Since its release on September 21, 2004, the Monster Hunter franchise has been one of Capcom's most popular game series, and for good reason. The thrill that players receive from hunting gigantic monsters with equally large weapons is unmatched. This unique concept is what draws the attention of many players and leaves them wanting more. Fortunately for Monster Hunter fans, Capcom has continued to provide dozens of games for them to enjoy. Capcom's latest release Monster Hunter Rise gives players everything that they love and more.
In Monster Hunter Rise players can choose any of the fourteen unique weapons to aid them in their hunts. Each weapon is vastly different but equally as powerful leaving players with a very difficult decision. In the end, players will most likely choose the weapon that suits them best. Those that choose the complex yet versatile Charge Blade will find themselves dealing with numerous mechanics, combos, and most importantly builds. Making a build for the Charge Blade can be challenging but players have been able to create devastating Charge Blade builds.
Best Star Rank 1 Build
- Weapon: Kamura C. Blade II
- Head: Izuchi Helm
- Chest: Hunter's Mail
- Arms: Izuchi Braces
- Waist: Chainmail Belt
- Legs: Izuchi Greaves
It is important for players to create a build even at the earliest stage of the game. For the Charge Blade, the best build for Star Rank 1 hunters focuses on continuously dealing damage while maintaining a good defense. The Kamura C. Blade II deals 60 damage and it provides its user with a Defense boost, an Attack boost, and a 2x Affinity boost when Rampaging.
This variety of armor gives the hunter 38 Defense and grants them Critical Eye, Guard, Constitution, Recovery Speed, and a 2x Attack Boost. This build will provide players with the means for completing Star Rank 1 missions and it helps them learn the intricacies of the Charge Blade.
Best Star Rank 2 Build
- Weapon: Kamura C. Blade III
- Head: Barroth Helm
- Chest: Barroth Mail
- Arms: Alloy Vambraces
- Waist: Barroth Coil
- Legs: Barroth Greaves
In Star Rank 2 the game introduces more challenging missions and the opportunity to slay or capture large monsters. This build will make the hunter a tank that is capable of inflicting a great amount of damage to these titanic beasts. This builds Charge Blade will be the Kamura C. Blade III which can deal up to 90 damage and boasts an Attack Boost, a 2x Affinity Boost, and a 2x Defense Boost when Rampaging.
This armor set gives 82 Defense with a Defense Boost, Critical Eye, 2x Guard, and a 2x Attack Boost. The offensive and defensive nature of this build will make players more than capable of dealing with large monsters.
Best Star Rank 3 Build
- Weapon: Kamura C. Blade IV
- Head: Diablos Helm
- Chest: Diablos Mail
- Arms: Anjanath Vambraces
- Waist: Diablos Coil
- Legs: Aelucanth Crura
At Star Rank 3 the training wheels will be removed and players will have to face difficult missions and dangerous monsters using what they have learned. The build for Star Rank 3 will focus on enhancing Attack, Defense, and Stamina recovery to adjust players to new challenges. The Kamura C. Blade IV deals 140 damage and provides a 2x Attack Boost, a 2x Defense Boost, and a 2x Affinity Boost.
This collection of armor grants 140 Defense and grants Slugger, an Attack Boost, 2x Critical Eye, 2x Stamina Surge, and 2x Guard. Dealing high damage, maintaining a good defense, and restoring stamina quickly will allow hunters to face monsters head-on without difficulty.
Best Star Rank 4 Build
- Weapon: Kamura C. Blade V
- Head: Barroth Helm S
- Chest: Rhenoplos Mail S
- Arms: Rhenoplos Braces S
- Waist: Barroth Coil S
- Legs: Barroth Greaves S
At Star Rank 4 players are expected to have a complex understanding of their weapon and how to make their hunters a devasting force. This Star Rank 4 build functions to maximize a hunter's attack and defense making them more capable of dealing with difficult missions and monsters. The Kamura C. Blade V Charge Blade deals a devastating 150 damage and provides Master Rider, a 2x Defense Boost, and a 3x Affinity Boost when Rampaging.
