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Best Build for Each Weapon guide for Monster Hunter Wilds (MH Wilds). Includes the list of the strongest armors, recommended equipments, skills for each weapon.

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Best Equipment for Great Sword

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General Purpose BuildFast Recovery BuildCritical Draw

General-Purpose Second Wind Build

WeaponSharpness
Great Sword Icon Varianza
(Artian)
AttackElementAffinityDefense
1104Sleep 2805%0
Decoration Focus-Handicraft Jewel 3
Guardian-Handicraft Jewel 3
Critical Jewel 3
Element Type Sleep Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x5
ArmorSlotDecoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Challenger Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Fulgur Vambraces Beta ②②ー Counter Jewel 2
Counter Jewel 2
Coil Arkvulcan Coil Beta ①①ー Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Greaves Dahaad Shardgreaves Beta ②ーー Counter Jewel 2
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Arkveld's Hunger (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Weakness Exploit Lv5
Maximum Might Lv3 Focus Lv3
Offensive Guard Lv3 Critical Boost Lv3
Counterstrike Lv3 Constitution Lv2
Handicraft Lv2 Recovery Speed Lv1

This is the Great Sword's recommended general-purpose build that employs the Sleep Element Artian weapon. If the conditions are right, the build's maximum affinity will be 100% once you hit a wound. The stamina gained from the second stamina gauge provided by "Second Wind" does not lose the "Maximum Might" effect even if this stamina is consumed. "Counterstrike" is also triggered when a blockable attack is deflected by a tackle, and "Offensive Guard" can be used to increase attack when guard is used.

Fast Recovery Build

WeaponSharpness
Great Sword IconVarianza
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
1104Sleep 2805%0
Decoration Focus-Handicraft Jewel 3
Guardian-Handicraft Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Element Type Sleep Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x5
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Arkveld Helm Beta ③①ー Challenger Jewel 3
Sheath Jewel 1
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Challenger Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Medicine Jewel 1
Medicine Jewel 1
Medicine Jewel 1
Coil Arkvulcan Coil Beta ①①ー Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Greaves Dahaad Shardgreaves Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Talisman Counter Charm III - -
Active Skills
Guardian Arkveld's Vitality (2 Piece) Arkveld's Hunger (2 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Agitator Lv4
Counterstrike Lv3 Focus Lv3
Offensive Guard Lv3 Critical Boost Lv3
Quick Sheath Lv3 Recovery Up Lv2
Maximum Might Lv2 Handicraft Lv2
Flayer Lv1 Partbreaker Lv1
Recovery Speed Lv1

This is a Great Sword Build that specializes in increasing Recovery with each skill while also generating up to 85% Affinity when attacking wounds under the right conditions. You can recover HP through "Hasten Recovery" when attacked 5 times, and through "Decimator" when you trigger Partbreaker. Therefore, even if your health is reduced to some extent when you dodge a monster's attack with Tackle, you can quickly recover provided you keep attacking, allowing you to remain in combat for longer.

Critical Draw Build for Consistency

WeaponSharpness
Great Sword IconVarianza
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
1104 Sleep 280 5% 0
Decoration Focus-Handicraft Jewel 3
Draw Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel 3
Element Type Sleep Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x5
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Xu Wu Helm Beta ②①ー Destroyer Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Mail Gore Mail Beta ③①ー Challenger Jewel 3
Sheath Jewel 1
Vambraces Xu Wu Vambraces Beta ②②① Earplugs Jewel 2
Earplugs Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Coil Rathalos Coil Beta ②ーー Evasion Jewel 2
Greaves Dahaad Shardgreaves Beta ②ーー Evasion Jewel 2
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Xu Wu's Vigor (2 Piece) Agitator Lv5
Adrenaline Rush Lv4 Evade Window Lv4
Earplugs Lv3 Focus Lv3
Critical Draw Lv3 Critical Boost Lv3
Quick Sheathe Lv3 Partbreaker Lv1
Handicraft Lv1

This is a Critical Draw Build for the Great Sword that is designed for usability while producing 100% Affinity with the Critical Draw skill for about 3 seconds after performing a draw attack. The main attack rotation is going to be Drawn Overhead Slash (3 levels) →Strong Charged Slash (1 level) and, according to the monster's upcoming attack, Evade (or Guard) then Sheathe. If Evade is successful, your attack stat increases for about 30 seconds with Adrenaline Rush, and if you eat a Well-done Steak, you can expect another attack stat increase with Xu Wu's Vigor for about 2 minutes.

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Long Sword
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General Purpose Build5 Elemental BuildsParalysis Build

General-Purpose Second Wind Build

Weapon Name Sharpness
Long Sword Icon Dimensius
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
742 Paralysis 100 5% 0
Decoration Mastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Element Type Paralysis Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail G. Fulgur Mail Beta ②①① Mighty Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Vambraces Rathalos Vambraces Beta ②①① Counter Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Chain Jewel 3
Counter Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Scale Layering (3 Piece) Agitator Lv5
Constitution Lv5 Critical Boost Lv5
Maximum Might Lv3 Antivirus Lv3
Quick Sheath Lv3 Counterstrike Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1 Master's Touch Lv1
Burst Lv1

This build can increase Affinity up to 75% without Weakness Exploit. Even if the Stamina added by Fulgur Anjanath's Will (Second Wind I) is reduced, the effect of Maximum Might does not expire. And when Constitution Lv5 is activated, the additional Stamina consumed by Foresight Slash will be reduced by the amound used, so you will be able to continue fighting without losing the effects of Maximum Might.

Weapon Name Sharpness
Long Sword Icon Dimensius
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
742 Paralysis 100 5% 0
Decoration Mastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Element Type Paralysis Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail G. Fulgur Mail Beta ②①① Mighty Jewel 2
Physique Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Vambraces Dahaad Shardbraces Alpha ーーー -
Coil Gore Coil Alpha ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sheath Jewel 1
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Counter Charm III - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Critical Boost Lv5
Maximum Might Lv3 Constitution Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Counterstrike Lv3
Quick Sheath Lv3 Adaptability Lv1
Flinch Free Lv1 Master's Touch Lv1
Burst Lv1

This build can increase Affinity up to 75% without Weakness Exploit. The effect of Maximum Might does not expire even if the amount of Stamina added by Fulgur Anjanath's Will (Second Wind I) is reduced. Because Counterstrike is raised to level 2, Constitution is now only Lv3, so be sure to activate the Stamina reduction obtained from adding Droolshroom to a meal.

5 Elemental Builds

Weapon Name Sharpness
Long Sword Icon Dimensius
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
742 Fire 300 5% 0
Decoration Mastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Element Type Fire Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Rey Sandmail Beta ②①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Vambraces G. Fulgur Vambraces Alpha ①ーー Sane Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Alpha ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sheath Jewel 1
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Counter Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Constitution Lv5
Critical Boost Lv5 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Quick Sheath Lv3
Stamina Surge Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Master's Touch Lv1 Burst Lv1
Counterstrike Lv1

This is the Long Sword's best Fire element build that utilizes the Artian weapon Dimensius. Your maximum Affinity including skills can possibly increase to 75%. If you mainly use Spirit Helmbreaker and Spirit Release Slash, it is recommended to increase the level of the Counterstrike skill instead of Burst or add another skill that increases attack such as Adrenaline Rush.

Weapon Name Sharpness
Long Sword Icon Dimensius
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
742 Water 300 5% 0
Decoration Mastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Element Type Water Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Rey Sandmail Beta ②①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Vambraces G. Fulgur Vambraces Alpha ①ーー Sane Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Alpha ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sheath Jewel 1
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Counter Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Constitution Lv5
Critical Boost Lv5 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Quick Sheath Lv3
Stamina Surge Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Master's Touch Lv1 Burst Lv1
Counterstrike Lv1

This is the Long Sword's best Water element build that utilizes the Artian weapon Dimensius. Your maximum Affinity including skills can possibly increase to 75%. If you mainly use Spirit Helmbreaker and Spirit Release Slash, it is recommended to increase the level of the Counterstrike skill instead of Burst or add another skill that increases attack such as Adrenaline Rush.

Weapon Name Sharpness
Long Sword Icon Dimensius
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
742 Thunder 300 5% 0
Decoration Mastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Element Type Thunder Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Rey Sandmail Beta ②①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Vambraces G. Fulgur Vambraces Alpha ①ーー Sane Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Alpha ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sheath Jewel 1
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Counter Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Constitution Lv5
Critical Boost Lv5 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Quick Sheath Lv3
Stamina Surge Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Master's Touch Lv1 Burst Lv1
Counterstrike Lv1

This is the Long Sword's best Thunder element build that utilizes the Artian weapon Dimensius. Your maximum Affinity including skills can possibly increase to 75%. If you mainly use Spirit Helmbreaker and Spirit Release Slash, it is recommended to increase the level of the Counterstrike skill instead of Burst or add another skill that increases attack such as Adrenaline Rush.

Weapon Name Sharpness
Long Sword Icon Dimensius
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
742 Ice 300 5% 0
Decoration Mastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Element Type Ice Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Rey Sandmail Beta ②①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Vambraces G. Fulgur Vambraces Alpha ①ーー Sane Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Alpha ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sheath Jewel 1
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Counter Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Constitution Lv5
Critical Boost Lv5 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Quick Sheath Lv3
Stamina Surge Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Master's Touch Lv1 Burst Lv1
Counterstrike Lv1

This is the Long Sword's best Ice element build that utilizes the Artian weapon Dimensius. Your maximum Affinity including skills can possibly increase to 75%. If you mainly use Spirit Helmbreaker and Spirit Release Slash, it is recommended to increase the level of the Counterstrike skill instead of Burst or add another skill that increases attack such as Adrenaline Rush.

Weapon Name Sharpness
Long Sword Icon Dimensius
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
742 Dragon 300 5% 0
Decoration Mastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Element Type Dragon Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Rey Sandmail Beta ②①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Vambraces G. Fulgur Vambraces Alpha ①ーー Sane Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Alpha ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sheath Jewel 1
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Counter Jewel 2
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Constitution Lv5
Critical Boost Lv5 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Quick Sheath Lv3
Stamina Surge Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Master's Touch Lv1 Burst Lv1
Counterstrike Lv1

This is the Long Sword's best Dragon element build that utilizes the Artian weapon Dimensius. Your maximum Affinity including skills can possibly increase to 75%. If you mainly use Spirit Helmbreaker and Spirit Release Slash, it is recommended to increase the level of the Counterstrike skill instead of Burst or add another skill that increases attack such as Adrenaline Rush.

Paralysis Build

Weapon Name Sharpness
Long Sword IconDimensius
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
627 Paralysis 300 20% 0
Decoration Mastery Jewel 3
Paralyzer Jewel III 3
Crit Stat-Handicraft 3
Element Type Paralysis Element x3
Production Affinity Infusion x3
Reinforcement Element Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail G. Fulgur Mail Beta ②①① Mighty Jewel 2
Sane Jewel 1
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Alpha ③②ー Chain Jewel 3
Physique Jewel 1
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Tenderizer Jewel 3
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Guardian's Protection (3 Piece) Weakness Exploit Lv5
Constitution Lv5 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Paralysis Attack Lv3
Critical Status Lv3 Quick Sheathe Lv3
Agitator Lv2 Flinch Free Lv1
Master's Touch Lv1 Burst Lv1
Handicraft Lv1

This is a Paralysis-specific build that uses the Long Sword Artian weapon Dimensius. The focus is on increasing the chances of inflicting Paralysis on a monster over raw attack, hence the increased Paralysis element. It'll be easier to activate Critical Status if you set the Production Bonus to Affinity.

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General Build5 Elemental Builds

General-Purpose Paralysis Build

Name Sharpness
Sword & Shield IconVerdoloto
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
315 Paralysis 80 5% 0
Decoration Mastery Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Guardian-Handicraft Jewel 3
Element Type Paralysis Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Sharpness Boost x1
Attack Boost x4
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Adapt Jewel 1
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Might Jewel 2
Vambraces Gore Vambraces Beta ②②ー Might Jewel 2
Might Jewel 2
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Chain Jewel 3
Evasion Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Counterattack Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Scale Layering (3 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Evade Window Lv3
Constitution Lv3 Antivirus Lv3
Critical Boost Lv3 Offensive Guard Lv3
Maximum Might Lv3 Coaelescence Lv1
Flinch Free Lv1 Master's Touch Lv1
Adaptability Lv1 Burst Lv1
Adrenaline Rush Lv1 Handicraft Lv1

This is a general-purpose Sword and Shield build that features a Paralysis Artian weapon. With skills included, your maximum Affinity reaches 90% excluding Wound hits. Since "Offensive Guard" has fairly short uptime of about 12 seconds, you can consider replacing this with "Critical Jewel II 2" in multiplayer situations.

