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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Table of Contents
Light Bowgun's Best Builds
| Recommended Best Equipment | Ratings |
|---|---|
| ▼4 Element's Rapid Fire Light Bowgun | ★★★★★ |
| ▼ General-purpose Piercing Rapid Fire Light Bowgun (HR40+) | ★★★★・ |
4 Element's Rapid Fire Light Bowgun
| Weapon | Mods | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Animilater(Artian) | Element Ammo Powder Rapid Fire Magazine | ||||
| Attack | Affinity | Defense | |||
| 286 | 5% | 0 | |||
| Decoration | Blaze-Focus Jewel 3 Opener-Precise Jewel 3 Salvo Jewel 3 | ||||
| Special Ammo | Wyvernblast | ||||
| Element Type | Fire Element Type x3 | ||||
| Production | Attack Infusion x3 | ||||
| Reinforcement | Attack Boost x3 Capacity Boost x2 | ||||
| Armor | Slot | Decoration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head | Gore Helm β | ③①ー | Challenger Jewel 3 Sane Jewel 1 |
| Chest | Gore Mail β | ③①ー | Chain Jewel 3 Sane Jewel 1 |
| Arms | Gore Vambraces β | ②②ー | Jumping Jewel 2 Jumping Jewel 2 |
| Waist | Gore Coil β | ③②ー | Counterattack Jewel 3 Adapt Jewel 1 |
| Legs | Dahaad Shardgreaves β | ②ーー | Phoenix Jewel 2 |
| Talisman | Challenger Charm II | - | - |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
This is the strongest recommendable Light Bowgun build for each element which employs the Artian Weapon "Animalater". Production and Reinforcement bonuses are inclined towards Attack so that you can deal consistent damage without relying on critical hits. You can consider opting for a Reinforcement Bonus that increases Affinity instead, but Elemental Ammo originally only has 4 shots so you at least want to get the Capacity Boost x2.
| Weapon | Mods | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animilater (Artian) | Element Ammo Powder Rapid Fire Magazine | ||||
| Attack | Affinity | Defense | |||
| 286 | 5% | 0 | |||
| Decoration | Stream-Focus Jewel 3 Opener-Precise Jewel 3 Salvo Jewel 3 | ||||
| Special Ammo | Wyvernblast | ||||
| Element Type | Water Element Type x3 | ||||
| Production | Attack Infusion x3 | ||||
| Reinforcement | Attack Boost x3 Capacity Boost x2 | ||||
| Armor | Slot | Decoration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head | Gore Helm β | ③①ー | Challenger Jewel 3 Sane Jewel 1 |
| Chest | Gore Mail β | ③①ー | Chain Jewel 3 Sane Jewel 1 |
| Arms | Gore Vambraces β | ②②ー | Jumping Jewel 2 Jumping Jewel 2 |
| Waist | Gore Coil β | ③②ー | Counterattack Jewel 3 Adapt Jewel 1 |
| Legs | Dahaad Shardgreaves β | ②ーー | Phoenix Jewel 2 |
| Talisman | Challenger Charm II | - | - |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
This is the strongest recommendable Light Bowgun build for each element which employs the Artian Weapon "Animalater". Production and Reinforcement bonuses are inclined towards Attack so that you can deal consistent damage without relying on critical hits. You can consider opting for a Reinforcement Bonus that increases Affinity instead, but Elemental Ammo originally only has 4 shots so you at least want to get the Capacity Boost x2.
| Weapon | Mods | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animilater (Artian) | Element Ammo Powder Rapid Fire Magazine | ||||
| Attack | Affinity | Defense | |||
| 286 | 5% | 0 | |||
| Decoration | Bolt-Focus Jewel 3 Opener-Precise Jewel 3 Salvo Jewel 3 | ||||
| Special Ammo | Wyvernblast | ||||
| Element Type | Thunder Element Type x3 | ||||
| Production | Attack Infusion x3 | ||||
| Reinforcement | Attack Boost x3 Capacity Boost x2 | ||||
| Armor | Slot | Decoration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head | Gore Helm β | ③①ー | Challenger Jewel 3 Sane Jewel 1 |
| Chest | Gore Mail β | ③①ー | Chain Jewel 3 Sane Jewel 1 |
| Arms | Gore Vambraces β | ②②ー | Jumping Jewel 2 Jumping Jewel 2 |
| Waist | Gore Coil β | ③②ー | Counterattack Jewel 3 Adapt Jewel 1 |
| Legs | Dahaad Shardgreaves β | ②ーー | Phoenix Jewel 2 |
| Talisman | Challenger Charm II | - | - |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
This is the strongest recommendable Light Bowgun build for each element which employs the Artian Weapon "Animalater". Production and Reinforcement bonuses are inclined towards Attack so that you can deal consistent damage without relying on critical hits. You can consider opting for a Reinforcement Bonus that increases Affinity instead, but Elemental Ammo originally only has 4 shots so you at least want to get the Capacity Boost x2.
