Best Build and Armor Guide for Light Bowgun (LBG) for Monster Hunter Wilds (MH Wilds). Read about best armor and best weapon for light bowgun, recommended build, and best skills.
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Light Bowgun's Best Builds After Update
| Recommended Builds | Rating |
|---|---|
| ▼Pierce-Focused Build with Arch-Temp Rey Dau [New] | ★★★★★ |
| ▼4 Element Build with Arch-Temp Rey Dau [New] | ★★★★★ |
| ▼4 Element Build with 4-Piece Gore | ★★★★★ |
| ▼Pierce-Focused Build with 4-Piece Gore | ★★★★・ |
| ▼Pierce-Focused Recovery Build | ★★★・・ |
Following the update in Monster Hunter Wilds, the recommended Light Bowgun builds include 'Pierce-Focused' or '4 Element Light Bowguns with Arch-tempered Rey Dau' armor, as well as '4 Element builds with 4-piece Gore' armor.
Pierce-Focused Build with Arch-Temp Rey Dau
| Weapon | Mods | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Szelatya Clairgun | Pierce Ammo Magazine Rapid Fire Mod | ||||
| Attack | Affinity | Defense | |||
| 286 | 0% | 0 | |||
| Weapon Skill | |||||
| Special Ammo | Adhesive Ammo | ||||
| Decoration | Critical Jewel III 3 Precise Jewel II 2 Opener Jewel 1 | ||||
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
This is the best Pierce Light Bowgun Build using 1-piece Arch-tempered Rey Dau armor. Due to the narrow Critical Distance of Pierce Ammo, it is necessary to include Ballistics Lv2 or higher to maintain consistent damage output. The Arch-tempered Rey Dau Arms grant Evade Extender Lv2 and Earplugs Lv2, improving mobility and resistance to roar interruptions. Under the right conditions, this build can achieve up to 90% Affinity, maximizing critical hit rate.
| Weapon | Mods | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Szelatya Clairgun | Pierce Ammo Magazine Rapid Fire Mod | ||||
| Attack | Affinity | Defense | |||
| 286 | 0% | 0 | |||
| Weapon Skill | |||||
| Special Ammo | Adhesive Ammo | ||||
| Decoration | Critical Jewel III 3 Precise Jewel II 2 Opener Jewel 1 | ||||
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
This is a Pierce Light Bowgun Build that uses 3-piece of Arch-tempered Rey Dau armor. By activating Lord's Soul, you gain a constant Attack Up effect and the ability to withstand a single instance of heavy damage, making this skill particularly valuable for high-difficulty quests.
4 Element Build with Arch-Temp Rey Dau
*Dragon Element is not listed due to low practicality.
| Weapon | Mods | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animilater (Artian) | Element Ammo Powder Pierce Ammo Magazine | ||||
| Attack | Affinity | Defense | |||
| 286 | 5% | 0 | |||
| Decoration | Crit Elem-Blaze Jewel 3 Opener-Blaze Jewel 3 Focus-Blaze Jewel 3 | ||||
| Special Ammo | Adhesive Ammo | ||||
| Element Type | Fire Element Type x3 | ||||
| Production | Attack Infusion x3 | ||||
| Reinforcement | Attack Boost x3 Capacity Boost x2 | ||||
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
| Weapon | Mods | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animilater (Artian) | Element Ammo Powder Pierce Ammo Magazine | ||||
| Attack | Affinity | Defense | |||
| 286 | 5% | 0 | |||
| Decoration | Crit Elem-Stream Jewel 3 Opener-Stream Jewel 3 Focus-Stream Jewel 3 | ||||
| Special Ammo | Adhesive Ammo | ||||
| Element Type | Water Element Type x3 | ||||
| Production | Attack Infusion x3 | ||||
| Reinforcement | Attack Boost x3 Capacity Boost x2 | ||||
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
| Weapon | Mods | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animilater (Artian) | Element Ammo Powder Pierce Ammo Magazine | ||||
| Attack | Affinity | Defense | |||
| 286 | 5% | 0 | |||
| Decoration | Crit Elem-Bolt Jewel 3 Opener-Bolt Jewel 3 Focus-Bolt Jewel 3 | ||||
| Special Ammo | Adhesive Ammo | ||||
| Element Type | Thunder Element Type x3 | ||||
| Production | Attack Infusion x3 | ||||
| Reinforcement | Attack Boost x3 Capacity Boost x2 | ||||
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
| Weapon | Mods | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animilater (Artian) | Element Ammo Powder Pierce Ammo Magazine | ||||
| Attack | Affinity | Defense | |||
| 286 | 5% | 0 | |||
| Decoration | Crit Elem-Frost Jewel 3 Opener/Frost Jewel 3 Focus-Frost Jewel 3 | ||||
| Special Ammo | Adhesive Ammo | ||||
| Element Type | Ice Element Type x3 | ||||
| Production | Attack Infusion x3 | ||||
| Reinforcement | Attack Boost x3 Capacity Boost x2 | ||||
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
This is a highly recommended 4 Element Light Bowgun build using Arch-tempered Rey Dau armor. It focuses on 'Rapid Fire' rather than 'Burst Step' to maintain affinity via Maximum Might. In addition to providing constant Attack Up and letting you survive one instance of heavy damage through Lord's Soul, the build can also reach up to 100% Affinity when conditions like overcoming Frenzy are met.