This collection of armor grants 234 Defense and provides an Attack Boost, 2x Offensive Guard, 2x Stun Resistance, 3x Guard, a 3x Defense Boost, and 3x Artillery. This build will make hunters a deadly force that is more than capable of dealing with exceptionally difficult missions.
Best Low-Rank Armor Build
- Weapon: Hyperguard II
- Head: Izuchi Helm
- Chest: Hunter's Mail
- Arms: Alloy Vambraces
- Waist: Chainmail Belt
- Legs: Baggi Greaves
Players in the lower rank may face difficulties in progressing through the game but with this build, it will be much less strenuous. This build utilizes the best low-rank armors and weapons to create an efficient DPS build capable of taking down any threat. The Hyperguard II deals 100 damage while and provides an Attack boost, Affinity boost, and a 2x Defense boost when rampaging.
The various armors will provide a total of 38 Defense as well as Guard, 2x Critical Eye, and a 2x Attack Boost. The Hyperguard II and this set armor work to deal insane amounts of damage in a short period of time making encounters with monsters less demanding. This build will undoubtedly make low-rank progression much easier for players.
Best High-Rank Armor Build
- Weapon: Scream In The Night
- Head: Almudron Helm S
- Chest: Zinogre Mail S
- Arms: Rathalos Braces S
- Waist: Zinogre Coil S
- Legs: Remobra Feet S
Players will need to grind for various materials in order to obtain the best high-ranked gear and defeat seemingly insurmountable enemies. The Scream In The Night Charge Blade deals a monstrous 190 damage while granting hunters Defense Grinder, 2x Affinity, and 2x Attack when Rampaging.
This set of armor provides a total of 302 Defense with 2x Rapid Morph, 2x Latent Power, 2x Weakness Exploit, and 2x Attack. This build will take advantage of the monster's weaknesses and deal great amounts of damage. Hunters can confidently face the extremely difficult endgame monsters with this build.
Best Solo Build
- Weapon: Scream In The Night
- Head: Almudron Helm S
- Chest: Zinogre Mail S
- Arms: Almudron Vambraces S
- Waist: Skalda Elytra S
- Legs: Golden Hakama
The Charge Blade is undoubtedly one of the best weapons for solo play in Monster Hunter Rise. Its offensive and defensive capabilities ensure that hunters are able to face any threat without the need for assistance. A build for solo play should focus on enhancing the hunter's survivability, offense, and defense to endure and win prolonged battles. The Scream In The Night Charge Blade inflicts 190 damage and provides Defense Grinder, a 2x Affinity Boost, and a 3x Attack Boost.
This set of armor provides 292 Defense and grants a 2x Critical Boost, 2x Latent Power, 2x Evade Window, 3x Rapid Morph, and 3x Weakness Exploit. This build will ensure that hunters are able to engage in extensive confrontations and reign victorious every time.
Best Group Build
- Weapon: Dragonsong
- Head: Golden Headdress
- Chest: Rhopessa Thorax S
- Arms: Golden Kote
- Waist: Remobra Belt S
- Legs: Golden Hakama
Charge Blade players are a deadly and desirable addition to any group of hunters. Charge Blade hunters are able to face the monster head-on while allies flank from the sides or support from afar. A build for groups should be based on dealing damage and taking damage to be effective in direct confrontation with monsters.
The Dragonsong Charge Blade deals 200 damage and provides Element Exploit, a 2x Dragon Boost, and a 3x Attack Boost. This armor set grants 324 Defense and provides Maximum Might, Dragon Attack, 2x Critical Eye, a 2x Critical Boost, 2x Latent Power, 3x Critical Element, and 3x Heroics. This build will deal as much damage as possible while keeping the hunter alive when fighting a monster.