How Do I Change My Switch Skill in Monster Hunter Rise?
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Changing your Switch Skills in Monster Hunter Rise (MHR) is a core mechanic allowing for personalized combat styles, and it’s thankfully very straightforward. You don’t need to trawl through complex menus or complete lengthy side quests. Simply put, to change your Switch Skill, you need to head to your Item Box which is accessible in various locations such as Kamura Village or Elgado Outpost. From there, select the “Change Switch Skill” option, and you’ll see a list of available skills for your equipped weapon. Choose your desired skill, and you’re done! It’s as easy as that.
Understanding Switch Skills
Switch Skills function much like Hunter Arts and Hunting Styles from Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate, offering a way to customize your approach to combat. They aren’t simply stat buffs; they are different moves that drastically alter how each weapon plays. This means you can tailor your playstyle to match your own preferences and the challenges you are facing. With six Switch Skills per weapon available, players have a large array of options, meaning there are a whopping 84 skills to unlock and master.
It is important to know that Switch Skills aren’t immediately available when starting the game. They unlock progressively as you progress. Don’t worry though, you are not stuck with your initial skill set.
How To Unlock New Switch Skills
The game has a few ways to unlock Switch Skills, and the requirements vary. The process is split into tiers:
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Second Base-Game Switch Skills: To unlock the second base-game Switch Skill for each weapon, you need to craft or upgrade 8 different weapons of that specific weapon type. Once your 8th craft or upgrade is done, it’ll unlock a new Switch Skill for that weapon type. So, for example, if you want all the second Switch Skills, you’ll have to do this for each of the 14 weapon types in the game.
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Third Switch Skills: These skills are tied to specific quests. You’ll need to get to Hunter Rank 4 to unlock the necessary new quests. Completing each of these quests will award you with a Third Switch Skill for each specific weapon type.
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Further Switch Skills (Sunbreak Content): The Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak expansion adds even more Switch Skills. To unlock these, you will need to progress through the Sunbreak story and complete certain quests given by the new NPC, Master Utsushi. As you journey through the expansion’s main quest line and complete the assigned tasks, you will gradually unlock additional skills.
Switch Skill Swap
The Sunbreak expansion also introduces the Switch Skill Swap mechanic. This allows you to set two sets of Switch Skills which can be swapped mid-hunt, further diversifying your combat capabilities and enabling even greater adaptability. To unlock this, you’ll have to reach Elgado Outpost and complete Master Arlow’s introductory quest. You will then be introduced to Master Utsushi who will provide the training to allow you to swap between two different load-outs of skills.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are 15 FAQs addressing common questions about Switch Skills in Monster Hunter Rise:
1. Where Can I Find the Item Box?
The Item Box is located in several key places: in the main area of Kamura Village, inside the Gathering Hub, at the Buddy Plaza, and in Elgado Outpost.
2. Do I Need the Sunbreak Expansion to get More Switch Skills?
Yes, some of the Switch Skills, and the Switch Skill Swap mechanic are introduced with the Sunbreak expansion. Without it, you won’t have access to these additional skills or the swapping system.
3. Is Skill Swap Permanent?
No, Skill Swap is not permanent, in the context of similar mechanics in other games. In MHR, using Switch Skill Swap allows you to swap between two sets of skills, as often as needed during a hunt. If you switch out a Pokemon after using Skill Swap in other games, they will regain their original ability, whereas in MHR skills stay with the weapon for the duration of the hunt, even if you change the equipment.
4. How Many Switch Skills Are There Per Weapon?
Each weapon has six Switch Skills. This results in a total of 84 Switch Skills to master across all 14 weapon types.
5. How Do I Get to Elgado Outpost?
You must complete the urgent quest at the gathering hub and watch a series of story scenes. Afterward, speak to Dame Fiorayne near the Smithy in Kamura, who will then take you to Elgado Outpost.
6. What Are the Key Differences Between the Base Game Switch Skills and Sunbreak Switch Skills?
The base game Switch Skills generally offer foundational changes to weapon movesets. Sunbreak’s skills, on the other hand, tend to offer more specialized moves, frequently giving you options to adapt to the specific monster you are hunting and to compliment your chosen combat style.
7. Is It Possible to Reset Switch Skills?
No, you cannot reset or remove Switch Skills. Once you unlock a switch skill, you have it, allowing you to choose any available skill from the Item Box, which can be accessed any time, when not in a quest. You can always experiment with different combinations and setups at will.
8. How Do I Unlock the “Axe Hopper” Switch Skill?
You unlock “Axe Hopper” by completing the 5-star Hub quest: Charge Blade Coalescing.
9. Can You Change Buddy Skills?
Yes, you can change Buddy Skills at the Buddy Board, identifiable by a large wooden Palamute and Palico statue. These can be found in various locations, including near your Item Box and in the Buddy Plaza.
10. How Do I Unlock Master Rank in MHR?
Master Rank unlocks automatically upon completing the first Sunbreak mission, “Uninvited Guest – Hunt a Daimyo Hermataur.” This requires you to have purchased and installed the Sunbreak DLC.
11. Does Magnamalo Use Hellfire Blight?
Yes, Magnamalo utilizes Hellfire Blight. This blight can cause significant damage if you are not careful.
12. What Are Magnamalo’s Weaknesses?
Magnamalo is weak to Water and somewhat weak to Thunder. Ailments don’t affect it much, so focus on elemental damage.
13. Is Magnamalo the Final Boss?
No, Magnamalo is not the final boss of Monster Hunter Rise. It is a challenging fight, but there are many other monsters that will be available as you progress further into the game.
14. Can You Protect Against Switch Skill Swaps in Other Games?
If Skill Swap is used in other games like Pokemon, moves such as Protect can block them. However, MHR does not use similar protection mechanics. You can switch between skills, but never against your will.
15. What is the Best Armor to Fight Magnamalo?
Armor crafted from Remobra materials provides resistances that can be useful against Magnamalo’s attacks, offering a modest boost to Fire, Water, Thunder, and Ice resistance, as well as two Dragon resistance points. However, focusing on weapons that deal Water elemental damage will also give you a substantial edge.
Conclusion
Changing your Switch Skills in Monster Hunter Rise is easy. By going to the Item Box and navigating to the Change Switch Skill option, you can experiment with different combinations to find the style that best suits your gameplay. The ability to do this and swap between combat styles using Switch Skill Swap during a hunt enhances the strategic depth of the game. It adds a layer of customization that lets you get the most out of each weapon and allows you to create your own unique hunter. Good luck and happy hunting!