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Best Build and Armor for Light Bowgun (LBG)

Best Build and Armor for Light Bowgun (LBG)

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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 - Best Artian Build

General Purpose Normal Ammo and Rapid Fire Build

Weapon NameMods
Light Bowgun Icon AnimilaterNormal Ammo Powder
Normal Ammo Magazine
AttackAffinityDefense
2475%0
DecorationForceshot Jewel 3
Salvo Jewel 3
Opener-Precise Jewel 3
Special AmmoAdhesive Ammo
Element TypeParalysis Element Type x3
ProductionAttack Infusion x3
ReinforcementAttack Boost x3
Capacity Boost x2

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

Ammo Data
Ammo
Lv
Capacity
Rapid Fire
Normal Ammo
Lv3
5
Pierce Ammo
Lv2
4
-
Spread Ammo
Lv2
4
-
Paralysis Ammo
Lv2
6
Thunder Ammo
Lv2
5
Tranq Ammo
Lv1
6
-
Armor NameSlotDecoration
HeadGore Helm β③①ーTenderizer Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
ChestGore Mail β③①ーTenderizer Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
ArmsGore Vambraces β②②ーJumping Jewel 2
Jumping Jewel 2
WaistGore Coil α③①ーTenderizer Jewel 3
Adapt Jewel 1
LegsDahaad Shardgreaves β②ーーJumping Jewel 2
TalismanExploiter Charm II--
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 parts)Scale Layering (3 parts)
Weakness Exploit Lv5Evade Window Lv4
Constitution Lv3Antivirus Lv3
Opening Shot Lv3Evade Extender Lv3
Agitator Lv2Coalescence Lv1
Normal Shots Lv1Rapid Fire Up Lv1
Adaptability Lv1Ballistics Lv1

Since the original capacity for Normal Ammo is only two (2) shots, Capacity Enhancement is needed. While the damage is weaker than Faithbreak Leibolkule, Animilater is able to use Paralysis Ammo for crowd control, making it great for multiplayer.

Light Bowgun - Best Endgame Build

Szelatya Clairgun is Recommended

NameMods
Light Bowgun Icon Szelatya ClairgunPierce Ammo Magazinee
Rapid Fire Mod
AttackAffinityDefense
2860%0
Weapon SkillsOpening ShotLv2
SluggerLv1
Special AmmoAdhesive Ammo
DecorationOpener Jewel 1
Precise Jewel 1
Precise Jewel 1
Ammo Data
Ammo
Lv
Capacity
Rapid Fire
Normal Ammo
Lv1
5
-
Pierce Ammo
Lv3
4
Spread Ammo
Lv1
4
-
Sticky Ammo
Lv1
1
-
Paralysis Ammo
Lv2
3
-
Thunder Ammo
Lv2
4
Tranq Ammo
Lv1
4
-
NameSlotDecoration
HeadGore Helm α③①ーGrowth Jewel 1
ChestGore Mail α③②ー-
ArmsG. Arkveld Vambraces β①①①-
WaistGore Coil α①①ー-
LegsGore Greaves β③①①-
TalismanLeaping Charm III--
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece)Scaling Prowess (3 Piece)
Evade Window Lv4Antivirus Lv3
Evade Extender Lv3Opening ShotLv3
Weakness Exploit Lv2Constitution Lv2
Ballistics Lv2Coalescence Lv1
Flinch Free Lv1Self-Improvement Lv1
Slugger Lv1

The recommended weapon for endgame with the Light Bowgun is the 'Szelatya Clairgun.' For armor, the 'Gore Magala Equipment' can help overcome Frenzied Dragon disease, which boosts Attack and Affinity. Decorations like 'Opening Shot,' 'Ballistics,' and 'Weakness Exploit' should be added if available.