| Weapon | Mods | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animilater (Artian) | Element Ammo Powder Rapid Fire Magazine | ||||
| Attack | Affinity | Defense | |||
| 286 | 5% | 0 | |||
| Decoration | Frost-Focus Jewel 3 Opener-Precise Jewel 3 Salvo Jewel 3 | ||||
| Special Ammo | Wyvernblast | ||||
| Element Type | Ice Element Type x3 | ||||
| Production | Attack Infusion x3 | ||||
| Reinforcement | Attack Boost x3 Capacity Boost x2 | ||||
| Armor | Slot | Decoration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head | Gore Helm β | ③①ー | Challenger Jewel 3 Sane Jewel 1 |
| Chest | Gore Mail β | ③①ー | Chain Jewel 3 Sane Jewel 1 |
| Arms | Gore Vambraces β | ②②ー | Jumping Jewel 2 Jumping Jewel 2 |
| Waist | Gore Coil β | ③②ー | Counterattack Jewel 3 Adapt Jewel 1 |
| Legs | Dahaad Shardgreaves β | ②ーー | Phoenix Jewel 2 |
| Talisman | Challenger Charm II | - | - |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
This is the strongest recommendable Light Bowgun build for each element which employs the Artian Weapon "Animalater". Production and Reinforcement bonuses are inclined towards Attack so that you can deal consistent damage without relying on critical hits. You can consider opting for a Reinforcement Bonus that increases Affinity instead, but Elemental Ammo originally only has 4 shots so you at least want to get the Capacity Boost x2.
Piercing Rapid Fire Build (HR40+)
| Name | Mod | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Opener Jewel 1 | ||||
| Armor | Slot | Decoration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head | Gore Helm β | ③①ー | Tenderizer Jewel 2 Sane Jewel 1 |
| Chest | Gore Mail β | ③①ー | Tenderizer Jewel 2 Sane Jewel 1 |
| Arms | G. Arkveld Vambraces β | ①①① | Protection Jewel 1 Protection Jewel 1 Protection Jewel 1 |
| Waist | Gore Coil β | ③②ー | Tenderizer Jewel 3 Evasion Jewel 2 |
| Legs | Gore Greaves β | ③①① | Chain Jewel 3 Physique Jewel 1 Adapt Jewel 1 |
| Talisman | Challenger Charm II | - | - |
| Active Skills | |
|---|---|
The Light Bowgun's ideal setup for a Pierce Ammo Rapid Fire build is based on the "Szelatya Clairgun". Not only would clearing Frenzy increase your damage, but the two Evasion skills are there to help make dodging during fights more reliable. Wound hits would raise the maximum Affinity of this build, with various skills activated, to 75%. Pierce Ammo normally has a narrow Critical Distance, so you'd benefit from having "Ballistics" at Lv2 or higher while keeping "Burst" at Lv1 only.
Paralysis Ammo also Useful in Multiplayer
It can shoot not only Pierce Ammo but also Paralysis Ammo, so the ability to support others in multiplayer is also an advantage. Paralysis Ammo can be used to create additional attack opportunities by paralyzing the monster, such as when riding the monster or while it's stunned.
Best High Rank Builds (HR20-40)
| ▼Early High Rank | ▼Up to HR40 | ▼Right after HR40 |
Best Build for Early High Rank
| Name | 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.'
| Name | Skill | |
|---|---|---|
| Head | Hirabami Headdress α | |
| Chest | Rathalos Mail β | |
| Arms | Hirabami Vambraces α | |
| Waist | Rathalos Coil α | |
| Legs | Rathalos Greaves α | |
| Talisman | 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
| Name | 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.
| Name | Skill | |
|---|---|---|
| Head | G. Ebony Helm β | |
| Chest | Butterfly Thorax α | |
| Arms | G. Ebony Braces α | |
| Waist | G. Ebony Coil β | |
| Legs | G. Ebony Greaves β | |
| Talisman | 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 Name | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head | Gore Helm Beta | ③①ー | - |
| Torso | Gore Mail Beta | ③①ー | - |
| Arm | G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta | ①①① | Protection Jewel 1 Protection Jewel 1 Protection Jewel 1 |
| Waist | Gore Coil Beta | ③②ー | - |
| Legs | Gore Greaves Beta | ③①① | Adapt Jewel 1 |
| Talisman | 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
| Name | 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)
| Name | Skill | |
|---|---|---|
| Head | G. Ebony Helm | |
| Chest | Ajarakan Mail | |
| Arms | G. Ebony Braces | |
| Waist | G. Ebony Coil | |
| Legs | Balahara Greaves | |
| Talisman | 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. | |
| Various Ammo enhancements | Rating: ★★★ Increases the attack of various Ammo. |
| Each Element 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 Series) | 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. |
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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