Name Sharpness
Sword & Shield Icon Verdoloto
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
266 Paralysis 200 20% 0
Decoration Mastery Jewel 3
Paralyzer Jewel 3
Crit Stat-Handicraft Jewel 3
Element Type Paralysis Element Type x3
Production Affinity Infusion x3
Reinforcement Sharpness Boost x1
Element Boost x4
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Adapt Jewel 1
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Might Jewel 2
Vambraces Gore Vambraces Beta ②②ー Might Jewel 2
Might Jewel 2
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Chain Jewel 3
Evasion Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Counterattack Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Scale Layering (3 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Evade Window Lv3
Constitution Lv3 Antivirus Lv3
Paralysis Attack Lv3 Critical Status Lv3
Maximum Might Lv3 Coaelescence Lv1
Flinch Free Lv1 Master's Touch Lv1
Adaptability Lv1 Burst Lv1
Adrenaline Rush Lv1 Handicraft Lv1

This build setup focuses on increasing the chances of inflicting Paralysis on the monster in return for lower attack. Choosing "Element Boost" as your Reinforcement Bonus will also increase the Artian Weapon's Paralysis Element, while setting the weapon's Production Bonus to "Affinity Infusion" makes it easier to trigger "Critical Status".

Recommended Builds for All Elements

Name Sharpness
Sword & Shield Icon Verdoloto
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
315 Fire 280 5% 0
Decoration Razor Sharp-Blaze Jewel 3
Crit Elem-Blaze Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Element Type Fire Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Sharpness Boost x1
Attack Boost x4
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Adapt Jewel 1
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Might Jewel 2
Vambraces Gore Vambraces Beta ②②ー Might Jewel 2
Might Jewel 2
Coil Arkvulcan Coil Beta ①①ー Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Greaves Udra Miregreaves Beta ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Chain Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Arkveld's Hunger (2 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Burst Lv4
Razor Sharp Lv3 Critical Element Lv3
Critical Boost Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Evade Window Lv2
Fire Attack Lv2 Constitution Lv1
Coalescence Lv1 Recovery Speed Lv1
Windproof Lv1 Adaptability Lv1

This is the Sword and Shield's recommended elemental, Fire-focused build that features the Artian Weapon "Verdoloto". With skills included, your maximum Affinity reaches 90% excluding Wound hits. Since this setup does not provide enough slots to fully activate Razor Sharp, Critical Element, Critical Boost, and Fire Attack to their maximum levels, you can consider keeping the Fire element boost skill, that comes in-tandem with Razor Sharp and Critical Element, at level 2.

Name Sharpness
Sword & Shield Icon Verdoloto
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
315 Water 280 5% 0
Decoration Razor Sharp-Stream Jewel 3
Crit Elem-Stream Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Element Type Water Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Sharpness Boost x1
Attack Boost x4
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Adapt Jewel 1
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Might Jewel 2
Vambraces Gore Vambraces Beta ②②ー Might Jewel 2
Might Jewel 2
Coil Arkvulcan Coil Beta ①①ー Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Greaves Udra Miregreaves Beta ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Chain Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Arkveld's Hunger (2 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Burst Lv4
Razor Sharp Lv3 Critical Element Lv3
Critical Boost Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Evade Window Lv2
Water Attack Lv2 Constitution Lv1
Coalescence Lv1 Recovery Speed Lv1
Windproof Lv1 Adaptability Lv1

This is the Sword and Shield's recommended elemental, Water-focused build that features the Artian Weapon "Verdoloto". With skills included, your maximum Affinity reaches 90% excluding Wound hits. Since this setup does not provide enough slots to fully activate "Razor Sharp", "Critical Element", "Critical Boost", and "Water Attack" to their respective maximum levels, you can consider keeping the Water element boost skill, that comes in-tandem with Razor Sharp and Critical Element, at level 2.

Name Sharpness
Sword & Shield Icon Verdoloto
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
315 Thunder 280 5% 0
Decoration Razor Sharp-Bolt Jewel 3
Crit Elem-Bolt Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Element Type Thunder Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Sharpness Boost x1
Attack Boost x4
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Adapt Jewel 1
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Might Jewel 2
Vambraces Gore Vambraces Beta ②②ー Might Jewel 2
Might Jewel 2
Coil Arkvulcan Coil Beta ①①ー Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Greaves Udra Miregreaves Beta ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Chain Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Arkveld's Hunger (2 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Burst Lv4
Razor Sharp Lv3 Critical Element Lv3
Critical Boost Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Evade Window Lv2
Thunder Attack Lv2 Constitution Lv1
Coalescence Lv1 Recovery Speed Lv1
Windproof Lv1 Adaptability Lv1

This is the Sword and Shield's recommended elemental, Thunder-focused build that features the Artian Weapon "Verdoloto". With skills included, your maximum Affinity reaches 90% excluding Wound hits. Since this setup does not provide enough slots to fully activate "Razor Sharp", "Critical Element", "Critical Boost", and "Thunder Attack" to their respective maximum levels, you can consider keeping the Thunder element boost skill, that comes in-tandem with Razor Sharp and Critical Element, at level 2.

Name Sharpness
Sword & Shield Icon Verdoloto
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
315 Ice 280 5% 0
Decoration Razor Sharp-Frost Jewel 3
Crit Elem-Frost Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Element Type Ice Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Sharpness Boost x1
Attack Boost x4
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Adapt Jewel 1
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Might Jewel 2
Vambraces Gore Vambraces Beta ②②ー Might Jewel 2
Might Jewel 2
Coil Arkvulcan Coil Beta ①①ー Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Greaves Udra Miregreaves Beta ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Chain Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Arkveld's Hunger (2 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Burst Lv4
Razor Sharp Lv3 Critical Element Lv3
Critical Boost Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Evade Window Lv2
Ice Attack Lv2 Constitution Lv1
Coalescence Lv1 Recovery Speed Lv1
Windproof Lv1 Adaptability Lv1

This is the Sword and Shield's recommended elemental, Ice-focused build that features the Artian Weapon "Verdoloto". With skills included, your maximum Affinity reaches 90% excluding Wound hits. Since this setup does not provide enough slots to fully activate "Razor Sharp", "Critical Element", "Critical Boost", and "Ice Attack" to their respective maximum levels, you can consider keeping the Ice element boost skill, that comes in-tandem with Razor Sharp and Critical Element, at level 2.

Name Sharpness
Sword & Shield Icon Verdoloto
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
315 Dragon 280 5% 0
Decoration Razor Sharp-Dragon Jewel 3
Crit Elem-Dragon Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Element Type Dragon Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Sharpness Boost x1
Attack Boost x4
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Adapt Jewel 1
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Might Jewel 2
Vambraces Gore Vambraces Beta ②②ー Might Jewel 2
Might Jewel 2
Coil Arkvulcan Coil Beta ①①ー Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Greaves Udra Miregreaves Beta ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Chain Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Arkveld's Hunger (2 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Burst Lv4
Razor Sharp Lv3 Critical Element Lv3
Critical Boost Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Evade Window Lv2
Dragon Attack Lv2 Constitution Lv1
Coalescence Lv1 Recovery Speed Lv1
Windproof Lv1 Adaptability Lv1

This is the Sword and Shield's recommended elemental, Dragon-focused build that features the Artian Weapon "Verdoloto". With skills included, your maximum Affinity reaches 90% excluding Wound hits. Since this setup does not provide enough slots to fully activate "Razor Sharp", "Critical Element", "Critical Boost", and "Dragon Attack" to their respective maximum levels, you can consider keeping the Dragon element boost skill, that comes in-tandem with Razor Sharp and Critical Element, at level 2.

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Best Equipment for Dual Blades

Dual Blades

5 Elemental Builds Specializing in Damage

Weapon Sharpness
Dual BladesTiltkreise
(Artian)
Attack Attribute Critical Defense
315 Fire 270 5% 0
Decoration Blaze-Crit Elem Jewel 3
Razor Sharp-Handicraft Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Element Type Fire Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Ebony Helm Beta ②ーー Refresh Jewel 2
Mail Blango Mail Beta ②ーー Refresh Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Ebony Braces Alpha ーーー -
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Challenger Jewel 3
Phoenix Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Counterattack Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Burst Lv4
Antivirus Lv3 Fire Attack Lv3
Razor Sharp Lv3 Critical Boost Lv3
Constitution Lv3 Stamina Surge Lv2
Divine Blessing Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Coalescence Lv1 Adrenaline Rush Lv1
Critical Element Lv1 Handicraft Lv1
Weapon Sharpness
Dual BladesTiltkreise
(Artian)
Attack Attribute Critical Defense
315 Water 270 5% 0
Decoration Stream-Crit Elem Jewel 3
Razor Sharp-Handicraft Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Element Type Water Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Ebony Helm Beta ②ーー Refresh Jewel 2
Mail Blango Mail Beta ②ーー Refresh Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Ebony Braces Alpha ーーー -
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Challenger Jewel 3
Phoenix Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Counterattack Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Burst Lv4
Antivirus Lv3 Water Attack Lv3
Razor Sharp Lv3 Critical Boost Lv3
Constitution Lv3 Stamina Surge Lv2
Divine Blessing Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Coalescence Lv1 Adrenaline Rush Lv1
Critical Element Lv1 Handicraft Lv1
Weapon Sharpness
Dual BladesTiltkreise
(Artian)
Attack Attribute Critical Defense
315 Thunder 270 5% 0
Decoration Bolt-Crit Elem Jewel 3
Razor Sharp-Handicraft Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Element Type Thunder Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Ebony Helm Beta ②ーー Refresh Jewel 2
Mail Blango Mail Beta ②ーー Refresh Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Ebony Braces Alpha ーーー -
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Challenger Jewel 3
Phoenix Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Counterattack Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Burst Lv4
Antivirus Lv3 Thunder Attack Lv3
Razor Sharp Lv3 Critical Boost Lv3
Constitution Lv3 Stamina Surge Lv2
Divine Blessing Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Coalescence Lv1 Adrenaline Rush Lv1
Critical Element Lv1 Handicraft Lv1
Weapon Sharpness
Dual BladesTiltkreise
(Artian)
Attack Attribute Critical Defense
315 Ice 270 5% 0
Decoration Frost-Crit Elem Jewel 3
Razor Sharp-Handicraft Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Element Type Ice Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Ebony Helm Beta ②ーー Refresh Jewel 2
Mail Blango Mail Beta ②ーー Refresh Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Ebony Braces Alpha ーーー -
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Challenger Jewel 3
Phoenix Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Counterattack Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Burst Lv4
Antivirus Lv3 Ice Attack Lv3
Razor Sharp Lv3 Critical Boost Lv3
Constitution Lv3 Stamina Surge Lv2
Divine Blessing Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Coalescence Lv1 Adrenaline Rush Lv1
Critical Element Lv1 Handicraft Lv1
Weapon Sharpness
Dual BladesTiltkreise
(Artian)
Attack Attribute Critical Defense
315 Dragon 270 5% 0
Decoration Dragon-Crit Elem Jewel 3
Razor Sharp-Handicraft Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Element Type Dragon Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Ebony Helm Beta ②ーー Refresh Jewel 2
Mail Blango Mail Beta ②ーー Refresh Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Ebony Braces Alpha ーーー -
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Challenger Jewel 3
Phoenix Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Counterattack Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Burst Lv4
Antivirus Lv3 Dragon Attack Lv3
Razor Sharp Lv3 Critical Boost Lv3
Constitution Lv3 Stamina Surge Lv2
Divine Blessing Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Coalescence Lv1 Adrenaline Rush Lv1
Critical Element Lv1 Handicraft Lv1

Dual Blades' General-purpose strongest equipment uses a configuration with Artian weapons of each element. It is easier to deal damage by increasing Attack, so that's what this focuses on. If the conditions are right, the maximum Affinity goes up to 45%, so use Corrupted Mantle to increase Affinity by 30%, and Dash Juice to reduce Stamina consumption.

5 Elemental Builds for Usability

Weapon Sharpness
Dual BladesTiltkreise
(Artian)
Attack Attribute Critical Defense
315 Fire 270 5% 0
Decoration Crit Elem-Blaze Jewel 3
Razor Sharp-Blaze Jewel 3
Enhancer-Blaze Jewel 3
Element Type Fire Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Physique Jewel 1
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Chain Jewel 3
Refresh Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Sprinter Jewel 1
Sprinter Jewel 1
Sprinter Jewel 1
Coil Arkvulcan Coil Beta ①①ー Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Counterattack Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Chain Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece) Arkveld's Hunger (2 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Burst Lv5
Antivirus Lv3 Critical Element Lv3
Razor Sharp Lv3 Power Prolonger Lv3
Constitution Lv3 Marathon Runner Lv3
Fire Attack Lv3 Evade Window Lv1
Coalescence Lv1 Recovery Speed Lv1
Flinch Free Lv1 Stamina Surge Lv1
Adrenaline Rush Lv1

These are elemental Artian builds for the Dual Blades that emphasizes usability while still providing up to 80% Affinity when attacking wounds under the right conditions. Entering Demon Mode after a successful Perfect Evade increases Attack and Elemental damage by 1.2 times, which is made even easier with Power Prolonger. Stamina management is less of a burden with Marathon Runner, Constitution and Stamina Surge, but any of these can be replaced with your preferred Decorations.

