This is a guide for Layered Weapons in Monster Hunter World (MHW). Read on to learn what layered weapons are, how to apply layered weapons, possible layer combinations, and more!

What are Layered Weapons?

Layered Weapons are weapon augments that can be layered on top of an existing Master Rank (Rarity 9 and above) weapon. This feature enables hunters to customize their weapon's appearance while retaining the weapon's stats. Layered Weapons do not occupy a weapon's augment slots when applied.

Layered Weapon augments are classified into three types: Layered Bases, Layered Parts, and Unique Layers.

Layered Base

Layered Bases are augments that serve as the foundation of a Layered Weapon's overall apperance.

Layered Bases can be paired with Layered Parts.

Layered Parts

Layered Parts are augments that hunters can add on-top of their Layered Base.

Layered Parts cannot be applied without a Layered Base.

Unique Layers

Unique Layers are special augments that completely overhaul a weapon's appearance.

Layered Parts cannot be applied on top of Unique Layers.

How to Apply Layered Weapons

Visit The Smithy

Simply head over to the Smithy and select the Augment Equipment option. Afterwards, select the weapon you want to apply a Layered Weapon Augment to.

Applying Layers

In the Augmentation window, select the Layered Weapons section. All customization options available to your chosen weapon will be displayed on screen - along with their required materials and research points.

Resetting Layers

There will be reset options at the end of every layered weapon list. Hunters will have their materials refunded to them in full.

Layered Weapon Lists

Charge Blade	Dual Blades	Long Sword	Sword & Shield
Switch Axe	Insect Glaive	Hunting Horn	Great Sword
Lance	Gunlance	Hammer	Bow
Heavy Bowgun		Light Bowgun

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