In Monster Hunter Wilds, secret armor sets are special equipment items that don’t originate from killing monsters in the usual way. Rather, they are unlocked via the game’s Item Trade system, which you can access after you hit High Rank (HR) after completing the main story. These sets tend to have powerful skills and distinctive looks, which makes them extremely sought after for both purpose and style. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to unlock all 11 hidden armor sets in MH Wilds.
In order to begin unlocking secret armor sets, you must:
Get High Rank: Secret armor sets do not exist in Low Rank. Complete the main story up until you defeat the Yian Kut-Ku and unlock High Rank, which is usually around Chapter 4 or beyond. This unlocks the Item Trade system in full and introduces the materials used for these sets.
Use the Item Trade Mechanic: The majority of secret armor sets need rare materials gained through trading with particular NPCs in the villages of the Forbidden Lands. Nata serves as a trade center in High Rank, in which you can access materials from all open traders without going to each village in turn. Monitor traders periodically, as their inventories change.
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List of All The 11 Secret Armor Sets and How to Unlock Them
Here’s how to unlock the 11 known secret armor sets in Monster Hunter Wilds. Each has a specific material or condition, usually related to trading or a special quest. As an aside, all of these sets contain the Imparted Wisdom (3).
1. Kunafa Alpha Armor Set
- Material Needed: Dalthydon Wool
- How to Get: Trade with Kilama in Kunafa Village or occasionally with Gawdygog in Wudwud Village (sometimes requires Ancient Wyvern Coins)
- Skills: Palico Rally (boosts Palico attack and defense)
- Notes: A comprehensive set (no bracers) inspired by Kunafa’s residents.
2. Azuz Alpha Armor Set
- Material Needed: Azuz Tanned Leather
- How to Get: Trade with Azuz traders (Aida, Dogard, or Yabran) or Gawdygog in Wudwud Village.
- Skills: Includes Imparted Wisdom (3) and Forager’s Luck (increases rare gathering point chances).
3. Battle Alpha Armor Set
- Material Needed: Scarred Scale
- How to Get: Trade with Sekka in Suja or Gawdygog in Wudwud Village.
- Skills: Features Imparted Wisdom (3) and Forager’s Luck.
4. Melahoa Alpha Armor Set
- Material Needed: Great Hibiscus
- How to Get: Trade with Rysher in the Keeper’s Sigil.
- Skills: Imparted Wisdom (3) and Forager’s Luck for gathering-focused play.
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5. Artian Alpha Armor Set
- Material Needed: None (quest-based)
- How to Get: Complete the “What We Protect” quest in Chapter 5.
- Skills: Unique among secret sets for not requiring traded materials; offers Imparted Wisdom (3).
6. Suja Alpha Armor Set
- Material Needed: Suja Textiles
- How to Get: Trade with Sekka in Suja.
- Skills: Includes Imparted Wisdom (3) and Forager’s Luck.
7. Sild Alpha Armor Set
- Material Needed: Sild Cotton
- How to Get: Trade with Red in the Keeper’s Vigil or Gawdygog in Wudwud Village.
- Skills: Boosts gathering with Imparted Wisdom (3) and Forager’s Luck.
8. Death Stench Alpha Armor Set
- Material Needed: Sinister Cloth
- How to Get: Trade with Gawdygog in Wudwud Village (rare drop, often requires Ancient Wyvern Coins).
- Skills: A fan-favorite set with Imparted Wisdom (3) and eerie aesthetics.
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9. Butterfly Alpha Armor Set
- Material Needed: Great Hornfly
- How to Get: Trade with Scarlet Forest traders (e.g., Musharpeye) or Gawdygog.
- Skills: Imparted Wisdom (3) and Forager’s Luck for a delicate, nature-themed set.
10. King Beetle Alpha Armor Set
- Material Needed: Great Hornfly
- How to Get: Same as Butterfly set—trade with Musharpeye or Gawdygog.
- Skills: Focuses on aggressive skills like Heroics and Maximum Might alongside Imparted Wisdom (3).
11. Commission Alpha Armor Set
- Material Needed: Commission Ticket
- How to Get: Trade with Santiago via the Support Ship in Windward Plains (random availability; set to “Miscellaneous” for better odds).
- Skills: Offers utility skills like Wide-Range and Speed Eating, styled after Monster Hunter World.
Tips for Success
- Ancient Wyvern Coins: These are a scarce currency dropped by demons or picked up in the wild. Hoard them for trades with Gawdygog, who tends to carry the scarcest materials.
- Check Daily: Traders’ inventories refresh periodically, so visit Nata or individual traders regularly.
- Material Retrieval: Certain materials (e.g., Great Hibiscus) may also be sourced from the Farm system after opening it up in Chapter 4 through side quests in areas such as Oilwell Basin or Scarlet Forest.
- Crafting: After you obtain the primary material, the set unlocks at Gemma’s Smithy. You will require other common materials (i.e., monster pieces) to craft each item.
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These hidden armor sets are ideal for collectors or players seeking unique skills such as Palico Rally or Heroics, but may not necessarily be superior to monster-based sets in pure stats.