4 Element Build with 4-Piece Gore
*Dragon Element is not listed due to low practicality.
| Weapon | Mods | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animilater (Artian) | Element Ammo Powder Rapid Fire Magazine | ||||
| Attack | Affinity | Defense | |||
| 286 | 5% | 0 | |||
| Decoration | Crit Elem-Blaze Jewel 3 Opener-Blaze Jewel 3 Focus-Blaze Jewel 3 | ||||
| Special Ammo | Adhesive Ammo | ||||
| Element Type | Fire Element ×3 | ||||
| Production | Attack Infusion ×3 | ||||
| Reinforcement | Attack Boost ×3 Capacity Boost ×2 | ||||
| Ammo | Slot | Decoration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gore Helm α | ②ーー | Phoenix Jewel 2 |
| Gore Mail β | ③①ー | Challenger Jewel 3 Physique Jewel 1 |
| Gore Vambraces β | ②②ー | Mighty Jewel 2 Mighty Jewel 2 |
| Numinous Overlay β | ②ーー | Mighty Jewel 2 |
| Gore Greaves β | ③①① | Chain Jewel 3 Sane Jewel 1 Sane Jewel 1 |
| Challenger Charm II | - | - |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
| Weapon | Mods | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animilater (Artian) | Element Ammo Powder Rapid Fire Magazine | ||||
| Attack | Affinity | Defense | |||
| 270 | 4% | 0 | |||
| Decoration | Crit Elem-Stream Jewel 3 Opener-Stream Jewel 3 Focus-Stream Jewel 3 | ||||
| Special Ammo | Adhesive Ammo | ||||
| Element Type | Water Element ×3 | ||||
| Production | Attack Infusion ×3 | ||||
| Reinforcement | Attack Boost ×3 Capacity Boost ×2 | ||||
| Ammo | Slot | Decoration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gore Helm α | ②ーー | Phoenix Jewel 2 |
| Gore Mail β | ③①ー | Challenger Jewel 3 Physique Jewel 1 |
| Gore Vambraces β | ②②ー | Mighty Jewel 2 Mighty Jewel 2 |
| Numinous Overlay β | ②ーー | Mighty Jewel 2 |
| Gore Greaves β | ③①① | Chain Jewel 3 Sane Jewel 1 Sane Jewel 1 |
| Challenger Charm II | - | - |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
| Weapon | Mods | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animilater (Artian) | Element Ammo Powder Rapid Fire Magazine | ||||
| Attack | Affinity | Defense | |||
| 286 | 5% | 0 | |||
| Decoration | Crit Elem-Bolt Jewel 3 Opener-Bolt Jewel 3 Focus-Bolt Jewel 3 | ||||
| Special Ammo | Adhesive Ammo | ||||
| Element Type | Thunder Element ×3 | ||||
| Production | Attack Infusion ×3 | ||||
| Reinforcement | Attack Boost ×3 Capacity Boost ×2 | ||||
| Ammo | Slot | Decoration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gore Helm α | ②ーー | Phoenix Jewel 2 |
| Gore Mail β | ③①ー | Challenger Jewel 3 Physique Jewel 1 |
| Gore Vambraces β | ②②ー | Mighty Jewel 2 Mighty Jewel 2 |
| Numinous Overlay β | ②ーー | Mighty Jewel 2 |
| Gore Greaves β | ③①① | Chain Jewel 3 Sane Jewel 1 Sane Jewel 1 |
| Challenger Charm II | - | - |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
| Weapon | Mods | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animilater (Artian) | Element Ammo Powder Rapid Fire Magazine | ||||
| Attack | Affinity | Defense | |||
| 286 | 5% | 0 | |||
| Decoration | Crit Elem-Frost Jewel 3 Opener-Frost Jewel 3 Frost-Focus Jewel 3 | ||||
| Special Ammo | Adhesive Ammo | ||||
| Element Type | Ice Element Type ×3 | ||||