Weapon Sharpness
Dual BladesTiltkreise
(Artian)
Attack Attribute Critical Defense
315 Fire 270 5% 0
Decoration Crit Elem-Stream Jewel 3
Razor Sharp-Stream Jewel 3
Enhancer-Stream Jewel 3
Element Type Water Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Physique Jewel 1
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Chain Jewel 3
Refresh Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Sprinter Jewel 1
Sprinter Jewel 1
Sprinter Jewel 1
Coil Arkvulcan Coil Beta ①①ー Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Counterattack Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Chain Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece) Arkveld's Hunger (2 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Burst Lv5
Antivirus Lv3 Critical Element Lv3
Razor Sharp Lv3 Power Prolonger Lv3
Constitution Lv3 Marathon Runner Lv3
Water Attack Lv3 Evade Window Lv1
Coalescence Lv1 Recovery Speed Lv1
Flinch Free Lv1 Stamina Surge Lv1
Adrenaline Rush Lv1

These are elemental Artian builds for the Dual Blades that emphasizes usability while still providing up to 80% Affinity when attacking wounds under the right conditions. Entering Demon Mode after a successful Perfect Evade increases Attack and Elemental damage by 1.2 times, which is made even easier with Power Prolonger. Stamina management is less of a burden with Marathon Runner, Constitution and Stamina Surge, but any of these can be replaced with your preferred Decorations.

Weapon Sharpness
Dual BladesTiltkreise
(Artian)
Attack Attribute Critical Defense
315 Fire 270 5% 0
Decoration Crit Elem-Bolt Jewel 3
Razor Sharp-Bolt Jewel 3
Enhancer-Bolt Jewel 3
Element Type Thunder Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Physique Jewel 1
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Chain Jewel 3
Refresh Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Sprinter Jewel 1
Sprinter Jewel 1
Sprinter Jewel 1
Coil Arkvulcan Coil Beta ①①ー Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Counterattack Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Chain Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece) Arkveld's Hunger (2 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Burst Lv5
Antivirus Lv3 Critical Element Lv3
Razor Sharp Lv3 Power Prolonger Lv3
Constitution Lv3 Marathon Runner Lv3
Thunder Attack Lv3 Evade Window Lv1
Coalescence Lv1 Recovery Speed Lv1
Flinch Free Lv1 Stamina Surge Lv1
Adrenaline Rush Lv1

These are elemental Artian builds for the Dual Blades that emphasizes usability while still providing up to 80% Affinity when attacking wounds under the right conditions. Entering Demon Mode after a successful Perfect Evade increases Attack and Elemental damage by 1.2 times, which is made even easier with Power Prolonger. Stamina management is less of a burden with Marathon Runner, Constitution and Stamina Surge, but any of these can be replaced with your preferred Decorations.

Weapon Sharpness
Dual BladesTiltkreise
(Artian)
Attack Attribute Critical Defense
315 Fire 270 5% 0
Decoration Crit Elem-Frost Jewel 3
Razor Sharp-Frost Jewel 3
Enhancer-Frost Jewel 3
Element Type Ice Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Physique Jewel 1
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Chain Jewel 3
Refresh Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Sprinter Jewel 1
Sprinter Jewel 1
Sprinter Jewel 1
Coil Arkvulcan Coil Beta ①①ー Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Counterattack Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Chain Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece) Arkveld's Hunger (2 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Burst Lv5
Antivirus Lv3 Critical Element Lv3
Razor Sharp Lv3 Power Prolonger Lv3
Constitution Lv3 Marathon Runner Lv3
Ice Attack Lv3 Evade Window Lv1
Coalescence Lv1 Recovery Speed Lv1
Flinch Free Lv1 Stamina Surge Lv1
Adrenaline Rush Lv1

These are elemental Artian builds for the Dual Blades that emphasizes usability while still providing up to 80% Affinity when attacking wounds under the right conditions. Entering Demon Mode after a successful Perfect Evade increases Attack and Elemental damage by 1.2 times, which is made even easier with Power Prolonger. Stamina management is less of a burden with Marathon Runner, Constitution and Stamina Surge, but any of these can be replaced with your preferred Decorations.

Weapon Sharpness
Dual BladesTiltkreise
(Artian)
Attack Attribute Critical Defense
315 Fire 270 5% 0
Decoration Crit Elem-Dragon Jewel 3
Razor Sharp-Dragon Jewel 3
Enhancer-Dragon Jewel 3
Element Type Dragon Element x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Physique Jewel 1
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Chain Jewel 3
Refresh Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Sprinter Jewel 1
Sprinter Jewel 1
Sprinter Jewel 1
Coil Arkvulcan Coil Beta ①①ー Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Counterattack Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Chain Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece) Arkveld's Hunger (2 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Burst Lv5
Antivirus Lv3 Critical Element Lv3
Razor Sharp Lv3 Power Prolonger Lv3
Constitution Lv3 Marathon Runner Lv3
Dragon Attack Lv3 Evade Window Lv1
Coalescence Lv1 Recovery Speed Lv1
Flinch Free Lv1 Stamina Surge Lv1
Adrenaline Rush Lv1

These are elemental Artian builds for the Dual Blades that emphasizes usability while still providing up to 80% Affinity when attacking wounds under the right conditions. Entering Demon Mode after a successful Perfect Evade increases Attack and Elemental damage by 1.2 times, which is made even easier with Power Prolonger. Stamina management is less of a burden with Marathon Runner, Constitution and Stamina Surge, but any of these can be replaced with your preferred Decorations.

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Best Equipment for Hammer

Hammer
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General-Purpose Paralysis Build

Name Sharpness
Hammer Icon Binder Mace
Attack Element Affinity Defense
1144 Paralysis 250 0% 0
Weapon Skills Stamina Thief Lv3
Decoration Razor Sharp-KO Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel 1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail G. Fulgur Mail Beta ②①① Mighty Jewel 2
Sane Jewel 1
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③①ー Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sprinter Jewel 1
Sprinter Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Guardian's Protection (3 Piece) Weakness Exploit Lv5
Constitution Lv4 Critical Boost Lv4
Agitator Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Stamina Thief Lv3
Razor Sharp Lv3 Marathon Runner Lv3
Flinch Free Lv1 Shock Absorber Lv1
Slugger Lv1

The best general-purpose Hammer build revolves around the Binder Mace, which has almost no difference in performance compared to Artian weapons. Stamina added with "Fulgur Anjanath's Will (Second Wind I)" does not remove the effect of Maximum Might, so you can maintain high Affinity by using "Marathon Runner" and "Constitution" together, which should produce a total of 95% Affinity with all skills active.

Recommended Builds for All Elements

Weapon Sharpness
HammerMoteurvankel
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
1170 Fire 350 5% 0
Decoration Razor Sharp-KO Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Element Type Fire Element x3
Production Attack Boost x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail G. Fulgur Mail Beta ②①① Mighty Jewel 2
Sane Jewel 1
Shockproof Jewel 1
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Alpha ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Sprinter Jewel 1
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sprinter Jewel 1
Sprinter Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Guardian's Protection (3 Piece) Weakness Exploit Lv5
Constution Lv5 Critical Boost Lv5
Agitator Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Razor Sharp Lv3
Marathon Runner Lv3 Flinch Free Lv1
Shock Absorber Lv1 Slugger Lv1

The strongest recommended equipment for the Hammer's Fire Element Build is one that uses Artian weapons. For weapon bonuses, aim to strengthen Attack instead of Element.

Weapon Name Sharpness
HammerMoteurvankel
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
1170 Water 350 5% 0
Decoration Razor Sharp-KO Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Element Type Water Element x3
Production Attack Boost x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail G. Fulgur Mail Beta ②①① Mighty Jewel 2
Sane Jewel 1
Shockproof Jewel 1
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Alpha ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Sprinter Jewel 1
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sprinter Jewel 1
Sprinter Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 pieces) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 pieces)
Guardian's Protection (3 pieces) Weakness Exploit Lv5
Constitution Lv5 Critical Boost Lv5
Agitator Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Razor Sharp Lv3
Marathon Runner Lv3 Flinch Free Lv1
Shock Absorber Lv1 Slugger Lv1

The strongest recommended equipment for the Hammer's Water Element Build is one that uses Artian weapons. For weapon bonuses, aim to strengthen Attack instead of Element.

Weapon Name Sharpness
HammerMoteurvankel
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
1170 Thunder 350 5% 0
Decoration Razor Sharp-KO Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Element Type Thunder Element x3
Production Attack Boost x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail G. Fulgur Mail Beta ②①① Mighty Jewel 2
Sane Jewel 1
Shockproof Jewel 1
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Alpha ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Sprinter Jewel 1
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sprinter Jewel 1
Sprinter Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 pieces) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 pieces)
Guardian's Protection (3 pieces) Weakness Exploit Lv5
Constitution Lv5 Critical Boost Lv5
Agitator Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Razor Sharp Lv3
Marathon Runner Lv3 Flinch Free Lv1
Shock Absorber Lv1 Slugger Lv1

The strongest recommended equipment for the Hammer's Thunder Element Build is one that uses Artian weapons. For weapon bonuses, aim to strengthen Attack instead of Element.

Weapon Name Sharpness
HammerMoteurvankel
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
1170 Ice 350 5% 0
Decoration Razor Sharp-KO Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Element Type Ice Element x3
Production Attack Boost x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail G. Fulgur Mail Beta ②①① Mighty Jewel 2
Sane Jewel 1
Shockproof Jewel 1
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Alpha ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Sprinter Jewel 1
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sprinter Jewel 1
Sprinter Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 pieces) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 pieces)
Guardian's Protection (3 pieces) Weakness Exploit Lv5
Constitution Lv5 Critical Boost Lv5
Agitator Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Razor Sharp Lv3
Marathon Runner Lv3 Flinch Free Lv1
Shock Absorber Lv1 Slugger Lv1

The strongest recommended equipment for the Hammer's Ice Element Build is one that uses Artian weapons. For weapon bonuses, aim to strengthen Attack instead of Element.

Weapon Name Sharpness
HammerMoteurvankel
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
1170 Dragon 350 5% 0
Decoration Razor Sharp-KO Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Element Type Dragon Element x3
Production Attack Boost x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail G. Fulgur Mail Beta ②①① Mighty Jewel 2
Sane Jewel 1
Shockproof Jewel 1
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Alpha ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Sprinter Jewel 1
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sprinter Jewel 1
Sprinter Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 pieces) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 pieces)
Guardian's Protection (3 pieces) Weakness Exploit Lv5
Constitution Lv5 Critical Boost Lv5
Agitator Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Razor Sharp Lv3
Marathon Runner Lv3 Flinch Free Lv1
Shock Absorber Lv1 Slugger Lv1

The strongest recommended equipment for the Hammer's Dragon Element Build is one that uses Artian weapons. For weapon bonuses, aim to strengthen Attack instead of Element.

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Hunting Horn
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General-Purpose Paralysis Build

Name Sharpness
Hunting Horn Icon Omiltika
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
966 Paralysis 150 5% 0
Decoration Sonorous-Attack Jewel 3
Attack Jewel 3
Paralyzer Jewel III 3
Element Type Paralysis Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x5

Self-Improvement

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Divine Protection

All Ailments Negated

Echo Wave (Paralysis)

Offset Melody
Armor Slot Decoration
Head Gore Helm β ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Adapt Jewel 1
Chest Arkvulcan Mail β ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Arms Gore Vambraces β ②②ー Mighty Jewel 2
Mighty Jewel 2
Waist Gore Coil β ③②ー Chain Jewel 3
Evasion Jewel 2
Legs Gore Greaves β ③①① Counterattack Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Scale Layering (3 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Attack Lv4
Evade Window Lv3 Constitution Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Paralysis Attack Lv3
Maximum Might Lv3 Horn Maestro Lv2
Coalescence Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Adaptability Lv1 Burst Lv1
Adrenalish Rush Lv1

The Hunting Horn's strongest possible build setup involves the Paralysis variant of the Artian Weapon "Omiltika". Using Echo Wave (Paralysis) often can consistently inflict Paralysis on the monsters. Since Burst cannot increase abnormal status values, you can leave this at Lv1 and instead increase Attack with Black Eclipse II that you get from Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece).

