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

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Gunlance - Best Endgame Build

End Game Best Armor for Gunlance

Firetrail Quemador for Normal Type

Weapon NameSharpness
GunlanceFiretrail Quemador
AttackElementAffinityDefence
506Fire 2505%0
Weapon SkillGuard Lv3
ShellingNormal Type Lv3
DecorationArtillery Jewel 1
Magazine Jewel 1
Magazine Jewel 1
NameDecoration
HeadG.Ebony Helm BetaAmbush Jewel II
ChestGore Mail BetaAmbush Jewel II
Ambush Jewel II
ArmsG. Ebony Braces Alpha-
WaistG. Ebony Coil BetaJumping Jewel II
Adapt Jewel
LegsG. Ebony Greaves BetaProtection Jewel I
TalismanLeaping Charm III-
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (4 pieces)Guardian's Protection (3 pieces)
Burst Lv5Agitator Lv4
Guard Lv3Artillery Lv3
Ambush Lv3Load Shells Lv2
Evade Extender Lv2Earplugs Lv1
Divine Blessing Lv1Attack Boost Lv1
Adaptability Lv1

Recommended Normal type Gunlance for HR 40 or higher is the final upgrade of the Quematrice weapon Firetrail Quemador. Use the essential skills such as Artillery and LoadShells while boosting your attack power with the other skills. You cannot increase the crucial stats for the Artian Gunlance, so it's better to use the Firetrail Quemador instead.

White Cannon for Long Type

Weapon NameSharpness
GunlanceWhite Cannon
AttackElementAffinityDefence
552Blast 400-15%30
Weapon SkillGuard Up Lv3
ShellingLong Type Lv3
DecorationArtillery Jewel 1
Magazine Jewel 1
Magazine Jewel 1
Decoration
HeadG.Ebony Helm BetaAmbush Jewel II
ChestGore Mail BetaAmbush Jewel II
Ambush Jewel II
ArmsG. Ebony Braces Alpha-
WaistG. Ebony Coil BetaJumping Jewel II
Adapt Jewel
LegsG. Ebony Greaves BetaProtection Jewel I
TalismanLeaping Charm III-
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (4 pieces)Guardian's Protection (3 pieces)
Burst Lv5Agitator Lv4
Guard Up Lv3Artillery Lv3
Ambush Lv3Load Shells Lv2
Evade Extender Lv2Earplugs Lv1
Divine Blessing Lv1Guard Lv1
Adaptability Lv1

Recommended Long type Gunlance for HR 40 or higher is the final upgrade of the Gravios weapon, White Cannon. Use the essential skills such as Artillery and LoadShells while boosting your attack power with the other skills. You cannot increase the crucial stats for the Artian Gunlance, so it's better to use the White Cannon instead.

G. Lawful Bors for Wide Type

Weapon NameSharpness
GunlanceG. Lawful Bors
AttackElementAffinityDefense
552Dragon 250-10%0
Weapon SkillGuard Lv2
ShellingWide Type Lv3
DecorationArtillery Jewel 1
Magazine Jewel 1
Magazine Jewel 1
NameDecoration
HeadG.Ebony Helm BetaAmbush Jewel II
ChestGore Mail BetaAmbush Jewel II
Ambush Jewel II
ArmsG. Ebony Braces Alpha-
WaistG. Ebony Coil BetaJumping Jewel II
Adapt Jewel
LegsG. Ebony Greaves BetaProtection Jewel I
TalismanLeaping Charm III-
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (4 pieces)Guardian's Protection (3 pieces)
Burst Lv5Agitator Lv4
Guard Lv3Artillery Lv3
Ambush Lv3Load Shells Lv2
Divine Blessing Lv1Earplugs Lv1
Evade Extender Lv2Adaptability Lv1

Recommended wide type Gunlance for HR 40 or higher is the final upgrade of the Guardian Arkveld weapon G. Lawful Bors. Use the essential skills such as Artillery and LoadShells while boosting your attack power with the other skills. You cannot increase the crucial stats for the Artian Gunlance, so it's better to use the White Cannon instead.

Gunlance - Best High Rank Build

▼Early High Rank▼High Rank Until HR40

Best Early High Rank Build

Upgrade Weapon to Quematrice Culebrina III

Weapon NameSharpness
GunlanceQuematrice Culebrina III
Attack BoostElementAffinityDefense Bonus
391Fire 2005%0
Weapon SkillGuard Lv2
ShellingNormal Type – Slightly Strong

The recommended early High-Rank Gunlance weapon is "Quematrice Culebrina III." Since it becomes available for upgrade in Chapter 4, enhance it as soon as possible.

