Title: Monster Hunter Wilds: A Complete Guide to Lightweight and Heavy Bowgun Strategies

Introduction

Monster Hunter Wilds boasts highly efficient ranged damage capabilities with the lightweight and heavy bowguns. Many players utilize both weapons during the early stages. Below, “Purple Moon Orb” shares insights on using lightweight and heavy bowguns in Monster Hunter Wilds, which we hope can assist everyone.

Weapon Overview

In this game, the mechanics are relatively straightforward; following mission prompts while crafting some basic armor ensures survival is manageable. However, the lightweight and heavy bowguns' damage output does not shine unless using elemental ammunition, especially given the slow progression in completing equipment for consecutive hunts.

Initially, I primarily focused on damage output; starting with the heavy bowgun for elemental shots and then finishing with the lightweight bowgun's piercing shots.

Weapon Recommendations

For general lightweight bowgun use, try starting with any regular ammo in the early game. Once you unlock the Shining Thunder Dragon lightweight bowgun, it's advisable to craft one focused on piercing shots, and you may also integrate electric ammo. If you prefer to stick with a single weapon, you can continue using it until further upgrades are available.

武器類別	特點
輕弩	適合快速連射，配合貫通彈增加輸出。
重弩	擅長高傷害的屬性子彈發射，特別適合對抗特定怪物。

Using Heavy Bowguns

If you’re using a heavy bowgun, feel free to make choices based on your preferences. For a pure support heavy bowgun, you might want to craft one of each type according to their attributes. In a situation without any special adjustments, you can equip Iron Armor to deal damage at the start. If you need to sever tails, consider using slicing shots to do so (remember to ride a bird and attack).

Armor Recommendations

For the early game, a two-piece lower body set that enhances evasion distance can be useful until unlocked. The pieces from the Furious Rajang set are quite effective, but unfortunately, they are obtained later in the game. In terms of starting out, the requirements for armor aren't too strict; simply follow your defense rating to craft new equipment, and having two pieces that enhance evasion is sufficient. Survival is the primary concern!

Combat Mechanics Against Monsters

For universal usage, the piercing light bowgun offers good dragon heat benefits and comes with various derivative actions. In comfortable situations, you can opt for derivative shooting, while when entangled with monsters, use the dodge mechanic. If you equip the right attribute ammo and have some adjustments for the heavy bowgun, you can effectively take down monsters. When they are downed, consider using dragon heat. If you find the monster has low health and you don’t wish to return home, switching to a light bowgun for the finishing blow with piercing ammo is advisable. It's manageable as you can defend and call your bird, and with the monster's attack power being low, the defensive aspect of this heavy bowgun tier remains solid.

Gathering Materials in Monster Hunter Wilds

If you're finding the game challenging, consider lowering the difficulty.

When it comes to material collection, you can use the Botany set to interact with environmental plants, craft traps, and capture monsters for more materials. This will help you create better equipment and control monsters with ease.

Here are some nearby material gathering spots:

位置	眠草	麻姑
天塹	10	3
緋紅	18	2
冰霧	20	2

👉 For more information, please see:Monster Hunter Wilds General Strategy