Light Bowgun - Best High Rank Build

▼ High Rank (Up to HR40)▼ Early High Rank (From Ch. 4)

Light Bowgun - Recommended Best Build Up to HR40

Rey Szelatya III is Recommended

NameMod
Light Bowgun Icon Rey Szelatya IIIPierce Ammo Magazine
Rapid Fire Mod
AttackAffinityDefense
2600%0
Weapon SkillsOpening ShotLv2
SluggerLv1
Special AmmoAdhesive Ammo
Ammo Data
Ammo
Lv
Capacity
Rapid Fire
Normal Ammo
Lv1
5
-
Pierce Ammo
Lv3
4
Spread Ammo
Lv1
4
-
Sticky Ammo
Lv1
1
-
Thunder Ammo
Lv2
4
Paralysis Ammo
Lv2
3
-
Tranq Ammo
Lv1
4
-

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.

Guardian Ebony Odogaron is Recommended

NameSkill
HeadG. Ebony Helm βBurstLv2
ChestButterfly Thorax αConstitutionLv1
Evade WindowLv1
Evade ExtenderLv1
ArmsG. Ebony Braces αBurstLv2
Divine BlessingLv1
WaistG. Ebony Coil βBurstLv1
LegsG. Ebony Greaves βEarplugsLv1
Divine BlessingLv1
TalismanLeaping Charm IEvade ExtenderLv1
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power(4 Piece)Guardian's Protection(3 Piece)
BurstLv5Divine BlessingLv2
Evade ExtenderLv2ConstitutionLv1
EarplugsLv1Evade WindowLv1

From HR20 onwards, it is recommended to update your equipment to one based on 'Odogaron α Equipment,' as you can fight the High Rank 'Guardian Ebody' in the Ruins of Wyveria. By maintaining a continuous attack, you can expect a fire power increase with 'Burst,' and 'Evade Extender' also makes maneuvering easier.

Light Bowgun - Best Build for Early High Rank

Rey Szelatya II is Recommended

NameMods
Light Bowgun Icon Rey Szelatya IIPierce Ammo Magazine
Rapid Fire Mod
AttackAffinityDefense
2210%0
Weapon SkillsOpening ShotLv1
SluggerLv1
Special AmmoAdhesive Ammo
Ammo Data
Ammo
Lv
Capacity
Rapid Fire
Normal Ammo
Lv1
5
-
Pierce Ammo
Lv3
4
Spread Ammo
Lv1
4
-
Sticky Ammo
Lv1
1
-
Paralysis Ammo
Lv2
3
-
Thunder Ammo
Lv2
4
Tranq Ammo
Lv1
4
-

The recommended weapon for early High Rank with the Light Bowgun is 'Rey Szelatya II.' With 'Pierce Ammo Lv3' and 'Thunder Ammo Lv2 Rapid Fire Ammo,' you can increase Reload Speed and Ammo Damage with the effect of 'Opening Shot.' Upgrades can be done by hunting 'Rathian.'

Rathalos Armor Set is Recommended

NameSkill
HeadHirabami Headdress αEvade WindowLv1
Evade ExtenderLv1
ChestRathalos Mail βAdrenaline RushLv2
ArmsHirabami Vambraces αEvade WindowLv1
Peak PerformanceLv1
WaistRathalos Coil αAdrenaline RushLv2
Evade WindowLv1
LegsRathalos Greaves αEvade WindowLv2
Adrenaline RushLv1
TalismanLeaping Charm IEvade ExtenderLv1
Active Skills
Rathalos's Flare(2 Piece)Scaling Prowess(3 Piece)
Evade WindowLv5Adrenaline RushLv5
Evade ExtenderLv2Peak PerformanceLv1

The recommended equipment for the early stages of High Rank with the Light Bowgun is '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.'

