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Best Build and Armor for Insect Glaive

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Best Build and Armor for Insect Glaive in Monster Hunter Wilds (MH Wilds). Guide includes the recommended gear and build for the Insect Glaive, categorized into weapons and armor.

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Insect Glaive Best Builds After TU1 Update

Best BuildRating
▼Universal Build with Arch-temp Rey Dau [New]★★★★★
▼Universal Build with Zoh Shia/Gore 4-Piece★★★★★
▼5 Element Build with Arch-temp Rey Dau [New]★★★★
▼5 Element Build with Gore 4-Piece★★★★
▼Flexible Super Recovery Build★★★★
Non-Artian BuildRating
▼Arch-temp Rey Dau Build with Non-Artian [New]★★★・・
▼Attack-Focused Build with Zoh Shia Weapon★★★・・
▼Flexible Super Recovery Build★★・・・

After the update in Monster Hunter Wilds, the best Insect Glaive build includes 'Arch-tempered Rey Dau Armor' for general use and 'Zoh Shia with Gore Build.'

Universal Build with Arch-temp Rey Dau

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Diprielcha
(Artian)
AttackElementAffinityDefense
697Paralysis 805%0
DecorationCritical Jewel III 3
Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3
Critical Jewel II 2
KinsectsFoebeetle
Element TypeParalysis Element Type x3
ProductionAttack Infusion x3
ReinforcementAttack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmRey Sandhelm Gamma③ーーChallenger Jewel 3
MailGore Mail Beta③①ーChallenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
VambracesRey Sandbraces Gamma③③ーChallenger Jewel 3
Chain Jewel 3
CoilRey Sandcoil Gammaーーー-
GreavesGore Greaves Beta③①①Earplugs Jewel 2
Sane Jewel 1
Adapt Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Rey Dau's Voltage(2 Piece)Gore Magala's Tyranny(2 Piece)
Lord's Soul(3 Piece)AgitatorLv5
Critical BoostLv5AntivirusLv3
Maximum MightLv3Evade WindowLv2
Evade ExtenderLv2Latent PowerLv2
Weakness ExploitLv1Flinch FreeLv1
Stamina SurgeLv1AirborneLv1
BurstLv1EarplugsLv1
AdaptabilityLv1HandicraftLv1

This is an Antivirus Insect Glaive Build using Arch-tempered Rey Dau armor. With Lord's Soul, it provides a constant 5% 'Attack Boost' and lets you survive one heavy hit. When 'Black Eclipse' is activated, the setup can reach up to 100% Affinity.

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Diprielcha
(Artian)
AttackElementAffinityDefense
697Paralysis 805%0
DecorationCritical Jewel III 3
Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3
Critical Jewel II 2
KinsectsFoebeetle
Element TypeParalysis Element Type x3
ProductionAttack Infusion x3
ReinforcementAttack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmRey Sandhelm Gamma③ーーChallenger Jewel 3
MailNuminous Shroud Beta③ーーChallenger Jewel 3
VambracesRey Sandbraces Gamma③③ーChallenger Jewel 3
Tenderizer Jewel 3
CoilRey Sandcoil Gammaーーー-
GreavesNuminous Greaves Beta③②ーChain Jewel 3
Earplugs Jewel 2
TalismanExploiter Charm II--
Active Skills
Rey Dau's Voltage(2 Piece)Zoh Shia's Pulse(2 Piece)
Lord's Soul(3 Piece)AgitatorLv5
Critical BoostLv5Weakness ExploitLv4
Maximum MightLv3Evade ExtenderLv2
Latent PowerLv2CounterstrikeLv1
Recovery SpeedLv1Stamina SurgeLv1
Elemental AbsorptionLv1AirborneLv1
BurstLv1EarplugsLv1
HandicraftLv1

This build combines Arch-tempered Rey Dau and Zoh Shia armor to utilize both Lord's Soul and Super Recovery I. Affinity is boosted via Weakness Exploit, reaching up to 90% without wound effects. If you can consistently hit weak points, you'll gain a constant +20% Affinity. So, consider switching between this and Antivirus depending on your playstyle.

Universal Build with Zoh Shia/Gore 4-Piece

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Diprielcha
(Artian)
AttackElementAffinityDefense
697Paralysis 805%0
DecorationCritical Jewel III 3
Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3
Critical Jewel II 2
KinsectsFoebeetle
Element TypeParalysis Element Type x3
ProductionAttack Infusion x3
ReinforcementSharpness Boost x1
Attack Boost x4
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmGore Helm Alpha②ーーMighty Jewel 2
MailNuminous Shroud Alpha①ーーAdapt Jewel 1
VambracesGore Vambraces Beta②②ーMighty Jewel 2
Mighty Jewel 2
CoilGore Coil Beta③②ーChallenger Jewel 3
Earplugs Jewel 2
GreavesGore Greaves Beta③①①Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny(4 Piece)Scale Layering(3 Piece)
AgitatorLv5Critical BoostLv5
Evade WindowLv3ConstitutionLv3
AntivirusLv3Maximum MightLv3
CoalescenceLv1CounterstrikeLv1
Flinch FreeLv1AirborneLv1
AdaptabilityLv1EarplugsLv1
BurstLv1HandicraftLv1

The strongest Insect Glaive Build in Wilds after the update combines Zoh Shia and Gore armor, utilizing both 'Black Eclipse II' and 'Agitator Lv5'. Overcoming Frenzy grants +15 Attack and +25% Affinity. With Agitator + Maximum Might + Antivirus, the setup reaches 75% Affinity. Additionally, including Earplugs Lv1 provides the effect of Earplugs Lv2 when all three extracts are active, improving ease of play.