Strongest Builds for All Elements

Name Sharpness
Hunting Horn IconOmiltika
(Artian
Attack Element Affinity Defense
966 Fire 350 5% 0
Decoration Sonorous-Attack Jewel 3
Blaze/KO Jewel 3
Attack Jewel 3
Element Type Fire Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x5

Self-Improvement

Elem Attack Boost

Blight Negated

Sonic Waves

Restore Sharpness

Echo Wave (Fire)

Resounding Melody
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Ebony Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Ebony Braces Alpha ーーー -
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Burst Lv5 Weakness Exploit Lv5
Attack Boost Lv4 Antivirus Lv3
Fire Attack Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Constitution Lv2 Horn Maestro Lv2
Divine Blessing Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Slugger Lv1

The best Fire Hunting Horn setup uses the Fire Variant of the Artian Weapon "Omiltika". This build is made to primarily activate Burst to increase the weapon's Element and Attack stat. Additionally, because the Hunting Horn does not typically prioritize Affinity, you can choose to replace the Mighty Jewels with Evasion Jewels for more comfort.

Name Sharpness
Hunting Horn IconOmiltika
(Artian
Attack Element Affinity Defense
966 Water 350 5% 0
Decoration Sonorous-Attack Jewel 3
Stream-KO Jewel 3
Attack Jewel 3
Element Type Water Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x5

Self-Improvement

Elem Attack Boost

Blight Negated

Sonic Waves

Restore Sharpness

Echo Wave (Water)

Resounding Melody
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Ebony Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Ebony Braces Alpha ーーー -
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Burst Lv5 Weakness Exploit Lv5
Attack Boost Lv4 Antivirus Lv3
Water Attack Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Constitution Lv2 Horn Maestro Lv2
Divine Blessing Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Slugger Lv1

The best Water Hunting Horn setup uses the Water Variant of the Artian Weapon "Omiltika". This build is made to primarily activate Burst to increase the weapon's Element and Attack stat. Additionally, because the Hunting Horn does not typically prioritize Affinity, you can choose to replace the Mighty Jewels with Evasion Jewels for more comfort.

Name Sharpness
Hunting Horn IconOmiltika
(Artian
Attack Element Affinity Defense
966 Thunder 350 5% 0
Decoration Sonorous-Attack Jewel 3
Bolt-KO Jewel 3
Attack Jewel 3
Element Type Thunder Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x5

Self-Improvement

Elem Attack Boost

Blight Negated

Sonic Waves

Restore Sharpness

Echo Wave (Thunder)

Resounding Melody
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Ebony Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Ebony Braces Alpha ーーー -
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Burst Lv5 Weakness Exploit Lv5
Attack Boost Lv4 Antivirus Lv3
Thunder Attack Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Constitution Lv2 Horn Maestro Lv2
Divine Blessing Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Slugger Lv1

The best Thunder Hunting Horn setup uses the Thunder Variant of the Artian Weapon "Omiltika". This build is made to primarily activate Burst to increase the weapon's Element and Attack stat. Additionally, because the Hunting Horn does not typically prioritize Affinity, you can choose to replace the Mighty Jewels with Evasion Jewels for more comfort.

Name Sharpness
Hunting Horn IconOmiltika
(Artian
Attack Element Affinity Defense
966 Ice 350 5% 0
Decoration Sonorous-Attack Jewel 3
Frost-KO Jewel 3
Attack Jewel 3
Element Type Ice Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x5

Self-Improvement

Elem Attack Boost

Blight Negated

Sonic Waves

Restore Sharpness

Echo Wave (Ice)

Resounding Melody
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Ebony Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Ebony Braces Alpha ーーー -
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Burst Lv5 Weakness Exploit Lv5
Attack Boost Lv4 Antivirus Lv3
Ice Attack Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Constitution Lv2 Horn Maestro Lv2
Divine Blessing Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Slugger Lv1

The best Ice Hunting Horn setup uses the Ice Variant of the Artian Weapon "Omiltika". This build is made to primarily activate Burst to increase the weapon's Element and Attack stat. Additionally, because the Hunting Horn does not typically prioritize Affinity, you can choose to replace the Mighty Jewels with Evasion Jewels for more comfort.

Name Sharpness
Hunting Horn IconResounding Galahad
Attack Element Affinity Defense
882 Dragon 400 0% 0
Weapon Skill Slugger Lv2
Horn Maestro Lv2
Decoration Dragon-KO Jewel 3
Attack Jewel II 2
Attack Jewel 1

Self-Improvement

Attack Up (L)

Knockback Negated

Extend All Melodies

Restore Sharpness

Echo Wave (Dragon)

Resounding Melody
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Ebony Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Ebony Braces Alpha ーーー -
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Burst Lv5 Weakness Exploit Lv5
Antivirus Lv4 Slugger Lv3
Dragon Attack Lv3 Attack Boost Lv3
Maximum Might Lv3 Constitution Lv2
Horn Maestro Lv2 Divine Blessing Lv1
Flinch Free Lv1

The best setup for the Dragon Hunting Horn utilizes "Resounding Galahad". Although this weapon is inferior to the Artian Horn in terms of attack, the songlist of Resounding Galahad is arguably better. This build is made to primarily activate Burst to increase the weapon's Element and Attack stat. Additionally, because the Hunting Horn does not typically prioritize Affinity, you can choose to replace the Mighty Jewels with Evasion Jewels for more comfort.

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Best Equipment for Lance

Lance
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General-Purpose Build5 Elemental Builds

General-Purpose Build

Weapon Name Sharpness
skyscraper Skyscraper
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
517 Paralysis 100 5% 0
Decoration Guardian-Ironwall Jewel 3
Razor Sharp-Ironwall Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Element Type Paralysis Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Head G. Fulgur Helm β ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Chest Arkvulcan Mail β ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Arm G. Fulgur Vambraces α ①ーー Sane Jewel 1
Waist Gore Coil β ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Destroyer Jewel 2
Legs Gore Greaves β ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Adapt Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Pieces) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Pieces)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Agitator Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Offensive Guard Lv3 Razor Sharp Lv3
Critical Boost Lv3 Constitution Lv2
Guard Lv2 Flinch Free Lv1
Partbreaker Lv1 Burst Lv1
Adaptability Lv1

This is the most recommended general-purpose Artian weapon for the Lance. The weapon bonuses are focused on Attack. Even if the monster is not wounded, Affinity reaches 97% if you combine the armor skills. "Maximum Might" can be used reliably because the effect does not wear off even if the Stamina increased by the of the Guardian Fulgur Armor set bonus decreases.

Blast Can Be a Good Alternative

Blast is also a viable choice as a primary Element for the Artian Lance. Paralysis can quickly immobilize monsters but the Lance is originally a weapon that constantly attacks, so if you are used to its gameplay, you won't see a drastic change in damage output. If you want to prioritize time efficiency over stability, you can choose Blast.

Best Builds for All Elements

Weapon Name Sharpness
Lance Skyscraper
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
517 Fire 300 5% 0
Element Type Fire Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Fulgur Vambraces Beta ②②ー Destoyer Jewel 2
Destoyer Jewel 2
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Destroyer Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Antivirus Lv3
Critical Boost Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Offensive Guard Lv3 Razor Sharp Lv3
Partbreaker Lv3 Agitator Lv2
Constitution Lv2 Guard Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1 Burst Lv1

The strongest recommended setup for the Lance's Fire Element Build is one that uses the Artian weapon "Skyscraper". Maximum Might can be used reliably because the effect does not wear off even if the Stamina increased by the Guardian Fulgur Armor set bonus decreases, so you can consistently produce 65% Affinity in combination with the Weapon's innate Affinity and Weakness Exploit. While attacking wounds or after curing Frenzy, Affinity will increase to about 85-90%.

Weapon Name Sharpness
Lance Skyscraper
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
517 Water 300 5% 0
Element Type Water Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Fulgur Vambraces Beta ②②ー Destoyer Jewel 2
Destoyer Jewel 2
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Destroyer Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Antivirus Lv3
Critical Boost Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Offensive Guard Lv3 Razor Sharp Lv3
Partbreaker Lv3 Agitator Lv2
Constitution Lv2 Guard Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1 Burst Lv1

The strongest recommended setup for the Lance's Fire Element Build is one that uses the Artian weapon "Skyscraper". Maximum Might can be used reliably because the effect does not wear off even if the Stamina increased by the Guardian Fulgur Armor set bonus decreases, so you can consistently produce 65% Affinity in combination with the Weapon's innate Affinity and Weakness Exploit. While attacking wounds or after curing Frenzy, Affinity will increase to about 85-90%.

Weapon Name Sharpness
Lance Skyscraper
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
517 Thunder 300 5% 0
Element Type Thunder Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Fulgur Vambraces Beta ②②ー Destoyer Jewel 2
Destoyer Jewel 2
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Destroyer Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Antivirus Lv3
Critical Boost Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Offensive Guard Lv3 Razor Sharp Lv3
Partbreaker Lv3 Agitator Lv2
Constitution Lv2 Guard Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1 Burst Lv1

The strongest recommended setup for the Lance's Fire Element Build is one that uses the Artian weapon "Skyscraper". Maximum Might can be used reliably because the effect does not wear off even if the Stamina increased by the Guardian Fulgur Armor set bonus decreases, so you can consistently produce 65% Affinity in combination with the Weapon's innate Affinity and Weakness Exploit. While attacking wounds or after curing Frenzy, Affinity will increase to about 85-90%.

Weapon Name Sharpness
Lance Skyscraper
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
517 Ice 300 5% 0
Element Type Ice Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Fulgur Vambraces Beta ②②ー Destoyer Jewel 2
Destoyer Jewel 2
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Destroyer Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Antivirus Lv3
Critical Boost Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Offensive Guard Lv3 Razor Sharp Lv3
Partbreaker Lv3 Agitator Lv2
Constitution Lv2 Guard Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1 Burst Lv1

The strongest recommended setup for the Lance's Fire Element Build is one that uses the Artian weapon "Skyscraper". Maximum Might can be used reliably because the effect does not wear off even if the Stamina increased by the Guardian Fulgur Armor set bonus decreases, so you can consistently produce 65% Affinity in combination with the Weapon's innate Affinity and Weakness Exploit. While attacking wounds or after curing Frenzy, Affinity will increase to about 85-90%.

Weapon Name Sharpness
Lance Skyscraper
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
517 Dragon 300 5% 0
Element Type Dragon Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Fulgur Vambraces Beta ②②ー Destoyer Jewel 2
Destoyer Jewel 2
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Destroyer Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Exploiter Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Antivirus Lv3
Critical Boost Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Offensive Guard Lv3 Razor Sharp Lv3
Partbreaker Lv3 Agitator Lv2
Constitution Lv2 Guard Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1 Burst Lv1

The strongest recommended setup for the Lance's Fire Element Build is one that uses the Artian weapon "Skyscraper". Maximum Might can be used reliably because the effect does not wear off even if the Stamina increased by the Guardian Fulgur Armor set bonus decreases, so you can consistently produce 65% Affinity in combination with the Weapon's innate Affinity and Weakness Exploit. While attacking wounds or after curing Frenzy, Affinity will increase to about 85-90%.

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Best Equipment for Gunlance

Gunlance
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3 Deco Slot WeaponsEndgame
Up to HR40Early High Rank

Best Builds for 3 Deco Slot Weapons

Weapon Name Sharpness
Gunlance Firetrail Quemador
Attack Element Affinity Defense
506 Fire 250 5% 0
Equipment Skill Guard Lv3
Shelling Normal Type - Slightly Strong
Decoration Artillery Jewel III 3
Magazine Jewel II 2
Attack Jewel 1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Ebony Helm Beta ②ーー Ambush Jewel 2
Mail G. Ebony Mail Beta ②②ー Ambush Jewel 2
Ambush Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Ebony Vambraces Alpha ーーー
Coil G. Ebony Coil Beta ②①ー Jumping Jewel 2
Adapt Jewel 1
Greaves Dahaad Shardgreaves Beta ②ーー Jumping Jewel 2
Talisman Challenger Charm - -
Mantle Rocksteady Mantle - -
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (4 Pieces) Guardian's Protection (3 Pieces)
Burst Lv5 Agitator Lv4
Guard Lv3 Artillery Lv3
Ambush Lv3 Load Shells Lv2
Evade Extender Lv2 Earplugs Lv1
Divine Blessing Lv1 Offensive Guard Lv
Adaptability Lv1

The strongest setup for the Gunlance's Normal Build uses Firetrail Quemador. With essential skills such as "Artillery" and "Load Shells", skills that increase Attack are the main focus. In multiplayer, it is recommended to change the Adapt Jewel to Brace Jewel and use Flinch Free.

