Monster Hunter Rise: Best Longsword Builds

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The longsword has been a fan-favorite weapon since the Monster Hunter series debuted in 2001. Monster Hunter Rise keeps that trend going. The longsword is a terrific weapon for beginners to pick up as it is easy to learn and use. That doesn't mean that it is limited to beginners only. The longsword is highly effective at all stages of gameplay, thanks to its slashes, critical hits, and counterattack options.

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High Rank Longsword Build

This build is all about boosting overall attack and critical strikes. This is compounded by attacking weak spots with Weakness Exploit, so some monster knowledge goes a long way here. Stun Resistance, Flinch Free, and Hellfire Cloak provides some resistances and helps redirect that damage back at the monster.

Weapon

  • Phantom Mirage

Armor

  • Helm: Kaiser Crown
  • Chest: Vaik Mail S
  • Hands: Sinister Gauntlets S
  • Waist: Anjanath Coil S
  • Feet: Ingot Greaves S

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Decorations

  • Handicraft Jewel 3 x1
  • Critical Jewel 2 x2
  • Steadfast Jewel 1 x3
  • Tenderizer Jewel 2 x3
  • Grinder Jewel 1 x3
  • Brace Jewel 1 x1

Skills

  • Critical Eye - Lv.5
  • Critical Boost - Lv.3
  • Handicraft - Lv.3
  • Stun Resistance - Lv.3
  • Hellfire Cloak - Lv.1
  • Attack Boost - Lv.4
  • Weakness Exploit - Lv.3
  • Quick Sheath - Lv.3
  • Flinch Free - Lv.1

Low Rank Longsword Build

This build is all about building up Critical Chance through Affinity and Latent Power. With Critical Eye maxed at level seven, Latent Power at level two, and the Hidden Saber I, the player is able to attain upwards of 90% Affinity. This means critical strikes will hit often and hard.

Weapon

  • Hidden Saber I

Armor

  • Helm: Zinogre Helm
  • Chest: Zinogre Mail
  • Hands: Barioth Vambraces
  • Waist: Barioth Coil
  • Feet: Alelucanth Crura

Skills

  • Critical Eye - Lv.7
  • Latent Power - Lv.2

For more Monster Hunter goodies, check out How to Master all Weapons in Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin on Pro Game Guides.


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