First Look at the New Lagiacrus Armor - The Azure Bolt Set
The latest update in Monster Hunter Wilds has introduced some exciting new features, including two fresh armor sets, but it’s the Lagiacrus armor that’s really standing out. With the Azure Bolt set, we’re getting a combination of new mechanics, powerful buffs, and a whole lot of potential for thunder builds. In this guide, we’ll take a closer look at the Lagiacrus armor, its unique skills, and how you can use it to elevate your hunting experience.
How to Start the Lagiacrus Hunt
To get your hands on the new Lagiacrus armor, you’ll first need to tackle the "Trembling Blue Current" mission. Head over to the Scarlet Forest and speak with Eric at the main camp to kick things off. Once you’re on the mission, you’ll dive straight into an engaging, though not overly difficult, boss fight.
Understanding the Lagiacrus Fight
The Lagiacrus fight is definitely a challenge, but it’s more about staying aware of its attacks rather than reacting to unexpected moves. Here are a few key points to keep in mind:
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Electric Discharge: When Lagiacrus charges up the spikes on its back, be on high alert. This signals a powerful electrical attack, so it’s best to stay clear. You can block it if you want, but you’ll burn through your stamina and take some damage.
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Two-legged Charge: When Lagiacrus rises on its hind legs, it’s about to unleash a massive electric storm. This is easy to dodge by getting behind it, so keep your distance when it rears up.
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Ranged Electric Attack: Lagiacrus will also try a ranged electrical strike, but the good news is you can simply dodge it by moving to either side.
Once you’ve navigated through these phases, the fight continues as you chase it back to its lair.
The Submerged Battle: A Unique Twist
Things take an interesting turn when the battle moves underwater. Lagiacrus dives into the water and charges up another electric attack, forcing you to follow it. This section isn’t a full-on underwater combat situation, but it still requires you to dodge and swim strategically. You can also use environmental hazards to your advantage—like pulling down rubble to stun the boss.
At this point, focus on using your slinger and performing focused attacks. Grab submerged rubble with the slinger and aim it at Lagiacrus to deal damage. If you’re quick, you can latch onto the beast and perform focused attacks, inflicting significant wounds.
But beware—if Lagiacrus starts charging up again, you’ll take damage even if you’re in the middle of attacking, so time your moves carefully.
Capturing Lagiacrus
After enough damage, you’ll get a cool animation as you emerge from the water, and the fight isn’t over yet. To complete the mission, you’ll need to capture the Lagiacrus. Make sure you’ve got a shock trap and a couple of sleep bombs ready to subdue the beast. Once captured, you’ll have access to the new armor and weapons, so let’s dive into those next!
Weapons and Skills: What’s New with the Lagiacrus Set?
The new Lagiacrus weapons come with some strong base stats, along with several meta-defining skills. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect:
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Sword and Shield: This weapon comes with Offensive Guard as a default skill, giving you more opportunities to deal damage while guarding.
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Greatsword: You’ll get Focus with this weapon, which is great for building up attacks quicker.
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Bow: Featuring Tetra Shot, this is a nice boost for those using ranged builds.
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Hammer: The Hammer comes with Slugger, which is perfect for those who want to knock out monster parts quickly.
These weapons already have the skills you’d expect from their respective types, meaning they slot in well with the current meta. Plus, they have tiered slots (Level 3, 2, and 1), making them easy to customize for your build.
Additionally, the armor has a special feature that plays into thunder resistance, meaning you can boost your weapon’s elemental attack based on how much thunder resistance you have. So, if thunder is a key part of your build, this armor can give you that extra edge.
Armor Breakdown: The Azure Bolt Set
When it comes to the armor itself, you’ll find it to be surprisingly strong. The Lagiacrus set gives you some fantastic skills, including full Maximum Might and Weakness Exploit. With the Beta set, you can stack stamina surge, and the Alpha set has Latent Power for additional perks.