| Production | Attack Infusion ×3 | ||||
| Reinforcement | Attack Boost ×3 Capacity Boost ×2 | ||||
| Ammo | Slot | Decoration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gore Helm α | ②ーー | Phoenix Jewel 2 |
| Gore Mail β | ③①ー | Challenger Jewel 3 Physique Jewel 1 |
| Gore Vambraces β | ②②ー | Mighty Jewel 2 Mighty Jewel 2 |
| Numinous Overlay β | ②ーー | Mighty Jewel 2 |
| Gore Greaves β | ③①① | Chain Jewel 3 Sane Jewel 1 Sane Jewel 1 |
| Challenger Charm II | - | - |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
The strongest recommended equipment for each element for the Light Bowgun after the update is a setup that uses both the Zoh Shia waist piece and 4 pieces of the Gore Magala Armor. Use Rapid Fire over Burst Step to achieve critical hits with Maximum Might. In addition to having increased Attack thanks to Black Eclipse II, you can also expect a maximum possible Affinity of 75% or more with this build. Changing Coalescence and Maximum Might to Evade Extender and Earplugs is a viable choice if you don't particularly need the former skills.
Pierce-Focused Build with 4-Piece Gore
| Weapon | Mods | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Szelatya Clairgun | Pierce Ammo Magazine Rapid Fire Mod | ||||
| Attack | Affinity | Defense | |||
| 286 | 0% | 0 | |||
| Weapon Skills | | ||||
| Special Ammo | Adhesive Ammo | ||||
| Decoration | Pierce Jewel 3 Precise Jewel II 2 Precise Jewel 1 | ||||
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
This is a Pierce-focus Light Bowgun build that uses the Zoh Shia chest piece and 4 Gore Magala armor pieces following the recent title update. Expect to see an increase in Attack and Affinity after overcoming Frenzy with the addition of activating "Agitator" and "Weakness Exploit". In Monster Hunter Wilds, the Light Bowgun's Pierce Ammo Critical Distance is noticeably narrow, so prioritize "Ballistics" Lv3 as a weapon decoration (but if you are skilled enough to be comfortable with just Lv2, give 1 slot to Opener Jewel 1). You can opt to change the 2-slot "Evade Extender" to "Earplugs" or "Ambush".
| Weapon | Mods | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Szelatya Clairgun | Pierce Ammo Magazine Rapid Fire Mod | ||||
| Attack | Affinity | Defense | |||
| 286 | 0% | 0 | |||
| Weapon Skills | | ||||
| Special Ammo | Adhesive Ammo | ||||
| Decoration | Focus-Precise Jewel 3 Precise Jewel II 2 Opener Jewel 1 | ||||
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
This is a Pierce-focus Light Bowgun build that that focuses on comfort over damage. In order to improve Rapid Fire's Gauge Recover efficiency and Pierce Ammo's Critical Distance, "Focus" and "Ballistics" are increased to Lv3."Evade Extender" Lv3 and "Earplugs" Lv2 allows you to comfortably fight against most monsters. One slot in the arm piece can be filled with your decoration of choice.
Paralysis Ammo For Multiplayer
You can also use Paralysis Ammo so this build is also great for multiplayer. The basic strategy with the Paralysis Ammo is to use it when the monster is down or stunned to create additional opportunities to deal damage.