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Diprielcha
(Artian)
AttackElementAffinityDefense
697Paralysis 805%0
DecorationCritical Jewel III 3
Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3
Critical Jewel II 2
KinsectsFoebeetle
Element TypeParalysis Element Type x3
ProductionAttack Infusion x3
ReinforcementAttack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmNuminous Crown Beta③②①Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Recovery Jewel 1
MailNuminous Shroud Beta③ーーTenderizer Jewel 3
VambracesGore Vambraces Beta②②ーMighty Jewel 2
Mighty Jewel 2
CoilNuminous Overlay Beta②ーーEarplugs Jewel 2
GreavesGore Greaves Beta③①①Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
TalismanCounter Charm III--
Active Skills
Zoh Shia's Pulse(2 Piece)Gore Magala's Tyranny(2 Piece)
Guardian's Protection(3 Piece)AgitatorLv5
Critical BoostLv5AntivirusLv3
CounterstrikeLv3Maximum MightLv3
Recovery SpeedLv2Weakness ExploitLv2
ConstitutionLv1Evade WindowLv1
CoalescenceLv1Flinch FreeLv1
AirborneLv1EarplugsLv1
BurstLv1HandicraftLv1

This Insect Glaive Build balances survivability and firepower by combining Super Recovery I from Zoh Shia armor with Black Eclipse I from Gore armor. While its damage output is slightly lower compared to a 'Full Gore 4 Piece Build', the constant recovery offers excellent quality of life. Affinity reaches 85% without wound effects, and adding Earplugs Lv1 grants the effect of Earplugs Lv2 when all three extracts are active, further enhancing usability.

5 Element Build with Arch-temp Rey Dau

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Diprielcha
(Artian)
AttackElementAffinityDefense
697Fire 2805%0
DecorationCritical Jewel III 3
Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3
Critical Jewel II 2
KinsectsFoebeetle
Element TypeFire Element Type x3
ProductionAttack Infusion x3
ReinforcementAttack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmRey Sandhelm Gamma③ーーChallenger Jewel 3
MailGore Mail Beta③①ーChallenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
VambracesRey Sandbraces Gamma③③ーChallenger Jewel 3
Chain Jewel 3
CoilRey Sandcoil Gammaーーー-
GreavesGore Greaves Beta③①①Earplugs Jewel 2
Sane Jewel 1
Adapt Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Rey Dau's Voltage(2 Piece)Gore Magala's Tyranny(2 Piece)
Lord's Soul(3 Piece)AgitatorLv5
Critical BoostLv5AntivirusLv3
Maximum MightLv3Evade WindowLv2
Evade ExtenderLv2Latent PowerLv2
Weakness ExploitLv1Flinch FreeLv1
Stamina SurgeLv1AirborneLv1
BurstLv1EarplugsLv1
AdaptabilityLv1HandicraftLv1

This is a Fire Element Insect Glaive Build using Arch-tempered Rey Dau armor. With Lord's Soul, Attack is boosted to 5%, and you can survive one instance of fatal blow. Black Eclipse is also included, allowing the build to reach up to 100% Affinity.

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Diprielcha
(Artian)
AttackElementAffinityDefense
697Water 2805%0
DecorationCritical Jewel III 3
Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3
Critical Jewel II 2
KinsectsFoebeetle
Element TypeWater Element Type x3
ProductionAttack Infusion x3
ReinforcementAttack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmRey Sandhelm Gamma③ーーChallenger Jewel 3
MailGore Mail Beta③①ーChallenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
VambracesRey Sandbraces Gamma③③ーChallenger Jewel 3
Chain Jewel 3
CoilRey Sandcoil Gammaーーー-
GreavesGore Greaves Beta③①①Earplugs Jewel 2
Sane Jewel 1
Adapt Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Rey Dau's Voltage(2 Piece)Gore Magala's Tyranny(2 Piece)
Lord's Soul(3 Piece)AgitatorLv5
Critical BoostLv5AntivirusLv3
Maximum MightLv3Evade WindowLv2
Evade ExtenderLv2Latent PowerLv2
Weakness ExploitLv1Flinch FreeLv1
Stamina SurgeLv1AirborneLv1
BurstLv1EarplugsLv1
AdaptabilityLv1HandicraftLv1

This is a Water Element Insect Glaive Build using Arch-tempered Rey Dau armor. With Lord's Soul, Attack is boosted to 5%, and you can survive one instance of fatal blow. Black Eclipse is also included, allowing the build to reach up to 100% Affinity.

