Armor plays a vital role in Monster Hunter Wilds, offering not just defensive capabilities but also unique skills and elemental resistances that can significantly impact your hunting efficiency. Below is a detailed guide to all currently available armor pieces in MH Wilds, categorized by their type, defense values, skills, and elemental resistances.
Armor | Base Defense | Skill | Fire | Water | Thunder | Ice | Dragon |
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Hope Mask | 6 (Max: TBA) | Stun Resistance Lv. 1 | +1 | 0 | +1 | 0 | 0 |
Balahara Helm | 6 (Max: TBA) | Bombardier Lv. 1 | -1 | +2 | -3 | +1 | +1 |
Chatacabra Helm | 6 (Max: TBA) | Speed Eating Lv. 1 | +1 | +2 | -3 | -1 | +1 |
Doshaguma Helm | 6 (Max: TBA) | Free Meal Lv. 1 | -3 | +2 | -1 | -1 | +4 |
Armor | Base Defense | Skill | Fire | Water | Thunder | Ice | Dragon |
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Balahara Mail | 6 (Max: TBA) | Stamina Surge Lv. 1 | -1 | +2 | -3 | +1 | +1 |
Chatacabra Mail | 6 (Max: TBA) | Speed Eating Lv. 1 | +1 | +2 | -3 | -1 | +1 |
Doshaguma Mail | 6 (Max: TBA) | Free Meal Lv. 1 | -3 | +2 | -1 | -1 | +4 |
Hope Mail | 6 (Max: TBA) | Divine Blessing Lv. 1 | +1 | 0 | +1 | 0 | 0 |
Armor | Base Defense | Skill | Fire | Water | Thunder | Ice | Dragon |
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Chatacabra Vambraces | 6 (Max: TBA) | Stamina Surge Lv. 1 | +1 | +2 | -3 | -1 | +1 |
Balahara Vambraces | 6 (Max: TBA) | Bombardier Lv. 1 | -1 | +2 | -3 | +1 | +1 |
Doshaguma Vambraces | 6 (Max: TBA) | Recovery Speed Lv. 1 | -3 | +2 | -1 | -1 | +4 |
Hope Vambraces | 6 (Max: TBA) | Divine Blessing Lv. 1 | +1 | 0 | +1 | 0 | 0 |
Armor | Base Defense | Skill | Fire | Water | Thunder | Ice | Dragon |
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Balahara Coil | 6 (Max: TBA) | Bombardier Lv. 1 | -1 | +2 | -3 | +1 | +1 |
Chatacabra Coil | 6 (Max: TBA) | Speed Eating Lv. 1 | +1 | +2 | -3 | -1 | +1 |
Doshaguma Coil | 6 (Max: TBA) | Recovery Speed Lv. 1 | -3 | +2 | -1 | -1 | +4 |
Hope Coil | 6 (Max: TBA) | Stamina Surge Lv. 1 | +1 | 0 | +1 | 0 | 0 |
Armor | Base Defense | Skill | Fire | Water | Thunder | Ice | Dragon |
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Balahara Greaves | 6 (Max: TBA) | Stun Resistance Lv. 1 | -1 | +2 | -3 | +1 | +1 |
Chatacabra Greaves | 6 (Max: TBA) | Recovery Speed Lv. 1 | +1 | +2 | -3 | -1 | +1 |
Doshaguma Greaves | 6 (Max: TBA) | Free Meal Lv. 1 | -3 | +2 | -1 | -1 | +4 |
Hope Greaves | 6 (Max: TBA) | Divine Blessing Lv. 1 | +1 | 0 | +1 | 0 | 0 |
Best Defensive Armor for Beginners: Hope Set: Provides balanced resistances and survivability with Divine Blessing, making it ideal for new hunters.
Best Offensive Armor: Balahara Set: Focuses on explosive damage with Bombardier, great for hunters using Barrel Bombs or blast weapons.
Best for Stamina Management: Chatacabra Set: Includes Stamina Surge and Speed Eating, making it perfect for evasion-focused players or stamina-heavy weapons like Dual Blades.
Best Utility Armor: Doshaguma Set: Offers Free Meal and Recovery Speed, great for resource conservation and sustained combat.
Armor in Monster Hunter Wilds is more than just protection; it’s a strategic tool to amplify your skills and adapt to different challenges. By understanding each armor piece’s strengths and weaknesses, you can craft the perfect setup for any hunt. Experiment with different combinations, and don’t forget to upgrade your gear as you progress through the game.