Best Build and Armor for Insect Glaive 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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Insect Glaive - Best Artian Weapon Build
▼General Paralysis Build | ▼Builds for 5 Elements |
Affinity/Paralysis Build
Weapon Name | Sharpness | ||
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Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
697 | Paralysis 80 | 5% | 0 |
Decoration | Critical Jewel III 3 Attack Jewel 3 Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3 | ||
Kinsects | Lv8 | ||
Element Type | Paralysis Element Type x3 | ||
Production | Attack Infusion x3 | ||
Reinforcement | Attack Boost x4 Sharpness Boost x1 |
Armor | Slot | Decoration | |
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Head | G. Fulgur Helm β | ②ーー | Mighty Jewel 2 |
Chest | G. Arkveld Mail β | ③②ー | Challenger Jewel 3 Mighty Jewel 2 |
Arm | G. Arkveld Vambraces β | ①①① | Sane Jewel 1 Sane Jewel 1 Sane Jewel 1 |
Waist | Gore Coil β | ③②ー | Tenderizer Jewel 3 Mighty Jewel 2 |
Legs | Gore Greaves β | ③①① | Chain Jewel 3 Physique Jewel 1 Physique Jewel 1 |
Talisman | Exploiter Charm II | - | - |
Active Skills | |
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This is the most recommended general-purpose Artian weapon for the Insect Glaive that takes advantage of the Paralysis Ailment. Affinity is 85% with Weakness Exploit and Maximum Might alone. Affinity exceeds 100% by including Agitator and Antivirus.
Best Artian Builds for All Elements
Weapon Name | Sharpness | ||
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Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
697 | Fire 280 | 5% | 0 |
Decoration | Critical Jewel III 3 Blaze-Handicraft Jewel 3 Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3 | ||
Kinsects | Lv8 | ||
Element Type | Water Element Type x3 | ||
Production | Attack Infusion x3 | ||
Reinforcement | Attack Boost x4 Sharpness Boost x1 |
Armor | Slot | Decoration | |
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Head | G. Fulgur Helm β | ②ーー | Mighty Jewel 2 |
Chest | G. Arkveld Mail β | ③②ー | Challenger Jewel 3 Mighty Jewel 2 |
Arm | G. Arkveld Vambraces β | ①①① | Sane Jewel 1 Sane Jewel 1 Sane Jewel 1 |
Waist | Gore Coil β | ③②ー | Tenderizer Jewel 3 Mighty Jewel 2 |
Legs | Gore Greaves β | ③①① | Chain Jewel 3 Physique Jewel 1 Physique Jewel 1 |
Talisman | Exploiter Charm II | - | - |
Active Skills | |
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This is a Fire-focused build that uses the Artian Glaive. In order to fully activate "Critical Element", this build is made to reach 85% Affinity with ''Weakness Exploit'' and ''Maximum Might'', exceeding 100% if the ''Agitator'' and ''Antivirus'' skills are included. "Constitution" makes it easier to trigger Maximum Might.
Weapon Name | Sharpness | ||
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Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
697 | Water 280 | 5% | 0 |
Decoration | Critical Jewel III 3 Stream-Handicraft Jewel 3 Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3 | ||
Kinsects | Lv8 | ||
Element Type | Water Element Type x3 | ||
Production | Attack Infusion x3 | ||
Reinforcement | Attack Boost x4 Sharpness Boost x1 |
Armor | Slot | Decoration | |
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Head | G. Fulgur Helm β | ②ーー | Mighty Jewel 2 |
Chest | G. Arkveld Mail β | ③②ー | Challenger Jewel 3 Mighty Jewel 2 |
Arm | G. Arkveld Vambraces β | ①①① | Sane Jewel 1 Sane Jewel 1 Sane Jewel 1 |
Waist | Gore Coil β | ③②ー | Tenderizer Jewel 3 Mighty Jewel 2 |
Legs | Gore Greaves β | ③①① | Chain Jewel 3 Physique Jewel 1 Physique Jewel 1 |
Talisman | Exploiter Charm II | - | - |
Active Skills | |
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This is a Water-focused build that uses the Artian Glaive. In order to fully activate "Critical Element", this build is made to reach 85% Affinity with ''Weakness Exploit'' and ''Maximum Might'', exceeding 100% if the ''Agitator'' and ''Antivirus'' skills are included. "Constitution" makes it easier to trigger Maximum Might.
