Differences Between α and β Armor

Differences between α and β armor in Monster Hunter Wilds (MH Wilds), including an overview of both armor sets, differences in past games, and how to choose between them.

What is α Armor and β Armor?

Crafted From High-Rank Materials

In Monster Hunter Wilds, α and β are armor sets that can be crafted using materials obtained from High-Rank Quests. Crafting α and β Armor sets significantly expands the range of skills available to you.

Both Share the Same Skill Sets

Since the skill set for α Armor and β Armor are the same, your choice will be based on other aspects of the armor.

Difference Between α and β Armor

Skill and Decoration Slot Differences

The major difference between α armor and β armor is the number of skills and slots. α has a large number of armor skills, and β has a large number of slots that can equip Decorations, so we recommend choosing your armor based on the skills attached.

The Appearance Is Different

Besides skill and Decoration slots, the appearance of the armor varies between α Armor and β Armor. In Monster Hunter Wilds, layered equipment allows you to combine the appearance you prefer without affecting other armor features.

Shares Same Stats

α armor and β armor have three things in common: "Defense," "Element Resistance," and "Required Materials." α and β armor can be created using materials obtained from High Rank Quests. However, since the number of required materials is the same for α and β, it is important to consider the differences when creating them.

Choosing Between α and β Armor

Alpha If You Want The Skills

α armor is characterized by a large number of skills that can be activated with just the armor. This is the armor you want to equip if the armor skill composition fits your play style. Another option is to equip alpha armor with skills that can be used in the early stages when you don't have the Decorations.

Beta for Versatility

β armor is characterized by a large number of slots for Decorations. Although they have few armor skills, by equipping Decorations you can use any skill, so it can have any sort of skill you desire. If customization is an important factor to you, beta armor is recommended.

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