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Diprielcha
(Artian)
AttackElementAffinityDefense
697Thunder 2805%0
DecorationCritical Jewel III 3
Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3
Critical Jewel II 2
KinsectsFoebeetle
Element TypeThunder Element Type x3
ProductionAttack Infusion x3
ReinforcementAttack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmRey Sandhelm Gamma③ーーChallenger Jewel 3
MailGore Mail Beta③①ーChallenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
VambracesRey Sandbraces Gamma③③ーChallenger Jewel 3
Chain Jewel 3
CoilRey Sandcoil Gammaーーー-
GreavesGore Greaves Beta③①①Earplugs Jewel 2
Sane Jewel 1
Adapt Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Rey Dau's Voltage(2 Piece)Gore Magala's Tyranny(2 Piece)
Lord's Soul(3 Piece)AgitatorLv5
Critical BoostLv5AntivirusLv3
Maximum MightLv3Evade WindowLv2
Evade ExtenderLv2Latent PowerLv2
Weakness ExploitLv1Flinch FreeLv1
Stamina SurgeLv1AirborneLv1
BurstLv1EarplugsLv1
AdaptabilityLv1HandicraftLv1

This is a Thunder Element Insect Glaive Build using Arch-tempered Rey Dau armor. With Lord's Soul, Attack is boosted to 5%, and you can survive one instance of fatal blow. Black Eclipse is also included, allowing the build to reach up to 100% Affinity.

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Diprielcha
(Artian)
AttackElementAffinityDefense
697Ice 2805%0
DecorationCritical Jewel III 3
Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3
Critical Jewel II 2
KinsectsFoebeetle
Element TypeIce Element Type x3
ProductionAttack Infusion x3
ReinforcementAttack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmRey Sandhelm Gamma③ーーChallenger Jewel 3
MailGore Mail Beta③①ーChallenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
VambracesRey Sandbraces Gamma③③ーChallenger Jewel 3
Chain Jewel 3
CoilRey Sandcoil Gammaーーー-
GreavesGore Greaves Beta③①①Earplugs Jewel 2
Sane Jewel 1
Adapt Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Rey Dau's Voltage(2 Piece)Gore Magala's Tyranny(2 Piece)
Lord's Soul(3 Piece)AgitatorLv5
Critical BoostLv5AntivirusLv3
Maximum MightLv3Evade WindowLv2
Evade ExtenderLv2Latent PowerLv2
Weakness ExploitLv1Flinch FreeLv1
Stamina SurgeLv1AirborneLv1
BurstLv1EarplugsLv1
AdaptabilityLv1HandicraftLv1

This is an Ice Element Insect Glaive Build using Arch-tempered Rey Dau armor. With Lord's Soul, Attack is boosted to 5%, and you can survive one instance of fatal blow. Black Eclipse is also included, allowing the build to reach up to 100% Affinity.

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Diprielcha
(Artian)
AttackElementAffinityDefense
697Dragon 2805%0
DecorationCritical Jewel III 3
Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3
Critical Jewel II 2
KinsectsFoebeetle
Element TypeDragon Element Type x3
ProductionAttack Infusion x3
ReinforcementAttack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmRey Sandhelm Gamma③ーーChallenger Jewel 3
MailGore Mail Beta③①ーChallenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
VambracesRey Sandbraces Gamma③③ーChallenger Jewel 3
Chain Jewel 3
CoilRey Sandcoil Gammaーーー-
GreavesGore Greaves Beta③①①Earplugs Jewel 2
Sane Jewel 1
Adapt Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Rey Dau's Voltage(2 Piece)Gore Magala's Tyranny(2 Piece)
Lord's Soul(3 Piece)AgitatorLv5
Critical BoostLv5AntivirusLv3
Maximum MightLv3Evade WindowLv2
Evade ExtenderLv2Latent PowerLv2
Weakness ExploitLv1Flinch FreeLv1
Stamina SurgeLv1AirborneLv1
BurstLv1EarplugsLv1
AdaptabilityLv1HandicraftLv1

This is a Dragon Element Insect Glaive Build using Arch-tempered Rey Dau armor. With Lord's Soul, Attack is boosted to 5%, and you can survive one instance of fatal blow. Black Eclipse is also included, allowing the build to reach up to 100% Affinity.