Weapon Name | Sharpness | ||
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Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
697 | Thunder 280 | 5% | 0 |
Decoration | Critical Jewel III 3 Bolt-Handicraft Jewel 3 Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3 | ||
Kinsects | Lv8 | ||
Element Type | Thunder Element Type x3 | ||
Production | Attack Infusion x3 | ||
Reinforcement | Attack Boost x4 Sharpness Boost x1 |
Armor | Slot | Decoration | |
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Head | G. Fulgur Helm β | ②ーー | Mighty Jewel 2 |
Chest | G. Arkveld Mail β | ③②ー | Challenger Jewel 3 Mighty Jewel 2 |
Arm | G. Arkveld Vambraces β | ①①① | Sane Jewel 1 Sane Jewel 1 Sane Jewel 1 |
Waist | Gore Coil β | ③②ー | Tenderizer Jewel 3 Mighty Jewel 2 |
Legs | Gore Greaves β | ③①① | Chain Jewel 3 Physique Jewel 1 Physique Jewel 1 |
Talisman | Exploiter Charm II | - | - |
Active Skills | |
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This is a Thunder-focused build that uses the Artian Glaive. In order to fully activate "Critical Element", this build is made to reach 85% Affinity with ''Weakness Exploit'' and ''Maximum Might'', exceeding 100% if the ''Agitator'' and ''Antivirus'' skills are included. "Constitution" makes it easier to trigger Maximum Might.
Weapon Name | Sharpness | ||
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Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
697 | Ice 280 | 5% | 0 |
Decoration | Critical Jewel III 3 Frost-Handicraft Jewel 3 Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3 | ||
Kinsects | Lv8 | ||
Element Type | Ice Element Type x3 | ||
Production | Attack Infusion x3 | ||
Reinforcement | Attack Boost x4 Sharpness Boost x1 |
Armor | Slot | Decoration | |
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Head | G. Fulgur Helm β | ②ーー | Mighty Jewel 2 |
Chest | G. Arkveld Mail β | ③②ー | Challenger Jewel 3 Mighty Jewel 2 |
Arm | G. Arkveld Vambraces β | ①①① | Sane Jewel 1 Sane Jewel 1 Sane Jewel 1 |
Waist | Gore Coil β | ③②ー | Tenderizer Jewel 3 Mighty Jewel 2 |
Legs | Gore Greaves β | ③①① | Chain Jewel 3 Physique Jewel 1 Physique Jewel 1 |
Talisman | Exploiter Charm II | - | - |
Active Skills | |
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This is an Ice-focused build that uses the Artian Glaive. In order to fully activate "Critical Element", this build is made to reach 85% Affinity with ''Weakness Exploit'' and ''Maximum Might'', exceeding 100% if the ''Agitator'' and ''Antivirus'' skills are included. "Constitution" makes it easier to trigger Maximum Might.
Weapon Name | Sharpness | ||
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Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
697 | Dragon 280 | 5% | 0 |
Decoration | Critical Jewel III 3 Dragon-Handicraft Jewel 3 Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3 | ||
Kinsects | Lv8 | ||
Element Type | Dragon Element Type x3 | ||
Production | Attack Infusion x3 | ||
Reinforcement | Attack Boost x4 Sharpness Boost x1 |
Armor | Slot | Decoration | |
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Head | G. Fulgur Helm β | ②ーー | Mighty Jewel 2 |
Chest | G. Arkveld Mail β | ③②ー | Challenger Jewel 3 Mighty Jewel 2 |
Arm | G. Arkveld Vambraces β | ①①① | Sane Jewel 1 Sane Jewel 1 Sane Jewel 1 |
Waist | Gore Coil β | ③②ー | Tenderizer Jewel 3 Mighty Jewel 2 |
Legs | Gore Greaves β | ③①① | Chain Jewel 3 Physique Jewel 1 Physique Jewel 1 |
Talisman | Exploiter Charm II | - | - |
Active Skills | |
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This is a Dragon-focused build that uses the Artian Glaive. In order to fully activate "Critical Element", this build is made to reach 85% Affinity with ''Weakness Exploit'' and ''Maximum Might'', exceeding 100% if the ''Agitator'' and ''Antivirus'' skills are included. "Constitution" makes it easier to trigger Maximum Might.
Insect Glaive - Best Endgame Build
Lala Stromatopelm is Recommended
Name | Sharpness | ||
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Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
620 | Paralysis 200 | 15% | 0 |
Weapon Skills | |||
Kinsects | Lv10 | ||
Decoration | Focus Jewel 1 Focus Jewel 1 Focus Jewel 1 |
Name | Decoration | |
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Head | Dahaad Shardhelm Alpha | Growth Jewel 1 |
Chest | G. Arkveld Mail Alpha | - |
Arms | G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta | - |
Waist | Arkvulcan Coil Beta | - |
Legs | Dahaad Shardgreaves Beta | - |
Talisman | Mighty Charm II | - |
Active Skills | |
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The recommended weapon for endgame is Lala Stromatopelm. The maximum affinity, including what you gain from Maximum Might, is 92%. By refraining from using Vault and mainly using Focus, you can reduce Stamina Consumption to activate Maximum Might.