Weapon Name Sharpness
Gunlance White Cannon
Attack Element Affinity Defense
552 Blast 400 -15% 30
Equipment Skill Guard Up Lv3
Shelling Long Type - Slightly Strong
Decoration Artillery Jewel III 3
Magazine Jewel II 2
Ironwall Jewel 1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Ebony Helm Beta ②ーー Ambush Jewel 2
Mail G. Ebony Mail Beta ②②ー Ambush Jewel 2
Ambush Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Ebony Vambraces Alpha ーーー
Coil G. Ebony Coil Beta ②①ー Jumping Jewel 2
Adapt Jewel 1
Greaves Dahaad Shardgreaves Beta ②ーー Jumping Jewel 2
Talisman Challenger Charm - -
Mantle Rocksteady Mantle - -
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (4 Pieces) Guardian's Protection (3 Pieces)
Burst Lv5 Agitator Lv4
Guard Up Lv3 Artillery Lv3
Ambush Lv3 Load Shells Lv2
Evade Extender Lv2 Earplugs Lv1
Divine Blessing Lv1 Offensive Guard Lv
Adaptability Lv1

The strongest setup for the Gunlance's Long Build uses White Cannon. With essential skills such as "Artillery" and "Load Shells", skills that increase Attack are the main focus. In multiplayer, it is recommended to change the Adapt Jewel to Brace Jewel and use Flinch Free.

Weapon Name Sharpness
Gunlance G. Lawful Bors
Attack Element Affinity Defense
552 Dragon 250 -10% 0
Equipment Skill Guard Lv2
Shelling Wide Type - Slightly Strong
Decoration Magazine-Ironwall Jewel 3
Artillery Jewel III 3
Guardian Jewel 1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Ebony Helm Beta ②ーー Ambush Jewel 2
Mail G. Ebony Mail Beta ②②ー Ambush Jewel 2
Ambush Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Ebony Vambraces Alpha ーーー
Coil G. Ebony Coil Beta ②①ー Jumping Jewel 2
Adapt Jewel 1
Greaves Dahaad Shardgreaves Beta ②ーー Jumping Jewel 2
Talisman Challenger Charm - -
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (4 Pieces) Guardian's Protection (3 Pieces)
Burst Lv5 Agitator Lv4
Guard Lv3 Artillery Lv3
Ambush Lv3 Load Shells Lv2
Evade Extender Lv2 Earplugs Lv1
Divine Blessing Lv1 Offensive Guard Lv
Adaptability Lv1

The strongest setup for the Gunlance's Wide Build uses G. Lawful Bors. With essential skills such as "Artillery" and "Load Shells", skills that increase Attack are the main focus. In multiplayer, it is recommended to change the Adapt Jewel to Brace Jewel and use Flinch Free.

Best Endgame Builds (HR40+)

Firetrail Quemador is Recommended

Weapon Sharpness
Gunlance Firetrail Quemador
Attack Element Affinity Defense
506 Fire 250 5% 0
Equipment Skill Guard Lv3
Shelling Normal Type - Slightly Strong
Decoration Magazine Jewel 1
Magazine Jewel 1
Attack Jewel 1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Ebony Helm Beta ②ーー Protection Jewel 1
Mail Gore Mail Beta ③①ー Grinder Jewel 1
Grinder Jewel 1
Vambraces G. Ebony Vambraces Alpha ーーー
Coil G. Ebony Coil Beta ②①ー Brace Jewel 1
Greaves G. Ebony Greaves Beta ②ーー -
Talisman Leaping Charm III - -
Mantle Rocksteady Mantle - -
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (4 Pieces) Guardian's Protection (3 Pieces)
Burst Lv5 Divine Blessing Lv3
Evade Extender Lv3 Guard Lv3
Evade Window Lv2 Load Shells Lv2
Speed Sharpening Lv2 Earplugs Lv1
Artillery Lv1 Flinch Free Lv

For the Normal Shell Type after HR40, use the final upgrade of the Quematrice weapon, Firetrail Quemador. When you reach HR40, you can create the Artillery Jewel and Magazine Jewel through the Melding Pot. "Load Shells" gained from Magazine Jewel is especially recommended as it increases reload speed and capacity.

White Cannnon is Recommended

Weapon Sharpness
Gunlance White Cannon
Attack Element Affinity Defense
552 Blast 400 -15% 30
Equipment Skill Guard Up Lv3
Shelling Long Type - Slightly Strong
Decoration Artillery Jewel III 3
Magazine Jewel II 2
Ironwall Jewel 1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Ebony Helm Beta ②ーー Protection Jewel 1
Mail Gore Mail Beta ③①ー Grinder Jewel 1
Grinder Jewel 1
Vambraces G. Ebony Vambraces Alpha ーーー
Coil G. Ebony Coil Beta ②①ー Brace Jewel 1
Greaves G. Ebony Greaves Beta ②ーー -
Talisman Leaping Charm III - -
Mantle Rocksteady Mantle - -
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (4 Pieces) Guardian's Protection (3 Pieces)
Burst Lv5 Divine Blessing 3 Lv4
Evade Extender Lv3 Guard Lv3
Evade Window Lv2 Load Shells Lv2
Speed Sharpening Lv2 Earplugs Lv1
Artillery Lv1 Flinch Free Lv

For the Long Shell Type after HR40, use the final upgrade of the Gravimos weapon, White Cannon. When you reach HR40, you can create the Artillery Jewel and Magazine Jewel through the Melding Pot. "Load Shells" gained from Magazine Jewel is especially recommended as it increases reload speed and capacity.

G. Lawful Bors is Recommended

Weapon Sharpness
Gunlance G. Lawful Bors
Attack Element Affinity Defense
552 Dragon 250 -10% 0
Equipment Skill Guard Lv2
Shelling Wide Type - Slightly Strong
Decoration Magazine-Ironwall Jewel 3
Artillery Jewel III 3
Guardian Jewel 1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Ebony Helm Beta ②ーー Protection Jewel 1
Mail Gore Mail Beta ③①ー Grinder Jewel 1
Grinder Jewel 1
Vambraces G. Ebony Vambraces Alpha ーーー
Coil G. Ebony Coil Beta ②①ー Brace Jewel 1
Greaves G. Ebony Greaves Beta ②ーー -
Talisman Leaping Charm III - -
Mantle Rocksteady Mantle - -
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (4 Piece) Guardian's Protection (3 Piece)
Burst Lv5 Divine Blessing 3 Lv4
Evade Extender Lv3 Guard Lv3
Evade Window Lv2 Load Shells Lv2
Speed Sharpening Lv2 Earplugs Lv1
Artillery Lv1 Flinch Free Lv

After HR40, the G. Lawful Bors is recommended for general use. When you reach HR40, you can create the Artillery Jewel and Magazine Jewel through the Melding Pot. "Load Shells" gained from Magazine Jewel is especially recommended as it increases reload speed and capacity.

Best Builds Up to HR40

Weapon Upgraded to Quematrice Culebrina IV

Weapon Name Sharpness
GunlanceQuematrice Culebrina IV
Attack Element Affinity Defense
460 Fire 220 5% 0
Equipment Skill Guard Lv3
Shelling Normal Type - Slightly Strong

The recommended weapon for the Normal-type Gunlance mid-High Rank is the "Hope Gunlance V". When you reach HR32, you can obtain materials from the High Rank Jin Dahaad to strengthen and raise your Sharpness and Attack at once.

Armor used is G. Ebony Odogaron Equipment

Armor Skill
Head G. Ebony Helm β Burst Lv2
Chest G. Ebony Mail β Earplugs Lv1
Arm G. Ebony Braces α Burst Lv2
Divine Blessing Lv1
Waist G. Ebony Coil β Burst Lv1
Legs Quematrice Greaves α Evade Extender Lv1
Flinch Free Lv1
Talisman Leaping Charm I Evade Extender Lv1
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (4 Pieces) Guardian's Protection (3 Pieces)
Burst Lv5 Guard Lv3
Evade Extender Lv2 Earplugs Lv1
Divine Blessing Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1

The recommended equipment for Gunlance in mid-High Rank is the "G. Ebony Odogaron" set. When you reach HR20, you can fight the High Rank "G. Ebony Odogaron" in Ruins of Wyveria to then upgrade your armor to the "G. Ebony Odogaron" set. By activating "Burst" and "Burst Boost", you can aim to consistently increase your damage.

Weapon Stays as White Gunlance I

Weapon Name Sharpness
GunlanceWhite Gunlance I
Attack Element Affinity Defense
506 Blast 220 -15% 30
Equipment Skill Guard Up Lv3
Shelling Long Type - Slightly Strong

The recommended weapon for the mid-High Rank of Long-type Gunlance is still “White Gunlance I”.

Armor used is G. Ebony Odogaron Equipment

Armor Skill
Head G. Ebony Helm β Burst Lv2
Chest G. Ebony Mail β Earplugs Lv1
Arm G. Ebony Braces α Burst Lv2
Divine Blessing Lv1
Waist G. Ebony Coil β Burst Lv1
Legs Quematrice Greaves α Evade Extender Lv1
Flinch Free Lv1
Talisman Leaping Charm I Evade Extender Lv1
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (4 Pieces) Guardian's Protection (3 Pieces)
Burst Lv5 Guard Lv3
Evade Extender Lv2 Earplugs Lv1
Divine Blessing Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1

The recommended equipment for Gunlance in mid-High Rank is the "G. Ebony Odogaron" set. When you reach HR20, you can fight the High Rank "G. Ebony Odogaron" in Ruins of Wyveria to then upgrade your armor to the "G. Ebony Odogaron" set. By activating "Burst" and "Burst Boost", you can aim to consistently increase your damage.

Weapon Stays as G. Veldian Hasta II

Weapon Name Sharpness
GunlanceG. Veldian Hasta II
Attack Element Affinity Defense
483 Dragon 210 -10% 0
Equipment Skill Guard Lv2
Shelling Wide Type - Slightly Strong

The recommended weapon for the mid-High Rank Wide-type Gunlance is "G. Veldian Hasta II". At this point, you can't strengthen it further and its status is low, so shelling is focused.”.

For Slashing-type Damage, Balahara Weapons are Recommended
Weapon Name Sharpness
GunlanceBalahara Exploder II
Attack Element Affinity Defense
437 Water 270 10 0
Equipment Skill Offensive Guard Lv3
Shelling Wide Type - Normal

"Balahara Exploder II" has "Normal" shelling power, but excellent sharpness. If you also want to use slash attacks, this is also recommended.

Armor used is G. Ebony Odogaron Equipment

Armor Skill
Head G. Ebony Helm β Burst Lv2
Chest G. Ebony Mail β Earplugs Lv1
Arm G. Ebony Braces α Burst Lv2
Divine Blessing Lv1
Waist G. Ebony Coil β Burst Lv1
Legs Quematrice Greaves α Evade Extender Lv1
Flinch Free Lv1
Talisman Leaping Charm I Evade Extender Lv1
Active Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (4 Pieces) Guardian's Protection (3 Pieces)
Burst Lv5 Guard Lv3
Evade Extender Lv2 Earplugs Lv1
Divine Blessing Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1

The recommended equipment for Gunlance in mid-High Rank is the "G. Ebony Odogaron" set. When you reach HR20, you can fight the High Rank "G. Ebony Odogaron" in Ruins of Wyveria to then upgrade your armor to the "G. Ebony Odogaron" set. By activating "Burst" and "Burst Boost", you can aim to consistently increase your damage.

Best Builds for Early High Rank

Weapon Upgraded to Quematrice Culebrina III

Weapon Name Sharpness
GunlanceQuematrice Culebrina III
Attack Element Affinity Defense Boost
391 Fire 200 5% 0
Weapon Skill Guard Lv2
Shelling Normal Type – Slightly Strong

The recommended early High-Rank Gunlance weapon is "Quematrice Culebrina III." Since it becomes available for upgrade in Chapter 4, enhance it as soon as possible.

Craft the White Gunlance I

Weapon Name Sharpness
GunlanceWhite Gunlance I
Attack Element Affinity Defense Bonus
506 Blast 340 -15% 30
Weapon Skill Guard Up Lv3
Shelling Long Type – Slightly Strong

The recommended early High-Rank Gunlance for the Long Type is the "White Gunlance". It becomes available in Chapter 4. While its Sharpness and negative Affinity may be concerns, once fully upgraded, it becomes an excellent weapon with improved Sharpness.

Weapon Upgraded to G. Veldian Hasta II

Weapon Name Sharpness
GunlanceG.Veldian Hasta II
Attack Boost Element Affinity Defense Bonus
483 Dragon 210 -10% 0
Weapon Skill Guard Lv2
Shelling Wide Type – Slightly Strong

The recommended early High-Rank Gunlance for the Wide Type is "G. Veldian Hasta II." Since it becomes available for upgrade in Chapter 4, upgrade it as soon as possible.

Doshaguma Equipment is Recommended for Armor.

