MHWs Greatsword Strongest Build (High Rank Endgame): 100% Affinity Charge Focus
For hunters who have grown accustomed to the hunting life in 『モンスターハンターワイルズ』 and can now contend with the Elder Dragons lurking in the depths of the Forbidden Lands, we present the ultimate Greatsword build for the High Rank endgame. This article introduces a "Charge-Focused, 100% Affinity Build" that maximizes the new "Focus Mode" action, putting everything into a single True Charged Slash. Prepare for the upcoming massive expansion, 『アセンダンス』, by assembling the strongest equipment in the current environment!
This article provides information for the High Rank environment (as of patch Ver. 1.52) before the release of the massive expansion 『モンスターハンターワイルズ：アセンダンス』. Please note that skill effects and equipment performance may change with future updates.
High Rank Endgame Greatsword Strongest Build: "Final Strike"
This build combines a weapon crafted from materials of "Xeno'jiiva, Harbinger of the End"—a special individual of the Elder Dragon "Xeno'jiiva"—with multiple large monster equipment pieces, achieving both overwhelming attack power and 100% affinity. Notably, the new skill "Precision Focus" and the integrated traditional skill "Draw Charge Shorten" form the core of this build.
Recommended Equipment Set
| Part | Equipment Name |
|---|---|
| Weapon | End of Days |
| Head | Kaiser EX Crown |
| Chest | Rockground Mail |
| Arms | Raigou Arms |
| Waist | Kaiser EX Coil |
| Legs | Rockground Greaves |
| Charm | Draw Charge Shorten Charm III |
Activated Skills List
| Skill Name | Skill Lv | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Precision Focus | Lv3 (Max) | While in Focus Mode, affinity +50% when hitting a large monster's weak spot. |
| Draw Charge Shorten | Lv3 (Max) | Charge time reduced by 20%. Additionally, draw attack affinity +60%. |
| Critical Boost | Lv3 (Max) | Critical attack damage multiplier becomes 1.4x. |
| Attack Boost | Lv7 (Max) | Attack power becomes 1.1x, plus an additional +10. |
| Blade of Retaliation | Lv2 | After successfully performing a Counter Uppercut, attack power +15 for 30 seconds. |
| Non-elemental Boost | Lv1 (Max) | Increases the attack power of non-elemental weapons by 1.1x. |
| Flinch Free | Lv1 | Prevents flinching. An essential skill for multiplayer. |
Key Skill Details and Reasons for Adoption
We will explain the particularly important skills that support the strength of this build. Properly understanding the new skills introduced in 『ワイルズ』 and skills with changed specifications from previous titles is key to maximizing your damage output.
Precision Focus Lv3
This is a new skill that directly enhances "Focus Mode," the most important new system in 『ワイルズ』. At Lv3, it increases affinity by +50% when attacking a weak spot while in Focus Mode. This synergizes perfectly with a Greatsword playstyle focused on consistently landing charged slashes on weak spots, forming the foundation of this build's affinity.
Draw Charge Shorten Lv3
This powerful skill is like an integration of "Critical Draw" and "Focus" from previous titles. It grants +60% affinity to draw attacks while also reducing charge time by 20%. Thanks to this skill, the combo from drawing into a charged slash becomes very smooth and high-damage. When combined with Precision Focus, if a drawn charged slash hits a weak spot while in Focus Mode, a critical hit is guaranteed, unless your base affinity is negative.
Blade of Retaliation Lv2
A skill that increases attack power upon successfully performing the new "Counter Uppercut" action. By parrying a large monster's attack and gaining a reward from the Counter Uppercut, which serves as a signal for a counterattack, it becomes worthwhile to aim for more aggressive counters. The effect lasts for a relatively long 30 seconds, so once activated, you can execute charged combos in an advantageous situation.
Alternative Equipment Options and Variant Builds
- Charm Alternatives: We recommend equipping an "Attack Charm V" or a "Critical Boost Charm II" and adjusting skills with Decorations/Jewels. While the skill Lv of Draw Charge Shorten will decrease, leading to reduced affinity for non-draw attacks, compensate through your playstyle.
- Stability-Focused Build: Slightly reduce damage output and change "Rockground Greaves" to "Guardian Boots" to activate "Defense Boost" and "Stun Resistance," significantly reducing the chance of fainting. This is particularly effective in battles against tempered large monsters that launch fierce attacks.
- Anti-Elder Dragon Build: Wield the weapon "Dragonseal Blade [Great Ruin]," which has Dragonseal power effective against Elder Dragons. By incorporating "Dragon Attack Boost" or "Elderseal Boost" skills instead of "Non-elemental Boost," you can fight while hindering their special abilities.
Playstyle and Utilizing New Actions
To unleash the full potential of this build, you must effectively use the new actions added in 『ワイルズ』.
The basic playstyle involves sheathing your weapon, observing for openings in a large monster, and aiming for a "Draw Charged Slash" when you see a telegraph for its attack. At this moment, activating "Focus Mode" makes it easier for the camera to target weak spots, ensuring you consistently benefit from Precision Focus.
When a large monster attacks you, instead of hastily dodging, aim for a counter with the new "Counter Uppercut" action. If successful, you will nullify damage and activate the "Blade of Retaliation" skill. The golden pattern is to then follow up with an empowered "Strong Charged Slash" and "True Charged Slash."
Furthermore, the presence of the riding creature "Secreto" in this title significantly expands your playstyle options. Even in areas without ledges, you can perform a "Jumping Charged Slash" by leaping off Secreto. This allows you to actively aim for mounts even when a large monster isn't downed, so actively utilize it to increase your attack opportunities.
Summary
The "Charge-Focused, 100% Affinity Build" introduced today maximizes the appeal of the Greatsword's single powerful strike in the High Rank endgame environment of 『モンスターハンターワイルズ』. The exhilaration of using new actions to anticipate large monster attacks and land critical charged slashes on weak spots is truly the essence of being a Greatsword wielder. With the additional new action "Boost Bracer" also revealed for 『モンスターハンターワイルズ：アセンダンス』, scheduled for 2027, the Greatsword's potential continues to expand. Prepare for the coming Master Rank world by sweeping away the large monsters of the Forbidden Lands with this build!
