLv1
Tool SpecialistLv1
TorsoDuna MailPeak PerformanceLv1
ArmsDuna VambracesTool SpecialistLv1
WaistDuna CoilTool SpecialistLv1
Aquatic/Oilsilt MobilityLv1
LegsRey SandgreavesLatent PowerLv1
ConstitutionLv1
NeckHope CharmSelf-ImprovementLv1
Recovery UpLv1
Active Skills
Uth Duna's Cover(4 Piece)Load's Favor(3 Piece)
Tool SpecialistLv3Peak PerformanceLv2
Latent PowerLv1Aquatic/Oilsilt MobilityLv1
ConstitutionLv1Self-ImprovementLv1
Recovery UpLv1

For armor, we recommend Uth Duna equipment since it provides the Load's Favor skill. Also, you can acquire the Rocksteady Mantle in Chapter 3, making Tool Specialist a very nice skill to have.

Recommended Skills for Hunting Horn

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Weapon SkillsArmor Skills

Recommended Weapon Skills

SkillEffect
Horn MaestroRating: ★★★
Increases the effect duration of hunting horn melodies.
(Effect lost when you change weapons.)
HandicraftRating: ★★★
Extends the weapon sharpness gauge. However, it will not increase the gauge past its maximum.
Attack BoostRating: ★★
Increases attack power.
SluggerRating: ・・
Makes it easier to stun monsters.

The absolute most important skill to have while equipped with a Hunting Horn is the Horn Maestro skill as it increases the duration of all melodies. This is an important QoL skill that allows you to fight with active buffs for much longer than usual.

Recommended Armor Skills

SkillEffect
Load's FavorRating: ★★★
Temporarily increases attack power when using effects like Melody Effects that affect companions in range.
BurstRating: ★★★
Continuously landing hits gradually increases attack and elemental attack.
(Amount increased depends on weapon.)
Ebony Odogaron's Power
(G. Ebony Alpha/Beta Armor Set)
Rating: ★★★
Extends the duration of the Burst skill and grants attack +3 while Burst is active
Weakness ExploitRating: ★★
Increases the affinity of attacks that exploit a monster's weak points and wounds.
Adrenaline RushRating: ・・
Temporarily increases attack power after executing a perfectly-timed evade just as a monster attacks.
Evade WindowRating: ・・
Extends the invulnerability period when evading
PartbreakerRating: ・・
Makes it easier to break large monster parts, and increases the damage dealt when destroying a wound with a Focus Strike.

The recommended armor skills for the hunting horn are Load's Favor, Ebony Odogaron's Power, and Burst.

Load's Favor is particularly important because of its effect that increases attack when utilizing Melody effects, making it a very compatible skill with the hunting horn.

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