Name Skill
Head Hirabami Headdress α Evade Window Lv1
Evade Extender Lv1
Chest Doshaguma Mail α Latent Power Lv1
Stamina Surge Lv1
Arms Doshaguma Braces α Stun Resistance Lv2
Stamina Surge Lv1
Waist Doshaguma Coil α Latent Power Lv2
Legs Doshaguma Greaves α Recovery Up Lv2
Free Meal Lv1
Talisman Leaping Charm I Evade Extender Lv1
Active Skills
Doshaguma's Might (4 pieces) Inspiring Pelt (3 pieces)
Latent Power Lv3 Stun Resistance Lv2
Recovery Up Lv2 Evade Extender Lv2
Stamina Surge Lv2 Evade Window Lv1
Evade Window Lv1 Free Meal Lv1

The recommended armor for early High Rank is Doshaguma Alpha that can be crafted in Chapter 4. While increasing Defense, it also uses Powerhouse II. Evade Extender is also powerful so Hirabami Headdress Alpha and Leaping Charm have been chosen.

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Best Equipment for Switch Axe

Switch Axe

General-Purpose Paralysis Build

Weapon Sharpness
Switch Axe Icon Mundus Altus
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
787 Paralysis 80 5% 0
Decoration Quickswitch/HandicraftJwl 3
Focus-Handicraft Jewel 3
Enhancer-Handicraft Jewel 3
Phial Power Phial
Element Type Paralysis Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Basic Attack Reinforcement x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Jumping Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Challenger Jewel 3
Jumping Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Protection Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Jumping Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Tenderizer Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece) Agitator Lv5
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Antivirus Lv3
Rapid Morph Lv3 Power Prolonger Lv3
Evade Extender Lv3 Divine Blessing Lv3
Focus Lv3 Handicraft Lv3
Constitution Lv2 Flinch Free Lv1

This setup is a highly versatile build that utilizes the Paralysis variant of the Artian weapon "Mundus Altus", specializing in keeping a high Attack stat. All its bonuses prioritize physical Attack, with Affinity reaching up to a maximum of 95% under optimal conditions. To support gauge buildup and buff duration for Power Phial, this build includes both Focus and Power Prolonger. Additionally, Evade Extender Lv3 ensures smooth movement while in Sword Mode.

Weapon Sharpness
Switch Axe Icon Mundus Altus
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
717 Paralysis 200 5% 0
Decoration Quickswitch/Handicraft Jwl 3
Paralyzer Jewel III 3
Enhancer-Handicraft Jewel 3
Phial Power Phial
Element Type Paralysis Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Element Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Jumping Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Challenger Jewel 3
Jumping Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Protection Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Jumping Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Tenderizer Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece) Agitator Lv5
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Antivirus Lv3
Rapid Morph Lv3 Paralysis Attack Lv3
Power Prolonger Lv3 Evade Extender Lv3
Divine Blessing Lv3 Constitution Lv2
Handicraft Lv2 Flinch Free Lv1

This is the most recommended build for a general-purpose Paralysis Switch Axe build that focuses on increasing the chances of inflicting Paralysis. Since Paralysis allows you to immobilize monsters multiple times, this build would shine more in multiplayer rather than solo play. Due to the inclusion of Paralyzer Jewel 3, Focus Lv3 is not activated, so be aware that gauge buildup will be slower.

Best Builds for All Elements

Weapon Sharpness
Switch Axe Icon Mundus Altus
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
717 Fire 400 5% 0
Decoration Blaze-Handicraft Jewel 3
Quickswitch-Handicraft Jewel 3
Mastery Jewel 3
Phial Element Phial
Element Type Fire Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Element Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Jumping Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Jumping Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Protection Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Jumping Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece) Agitator Lv5
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Antivirus Lv3
Fire Attack Lv3 Rapid Morph Lv3
Evade Extender Lv3 Divine Blessing Lv3
Constitution Lv2 Handicraft Lv2
Flinch FreeLv1 Master's TouchLv1

The strongest recommended Fire build for Switch Axe uses the Fire Variant of the Artian weapon "Mundus Altus". In order to take advantage of the Master's Touch that is included in the weapon's decoration, the build is configured to have some means of increasing Affinity. Evade distance Lv3 is also included, so movement in Sword Mode becomes a lot more comfortable.

Weapon Sharpness
Switch Axe Icon Mundus Altus
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
717 Water 400 5% 0
Decoration Stream-Handicraft Jewel 3
Quickswitch-Handicraft Jewel 3
Mastery Jewel 3
Phial Element Phial
Element Type Water Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Element Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Jumping Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Jumping Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Protection Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Jumping Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece) Agitator Lv5
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Antivirus Lv3
Water Attack Lv3 Rapid Morph Lv3
Evade Extender Lv3 Divine Blessing Lv3
Constitution Lv2 Handicraft Lv2
Flinch FreeLv1 Master's TouchLv1

The strongest recommended Water build for Switch Axe uses the Water Variant of the Artian weapon "Mundus Altus". In order to take advantage of the Master's Touch that is included in the weapon's decoration, the build is configured to have some means of increasing Affinity. Evade distance Lv3 is also included, so movement in Sword Mode becomes a lot more comfortable.

Weapon Sharpness
Switch Axe Icon Mundus Altus
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
717 Thunder 400 5% 0
Decoration Bolt-Handicraft Jewel 3
Quickswitch-Handicraft Jewel 3
Mastery Jewel 3
Phial Element Phial
Element Type Thunder Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Element Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Jumping Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Jumping Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Protection Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Jumping Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece) Agitator Lv5
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Antivirus Lv3
Thunder Attack Lv3 Rapid Morph Lv3
Evade Extender Lv3 Divine Blessing Lv3
Constitution Lv2 Handicraft Lv2
Flinch FreeLv1 Master's TouchLv1

The strongest recommended Thunder build for Switch Axe uses the Thunder Variant of the Artian weapon "Mundus Altus". In order to take advantage of the Master's Touch that is included in the weapon's decoration, the build is configured to have some means of increasing Affinity. Evade distance Lv3 is also included, so movement in Sword Mode becomes a lot more comfortable.

Weapon Sharpness
Switch Axe Icon Mundus Altus
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
717 Ice 400 5% 0
Decoration Frost-Handicraft Jewel 3
Quickswitch-Handicraft Jewel 3
Mastery Jewel 3
Phial Element Phial
Element Type Ice Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Element Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Jumping Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Jumping Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Protection Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Jumping Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece) Agitator Lv5
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Antivirus Lv3
Ice Attack Lv3 Rapid Morph Lv3
Evade Extender Lv3 Divine Blessing Lv3
Constitution Lv2 Handicraft Lv2
Flinch FreeLv1 Master's TouchLv1

The strongest recommended Ice build for Switch Axe uses the Ice Variant of the Artian weapon "Mundus Altus". In order to take advantage of the Master's Touch that is included in the weapon's decoration, the build is configured to have some means of increasing Affinity. Evade distance Lv3 is also included, so movement in Sword Mode becomes a lot more comfortable.

Weapon Sharpness
Switch Axe Icon Mundus Altus
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
717 Dragon 400 5% 0
Decoration Dragon-Handicraft Jewel 3
Quickswitch-Handicraft Jewel 3
Mastery Jewel 3
Phial Element Phial
Element Type Dragon Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Element Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Jumping Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Jumping Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Protection Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Jumping Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece) Agitator Lv5
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Antivirus Lv3
Dragon Attack Lv3 Rapid Morph Lv3
Evade Extender Lv3 Divine Blessing Lv3
Constitution Lv2 Handicraft Lv2
Flinch FreeLv1 Master's TouchLv1

The strongest recommended Dragon build for Switch Axe uses the Dragon Variant of the Artian weapon "Mundus Altus". In order to take advantage of the Master's Touch that is included in the weapon's decoration, the build is configured to have some means of increasing Affinity. Evade distance Lv3 is also included, so movement in Sword Mode becomes a lot more comfortable.

General-Purpose Blast Build

Weapon Sharpness
Switch Axe Icon Mundus Altus
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
787 Blast 130 5% 0
Decoration Quickswitch/Handicraft Jwl 3
Focus-Handicraft Jewel 3
Enhancer-Handicraft Jewel 3
Phial Power Phial
Element Type Blast Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x4
Sharpness Boost x1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Jumping Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Jumping Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Protection Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Jumping Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece) Agitator Lv5
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Antivirus Lv3
Rapid Morph Lv3 Focus Lv3
Power Prolonger Lv3 Evade Extender Lv3
Divine Blessing Lv3 Handicraft Lv3
ConstitutionLv2 Flinch FreeLv1

The strongest recommended Blast build for Switch Axe uses the Blast Variant of the Artian weapon "Mundus Altus". Since Blast cannot be enhanced using any of the Artian bonuses, this weapon has the advantage of being used similarly to a general-purpose Fire build.. Ideally, the various bonuses should be inclined towards enhancing Attack so that you can take advantage of the Power Phial. Additionally, this setup provides high maximum possible Affinity of about 95%, so if you feel that you don't need Focus or Power Prolonger that much, you can slot in Critical Jewel III 3 instead.

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Best Equipment for Charge Blade

Charge Blade
Table of Contents (Tap to Move)
General-Purpose BuildEndgame
Up to HR40Early High Rank

Best General-Purpose Build

Weapon Sharpness
Charge Blade IconChrono Gear
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
810 Paralysis 100 5% 0
Decoration Guardian-Ironwall Jewel 3
Magazine-Handicraft Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Phial Type Element Phial
Element Type Paralysis Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Sharpness Boost x1
Attack Boost x4
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Challenger Jewel 3
Tenderizer Jewel 3
Vambraces G. Fulgur Vambraces Alpha ①ーー Physique Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Counter Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Weakness Exploit Lv3
Constitution Lv3 Antivirus Lv3
Maximum Might Lv3 Offensive Guard Lv3
Critical Boost Lv3 Load Shells Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1 Counterstrike Lv1
Burst Lv1 Guard Lv1
Handicraft Lv1

This general-purpose Charge Blade build is recommended to make use of the Paralysis variant of the Artian weapon "Chrono Gear". Fulgur Anjanath's Will (Second Wind I) increases your upper Stamina limit by adding a secondary Stamina bar, which doesn't end the effect provided by Maximum Might even if this stamina is used. This makes the build's Affinity relatively stable, and thanks to Agitator, your Affinity can reach up to 90% when the monster is enraged even without taking damage.

Weapon Sharpness
Charge Blade IconChrono Gear
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
738 Paralysis 300 5% 0
Decoration Crit Stat-Ironwall Jewel 3
Magazine-Handicraft Jewel 3
Paralyzer Jewel III 3
Phial Type Element Phial
Element Type Paralysis Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Sharpness Boost x1
Element Boost x4
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Challenger Jewel 3
Tenderizer Jewel 3
Vambraces G. Fulgur Vambraces Alpha ①ーー Physique Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Counter Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Agitator Lv3
Constitution Lv3 Antivirus Lv3
Maximum Might Lv3 Critical Status Lv3
Paralysis Attack Lv2 Load Shells Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1 Counterstrike Lv1
Burst Lv1 Guard Lv1
Handicraft Lv1
This is a Paralysis-focused build for the Charge Blade using the Artian weapon "Chrono Gear". Use the Reinforcement Bonus "Element Boost" when forging the Artian Weapon to increase the effectiveness of Paralysis. Because of the inclusion of "Critical Status", this build is configured to take advantage of "Weakness Exploit Lv5", unlike the attack-focused build.

Best Endgame Build

Weapon Sharpness
Charge Blade Lala Eumenophor
Attack Element Affinity Defense
720 Paralysis 250 15% 0
Weapon Skills Critical Draw Lv2
Critical Status Lv1
Phial Type Impact Phial
Decoration Magazine-Ironwall Jewel 3
Critical Jewel II 2
Critical Jewel 1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Fulgur Vambraces Alpha ①ーー Physique Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Counter Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Fulgur Anjanath's Will (2 Piece) Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Weakness Exploit Lv3
Constitution Lv3 Antivirus Lv3
Maximum Might Lv3 Critical Boost Lv3
Critical Draw Lv2 Load Shells Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1 Critical Status Lv1
Counterstrike Lv1 Burst Lv1
Guard Lv1

This is the recommended setup for Charge Blade after HR 40. Even if the Stamina increased by “Fulgur Anjanath's Will (Second Wind I)” is reduced, the effect provided of “Maximum Might” will not be lost. This helps to keep Affinity relatively stable while ensuring up to 100% Affinity when the monster is enraged even without wound hits.

Best Build Up to HR40

Barina Bouclier IV

Weapon Name Sharpness
Charge BladeBarina Bouclier IV
Attack Element Affinity Defense Boost
648 Paralysis 210 15% 0
Weapon Skills Critical Draw Lv2
Critical Status Lv1
Phial Type Impact Phial

For Charged Blade at HR40, we recommend using Barina Bouclier IV. The openings provided by Paralysis will be incredibly useful here since you'll start facing stronger monsters at this point in the game.

