Gathering materials may seem trivial at first, but it becomes crucial in the endgame of *Monster Hunter Wilds*. To optimize your material collection, you'll need the best gathering set. Here's a comprehensive guide to the ideal gathering set and skills for *Monster Hunter Wilds*.
Monster Hunter Wilds Best Gathering Set
For efficient material gathering in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, you'll want to mix and match armor pieces for the best bonuses. Here's the optimal gathering armor set:
- Sild Hood
- Conga Mail or Melahoa Jacket
- G. Rathalos Vambraces or Leather Gloves
- High Metal Coil or Suja Sash
- Azuz Pants
- Marathon Charm or Intimidator Charm
The Sild Hood is essential as it provides the Botanist skill, which is vital for gathering. I recommend the Intimidator skill to avoid interruptions from small monsters, which is why I suggest the Conga Mail and Guardian Rathalos Vambraces. However, you can opt for Leather pieces for different bonuses if needed.
The Azuz Pants are a must-have, granting Geologist 3, which significantly boosts your gathering efficiency.
For the Charm slot, choose between Marathon and Intimidator based on your armor choices. If you haven't selected Intimidator on your armor, opt for the Intimidator Charm, and vice versa.
Best Gathering Skills
In addition to the right armor, you'll need the appropriate active skills for gathering. Here are the key skills to equip in *Monster Hunter Wilds*:
| Skill | Effect |
|---|---|
| Botanist | Increases the quantity of herbs and other consumable items you gather. |
| Geologist | Increases the number of items you gain at gathering points. |
| Intimidator | Reduces the chance small monsters will attack after spotting you. Has no effect on certain monsters. |
| Aquatic/Oilslit Mobility | Grants resistance against impairments to mobility while in water, oilslit, or streams. |
| Entomologist | The bodies of small insect monsters won’t be destroyed, allowing them to be carved. |
| Outdoorsman | Improves fishing, grilling, and transporting abilities. |
In my experience, Botanist and Geologist are non-negotiable skills for your gathering set. Even if you're still building your ideal armor set, prioritizing these skills will pay off. The other skills can be added as you progress.
That wraps up our guide on the best gathering armor set for *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and information on the game, including how to obtain Commission Tickets and Frenzy Shards and Crystals, be sure to visit The Escapist.