Craft Gravios Weapon

Weapon NameSharpness
GunlanceWhite Gunlance I
Attack BoostElementAffinityDefense Bonus
506Blast 340-15%30
Weapon SkillGuard Up Lv3
ShellingWide Type – Slightly Strong

The recommended early High-Rank Gunlance for the Wide Type is the "White Gunlance." It becomes available in Chapter 4. Its high Attack power and decent Shelling capability make it an attractive choice. While its Sharpness and negative Affinity may be concerns, once fully upgraded, it becomes an excellent weapon with improved Sharpness.

Upgrade to G.Veldian Hasta II

Weapon NameSharpness
GunlanceG.Veldian Hasta II
Attack BoostElementAffinityDefense Bonus
483Dragon 210-10%0
Weapon SkillGuard Lv2
ShellingWide Type – Slightly Strong

The recommended early High-Rank Gunlance for the Wide Type is "G.Veldian Hasta II." Since it becomes available for upgrade in Chapter 4, upgrade it as soon as possible.

Doshaguma Alpha Equipment is Recommended

NameSkill
HeadHirabami Headdress AlphaEvade Window Lv1
Evade Extender Lv1
ChestDoshaguma Mail AlphaLatent Power Lv1
Stamina Surge Lv1
ArmsDoshaguma Braces AlphaStun Resistance Lv2
Stamina Surge Lv1
WaistDoshaguma Coil AlphaLatent Power Lv2
LegsDoshaguma Greaves AlphaRecovery Up Lv2
Free Meal Lv1
TalismanLeaping Charm IEvade Extender Lv1
Active Skills
Doshaguma's Might (4 parts)Inspiring Pelt (3 parts)
Latent Power Lv3Stun Resistance Lv2
Recovery Up Lv2Evade Extender Lv2
Stamina Surge Lv2Evade Window Lv1
Free Meal Lv1

The recommended armor for early High Rank is Doshaguma Alpha that can be crafted in Chapter 4. While increasing Defense, it also uses Power house II. Evade Extender is also powerful so Hirabami Headdress Alpha and Leaping Charm have been chosen.

Best Gunlance Build for Up to HR40

Upgrade Weapon to Quematrice Culebrina IV

Weapon NameSharpness
GunlanceQuematrice Culebrina IV
Attack BoostElementAffinityDefense Boost
460Fire 2205%0
Weapon SkillGuard Lv3
ShellingNormal Type – Slightly Strong

The recommended weapon for early High Rank Gunlance users is Hope Gunlance V. At HR32, you can obtain materials from High Rank Jin Dahaad, making upgrades easier. This significantly boosts Sharpness and Attack.

Stick with White Gunlance I

Weapon NameSharpness
GunlanceWhite Gunlance I
Attack BoostElementAffinityDefense Boost
506Blast 340-15%30
Weapon SkillGuard Up Lv3
ShellingLong Type – Slightly Strong

We recommend early High Rank Gunlance users to stick with the White Gunlance I.

Stick with G. Veldian Hasta II

Weapon NameSharpness
GunlanceG. Veldian Hasta II
Attack BoostElementAffinityDefense Boost
483Dragon 210-10%0
Weapon SkillGuard Lv2
ShellingWide Type – Slightly Strong

The recommended weapon for early High Rank Gunlance users is to continue using "G. Veldian Hasta II." At this stage, further upgrades are unavailable, making its overall stats relatively low. Thus, focus on a Shelling-centered playstyle.

▼If You Want Slash Firepower, Use Balahara Weapons
Weapon NameSharpness
GunlanceBalahara Exploder IV
AttackElementAffinityDefense
437水27010%0
Weapon SkillOffensive Guard Lv3
ShellingWide Type - Normal

Balahara Exploder IV has average Shelling power, but excellent Sharpness. If you also use slash attacks, this is also recommended.