Use Guardian Ebony Odogaron Armor

Name Skills
Head G. Ebony Helm β Burst Lv2
Chest G. Ebony Mail β Earplugs Lv1
Arms G. Ebony Arms α Burst Lv2
Divine Blessing Lv1
Waist G. Ebony Coil β Burst Lv1
Legs Ajarakan Greaves β Partbreaker Lv2
Talisman Hope Charm Recovery Up Lv1
Self-Improvement Lv1
Activated Skills
Ebony Odogaron's Power (4 pieces) Guardian's Protection (3 pieces)
Burst Lv5 Partbreaker Lv2
Critical Draw Lv2 Earplugs Lv1
Divine Blessing Lv1 Self-Improvement Lv1
Recovery Up Lv1 Critical Status Lv1

In Chapter 5, you can craft the High Rank Ebony Odogaron Equipment.This build activates 'Burst,' which works well with Power Axe Mode. Additionally, Charge Blade's Focus Strike allows for a smooth transition into Power Axe Mode, and the Ajarakan legs with 'Partbreaker' increase damage to broken parts, boosting Wound damage.

Best Early High Rank Build

Doshaguma or Ajarakan Armor

Weapon Name Sharpness
Charge Blade Barina Bouclier II
Attack Element Affinity Defense Boost
432 Paralysis 130 15% 0
Weapon Skills Critical DrawLv1
Critical Status Lv1
Phial Type Impact Phial

Barina Bouclier II is recommended for the early High Rank. Since paralyzed monsters can be attacked consecutively, fighting in both SAED mode and Power Ax mode should be relatively easy.

Doshaguma or Ajarakan Armor

Name Skills
Head Rathalos Helm α Evade Window Lv2
Constitution Lv1
Chest Doshaguma Mail α Latent Power Lv1
Stamina Surge Lv1
Arms Ajarakan Vambraces α Bombardier Lv2
Partbreaker Lv1
Waist Doshaguma Coil α Latent Power Lv2
Legs Ajarakan Greaves α Partbreaker Lv2
Resentment Lv1
Charm Evasion Charm I Evade Window Lv1
Active Skills
Doshaguma's Might (2 pieces) Inspiring Pelt (3 pieces)
Evade Window Lv3 Latent Power Lv3
Partbreaker Lv3 Bombardier Lv2
Constitution Lv1 Stamina Surge Lv1
Resentment Lv1 Critical Draw Lv1
Critical Status Lv1

Starting from Chapter 4, you'll enter High Rank, so it's recommended to update your armor and increase your Defense. The Charge Blade benefits from Focus Strike, making the Ajarakan α set ideal for activating 'Partbreaker Lv3.' Additionally, the Doshaguma α set with 'Doshaguma's Might' enhances damage through Power Clash.

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Best Equipment for Insect Glaive

Insect Glaive
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General-PurposeEndgame
Up to HR40Early High Rank

General-Purpose Build

Weapon Sharpness
Insect Glaive Diprielcha
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
697 Paralysis 80 5% 0
Decoration Critical Jewel III 3
Flight-Attack Jewel 3
Attack Jewel 3
Kinsects Arkmaiden
Element Type Paralysis Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Sharpness Boost x1
Attack Boost x4
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Dahaad Shardhelm Beta ②②ー Mighty Jewel 2
Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Gore Mail Alpha ③ーー Challenger Jewel 3
Vambraces Gore Vambraces Beta ②②ー Mighty Jewel 2
Counter Jewel 2
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Challenger Jewel 3
Counter Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Physique Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny(4 Piece) Scale Layering(3 Piece)
AgitatorLv5 ConstitutionLv4
AttackLv4 Evade WindowLv3
AntivirusLv3 Critical BoostLv3
Maximum MightLv3 CounterstrikeLv2
Flinch FreeLv1 AirborneLv1
BurstLv1

'Black Eclipse II' increases Attack during Frenzy and after overcoming it. This build prioritizes Attack Up when combined with 'Agitator Lv5.' Affinity reaches 75% with 'Maximum Might,' 'Agitator,' and 'Antivirus.'

Best Endgame Build

Weapon Sharpness
Insect Glaive Lala Stromatopelm
Attack Element Affinity Defense
620 Paralysis 200 15% 0
Weapon Skills Critical Draw Lv2
Critical Status Lv1
Kinsects Arkmaiden
Decoration Critical Jewel III 3
Flight Jewel 2
Critical Jewel 1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Dahaad Shardhelm Beta ②②ー Mighty Jewel 2
Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Gore Mail Beta ③ーー Challenger Jewel 3
Vambraces Gore Vambraces Beta ②②ー Mighty Jewel 2
Counter Jewel 2
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Challenger Jewel 3
Counter Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Physique Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Scale Layering (3 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Constitution Lv4
Critical Boost Lv4 Evade Window Lv3
Antivirus Lv3 Maximum Might Lv3
Critical Draw Lv2 Counterstrike Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1 Critical Status Lv1
Airborne Lv1 Burst Lv1

'Black Eclipse II' increases Attack when afflicted with Frenzy and upon overcoming it. This build is specialized for Attack when combined with 'Agitator Lv5'. Maintaining 'Maximum Might' allows for an 85% Affinity. If you can manage your Stamina, this setup provides higher Firepower compared to the 'Second Wind' type.

Best Build 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 Early Game Build

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 Equipment for Bow

Bow
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5 Elemental BuildsGeneral-Purpose

Best Builds for All Elements

Weapon
Bow IconAngelbein
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
276 Fire 210 5% 0
Decoration Blaze-Precise Jewel 3
Bandolier-Precise Jewel 3
Spread Jewel 3
Coating Close-range Coating
Element Type Fire Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x5
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Protection Jewel 1
Mail Gore Mail Alpha ③ーー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Phoenix Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Scale Layering (3 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Constitution Lv5
Antivirus Lv3 Agitator Lv3
Evade Window Lv3 Fire Attack Lv3
Tetrad Shot Lv3 Ballistics Lv2
Coalescence Lv2 Divine Blessing Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1 Spread-Power Shots Lv1

This is the recommended strongest equipment for the Bow Fire Element Build, featuring an Artian Bow. When conditions are met, the maximum Affinity reaches 99%. Since the coating is Close-range Coating, be sure to fight at close range.

Weapon
Bow IconAngelbein
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
276 Water 210 5% 0
Decoration Stream-Precise Jewel 3
Bandolier-Precise Jewel 3
Spread Jewel 3
Coating Close-range Coating
Element Type Water Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x5
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Protection Jewel 1
Mail Gore Mail Alpha ③ーー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Phoenix Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Scale Layering (3 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Constitution Lv5
Antivirus Lv3 Agitator Lv3
Evade Window Lv3 Water Attack Lv3
Tetrad Shot Lv3 Ballistics Lv2
Coalescence Lv2 Divine Blessing Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1 Spread-Power Shots Lv1

This is the recommended strongest equipment for the Bow Water Element Build, featuring an Artian Bow. When conditions are met, the maximum Affinity reaches 99%. Since the coating is Close-range Coating, be sure to fight at close range.

Weapon
Bow IconAngelbein
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
276 Thunder 210 5% 0
Decoration Bolt-Precise Jewel 3
Bandolier-Precise Jewel 3
Spread Jewel 3
Coating Power Coating
Element Type Thunder Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x5
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Protection Jewel 1
Mail Gore Mail Alpha ③ーー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Phoenix Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Scale Layering (3 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Constitution Lv5
Antivirus Lv3 Agitator Lv3
Evade Window Lv3 Thunder Attack Lv3
Tetrad Shot Lv3 Ballistics Lv2
Coalescence Lv2 Divine Blessing Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1 Spread-Power Shots Lv1

This is the recommended strongest equipment for the Bow Thunder Element Build, featuring an Artian Bow. When conditions are met, the maximum Affinity reaches 99%. Since the coating is Power Coating, be sure to fight around close to mid range.

Weapon
Bow IconAngelbein
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
276 Ice 210 5% 0
Decoration Frost-Precise Jewel 3
Bandolier-Precise Jewel 3
Spread Jewel 3
Coating Piercing Coating
Element Type Ice Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x5
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Protection Jewel 1
Mail Gore Mail Alpha ③ーー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Phoenix Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Scale Layering (3 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Constitution Lv5
Antivirus Lv3 Agitator Lv3
Evade Window Lv3 Ice Attack Lv3
Tetrad Shot Lv3 Ballistics Lv2
Coalescence Lv2 Divine Blessing Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1 Spread-Power Shots Lv1

This is the recommended strongest equipment for the Bow Ice Element Build, featuring an Artian Bow. It is especially recommended because it is an Ice-elemental Bow with Pierce Coating, which is not found in other craftable weapons. Since Pierce Coating increases the number of hits from Dragon Piercer, use it with Arc Shot, or use Dragon Piercer to close out a combo when Stamina is about to run out. When conditions are met, the maximum Affinity reaches 99%.

Weapon
Bow Icon G. Renowned Tristram
Attack Element Affinity Defense
288 Dragon 150 -10% 0
Weapon Skill Focus Lv2
Coating Close-range Coating
Decoration Dragon-Precise Jewel 3
Spread Jewel 3
Critical Jewel 1
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Protection Jewel 1
Mail Gore Mail Alpha ③ーー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Phoenix Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Scale Layering (3 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Constitution Lv5
Antivirus Lv3 Agitator Lv3
Evade Window Lv3 Ice Attack Lv3
Tetrad Shot Lv3 Ballistics Lv2
Coalescence Lv2 Divine Blessing Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1 Spread-Power Shots Lv1

This is the recommended strongest equipment for the Bow's Dragon Element Build that uses G. Renowned Tristram. When the conditions are met, the maximum Affinity will be at 72% and will have a higher damage than the Artian Bow. Since the coating is Close-range Coating, be sure to fight at close range.

General-Purpose Paralysis Build

Weapon
Bow Icon Angelbein
(Artian)
Attack Element Affinity Defense
276 Paralysis 5% 0
Decoration Bandolier-Precise Jewel 3
Spread Jewel 3
Critical Jewel III 3
Coating Pierce Coating
Element Type Paralysis Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x5
Armor Slot Decoration
Head Gore Helm β ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Protection Jewel 1
Chest Gore Mail α ③ーー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Arms G. Arkveld Vambraces β ①①① Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Physique Jewel 1
Waist Gore Coil β ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Refresh Jewel 2
Legs Gore Greaves β ③①① Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Scale Layering (3 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Constitution Lv5
Antivirus Lv3 Agitator Lv3
Critical Boost Lv3 Evade Window Lv3
Tetrad Shot Lv3 Ballistics Lv1
Coalescence Lv1 Divine Blessing Lv1
Flinch Free Lv1 Spread-Power Shots Lv1
Stamina Surge Lv1

This is the recommended strongest set for a non-elemental build with Bow's Artian Weapon, Angelbein. It can be used as a general-purpose equipment in multiplayer as well since it is non-elemental and can also shoot Paralysis Coatings.

