Edited By
Carlos Gomez

A surge of excitement in the Monster Hunter community emerges as newbies explore Rise/Sunbreak. Gamers are seeking tips on weapon trees for hammers and dual blades, highlighting the challenges faced by beginners armed with Defender weapons.
With the thrill of the hunt drawing in fresh players, a common concern arises: can new hunters effectively transition from Defender weapons to more advanced options? The shift can feel overwhelming, as many veterans emphasize the importance of finding the right weapon trees to grind.
Players offer valuable insights, focusing on essential weapon trees and strategies:
Elemental Diversity: For dual blades, "you want one of every element." Players recommend Primordial Malzeno and Kushala Daora as endgame options.
Raw versus Elemental Damage: While raw damage has its merits, those using hammers should prioritize elemental choices later in the game. "Nargacuga Hammer is a pretty good raw option for the base game," one player advised.
"Most of your damage will be in demon+archdemon mode. Stamina management is key," another added, emphasizing the need for players to adapt as they level up.
Gather Resources: Prioritize collecting spiribirds and honey. These resources are vital to survival, especially when starting out. As one veteran explained, "Gather a LOT of honey. You will need them."
Avoid Meta Overload: New hunters are encouraged to ignore high-level meta discussions. Returning to the basics can actually enhance the gameplay experience. โDefender trees would actually carry you,โ said a player.
๐น Experimenting with different elemental trees early can ease the transition.
๐น Raw damage remains viable initially with options like Nargacuga Hammer.
๐น Focus on stamina management and resource gathering as you learn.
Players emphasize that the journey into monster hunting can be both challenging and rewarding. With the right approach, new players can forge their own paths and build a successful loadout, one grind at a time.
As the community grows, will more beginners find their footing in the vast Monster Hunter universe?