5 Element Build with Gore 4-Piece

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Diprielcha
(Artian)
AttackElementSlotDefense
697Fire 2805%0
DecorationCritical Jewel III 3
Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3
Blaze Jewel III 3
KinsectsFoebeetle
Element TypeFire Element Type x3
ProductionAttack Infusion x3
ReinforcementSharpness Boost x1
Attack Boost x4
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmGore Helm Alpha②ーーMighty Jewel 2
MailNuminous Shroud Alpha①ーーAdapt Jewel 1
VambracesGore Vambraces Beta②②ーMighty Jewel 2
Mighty Jewel 2
CoilGore Coil Beta③②ーChain Jewel 3
Earplugs Jewel 2
GreavesGore Greaves Beta③①①Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny(4 Piece)Scale Layering(3 Piece)
AgitatorLv5Evade WindowLv3
ConstitutionLv3AntivirusLv3
Critical BoostLv3Fire AttackLv3
Maximum MightLv3CoalescenceLv1
CounterstrikeLv1Flinch FreeLv1
AirborneLv1AdaptabilityLv1
BurstLv1EarplugsLv1
HandicraftLv1

The best Fire Element build for the Insect Glaive post-update uses 4 pieces of Gore armor to activate the Black Eclipse II set bonus. This build prioritizes raw (physical) damage over elemental skills, as it results in higher overall damage output. The build is configured to maintain a consistent 75% Affinity, independent of a monster's weak point hit zones.

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Diprielcha
(Artian)
AttackElementSlotDefense
697Water 2805%0
DecorationCritical Jewel III 3
Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3
Stream Jewel III 3
KinsectsFoebeetle
Element TypeWater Element Type x3
ProductionAttack Infusion x3
ReinforcementSharpness Boost x1
Attack Boost x4
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmGore Helm Alpha②ーーMighty Jewel 2
MailNuminous Shroud Alpha①ーーAdapt Jewel 1
VambracesGore Vambraces Beta②②ーMighty Jewel 2
Mighty Jewel 2
CoilGore Coil Beta③②ーChain Jewel 3
Earplugs Jewel 2
GreavesGore Greaves Beta③①①Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny(4 Piece)Scale Layering(3 Piece)
AgitatorLv5Evade WindowLv3
ConstitutionLv3AntivirusLv3
Critical BoostLv3Water AttackLv3
Maximum MightLv3CoalescenceLv1
CounterstrikeLv1Flinch FreeLv1
AirborneLv1AdaptabilityLv1
BurstLv1EarplugsLv1
HandicraftLv1

The best Water Element build for the Insect Glaive post-update uses 4 pieces of Gore armor to activate the Black Eclipse II set bonus. This build prioritizes raw (physical) damage over elemental skills, as it results in higher overall damage output. The build is configured to maintain a consistent 75% Affinity, independent of a monster's weak point hit zones.

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Diprielcha
(Artian)
AttackElementSlotDefense
697Thunder 2805%0
DecorationCritical Jewel III 3
Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3
Bolt Jewel III 3
KinsectsFoebeetle
Element TypeThunder Element x3
ProductionAttack Infusion x3
ReinforcementSharpness Boost x1
Attack Boost x4
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmGore Helm Alpha②ーーMighty Jewel 2
MailNuminous Shroud Alpha①ーーAdapt Jewel 1
VambracesGore Vambraces Beta②②ーMighty Jewel 2
Mighty Jewel 2
CoilGore Coil Beta③②ーChain Jewel 3
Earplugs Jewel 2
GreavesGore Greaves Beta③①①Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny(4 Piece)Scale Layering(3 Piece)
AgitatorLv5Evade WindowLv3
ConstitutionLv3AntivirusLv3
Critical BoostLv3Thunder AttackLv3
Maximum MightLv3CoalescenceLv1
CounterstrikeLv1Flinch FreeLv1
AirborneLv1AdaptabilityLv1
BurstLv1EarplugsLv1
HandicraftLv1

The best Thunder Element build for the Insect Glaive post-update uses 4 pieces of Gore armor to activate the Black Eclipse II set bonus. This build prioritizes raw (physical) damage over elemental skills, as it results in higher overall damage output. The build is configured to maintain a consistent 75% Affinity, independent of a monster's weak point hit zones.

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Diprielcha
(Artian)
AttackElementSlotDefense
697Ice 2805%0
DecorationCritical Jewel III 3
Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3
Frost Jewel III 3
KinsectsFoebeetle
Element TypeIce Element Type x3
ProductionAttack Infusion x3
ReinforcementSharpness Boost x1
Attack Boost x4
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmGore Helm Alpha②ーーMighty Jewel 2
MailNuminous Shroud Alpha①ーーAdapt Jewel 1
VambracesGore Vambraces Beta②②ーMighty Jewel 2
Mighty Jewel 2
CoilGore Coil Beta③②ーChain Jewel 3
Earplugs Jewel 2
GreavesGore Greaves Beta③①①Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny(4 Piece)Scale Layering(3 Piece)
AgitatorLv5Evade WindowLv3
ConstitutionLv3AntivirusLv3
Critical BoostLv3Ice AttackLv3
Maximum MightLv3CoalescenceLv1
CounterstrikeLv1Flinch FreeLv1
AirborneLv1AdaptabilityLv1
BurstLv1EarplugsLv1
HandicraftLv1

The best Ice Element build for the Insect Glaive post-update uses 4 pieces of Gore armor to activate the Black Eclipse II set bonus. This build prioritizes raw (physical) damage over elemental skills, as it results in higher overall damage output. The build is configured to maintain a consistent 75% Affinity, independent of a monster's weak point hit zones.