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Best Equipment for Light Bowgun

Light Bowgun
Table of Contents (Tap to Move)
4 Rapid Fire Elemental BuildsPierce Ammo-Rapid Fire

4 Elemental Builds for Rapid Fire Light Bowgun

Weapon Mods
Light Bowgun Icon 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
Ammo Data
Ammo
Lv
Capacity
Rapid Fire
Normal Ammo
Lv2
4
Pierce Ammo
Lv2
4
-
Spread Ammo
Lv2
4
-
Flaming Ammo
Lv2
6
Tranq Ammo
Lv1
6
-
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Mail Gore Mail Beta ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Vambraces Gore Vambraces Beta ②②ー Jumping Jewel 2
Jumping Jewel 2
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Counterattack Jewel 3
Adapt Jewel 1
Greaves Dahaad Shardgreaves Beta ②ーー Phoenix Jewel 2
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Scale Layering (3 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Evade Window Lv4
Constitution Lv3 Antivirus Lv3
Fire Attack Lv3 Opening Shot Lv3
Coalescence Lv2 Evade Extender Lv2
Rapid Fire Up Lv1 Burst Lv1
Adrenaline Rush Lv1 Adaptability Lv1
Focus Lv1 Ballistics Lv1

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
Light Bowgun Icon 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
Ammo Data
Ammo
Lv
Capacity
Rapid Fire
Normal Ammo
Lv2
4
Pierce Ammo
Lv2
4
-
Spread Ammo
Lv2
4
-
Water Ammo
Lv2
6
Tranq Ammo
Lv1
6
-
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Mail Gore Mail Beta ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Vambraces Gore Vambraces Beta ②②ー Jumping Jewel 2
Jumping Jewel 2
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Counterattack Jewel 3
Adapt Jewel 1
Greaves Dahaad Shardgreaves Beta ②ーー Phoenix Jewel 2
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Scale Layering (3 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Evade Window Lv4
Constitution Lv3 Antivirus Lv3
Water Attack Lv3 Opening Shot Lv3
Coalescence Lv2 Evade Extender Lv2
Rapid Fire Up Lv1 Burst Lv1
Adrenaline Rush Lv1 Adaptability Lv1
Focus Lv1 Ballistics Lv1

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
Light Bowgun Icon 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
Ammo Data
Ammo
Lv
Capacity
Rapid Fire
Normal Ammo
Lv2
4
Pierce Ammo
Lv2
4
-
Spread Ammo
Lv2
4
-
Thunder Ammo
Lv2
6
Tranq Ammo
Lv1
6
-
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Mail Gore Mail Beta ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Vambraces Gore Vambraces Beta ②②ー Jumping Jewel 2
Jumping Jewel 2
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Counterattack Jewel 3
Adapt Jewel 1
Greaves Dahaad Shardgreaves Beta ②ーー Phoenix Jewel 2
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Scale Layering (3 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Evade Window Lv4
Constitution Lv3 Antivirus Lv3
Thunder Attack Lv3 Opening Shot Lv3
Coalescence Lv2 Evade Extender Lv2
Rapid Fire Up Lv1 Burst Lv1
Adrenaline Rush Lv1 Adaptability Lv1
Focus Lv1 Ballistics Lv1

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
Light Bowgun Icon 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
Ammo Data
Ammo
Lv
Capacity
Rapid Fire
Normal Ammo
Lv2
4
Pierce Ammo
Lv2
4
-
Spread Ammo
Lv2
4
-
Freeze Ammo
Lv2
6
Tranq Ammo
Lv1
6
-
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Challenger Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Mail Gore Mail Beta ③①ー Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Vambraces Gore Vambraces Beta ②②ー Jumping Jewel 2
Jumping Jewel 2
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Counterattack Jewel 3
Adapt Jewel 1
Greaves Dahaad Shardgreaves Beta ②ーー Phoenix Jewel 2
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Scale Layering (3 Piece)
Agitator Lv5 Evade Window Lv4
Constitution Lv3 Antivirus Lv3
Ice Attack Lv3 Opening Shot Lv3
Coalescence Lv2 Evade Extender Lv2
Rapid Fire Up Lv1 Burst Lv1
Adrenaline Rush Lv1 Adaptability Lv1
Focus Lv1 Ballistics Lv1

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.

General Purpose Build for Piercing Rapid Fire Light Bowgun

Weapon Mod
Light Bowgun Icon Szelatya Clairgun Pierce Ammo Magazine
Rapid Fire Mod
Attack Affinity Defense
286 0% 0
Weapon Skills Opening ShotLv2
SluggerLv1
Special Ammo Adhesive Ammo
Decoration Pierce Jewel 3
Precise Jewel II 2
Opener 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
-
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 2
Sane Jewel 1
Mail Gore Mail Beta ③①ー Tenderizer Jewel 2
Sane Jewel 1
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Protection Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Protection Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Evasion Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Physique Jewel 1
Adapt Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Scale Layering (3 Piece)
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Evade Window Lv4
Constitution Lv3 Antivirus Lv3
Evade Extender Lv3 Opening Shot Lv3
Divine Blessing Lv3 Ballistics Lv2
Coalescence Lv1 Flinch Free Lv1
Slugger Lv1 Piercing Shots Lv1
Burst Lv1 Adaptability Lv1

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.

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Best Equipment for Heavy Bowgun

Heavy Bowgun
Table of Contents (Tap to Move)
4 Elemental BuildNormal Ammo - Pierce Ammo

Best Builds for 4 Elements

Dragon Element is not included due to its low practicality.

Weapon Mods
Heavy Bowgun Icon Greifen
(Artian)
Element Ammo Powder
Ignition Mod
Attack Affinity Defense
330 5% 0
Decoration Blaze-Precise Jewel 3
Bandolier-Precise Jewel 3
Crit Element-Precise Jewel 3
Special Ammo Wyvernheart Ignition
Wyverncounter Ignition
Ignition/Type Ignition Gauge Recovery Lv1
Ignition Mode ST II
Element Type Fire Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x3
Capacity Boost x2
Ammo Data
Ammo
Lv
Capacity
Normal Ammo
Lv2
4
Pierce Ammo
Lv2
4
Spread Ammo
Lv2
5
Flaming Ammo
Lv2
8
Tranq Ammo
Lv1
6
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Challenger Jewel 3
Adapt Jewel 1
Mail Blango Mail Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Vambraces Gore Vambraces Beta ②②ー Mighty Jewel 2
Mighty Jewel 2
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Chain Jewel 3
Phoenix Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (4 Piece) Scale Layering (3 Piece)
AgitatorLv5 ConstitutionLv3
AntivirusLv3 CoalescenceLv2
Fire AttackLv3 Tetrad ShotLv3
Critical ElementLv3 Maximum MightLv3
BallisticsLv3 Evade WindowLv2
BurstLv2 AdaptabilityLv1
Flinch FreeLv1

This is an equipment setup for the Artian Heavy Bowgun using Flaming Ammo. Even when conditions are optimal, the maximum Affinity caps at 75%, so to ensure stable damage without relying on critical hits, Attack is boosted with bonuses. While the Reinforcement Bonus can be adjusted to increase Affinity instead of Attack, make sure to at least get Capacity Boost x2.

Weapon Mods
Heavy Bowgun Icon Greifen
(Artian)
Element Ammo Powder
Ignition Mod
Attack Affinity Defense
330 5% 0
Decoration Stream-Precise Jewel 3
Bandolier-Precise Jewel 3
Crit Element-Precise Jewel 3
Special Ammo Wyvernheart Ignition
Wyverncounter Ignition
Ignition/Type Ignition Gauge Recovery Lv1
Ignition Mode ST II
Element Type Water Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x3
Capacity Boost x2
Ammo Data
Ammo
Lv
Capacity
Normal Ammo
Lv2
4
Pierce Ammo
Lv2
4
Spread Ammo
Lv2
5
Water Ammo
Lv2
8
Tranq Ammo
Lv1
6
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Challenger Jewel 3
Adapt Jewel 1
Mail Blango Mail Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Vambraces Gore Vambraces Beta ②②ー Mighty Jewel 2
Mighty Jewel 2
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Chain Jewel 3
Phoenix Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny(4 Piece) Scale Layering(3 Piece)
AgitatorLv5 ConstitutionLv3
AntivirusLv3 CoalescenceLv2
Water AttackLv3 Tetrad ShotLv3
Critical ElementLv3 Maximum MightLv3
BallisticsLv3 Evade WindowLv2
BurstLv2 AdaptabilityLv1
Flinch FreeLv1

This equipment setup for the Artian Heavy Bowgun is designed for Water Ammo. Even under optimal conditions, the maximum Affinity is capped at 75%. To ensure stable damage without relying on critical hits, Attack is boosted with bonuses. While the Reinforcement Bonus can be adjusted to focus on Affinity instead of Attack, make sure to at least get Capacity Boost x2.

Weapon Mods
Heavy Bowgun Icon Greifen
(Artian)
Element Ammo Powder
Ignition Mod
Attack Affinity Defense
330 5% 0
Decoration Bolt-Precise Jewel 3
Bandolier-Precise Jewel 3
Crit Element-Precise Jewel 3
Special Ammo Wyvernheart Ignition
Wyverncounter Ignition
Ignition/Type Ignition Gauge Recovery Lv1
Ignition Mode ST II
Element Type Thunder Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x3
Capacity Boost x2
Ammo Data
Ammo
Lv
Capacity
Normal Ammo
Lv2
4
Pierce Ammo
Lv2
4
Spread Ammo
Lv2
5
Thunder Ammo
Lv2
8
Tranq Ammo
Lv1
6
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Challenger Jewel 3
Adapt Jewel 1
Mail Blango Mail Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Vambraces Gore Vambraces Beta ②②ー Mighty Jewel 2
Mighty Jewel 2
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Chain Jewel 3
Phoenix Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny(4 Piece) Scale Layering(3 Piece)
AgitatorLv5 ConstitutionLv3
AntivirusLv3 CoalescenceLv2
Thunder AttackLv3 Tetrad ShotLv3
Critical ElementLv3 Maximum MightLv3
BallisticsLv3 Evade WindowLv2
BurstLv2 AdaptabilityLv1
Flinch FreeLv1

This equipment setup for the Artian Heavy Bowgun is designed for Thunder Ammo. Even under optimal conditions, the maximum Affinity is capped at 75%. To ensure stable damage without relying on critical hits, Attack is boosted with bonuses. While the Reinforcement Bonus can be adjusted to focus on Affinity instead of Attack, make sure to at least secure Capacity Boost x2.

Weapon Mods
Heavy Bowgun Icon Greifen
(Artian)
Element Ammo Powder
Ignition Mod
Attack Affinity Defense
330 5% 0
Decoration Frost-Precise Jewel 3
Bandolier-Precise Jewel 3
Crit Element-Precise Jewel 3
Special Ammo Wyvernheart Ignition
Wyverncounter Ignition
Ignition/Type Ignition Gauge Recovery Lv1
Ignition Mode ST II
Element Type Ice Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x3
Capacity Boost x2
Ammo Data
Ammo
Lv
Capacity
Normal Ammo
Lv2
4
Pierce Ammo
Lv2
4
Spread Ammo
Lv2
5
Freeze Ammo
Lv2
8
Tranq Ammo
Lv1
6
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm Gore Helm Beta ③①ー Challenger Jewel 3
Adapt Jewel 1
Mail Blango Mail Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Vambraces Gore Vambraces Beta ②②ー Mighty Jewel 2
Mighty Jewel 2
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Chain Jewel 3
Phoenix Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Chain Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny(4 Piece) Scale Layering(3 Piece)
AgitatorLv5 ConstitutionLv3
AntivirusLv3 CoalescenceLv2
Ice AttackLv3 Tetrad ShotLv3
Critical ElementLv3 Maximum MightLv3
BallisticsLv3 Evade WindowLv2
BurstLv2 AdaptabilityLv1
Flinch FreeLv1

This equipment setup for the Artian Heavy Bowgun is designed for Freeze Ammo. Even under optimal conditions, the maximum Affinity is capped at 75%. To ensure stable damage without relying on critical hits, Attack is boosted with bonuses. While the Reinforcement Bonus can be adjusted to focus on Affinity instead of Attack, make sure to at least secure Capacity Boost x2.

Normal Ammo or Pierce Ammo Build

Weapon Mods
Heavy Bowgun Icon Greifen
(Artian)
Pierce Ammo Magazine
Pierce Ammo Powder
Attack Affinity Defense
330 5% 0
Decoration Pierce Jewel 3
Bandolier-Precise Jewel 3
Opener-Precise Jewel 3
Special Ammo Wyvernheart Ignition
Wyverncounter Ignition
Ignition/Type Ignition Gauge Recovery Lv1
Ignition Mode ST I
Element Type Paralysis Element Type x3
Production Attack Infusion x3
Reinforcement Attack Boost x3
Capacity Boost x2
Ammo Data
Ammo
Lv
Capacity
Normal Ammo
Lv2
5
Pierce Ammo
Lv2
4
Spread Ammo
Lv2
5
Paralysis Ammo
Lv2
6
Thunder Ammo
Lv2
7
Tranq Ammo
Lv1
6
Armor Slot Decoration
Helm G. Fulgur Helm Beta ②ーー Mighty Jewel 2
Mail Arkvulcan Mail Beta ③②ー Challenger Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Vambraces G. Arkveld Vambraces Beta ①①① Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Sheath Jewel 1
Coil Gore Coil Beta ③②ー Tenderizer Jewel 3
Mighty Jewel 2
Greaves Gore Greaves Beta ③①① Tenderizer Jewel 3
Sane Jewel 1
Sane Jewel 1
Talisman Challenger Charm II - -
Active Skills
Gore Magala's Tyranny (2 Piece) Agitator Lv5
Weakness Exploit Lv5 Antivirus Lv3
Tetrad Shot Lv3 Opening Shot Lv3
Maximum Might Lv3 Quick Sheath Lv3
Constitution Lv2 Ballistics Lv2
Flinch Free Lv1 Piercing Shots Lv1

This is the recommended best equipment for the Heavy Bowgun with the Artian weapon, optimized for Pierce Ammo. Since Pierce Ammo can only shoot 2 rounds by default, make sure to get at least Capacity Boost x2. In addition to Pierce Ammo, it can also fire Paralysis Ammo Lv2, providing crowd control capabilities in multiplayer. The Sheath Jewel slot is flexible, so you can replace it with something like Medicine Jewel 1 without any issues.

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