Unlocking layered armor stands as a pivotal milestone in the journey of every player in Monster Hunter Wilds. The allure of fashion in the game often takes a backseat to the necessity of equipping armor that enhances stats, leading to a chaotic array of colors and styles that can leave one feeling less than stylish. This is particularly pronounced in Wilds, where the inability to alter armor pigment until layered armor is fully unlocked can lead to a rather unfortunate aesthetic.
Monster Hunter Wilds layered armor unlock
To access the coveted Equipment Appearance menu, players can do so from their tent at any time, allowing them to toggle armor visibility and utilize pre-order DLC cosmetics. However, the full unlocking of layered armor is contingent upon reaching High Rank. This milestone is achieved after defeating the Yian Kut-Ku in the Scarlet Forest, at which point players can consult Gemma for a detailed explanation of the process. Until then, adventurers must navigate through Low Rank, sporting an eclectic mix of armor pieces that may not align with their fashion aspirations.
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Fortunately, the path to creating layered armor is straightforward: players simply need to craft High Rank armor as they normally would. Unlike previous titles such as World and Rise, where acquiring layered armor required special tickets, the process in Wilds is refreshingly uncomplicated. Every crafted armor piece automatically transforms into layered armor, ready to enhance both functionality and style.
To equip layered armor or adjust armor visibility, players should head to their tent and navigate to the Appearance Menu on the far right, selecting Equipment Appearance. The mechanics are user-friendly:
- The leftmost slot allows for the selection and equipping of layered armor.
- The central toggle enables players to decide whether to display their armor, a feature accessible from the game’s outset.
- The two pigment slots on the right permit color changes for displayed armor, unlocking alongside layered armor.
- The bottom two slots provide options for adding pendants to weapons.
With these tools at their disposal, players are well-equipped to transform their hunter into a veritable fashion icon within the realm of monster hunting.