Here’s a quick look at the standout features of the armor:
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Maximum Might: This is a great skill to boost your attack when your stamina is full.
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Weakness Exploit: A staple for damage-dealing builds, it increases affinity when targeting monster weak spots.
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Leviathan’s Fury (Azure Bolt): This is the big one. The Azure Bolt skill gives you a temporary affinity boost and adds thunder damage after a buildup. There are two levels of Azure Bolt:
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Level 1: Adds 52 thunder damage and +15% affinity for 20 seconds.
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Level 2: Increases thunder damage to 121 and extends the affinity buff to 30 seconds.
Both levels have an internal cooldown, so once triggered, you’ll need to wait around a minute before it activates again. While Level 2 is more powerful, the cooldown could be shorter, making it more practical for frequent use.
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Weapon Synergies and Builds
The Azure Bolt mechanic can be stacked with other effects, like Blast explosions, which triggers both sources of damage at the same time. While it’s a cool mechanic, the internal cooldown could be better balanced to make it more viable in longer hunts.
So, is it worth it? In terms of raw damage, the bonus isn’t as significant as something like the Gore Magala’s set, but the synergy with other elemental builds could make it more desirable.
If you’re building a thunder-based set, the Lagiacrus armor and its associated skills can certainly help push your damage output closer to the top tier.
Seregios: A Simpler Challenge
After the Lagiacrus, you’ll have a new boss to tackle—Seregios. This fight is far easier, but still engaging. Here are the key points to consider:
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Attack Pattern: Seregios mostly relies on its legs and tail for attacks, but be aware that some moves are followed by quick second attacks. This makes dodging or guarding essential to avoid damage.
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Poison Tail: Seregios can inflict poison buildup with its tail spikes. This is the most dangerous part of the fight, so keep your distance to avoid getting overwhelmed.
Weapons-wise, Seregios brings a new skill called Blade Scale Honing. This grants a special sharpness buff after narrowly dodging attacks, which could be handy for weapons that rely on sharpness. However, it’s not the strongest choice for every hunter, as you’ll be sacrificing slots and power compared to other options like the Lagiacrus gear.
Final Thoughts
Both the Lagiacrus and Seregios armor sets introduce interesting mechanics to Monster Hunter Wilds. While the Lagiacrus armor offers an excellent thunder-based set with solid offensive capabilities, it also adds some unique buffs that can work with elemental builds.
If you’re planning on crafting these new sets, think about your playstyle—whether you’re leaning into thunder, or you need extra sharpness from your weapons, there’s a set here for you.
So, what do you think? Are you excited to try out the new armor and weapons, or do you think the Azure Bolt set is a bit overhyped? Let me know in the comments below! And stay tuned for more build guides once I fully unlock these new sets!
Conclusion
The new Lagiacrus armor in Monster Hunter Wilds offers an exciting mix of thunder-based skills and powerful buffs that can significantly enhance your builds. While the Azure Bolt mechanic may not surpass other sets in raw damage output, its synergy with elemental attacks makes it a valuable choice for those focused on thunder. Whether you're hunting for raw power or looking to experiment with new mechanics, this set is definitely worth considering.
FAQ
Q: How do I unlock the Lagiacrus hunt?
A: Start the "Trembling Blue Current" main mission in the Scarlet Forest, and speak with Eric at the camp to begin.
Q: What is the Azure Bolt skill?
A: Azure Bolt temporarily boosts affinity and adds thunder damage after a buildup. Level 2 increases both damage and buff duration.
Q: Is the Lagiacrus armor better than other meta sets?
A: The Lagiacrus armor is a strong contender, but it may not surpass sets like the Gore Magala set in overall damage. It’s excellent for thunder-based builds.
Q: Can the Azure Bolt buff stack with other effects?
A: Yes, it can trigger simultaneously with other elemental effects, like Blast explosions, making it useful for mixed builds.
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