Pierce-Focused Recovery Build
| Weapon | Mods | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Szelatya Clairgun | Pierce Ammo Magazine Rapid Fire Mods | ||||
| Attack | Affinity | Defense | |||
| 286 | 0% | 0 | |||
| Weapon Skills | | ||||
| Special Ammo | Adhesive Ammo | ||||
| Decoration | Focus-Precise Jewel 3 Precise Jewel II 2 Opener Jewel 1 | ||||
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
This is a Recovery-focused Pierce build for the Light Bowgun that revolves around the Zoh Shia's armor set's skill "Super Recovery". Although the build is centered around Recovery, you can still expect sufficient damage output with "Agitator" and "Weakness Exploit". The inclusion of "Evade Extender" Lv3 and "Earplugs" Lv3 makes it even easier to deal with any monster comfortably.
Best High Rank Builds (HR20-40)
| ▼ Early High Rank | ▼ Up to HR40 | ▼ Right after HR40 |
Best Build for Early High Rank
Rey Szelatya II is Recommended
| Weapon | Mods | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rey Szelatya II | Pierce Ammo Magazine Rapid Fire Mod | ||||
| Attack | Affinity | Defense | |||
| 221 | 0% | 0 | |||
| Weapon Skills | |||||
| Special Ammo | Adhesive Ammo | ||||
The recommended weapon for early High Rank for the Light Bowgun is Rey Szelatya II. With this you can use 'Pierce Ammo Lv3' and 'Thunder Ammo Lv2. You can also increase the Reload Speed and Ammo Damage with 'Opening Shot.' Upgrades can be made by hunting 'Rathian.'
Use Rathalos Armor
| Armor | Skill | |
|---|---|---|
| Hirabami Headdress α | |
| Rathalos Mail β | |
| Hirabami Vambraces α | |
| Rathalos Coil α | |
| Rathalos Greaves α | |
| Leaping Charm I |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
The recommended equipment in the early stages of High Rank for the Light Bowgun is the Rathalos Equipment. With Evade-related skills, it becomes easier to maneuver, and when Evade is successful, you can expect a temporary Fire Power boost with 'Adrenaline Rush.'
Best Build for Up to HR40
Rey Dau Light Bowgun is Recommended
| Weapon | Mod | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rey Szelatya III | Pierce Ammo Magazine Rapid Fire Mod | ||||
| Attack | Affinity | Defense | |||
| 260 | 0% | 0 | |||
| Weapon Skills | |||||
| Special Ammo | Adhesive Ammo | ||||
The recommended weapon for the Light Bowgun up to HR40 is 'Rey Szelatya III.' With 'Opening Shot' at Lv2, Reload Speed and Fire Power will increase. At HR35, hunt the High Rank 'Rey Dau' to upgrade it.
Use Ebony Odogaron Armor
| Armor | Skill | |
|---|---|---|
| G. Ebony Helm β | |
| Butterfly Thorax α | |
| G. Ebony Braces α | |
| G. Ebony Coil β | |
| G. Ebony Greaves β | |
| Leaping Charm I |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
From HR20 onwards, it is recommended to update your equipment to the Odogaron α Equipment, as you can fight the High Rank 'Guardian Ebody' in the Ruins of Wysteria. By maintaining a continuous attack, you can expect a fire power increase with 'Burst,' and 'Evade Extender' also makes maneuvering easier.
Best Build Right After HR40
| Weapon | Mods | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Szelatya Clairgun | Pierce Ammo Magazine Rapid Fire Efficiency Mods | ||||
| Attack | Critical | Defense | |||
| 286 | 0% | 0 | |||
| Weapon Skill | |||||
| Special Ammo | Crimp Dragon Ammo | ||||
| Decoration | Precise Jewel 1 Precise Jewel 1 Opener Jewel 1 | ||||
| Armor | Slot | Decoration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gore Helm β | ③①ー | - |
| Gore Mail β | ③①ー | - |
| G. Arkveld Vambraces β | ①①① | Protection Jewel 1 Protection Jewel 1 Protection Jewel 1 |
| Gore Coil β | ③②ー | - |
| Gore Greaves β | ③①① | Adapt Jewel 1 |
| Leaping Charm III | - | - |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
Recommended equipment just after HR40 is equipment based on the weapon "Szelatya Clairgun". Not only can you expect to increase your fire power by overcoming Frenzy, but you can also use the two types of Evade skills to stably fight without being affected by Ammo. For Decorations use Opening Shot, Ballistics, Pierce Ammo Enhanced, Antivirus, etc. if available.
