Monster Hunter Wilds

Secondary Weapons

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Monster Hunter Wilds Secondary Weapons

Consider weapons like Bowguns and weapons that synergize with armor skills when choosing your secondary weapon in Monster Hunter Wilds. Learn what makes for a useful secondary weapon and which secondary weapons to bring per weapon type!

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Secondary Weapons

Bowguns Work With any Primary Weapon

Weapons That Share Armor Skills

Same Weapons, Different Elements

Weapons with Different Damage Types

Bowguns Work With any Primary Weapon

Light Bowgun	Heavy Bowgun

Either the Light Bowgun or Heavy Bowgun is an excellent choice for a secondary weapon. The Light Bowgun is ideal for players who prefer quick weapon switching and a high rate of fire, while the Heavy Bowgun, though slower, delivers massive firepower and defense.

The Light Bowgun excels at medium-range combat, while the Heavy Bowgun delivers long-range firepower, making both ideal for targeting flying monsters and hard-to-reach areas that melee weapons struggle with.

Additionally, both can be used while riding the Seikret, further enhancing their versatility in battle.

Useful When Equipped With Demon or Armor Ammo

Both weapons also excel in a supportive role, especially when using Demon Ammo to boost raw damage or Armor Ammo to increase defense — making them invaluable in multiplayer lobbies.

Secondary Weapons That Share Recommended Armor Skills

Sample Weapon Combination
Primary Weapon	Secondary Weapon

If you're unsure which secondary weapon suits you, consider choosing one that synergizes with your current build’s Armor Skills.

For example, pairing Dual Blades and Sword and Shield works well because both skills can maximize the same armor skills such as Burst, Antivirus, and Coalescence.

Builds for Each Weapon Type

Same Weapons With Different Elemental Attributes

Same Weapon Type Combination
Fire Attribute	Water Attribute

Another option is to bring the same weapon type for both your primary and secondary weapons but have the secondary weapon use a different elemental attribute.

For example, you can equip two Dual Blades—one with a fire attribute and the other with water—allowing you to exploit a monster's weakness to both elements.

Best Weapon Type Tier List

Weapons With Different Damage Types

Different Damage Type Combination
Primary Weapon	Secondary Weapon

Pairing weapons with different damage types is another way to choose secondary weapons. For example, pairing Great Sword with Hammer gives you access to booth Sever and Blunt damage types. This lets you knock monsters out while also giving you the ability to cut off their tails.

Of course, when doing this, you must still consider armor skill synergy to make sure that your Armor Skills work with both weapons.

Weapon Damage Types Explained

Secondary Weapons for All Weapons

Secondary Weapon Per Weapon

Main Weapon	Secondary	Reason
Hammer	Hunting Horn	A dual blunt weapon like the Hammer and Hunting Horn increase chances for Knock Outs especially with a maximum level Slugger Weapon Skill.
Bow	Dual Blades	The Bow and Dual Blades are a synergized pair as both weapons compliment what the other lacks in range and damage output, especially in dealing with aerial monsters.
Gunlance	Charge Blade	Both weapons excel in close-range combat, and their unique attack modes create an explosive playstyle that keeps constant pressure on the target.
Long Sword	Sword and Shield	The quick item use and support potential of the Sword and Shield can complement the Long Sword’s counter-heavy playstyle, letting you heal or buff without losing momentum.
Great Sword	Hammer	The Hammer can stun enemies, creating openings for the Great Sword’s True Charge Attack. This combo also adds versatility, giving you both blunt and cutting damage for different hunts.
Hunting Horn	Long Sword	A Hunting Horn Works well with the Long Sword which it can provide additional buffs to, and is especially invaluable to a Long Sword with Power Prolonger.
Charge Blade	Lance	Since a Charge Blade now relies on Perfect Blocks to activate Savage Axe, pairing it with another Guard weapon like the Lance allows you to counter attack quicker.
Sword and Shield	Insect Glaive	Having an Insect Glaive alongside a Sword and Shield makes up for the latter’s limited reach, allowing for better aerial mobility and extended attacks.
Lance	Gunlance	These weapons complement each other’s defensive strengths. The Lance offers stronger defense, while the Gunlance balances it out with firepower.
Insect Glaive	Heavy Bowgun	The Insect Glaive and Heavy Bowgun complement each other by balancing mobility and firepower. The Insect Glaive provides aerial agility and close-range pressure, while the Heavy Bowgun delivers high-damage ranged attacks.
Heavy Bowgun	Light Bowgun	Pairing both Bowguns together allows for a wider Ammo selection, where the Light Bowgun can act as the supporting fire to the Heavy Bowgun's high damage output.
Dual Blades	Insect Glaive	A very fluid and speedy combo which can still accommodate the Dual Blades' reach limitations with the Insect Glaive's Aerial attacks, further enhanced by Power Prolonger.
Light Bowgun	Dual Blades	A solid pair for continuous status effect and elemental blows, with both weapons able to dish out a heavy rate of attacks, suitable for players who like an offensive support playstyle.
Switch Axe	Charge Blade	The Rapid Morph skill on both weapons allow them to deal the highest damage possible at a relatively quicker pace. Their similar mechanisms also generate seamless adaptability in combat.

Weapons Guide: All Weapon Types Explained

How to Switch Weapons

Press the Right D-Pad on Your Controller

Swap Weapons

Press the Right D-Pad on your controller to Switch Weapons and Mount a Seikret at the same time. You can also do this while already riding the Seikret!

How to Change and Switch Weapons

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