Armor: Crafting & Upgrading — Monster Hunter: World Guide

Armor is also crafted and upgraded at the Smithy. Each armor piece provides defense, elemental resistances, and skill points. Crafting full sets often provides set bonuses. Upgrading armor with Armor Spheres increases its defense value. Prioritize armor with skills that benefit your weapon and playstyle. In High Rank, you'll encounter 'Alpha' (A) and 'Beta' (B) versions of armor. Alpha sets have pre-set skills, while Beta sets have fewer pre-set skills but more decoration slots, allowing for greater customization. Mix and match pieces to create optimal builds.