Weapons in Monster Hunter World are equipment that assists the player during their hunts by helping them deal damage to Monsters. Weapons are divided into categories, each with special requirements and a unique move-set, complete with strengths and weaknesses. To understand the basics of MHW Combat mechanics, please see:
Weapons fall into one of three attack types: Cutting, Blunt and Ammo. Monsters' resistance and vulnerability to these types will vary by body part. Players can deal extra damage if they target a part that is more vulnerable to their weapon's type of attack.
Cutting Attacks
Cutting AttacksSword slashes, lance thrusts, etc: Can be used to cut the tails off certain monsters.
Blunt Attacks
Blunt AttacksShield bashes, hammer smashes, etc: Reduces Monster Stamina and stuns them if hit on the head.
Ammo Attacks
Ammo AttacksProjectiles, Arrows, Bowgun: Special properties depending on the attack.
Great Sword Gallery MHW
Great Sword Ore Weapons
Buster Sword
Buster Blade
Chrome Razor
Nergal Judicator
Purgation's Atrocity
Great Sword Bone Weapons
Sword & Shield Gallery MHW
Sword and Shield Ore Weapons
Sword and Shield Bone Weapons
Dual Blades Gallery MHW
Dual Blades Ore Weapons
Dual Blades Bone Weapons
Long Sword Gallery MHW
Long Sword Ore Weapons
Long Sword Bone Weapons
Hammers Gallery MHW
Hammer Ore Weapons
Hammer Bone Weapons
Hunting Horns Gallery MHW
Hunting Horn Ore Weapons
Hunting Horn Bone Weapons
Lances Gallery MHW
Lance Ore Weapons
Lance Bone Weapons
Gunlance Gallery MHW
Gunlance Ore Weapons
Gunlance Bone Weapons
Switch Axe Ore Weapons
Switch Axe Bone Weapons
Charge Blades Gallery MHW
Charge Blade Ore Weapons
Charge Blade Bone Weapons
Insect Glaives Gallery MHW
Insect Glaive Ore Weapons
Insect Glaive Bone Weapons
Bows Gallery MHW
Bow Ore Weapons
Bow Bone Weapons
Light Bowguns Gallery MHW
Light Bowgun Ore Weapons
Light Bowgun Bone Weapons
Heavy Bowguns Gallery MHW
Heavy Bowgun Ore Weapons
Heavy Bowgun Bone Weapons
Monster Hunter World Weapon Categories
There are fourteen different weapons at the Hunter's disposal, each with their own unique characteristics and attacks. Many hunters acquire proficiency in multiple types, while others prefer to gain mastery in one.