Light Bowgun - Best Low Rank Build

Chain Blitz is Recommended

NameMods
Light Bowgun Icon Chain BlitzPierce Ammo Magazine
Rapid Fire Magazine
AttackAffinityDefense
1560%0
Weapon SkillsTetrad ShotLv1
Special AmmoWyvernblast
Ammo Data
Ammo
Lv
Capacity
Rapid Fire
Normal Ammo
Lv1
4
Pierce Ammo
Lv2
5
Spread Ammo
Lv1
3
-
Paralysis Ammo
Lv1
2
-
Freeze Ammo
Lv1
5
-
Armor Ammo
Lv1
1
-
Tranq Ammo
Lv1
4
-

The recommended early-game weapon for the Light Bowgun is 'Chain Blitz I,' which can be crafted from Chapter 1. With Mods, during Rapid Fire Mode, Pierce Ammo can be reloaded up to 6 shots, allowing you to aim for Fire Power increases on the 4th and 6th shots during Rapid Fire with 'Tetrad Shot.' Additionally, it can be upgraded midway through Chapter 3, making it usable until the early stages of High Rank.

Guardian Ebony Odogaron Set is Recommended for Low Rank

NameSkill
HeadG. Ebony HelmBurstLv1
ChestAjarakan MailPartbreakerLv1
ArmsG. Ebony BracesBurstLv1
WaistG. Ebony CoilBurstLv1
Bleeding ResistanceLv1
LegsBalahara GreavesEvade ExtenderLv1
TalismanLeaping Charm IEvade ExtenderLv1
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power(2 Piece)Guardian's Pulse(3 Piece)
BurstLv3Evade ExtenderLv2
PartbreakerLv1Bleeding ResistanceLv1

The recommended early-game or low rank armor for the Light Bowgun is an equipment set based on the 'Guardian Ebony Odogaron Equipment' that can be crafted in Chapter 3. It enhances Fire Power with 'Burst,' which works well with Rapid Fire Mode, increases Focus Blast damage with 'Partbreaker,' and makes maneuvering easier with 'Evade Extender.'

Recommended Skills for Light Bowgun

▼ Weapon Skills▼ Armor Skills

Recommended Weapon Skills

Skill NameEffect
Opening ShotRecommendation: ★★★
Increases the bowgun's reload speed and increases the power of bullets when fully loaded.
Tetrad ShotRecommendation: ★★★
Increases affinity of bowgun ammo/coatings from the fourth shot and attack of the fourth and sixth shots
Rapid Fire UpRecommendation: ★★★
Enhances Light Bowgun's Rapid Fire.
Ammo UpRecommendation: ★★★
Increases the attack of various ammo
BallisticsRecommendation: ★★
Extends the range in which ammo and arrows have maximum power.
Critical BoostRecommendation: ★★
Increases the damage of critical hits.
Special Ammo BoostRecommendation: ・ ・
Increases the power of the bowgun's special ammo, and the bow's Dragon Piercer, Thousand Dragons, and Tracer.
Attack BoostRecommendation: ・ ・
Increases attack power.

Opening Shot, Tetrad Shot, Rapid Fire Up and Ammo Up are the recommended weapon skills for Light Bowgun. Priotize skills that increase Ammo Reload Speed and Ammo Power.

Recommended Armor Skills

Skill NameEffect
Weakness ExploitRecommendation: ★★★
Increases the affinity of attacks that exploit a monster's weak points and wounds.
Evade ExtenderRecommendation: ★★★
Increases evade distance.
Evade WindowRecommendation: ★★
Extends the invulnerability period when evading.
AgitatorRecommendation: ★★
Increases attack power and affinity when large monsters become enraged.
PartbreakerRecommendation: ★★
Makes it easier to break large monster parts, and increases damage dealt when destroying a wound with a Focus Strike.
BurstRecommendation: ★★
Continuously landing hits gradually increases attack and elemental attack. (Amount increased depends on the weapon.)
Ebony Odogaron's PowerRecommendation: ・ ・
Activated by Armors that have the same set bonus skill or group skill.
Peak PerformanceRecommendation: ・ ・
Increases attack when your health is full.

Weakness Exploit and Evade Extender are the recommended armor skills for Light Bowgun. Evade Extender is for ease of maneuvering in battle so make sure to prioritize that.

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