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While small monsters are easy to slash down using the most basic of weapons,Monster Hunter Nowplayers will need to unlock other weapons that come with elemental advantages in order to take down larger monsters. Large monsters arrive semi-frequently in the game and have star ratings above their heads, with one being the weakest of the bunch and going up to five gold stars before breaching the purple star rating. Players looking to take down the stronger versions of these large monsters inMonster Hunter Nowwill need to come prepared.
There are nine different weapon types inMonster Hunter Now, all of which come with their own strengths and weaknesses. ForGreat Sword users, a larger swing will cause more damage but take longer to build up, while Dual Blade users will attack more frequently but cause less damage with each blow. Lance users take both and combine them for a highly skilled, close-ranged weapon that can penetrate the thickest of armor with a single blow while taking less time to build up. Of course, getting in close to the larger monsters will require a greater level of dodging ability and reading the monster’s movements. For those looking to take on a challenge with great benefits, the lance weapon may be the right call.
Lance Build in Monster Hunter Now
Lances have excellent coverage across many elemental fields, including Fire, Ice, and Thunder, three of the most useful elements inMonster Hunter Now. Along with Great Swords and Dual Blades, Lances unlock after the completion ofChapter 2: Shimmering Swampin the main story. Once unlocked, players can begin crafting lances of the same elements of the other weapons, while elements such as Fire and Ice will unlock after taking down different large monsters. When taking into account some of the best lances available for experiencedMonster Hunter Nowplayers, here are the best four options.
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75 Water Elemental Bonus
Last Stand- the player’s defense stat increases when HP falls below a certain level.
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Earplugs- reduces or nullifies the roar of weaker large monsters.
232 Ice Elemental Bonus
Divine Blessing- players have a chance of reducing the power of monsters' attacks by half.
232 Thunder Elemental Bonus
Artful Dodger- players will have an easier time performing a perfect dodge.