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Diprielcha
(Artian)
AttackElementSlotDefense
697Dragon 2805%0
DecorationCritical Jewel III 3
Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3
Dragon Jewel III 3
KinsectsFoebeetle
Element TypeDragon Element Type x3
ProductionAttack Infusion x3
ReinforcementSharpness Boost x1
Attack Boost x4
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmGore Helm Alpha②ーーMighty Jewel 2
MailNuminous Shroud Alpha①ーーAdapt Jewel 1
VambracesGore Vambraces Beta②②ーMighty Jewel 2
Mighty Jewel 2
CoilGore Coil Beta③②ーChain Jewel 3
Earplugs Jewel 2
GreavesGore Greaves Beta③①①Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny(4 Piece)Scale Layering(3 Piece)
AgitatorLv5Evade WindowLv3
ConstitutionLv3AntivirusLv3
Critical BoostLv3Dragon AttackLv3
Maximum MightLv3CoalescenceLv1
CounterstrikeLv1Flinch FreeLv1
AirborneLv1AdaptabilityLv1
BurstLv1EarplugsLv1
HandicraftLv1

The best Dragon Element build for the Insect Glaive post-update uses 4 pieces of Gore armor to activate the Black Eclipse II set bonus. This build prioritizes raw (physical) damage over elemental skills, as it results in higher overall damage output. The build is configured to maintain a consistent 75% Affinity, independent of a monster's weak point hit zones.

Flexible Super Recovery Build

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Diprielcha
(Artian)
AttackElementAffinityDefense
697Paralysis 805%0
DecorationCritical Jewel III 3
Flight-Handicraft Jewel 3
Critical Jewel II 2
KinsectsLv8
Element TypeParalysis Element Type x3
ProductionAttack Infusion x3
ReinforcementAttack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmNuminous Crown Alpha③②ーTenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
MailNuminous Shroud Beta③ーーChain Jewel 3
VambracesG. Arkveld Vambraces Beta①①①Medicine Jewel 1
Medicine Jewel 1
Medicine Jewel 1
CoilNuminous Overlay Beta②ーーMighty Jewel 2
GreavesNuminous Greaves Beta③②ーMighty Jewel 2
Earplugs Jewel 2
TalismanExploiter Charm II--
Active Skills
Zoh Shia's Pulse(4 Piece)Guardian's Protection(3 Piece)
AgitatorLv5Weakness ExploitLv5
Critical BoostLv5Recovery SpeedLv3
Maximum MightLv3Recovery UpLv3
CounterstrikeLv1CoalescenceLv1
Elemental AbsorptionLv1AirborneLv1
BurstLv1EarplugsLv1
HandicraftLv1

This is a build using Zoh Shia armor with Super Recovery II, allowing for constant recovery per second. It also activates powerful firepower skills such as Agitator Lv5 and Weakness Exploit Lv5, ensuring no shortage in damage output. With this build, Affinity reaches 100%.

Arch-temp Rey Dau Build with Non-Artian

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Blazing Katir
AttackElementAffinityDefense
682Dragon 1505%0
Weapon SkillWhiteflame TorrentLv1
KinsectsFoebeetle
DecorationRazor Sharp-Handicraft Jewel 3
Flight Jewel 2
Handicraft Jewel 1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmRey Sandhelm Gamma③ーーChallenger Jewel 3
MailGore Mail Beta③①ーChallenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
VambracesRey Sandbraces Gamma③③ーChallenger Jewel 3
Chain Jewel 3
CoilRey Sandcoil Gammaーーー-
GreavesGore Greaves Beta③①①Earplugs Jewel 2
Sane Jewel 1
Adapt Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Rey Dau's Voltage(2 Piece)Gore Magala's Tyranny(2 Piece)
Lord's Soul(3 Piece)AgitatorLv5
AntivirusLv3Maximum MightLv3
Razor SharpLv3Evade WindowLv2
Evade ExtenderLv2Latent PowerLv2
HandicraftLv2Weakness ExploitLv1
Flinch FreeLv1Stamina SurgeLv1
Whiteflame TorrentLv1AirborneLv1
BurstLv1EarplugsLv1
AdaptabilityLv1

This is a build using Arch-tempered Rey Dau armor with a Zoh Shia weapon for the Insect Glaive. With Lord's Soul, Attack is increased to 5%, and you can survive one instance of a fatal hit. Black Eclipse is also included, allowing the setup to reach up to 100% Affinity.

