Which skills matter most for an early game Insect Glaive?

Airborne 2, Burst 2, Evade Extender 1 are what the starter sets stack — they work with the base weapon and need no rare decorations.

When should I drop the early game Insect Glaive set?

Replace it once you reach the next HR bracket or as soon as the progression pieces are craftable.

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Insect Glaive Early Game Build

The early-game Insect Glaive set below is built around Bone Glaive (Blunt) and G. Arkveld Helm (head), G. Arkveld Mail (chest), G. Arkveld Vambraces (arms), G. Ebony Coil (waist), G. Rathalos Greaves (legs). It activates Airborne 2, Burst 2 and Evade Extender 1, which is the cheapest skill package that still covers the weapon's core damage loop while you are short on decorations.

early

HR Starter

Weapon

Bone Glaive (Blunt)

Armor

Head: G. Arkveld Helm
Chest: G. Arkveld Mail
Arms: G. Arkveld Vambraces
Waist: G. Ebony Coil
Legs: G. Rathalos Greaves

Activated Skills

Airborne 2Burst 2Evade Extender 1

Insect Glaive Early Game FAQ

What is the best early game Insect Glaive build?: Start on Bone Glaive (Blunt) with G. Arkveld Helm (head), G. Arkveld Mail (chest), G. Arkveld Vambraces (arms), G. Ebony Coil (waist), G. Rathalos Greaves (legs). That combination activates Airborne 2, Burst 2 and Evade Extender 1.
Which skills matter most for an early game Insect Glaive?: Airborne 2, Burst 2, Evade Extender 1 are what the starter sets stack — they work with the base weapon and need no rare decorations.
When should I drop the early game Insect Glaive set?: Replace it once you reach the next HR bracket or as soon as the progression pieces are craftable.