Insect Glaive - Best High Rank Builds
▼ Early High Rank | ▼ Up to HR40 |
Recommended Best Builds for Early High Rank
Blizzard Glaive I is Recommended
Name | Sharpness | ||
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Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
620 | Ice 140 | -10% | 0 |
Weapon Skills | |||
Kinsects Lv | 7 | ||
Kinsects | Gullshad |
At early High Rank, it's best to go with the Blizzard Glaive I. In addition to its high Attack and blue Sharpness, it has Focus Lv3 and has a Kinsect Lv 7.
Name | Skill | |
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Head | Rathalos Helm Alpha | |
Chest | Rathalos Mail Alpha | |
Arms | Rathalos Vambraces Alpha | |
Waist | Rathalos Coil Alpha | |
Legs | Ajarakan Greaves Beta | |
Talisman | Counterattack Charm I |
Active Skills | |
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For the Armor, the Rathalos set is recommended. Besides reducing damage, the armor has Adrenaline Rush and Evade Window, both work well for survivality and damage. The Insect Glaive makes heavy use of Focus and with the Ajarakan Greaves will gain Partbreaker.
Recommended Best Builds for Up to HR40
Rey Halilintar III is Recommended
Weapon | Sharpness | ||
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Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
620 | Thunder 170 | 0% | 0 |
Weapon Skills | |||
Kinsects Lv | 7 | ||
Kinsects | Gullshad |
Once you reach HR35 and defeat Rey Dau, you will gain access to the Rey Halilintar III. It's a strong weapon that comes with white Sharpness and Focus Lv2.
Use Blizzard Glaive I Until You can Make Rey Dau Weapons
If you don't have the materials to create Rey Dau weapons yet, you can continue to use Blizzard Glaive I.
Name | Skill | |
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Head | G. Ebony Helm Beta | |
Chest | G. Ebony Mail Beta | |
Arms | G. Ebony Braces Alpha | |
Waist | G. Ebony Coil Beta | |
Legs | Ajarakan Greaves Beta | |
Talisman | Hope Charm |
Active Skills | |
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The recommended armor to use up to HR40 is the Guardian Ebony Odogaron set. When you reach HR20, you will be able to fight the monster, allowing you to upgrade your armor.
Insect Glaive - Best Early Game Builds
Chthonian Vajra I for Early Game
Armor | Sharpness | ||
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Attack | Element | Affinity | Defense |
434 | Dragon 160 | 10% | 0 |
Weapon Skills | |||
Kinsects Lv | 3 | ||
Kinsects | Mauldrone |
The Chthonian Vajra I is the best weapon at early stage due to the Insect Glaive being able to proc Focus with its frequent use of Charge Attacks. By Chapter 3, you can create this weapon.
Guardian Ebony Odogaron Set is Recommended for Early Game
Name | Skill | |
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Head | G. Ebony Helm | |
Chest | G. Ebony Mail | |
Arms | G. Ebony Braces | |
Waist | G. Ebony Coil | |
Legs | Ajarakan Greaves |
Active Skills | |
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Center your early game equipment on the Guardian Ebony Odogaron set. This will make it easier to maintain the Burst skill, which increases Attack as you keep attacking enemies.
Recommended skills for Insect Glaive
▼Weapon Skills | ▼Armor Skills |
Recommended weapon skills
Skill Name | Effect |
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Recommendation Level:★★★ Increases the fill rate for weapons with gauges and the charge rate for weapons with charge attacks. | |
Recommendation Level:★★★ Extends the weapon sharpness gauge. However, it will not increase the gauge past its maximum. | |
Recommendation Level:★★・ Increases the damage of critical hits. | |
Recommendation Level:★★・ Grants an 80% chance of no sharpness loss while active. | |
Recommendation Level:★・・ Allows long swords, dual blades, insect glaives, switch axes, and charge blades to stay powered up longer. |
Recommended Armor Skills
Skill Name | Effect |
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Recommendation Level:★★★ Continuously landing hits gradually increases attack and elemental attack. | |
Recommendation Level:★★★ When the "Burst" skill effect is activated, the duration is extended and base Attack increases. | |
Recommendation Level:★★★ Increases the affinity of attacks that exploit a monster's weak points and wounds. | |
Recommendation Level:★★★ Increases attack power and affinity when large monsters become enraged. | |
Recommendation Level:★★・ Makes it easier to break large monster parts, and increases damage dealt when destroying a wound with a Focus Strike. | |
Recommendation Level:★★・ Destroying a large monster's wounds will slightly recover health. | |
Recommendation Level:★★・ Extends the invulnerability period when evading. | |
Recommendation Level:★・・ Makes it easier to inflict wounds. Upon inflicting enough damage, also deals additional non-elemental damage. | |
Recommendation Level:★・・ Temporarily increases attack power after executing a perfectly-timed evade just as a monster attacks. |
The recommended skills for the Insect Glaive in Monster Hunter Wilds include "Focus," "Burst," and "Weakness Exploit." Since Focus Strike is crucial for maneuvering with the Insect Glaive, using "Partbreaker" to increase damage on wounds is also a great option.
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