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Lala Stromatopelm
AttackElementAffinityDefense
620Paralysis 20015%0
Weapon SkillCritical DrawLv2
Critical StatusLv1
KinsectsLv10
DecorationCritical Jewel III 3
Flight Jewel 2
Critical Jewel 1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmRey Sandhelm Gamma③ーーChallenger Jewel 3
MailGore Mail Beta③①ーChallenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
VambracesRey Sandbraces Gamma③③ーChallenger Jewel 3
Chain Jewel 3
CoilRey Sandcoil Gammaーーー-
GreavesGore Greaves Beta③①①Earplugs Jewel 2
Sane Jewel 1
Adapt Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Rey Dau's Voltage(2 Piece)Gore Magala's Tyranny(2 Piece)
Lord's Soul(3 Piece)AgitatorLv5
Critical BoostLv4AntivirusLv3
Maximum MightLv3Evade WindowLv2
Evade ExtenderLv2Latent PowerLv2
Critical DrawLv2Weakness ExploitLv1
Flinch FreeLv1Stamina SurgeLv1
Critical StatusLv1AirborneLv1
BurstLv1EarplugsLv1
AdaptabilityLv1

This is a build using the Lala Barina weapon. While its raw power is lower than that of the Zoh Shia weapon, it offers the advantage of Paralysis, allowing for more control during gameplay. The ability to survive a potential fatal hit with Lord's Soul adds extra stability, making this build ideal for players looking for more consistent performance.

Attack-Focused Build with Zoh Shia Weapon

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Blazing Katir
AttackElementSlotDefense
682Dragon 1505%0
Weapon SkillsWhiteflame TorrentLv1
KinsectsFoebeetle
DecorationRazor Sharp-Handicraft Jewel 3
Flight Jewel 2
Handicraft Jewel 1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmGore Helm Alpha②ーーMighty Jewel 2
MailNuminous Shroud Alpha①ーーAdapt Jewel 1
VambracesGore Vambraces Beta②②ーMighty Jewel 2
Mighty Jewel 2
CoilGore Coil Beta③②ーChallenger Jewel 3
Earplugs Jewel 2
GreavesGore Greaves Beta③①①Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny(4 Piece)Scale Layering(3 Piece)
AgitatorLv5Evade WindowLv3
ConstitutionLv3AntivirusLv3
Razor SharpLv3Maximum MightLv3
HandicraftLv2CoalescenceLv1
CounterstrikeLv1Flinch FreeLv1
Whiteflame TorrentLv1AirborneLv1
AdaptabilityLv1EarplugsLv1
BurstLv1

This build focuses on Attack Power by utilizing the Zoh Shia weapon, Black Eclipse II, and Agitator Lv5. Maintaining Maximum Might requires precise stamina control, making this setup more suitable for experienced players. However, with proper execution, it can outperform Second Wind in raw damage. Additionally, Earplugs Lv1 enables Earplugs Lv2 when triple Extracts are active, reducing downtime caused by monster roars.

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Lala Stromatopelm
AttackElementSlotDefense
620Paralysis 20015%0
Weapon SkillsCritical DrawLv2
Critical StatusLv1
KinsectsFoebeetle
DecorationAttack Jewel 3
Flight Jewel 2
Attack Jewel 1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmNuminous Crown Beta③②①Challenger Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Medicine Jewel 1
MailArkvulcan Mail Beta③②ーChallenger Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
VambracesXu Wu Vambraces Beta②②①Mighty Jewel 2
Counter Jewel 2
Medicine Jewel 1
CoilArkvulcan Coil Beta①①ーMedicine Jewel 1
Adapt Jewel 1
GreavesNuminous Greaves Beta③②ーChain Jewel 3
Counter Jewel 2
TalismanChallenger Charm II--
Active Skills
Zoh Shia's Pulse(2 Piece)Arkveld's Hunger(2 Piece)
AgitatorLv5AttackLv4
Weakness ExploitLv3CounterstrikeLv3
Recovery SpeedLv3Maximum MightLv3
Recovery UpLv3Critical DrawLv2
EarplugsLv1Elemental AbsorptionLv1
Critical StatusLv1AirborneLv1
AdaptabilityLv1BurstLv1
This build focuses on Attack Power by utilizing the Paralysis Lala Barina weapon, Black Eclipse II, and Agitator Lv5. Although its raw damage is inferior to the Zoh Shia weapon, it offers an easier playstyle by allowing safe damage accumulation during Paralysis status, making it more manageable in combat.