Guardian Odogaron Alpha

G. Ebony Braces Alpha
NameSkills
HeadG. Ebony Helm BetaBurst Lv2
ChestG. Ebony Mail BetaEarplugs Lv1
ArmsG. Ebony Braces AlphaBurst Lv2
Divine Blessing Lv1
WaistG. Ebony Coil BetaBurst Lv1
LegsQuematrice Greaves AlphaEvade Extender Lv1
Flinch Free Lv1
CharmLeaping Charm IEvade Extender Lv1
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (4 pieces)Guardian's Protection (3 pieces)
Burst Lv5Evade Extender Lv2
Earplugs Lv1Divine Blessing Lv1
Flinch Free Lv1-

The recommended Gunlance armor setup for early High Rank is the Guardian Odogaron Alpha set. At HR 20, you can fight the High Rank Ebony Odogaron in the Ruins of Wyveria, making it possible to upgrade your armor set to the Odogaron Alpha. By activating Burst Effect and Burst Boost Effect, you can achieve a near-endless attack power boost.

Gunlance - Best Low Rank Build

Use Quematrice Until Chapter 4

Weapon NameSharpness
Quematrice Culebrina IQuematrice Culebrina I
AttackElementAffinityDefense Bonus
230Fire 1405%0
Equipment SkillsGuard Lv1
Shelling TypeNormal - Slightly Strong

The recommended early-game Gunlance for the Normal Type is "Quematrice Culebrina I". It is the only Normal Type Gunlance among early craftable weapons with a decent Shelling power, allowing for high Shelling Fire output. Additionally, it comes with the "Guard" skill, making it even stronger. Keep upgrading and using it until you reach High Rank.

Use Triple Bayonet Until Chapter 4

Weapon NameSharpness
GunlanceTriple Bayonet I
Attack BoostElementAffinityDefense Bonus
276-0%0
Weapon SkillGuard Up Lv1
ShellingLong - Normal Power

The recommended early-game Gunlance for the long range type is "Triple Bayonet I". Among the first craftable weapons, it stands out with excellent Attack and Sharpness, while also activating the "Guard Up" skill. Range Type has an excellent firepower when using Wyrmstake Cannon, so take advantage of it. Additionally, you can keep upgrading and using it until you reach High Rank.

Use Ars Weapons Until Chapter 4

Weapon NameSharpness
GunlanceG. Veldian Hasta I
Attack BoostElementAffinityDefense Bonus
391Dragon 160-10%0
Weapon SkillGuard Lv2
ShellingWide Type - Slightly Strong

The recommended early-game Gunlance for the Wide Type is "G. Veldian Hasta I". Its decent Shelling power is its biggest advantage. The Wide Type boasts high Shelling and Wyvern's Fire power, making it well-suited for a defensive playstyle that focuses on solid guarding and counterattacks.

Guardian Ebony Odogaron for Ch.3

NameSkill
HeadG. Ebony HelmBurst Lv1
ChestG. Ebony MailBleeding Resistance Lv1
ArmsG. Ebony BracesBurst Lv1
WaistG. Ebony CoilBurst Lv1
Bleeding Resistance Lv1
LegsBalahara GreavesEvade Extender Lv1
TalismanLeaping Charm IEvade Extender Lv1
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (4 pieces)Guardian's Pulse (3 pieces)
Burst Lv3Bleeding Resistance Lv2
Evade Extender Lv2Critical Status Lv2
Poison Duration Up Lv1

The recommended early-game Gunlance build is centered around the Guardian Ebony Odogaron set, which can be crafted in Chapter 3. The 'Burst' skill boosts Firepower, allowing you to maintain enhanced damage while effectively using Guard.

Recommended Gunlance Skills

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Weapon SkillsArmor Skills

Recommended Weapon Skills

Skill NameEffect
ArtilleryRecommendation:★★★
Strengthens explosive attacks like shells, Wyvern's Fire, charge blade phial attacks, and Sticky Ammo.
Load ShellsRecommendation:★★★
Improves reloading, and increases the gunlance's shell capacity and charge blade's phial capacity.
HandicraftRecommendation:★★
Extends the weapon sharpness gauge. However, it will not increase the gauge past its maximum.
Speed SharpeningRecommendation:・・
Speeds up weapon sharpening when using a whetstone.
GuardRecommendation:★★
Reduces knockbacks and stamina depletion when guarding.

Recommended Armor Skills

Skill NameEffect
BurstRecommendation:★★★
Continuously landing hits gradually increases attack and elemental attack.
Ebony Odogaron's Power
(Guardian Ebony Armor Set)
Recommendation:★★★
Further extends the duration of the Burst skill and grants attack while Burst is active
Evade ExtenderRecommendation:★★
Increases evade distance
Quick SheathRecommendation:・・
Speeds up weapon sheathing

The recommended Gunlance skills in Monster Hunter Wilds include "Burst," "Artillery," and "Load Shells." You will be consuming a lot of Sharpness, so you can also try to cover for that using skills.

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