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This is an article about the best starter weapons in Monster Hunter Rise (MH Rise). If you want to know which weapons are best for beginners, and the easiest weapons to pick up and learn, read on!
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 Perfect for aggressive gameplayVery high DPSHas multiple offensive counter attacks. |
The Long Sword is considered the strongest weapon in the game. Coupled with how its easy to pick up combos, it's the perfect beginner weapon.
It has a very long reach and powerful combos that can dish out tons of damage. Also, it has many counterattack opportunities that allow you to go full aggressive against a monster.
If you are a fledgling hunter that is not afraid to go toe-to-toe with a monster, we recommend the Long Sword!
Long Sword Controls and New Moves
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Buffs have been streamlined into attacksEasy to chain combosDeals blunt damage for stunning monsters |
This weapon went from being one of the most complicated to a simple weapon in the Monster Hunter Rise (MH Rise) hence we recommend this weapon for beginners!
Melodies are now automatically played by executing the same notes consecutively. You don't have to stay somewhere safe just to play melodies!
Hunting Horn Controls and New Moves
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Fast attacks and high mobilityLower skill cieling due to fewer mechanicsApplies Element and Status Effects against monsters effectively |
The Dual Blades is for beginners that like the full combo and high mobility weapons. This weapon has a very simple gameplay loop: Demon Mode -> Attack -> Archdemon Mode -> Attack Again. Archdemon Mode unlocks a plethora of new combos while increasing your attack damage!
This weapon is also the King of Element Attacks because it applies elemental damage more often than other weapons. Make sure to use elemental Dual Blades with the element that a monster is weak to!
Dual Blades Controls and New Moves
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More mobile than Heavy BowgunPuts you in a relatively safe distanceRecommended for hunters who want to try out ranged weapons |
If you want to start early with ranged weapons, the Light Bowgun is a perfect starting point. It is very mobile and is relatively safer because it attacks from a distance. Though we recommend the Light Bowgun, it is still a ranged weapon with a very steep learning curve so expect to be overwhelmed by all its mechanics.
Light Bowgun Controls and New Moves
Check out all fourteen weapons and maybe find the right weapon for you!
| All Weapon Guides | |||
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 Great Sword |
 Long Sword |
 Sword and Shield |
 Dual Blades |
 Hammer |
 Hunting Horn |
 Lance |
 Gunlance |
 Switch Axe |
 Charge Blade |
 Insect Glaive |
 Bow |
 Light Bowgun |
 Heavy Bowgun |
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Best Beginner Weapons | Easiest Weapons To Use
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