Flexible Super Recovery Build

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Blazing Katir
AttackElementSlotDefense
682Dragon 1505%0
Weapon SkillsWhiteflame TorrentLv1
KinsectsFoebeetle
DecorationRazor Sharp-Handicraft Jewel 3
Flight Jewel 2
Handicraft Jewel 1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmNuminous Crown Alpha③②ーTenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
MailNuminous Shroud Beta③ーーTenderizer Jewel 3
VambracesGore Vambraces Beta②②ーMighty Jewel 2
Mighty Jewel 2
CoilNuminous Overlay Beta②ーーEarplugs Jewel 2
GreavesGore Greaves Beta③①①Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
TalismanCounter Charm III--
Active Skills
Zoh Shia's Pulse(2 Piece)Gore Magala's Tyranny(2 Piece)
AgitatorLv5AntivirusLv3
CounterstrikeLv3Razor SharpLv3
Maximum MightLv3Recovery SpeedLv2
HandicraftLv2Weakness ExploitLv2
ConstitutionLv1Evade WindowLv1
CoalescenceLv1Flinch FreeLv1
Whiteflame TorrentLv1AirborneLv1
EarplugsLv1BurstLv1

This build balances survivability and raw damage by combining Super Recovery I from Zoh Shia armor with Black Eclipse I from Gore armor. While damage output is slightly lower compared to the full Gore 4-piece setup, the constant recovery provides improved sustainability. The build achieves 85% Affinity without requiring wound breaking. Additionally, by equipping Earplugs Lv1, you gain the effect of Earplugs Lv2 during triple Extracts, reducing interruptions from monster roars.

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Blazing Katir
AttackElementSlotDefense
682Dragon 1505%0
Weapon SkillsWhiteflame TorrentLv1
KinsectsFoebeetle
DecorationRazor Sharp-Handicraft Jewel 3
Flight Jewel 2
Handicraft Jewel 1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmNuminous Crown Beta③②①Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Medicine Jewel 1
MailNuminous Shroud Beta③ーーChain Jewel 3
VambracesArkvulcan Vambraces Beta②②①Mighty Jewel 2
Mighty Jewel 2
Medicine Jewel 1
CoilArkvulcan Coil Alpha①ーーMedicine Jewel 1
GreavesDahaad Shardgreaves Beta②ーーEarplugs Jewel 2
TalismanExploiter Charm II--
Active Skills
Zoh Shia's Pulse(2 Piece)Arkveld's Hunger(2 Piece)
AgitatorLv5Weakness ExploitLv5
Recovery SpeedLv3Razor SharpLv3
Maximum MightLv3Recovery UpLv3
HandicraftLv2Convert ElementLv1
Whiteflame TorrentLv1AirborneLv1
BurstLv1EarplugsLv1

This build further enhances recovery by combining Super Recovery I with Hasten Recovery I. As long as you maintain consistent hits, chip or minor damage can be quickly healed. The build achieves 100% Affinity when attacking wounded parts.

Insect Glaive's High Rank Builds (HR20-40)

▼ Early High Rank▼ Up to HR40▼ Right After HR40

Best Early High Rank Builds

Blangoga Weapons are Recommended

Weapon Sharpness
Insect Glaive Blizzard Glaive I
Attack Element Affinity Defense
620 Ice 140 -10% 0
Weapon Skills Focus Lv3
Kinsects Arkmaiden

At early High Rank, it's best to go with the Blizzard Glaive I which can be forged in Chapter 4. In addition to its high Attack and blue Sharpness, it has Focus Lv3 and is an excellent choice for Lv7 Kinsects.

Rathalos Armor is Recommended

Armor Skill
Helm Rathalos Helm Alpha -
Mail Rathalos Mail Alpha -
Vambraces Rathalos Vambraces Alpha -
Coil Rathalos Coil Alpha -
Greaves Ajarakan Greaves Beta -
Talisman Counterattack Charm I -
Active Skills
Rathalos's Flare (4 Piece) Scaling Prowess (3 Piece)
Adrenaline Rush Lv5 Evade Window Lv4
Constitution Lv4 Focus Lv3
Partbreaker Lv2

Armor in early High Rank would ideally be the Rathalos set, which can be forged in Chapter 4. Since damage taken increases as you progress into High Rank, it'll be better to upgrade your Defense over skills at this point in the game.

Best Build For Up to HR40

Forge the Rey Dau Weapon

Weapon Sharpness
Insect Glaive Rey Halilintar III
Attack Element Affinity Defense
620 Thunder 170 0% 0
Weapon Skills Focus Lv2
Charge Master Lv1
Kinsects Arkmaiden

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.

G. Ebony Odogaron Armor

Armor Skill
Helm G. Ebony Helm Beta Burst Lv2
Mail G. Ebony Mail Beta Earplugs Lv1
Vambraces G. Ebony Braces Alpha Burst Lv2
Divine Blessing Lv1
Coil G. Ebony Coil Beta Burst Lv1
Greaves Ajarakan Greaves Beta Partbreaker Lv2
Talisman Hope Charm Recovery Up Lv1
Self-Improvement Lv1
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (4 Piece) Guardian's Protection (3 Piece)
Burst Lv5 Partbreaker Lv2
Earplugs Lv1 Divine Blessing Lv1
Self-Improvement Lv1 Recovery Up Lv1

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. "Burst" allows you to increase your attack stat temporarily.

