Master the Switch Axe, switching between its modes with ease using this guide.

This is done through the Gore Magala armor set that inflicts you with Frenzy when fighting Large monsters.

Because of this, this builddoes not include Rapid Morph.

The hunter posing with their Switch Axe in the Windward Plains in Monster Hunter Wilds.

That said, if you prefer that playstyle, you’re able to opt for that skill instead.

In theChestslot, we have theArkvulcan Mail betafrom HR Arkveld.

In theArmsslot, we are using theG.

A Hunter stands looking at the landscape, with a Switch Axe on their back in Monster Hunter Wilds.

In the Decoration slots, a Destroyer Jewel and a Mighty Jewel provide the highest boost to damage.

Finally, we are using theChallenger Charm 2for the last two points in Agitator.

For a safer option, consider any of the other three Mantles.

The hunter unleashing a Full Release Slash on the training dummy in Monster Hunter Wilds.

The first is the Frenzy inflicted byBlack Eclipsefrom the Gore Magala set.

As you hit the monster, the gauge will fill.

Your third conditional skill isAgitator, but you don’t need to actively keep track of triggering this one.

The hunter in the tent with a Switch Axe build and its details in Monster Hunter Rise.

Instead, Agitator willautomatically activate when the monster enrages, providing a massive DPS boost.

When the monster is enraged, this is the time to go on the offensive.

Make use ofCounter Rising Slashto stay on the offensive while protecting yourself from damage.

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This Skill also makes it easier to inflict Wounds.

Overall,playing as aggressively as you canwill prove the best course of action for this build.

This guide details everything you gotta know about the Gunlance to become an expert.

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The hunter finishing a Full Release Slash against a Tempered Gypceros in Monster Hunter Wilds.

Arkveld slain by Gunlance in Monster Hunter Wilds.

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