Light Bowgun's Low Rank Builds (HR1-8)
Upgrade Chain Blitz
| Weapon | Mods | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chain Blitz I | Pierce Ammo Magazine Pierce Ammo Magazine | ||||
| Attack | Affinity | Defense | |||
| 156 | 0% | 0 | |||
| Weapon Skill | |||||
| Special Ammo | Wyvernblast | ||||
The recommended low rank Light Bowgun weapon is 'Chain Blitz I,' which can be crafted from Chapter 1. With Mods, Pierce Ammo can be coated up to 6 rounds, allowing you to boost firepower on the 4th and 6th shots with 'Tetrad Shot.' Additionally, it can be upgraded midway through Chapter 3, making it usable until the early stages of High Rank.
Best Armor is Odogaron Set (In Chapter 3)
| Armor | Skill | |
|---|---|---|
| G. Ebony Helm | |
| Ajarakan Mail | |
| G. Ebony Braces | |
| G. Ebony Coil | |
| Balahara Greaves | |
| Leaping Charm I |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
The recommended early-game Light Bowgun equipment is centered around the 'Guardian Ebony Odogaron Set,' which can be crafted in Chapter 3. It enhances firepower with 'Burst', boosts Focus Blast damage with 'Partbreaker', and improves mobility with 'Evade Extender', making it well-suited for Rapid Fire Mode.
Best Low Rank Build Per WeaponLight Bowgun's Best Skills
| ▼ Weapon Skill | ▼ Armor Skill |
Recommended Weapon Skills
| Skill name | Effect |
|---|---|
| Rating: ★★★ Bowgun's Reload Speed increases.The power of Ammo increases when reloading to the maximum. | |
| Rating: ★★★ Enhance Light Bowgun's Rapid Fire. | |
| Ammo Enhancements | Rating: ★★★ Increases the attack of various Ammo. |
| Elemental Attack Enhancement | Rating: ★★★ Strengthens the power of each element. |
| Rating: ★★★ When a critical hit occurs with an attack, the element damage (fire, water, lightning, ice, dragon) dealt will be increased. | |
| Rating: ★★・ Ammo reloaded to Bowgun or R to Bow The Affinity of the 4th and subsequent shots of reload and the Attack of the 4th and 6th shots increase. | |
| Rating: ★★・ Charge attacks charge faster, making it easier to charge gauges for Long Sword, Dual Blades, Gunlance, Switch Axe, Sword and Shield, Bows, and Bowguns. | |
| Rating: ★★・ Ammo・The distance at which arrows reach their maximum power is increased. | |
| Rating: ★★・ Increases the damage of critical attacks. | |
| Rating: ★・・ Increases the power of Bowgun's Special Ammo and Bow's Dragon Piercer, Thousand Dragons, and Tracer. |
Recommended weapon skills for Light Bowgun in Monster Hunter Wilds are Opening Shot, Rapid Fire Up, Various Ammo Enhancements, Each Element Attack Enhancement, and Critical Element. Prioritize things that increase Ammo's Reload Speed and Ammo's power.
Recommended Armor Skills
| Rating: ★★★ When attacking a monster, if the attack is quite effective on that part, Affinity will increase. | |
| Rating: ★★★ When a large monster in battle becomes angry, its Attack and Affinity will increase. | |
| Rating: ★★★ The distance traveled during Evade will be longer. | |
(Gore Magala Set) | Rating: ★★★ When facing a large monster, you will be infected with Frenzy. When using 4-part equipment, the Attack increases when infected, and Attack increases even more when overcome. |
| Rating: ★★・ When infected with the Mad Dragon virus, it becomes easier to overcome Frenzy, and the Affinity of the overcome state increases. | |
| Rating: ★★・ Temporarily invulnerable during Evade becomes longer. | |
| Rating: ★★・ By continuing to attack, the Attack and Element values will gradually increase. | |
| Rating: ★・・ Attack increases when Health is at maximum. | |
(Zoh Shia Set) | Rating: ★・・ Automatically recovers health to maximum value even if there is no red health gauge in your HP bar. |
Recommended armor skills for Light Bowgun in Monster Hunter Wilds are "Weakness Exploit", "Agitator", "Evade Extender", and "Gore Magala's Tyranny". In particular, "Evade Extender" improves your movement so remember to prioritize that.
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