Wilds Longsword Progression

1. When to use Progression Builds

This progression Guide is aimed at players who are new to the franchise, feel overwhelmed by all the options and choices the game offers, and those who are just looking for a refresher or need some pointers for what to look out for during progression.

The Sets themselves aim to support you, from the start of the game all the way until the Endgame. From there, you should be in a great spot to follow the Endgame sets, accessible through the sidemenu or the buttons at the end of the page.

2. Story Progression Guide

2.1 Chapter 1

Monster Hunter Wilds Progression has a very short Low Rank Story, that consists of a total of 20 hunts. The only thing Longsword needs early on is Quick Sheathe. Arms and Waist dont matter, so feel free to choose whatever.

Wilds Chapter 1 Longsword Set — Fig. 2.1A - Chapter 1 Prog Set

Lala Barina LS is available early and comes with decent sharpness and free Paralysis.

2.2 Chapter 2

Nerscylla LS comes with Power Prolonger 2, which is nice for staying in Red Spirit. However, you can upgrade the Lala Barina LS for the paralysis,

Wilds Chapter 2 Longsword Set — Fig. 2.2A - Chapter 2 Prog Set

Rey Tonitrus and Quematric Lima II are further upgrade options before Chapter 3.

2.3 Chapter 3

Chapter 3 unlocks the Quick Sheathe Talisman. Grab it as it will be used throughout progression.

Wilds Quick Sheathe Talisman — Fig. 2.3A - Sheathe Charm I

Chapter 3 also unlocks Guardian Ebony Odogaron which finally gives us some decent damage skills. Burst 3 with the 2 piece set bonus is a nice +15 attack.

Guardian Rathalos LS is the best option at the end of Low Rank with good raw, decent sharpness, and some base affinity. Comes with Master’s Touch which doesn’t do much just yet, but better than nothing.

Wilds Chapter 3 Longsword Set — Fig. 2.3B - Final LR Set

3. Early Post-Game Progression Guide

3.1 HR10

Wilds Quick Sheathe 2 Talisman — Fig. 3.1A - Sheathe Charm II

Upgrade your Quick Sheathe Charm.
High Rank starts with using pieces farmed from low rank Guardian Arkveld. The set bonus restores 25 HP when wounds are destroyed, making for a very comfy set. Rathian LS is used for the superior affinity and sharpness compared to the previous Longsword.

Wilds HR 10 Longsword Set — Fig. 3.1B - HR 10 Prog Set

From this point on, slot any Razor Sharp/Handicraft decos that drop.

3.2 HR20

Farm the Rathalos Coil, which gives Adrenaline Rush 2. This is +15 raw upon a successful dodge, and it works with Foresight Slash. The weapon of choice is Rathalos LS, with better attack and sharpness than Rathian.

Wilds HR 20 Longsword Set — Fig. 3.2B - HR 20 Prog Set

Also farm the Weakness Exploit charm, as it will be used later.

Wilds Exploiter 1 Weakness Exploit 1 Talisman — Fig. 3.2C - Exploiter I

From this point onward, the recommended way to progress is doing Side Quests. They unlock the “farms”, some new systems like random villagers inviting you to dinner, the Power and Armor charm for some free Raw, as well as some decoration melding options.
After doing them, you should be well on your way to Hunter Rank 40, which is the current final monster unlock of the game.

4.0 Late Post-Game Progression Guide

4.1 HR30

Wilds Longsword HR 30 Set — Fig. 4.1A - HR 30 Prog Set

Gore Magala unlocks after hunting Jin Dahaad and the other Apexes, and its set bonus with Antivirus 3 gives a nice 25% affinity. Only a single Quick Sheathe decoration is considered for now, but slot any decent decorations you have. If you still don’t have a QS deco yet for some reason, swap Ebony Helm for Alloy.

Lala Barina LS is used here for the good raw, sharpness, and Paralysis.

4.1 HR40

Wilds Exploiter Charm 2 Weakness Exploit 2 Talisman — Fig. 4.2A - Exploiter Charm II

Upgrade your Weakness Exploit Charm, Hunter Symbol III needs Tier 3 Tempered Investigations.

Wilds Longsword HR 40 Set — Fig. 4.2B - Final HR Prog Set