Best Build for Right After HR40

WeaponSharpness
Insect Glaive Icon Lala Stromatopelm
AttackElementCriticalDefense
620Paralysis 20015%0
Weapon SkillCritical Draw Lv2
Critical Status Lv1
KinsectsArkmaiden
DecorationFocus Jewel 1
Focus Jewel 1
Focus Jewel 1
ArmorSlotDecoration
HelmDahaad Shard Helm Alpha ①ーーAdapt Jewel 1
MailRey Sandmail Alpha①①ーPhysique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
VambracesG. Fulgur Vambraces Alpha ①ーーPhysique Jewel 1
CoilArkvulcan Coil Beta①①ー-
GreavesUdra Miregreaves Beta③①ー-
TalismanExploiter Charm II--
Active Skills
Weakness Exploit Lv5Maximum Might Lv3
Focus Lv3Constitution Lv3
Agitator Lv2Critical Draw Lv2
Burst Lv1Stamina Surge Lv1
Recovery Speed Lv1Windproof Lv1
Critical Status Lv1Adaptability Lv1

Paralysis general-purpose equipment that uses only 1 Decoration slot that can be melded immediately post-game. Affinity is 95% with Weakness Exploit and Maximum Might, and is at 100% with Agitator. If you have Flight Jewel, prioritize using that.

Insect Glaive's Low Rank Builds (HR1-8)

Use Ebony Odogaron from Chapter 3

Weapon nameSharpness
Insect Glaive Icon Chthonian Vajra I
AttackElementCriticalDefense
434Dragon 16010%0
Weapon SkillFocus Lv2
Kinsect Lv3
KinsectsGaruhel

Insect Glaive's recommended early weapon is Chthonian Vajra I, which can be made in Chapter 3. Charge Attack is used frequently, so it goes well with the skill Focus Lv2.

Switch to G. Ebony Odogaron Armor in Chapter 3

NameSkill
HelmG. Ebony HelmBurst Lv1
MailG. Ebony MailBleeding Resistance Lv1
VambracesG. Ebony BracesBurst Lv1
CoilG. Ebony CoilBurst Lv1
Bleeding Resistance Lv1
GreavesAjarakan GreavesBlast Resistance Lv1
Partbreaker Lv1
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (4 Piece)Guardian's Pulse (3 Piece)
Burst Lv3Bleeding Resistance Lv2
Critical Status Lv2Blast Resistance Lv1
Partbreaker Lv1Poison Duration Up Lv1

The recommended equipment for early game is the "Guardian Ebony Equipment" that can be created in Chapter 3. Burst, which enhances your attack as you continue to hit the monster, is easy to maintain letting you increase your damage output.

Best Low Rank Build Per Weapon

Insect Glaive's Best Skills

Weapon SkillsArmor Skills

Recommended Weapon Skills

Skill nameEffect
AirborneRating: ★★★
Jump Attacks will be strengthened.
Critical BoostRating: ★★★
Increases the damage of critical attacks
Attack BoostRating: ★★★
Increase the player's Attack.
FocusRating: ★★
Charge attacks charge faster, making it easier to charge gauges for Long Sword, Dual Blades, Gunlances, Switch Axe, Sword and Shield, Bows, and Bowguns.
HandicraftRating: ★★
Weapon Sharpness becomes longer. However, the length will not exceed the Sharpness limit.
Power ProlongerRating: ・・
Increases the duration of the enhanced state that occurs with Long Sword, Dual Blades, Switch Axe, Sword and Shield, and Insect Glaive.

Recommended Armor Skills

Skill nameEffect
Weakness ExploitRating: ★★★
When attacking a monster, if the attack is quite effective on that part, Affinity will increase.
Maximum MightRating: ★★★
If the Stamina gauge remains full for a while, Affinity will increase.
AgitatorRating: ★★★
When a large monster in battle becomes angry, its Attack and Affinity will increase.
BurstRating: ★★★
By continuing to attack, the Attack and Element values ​​will gradually increase.
Gore Magala's Tyranny
(Gore Magala Set)
Rating: ★★★
When facing a large monster, you will be infected with Frenzy.
Lord's SoulRecommendation Rating: ★★★
Reduces fatal damage once. Before activation, Attack increases and Defense decreases. After activation, Defense and resistance increase.
Fulgur Anjanath's Will
(Guardian Fulgur Set)
Rating: ★★
Obtain an additional Stamina gauge.
EarplugsRating: ★★
Has resistance to Roar from large monsters.
ConstitutionRating: ★★
Stamina consumption of fixed Stamina consumption actions such as Evade will be reduced.
Zoh Shia's Pulse
(Zoh Shia Set)
Rating: ・・
Allows the Health Gauge to continue to slowly recover up to the max value, even if there is no red portion.
Fulgur Anjanath's Will
(Guardian Fulgur Set)
Rating: ・・
Grants an additional Stamina Gauge.
Evade WindowRating: ・・
Temporarily invulnerable during Evade becomes longer

Recommended skills for Monster Hunter Wilds' Insect Glaive include "Focus" and "Weakness Exploit". Airborne increases the firepower of the powerful move Rising Spiral Slash, so be sure to prioritize that.

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