A long range projectileweapon. Utilizes a varietyof ammo to do everythingfrom rapidly shooting targetsto providing support withstatus-changing ammo.
Light Bowgun
Internal Ammo
Each Bowgun comes equipped with specific internal ammo. This ammo is different depending on the Bowgun you're using. Internal ammo is indicated by the blue highlight when selecting your ammo during a Quest.
Internal Ammo details can be found here
Wyvern S | Ammo derived from the Wyvern's Fire mechanism |
|---|---|
Slicing S | Ammo that ejects blades on impact, and deals cutting damage to the area it hits |
Blast S | Ammo that causes explosive reactions |
Force S | Heavy damage but strong recoil. |
Heavy S | Can flinch monsters from critical range. |
Sting S | Heavy damage to soft parts. |
Cannon S | Explodes on impact. |
Long S | Ammo with a farther critical range. |
Stone S | Simple but high capacity ammo. |
Flaming S Lv2 | Strong Fire Elemental ammo. |
Water S Lv2 | Strong Water Elemental ammo. |
Thunder S Lv2 | Strong Thunder Elemental ammo. |
Ice S Lv2 | Strong Ice Elemental ammo. |
Dragon S Lv2 | Strong Dragon Elemental ammo. |
P.Flaming S | Piercing Fire Elemental ammo. |
P.Water S | Piercing Water Elemental ammo. |
P.Thunder S | Piercing Thunder Elemental ammo. |
P. Freeze S | Piercing Ice Elemental ammo. |
Triblast S | Explodes three times on impact. |
Shrapnel S | Same effects as Pellet S on impact area. |
Dazzling S | A high-speed light round. |
Poison Smoke S | Emits Poison Smoke on impact. |
Demon S | Boosts the targeted ally's Attack. |
Demon Affinity S | Boosts Attack and Affinity. |
Armor S | Boosts the targeted ally's Defense. |
Super Armor S | Boosts Defense, negates Knockback. |
Flash S | Same effect as Flash Bombs. |
Dung S | Same effect as Dung Bombs. |
Remedy S | Heals status; boosts Natural Recovery. |
Group Recover S | Heals all allies in an area. |
Demon Armor S | Boosts Attack and Defense. |
Rapid Fire
Automatically fire multiple rounds at the cost of one shot. Rapid fire can only be done with specific ammo, and leaves you open for a period of time. Any ammo that can be used with Rapid Fire is highlighted in green when selecting ammo.
Rapid Fire-capable Internal Ammo
Some Internal Ammo can also be used for Rapid Fire. In this situation, that ammo is highlighted in blue and green when selecting ammo during a Quest.
Common Bowgun Controls
Changing Ammo
Hold down 
to open the Item Window, and then use 
and 
to cycle through available ammo.
to open the Item Window, and then use and to cycle through available ammo.Scope/Quick Aim
Scope (Press)
Use 
or 
to aim the reticle.
When using the V.Zoom Scope, left and right with will change the magnification.
or to aim the reticle.When using the V.Zoom Scope, left and right with
will change the magnification. Quick Aim (Hold)
Use to move your hunter, and to aim.
to move your hunter, and to aim.Bowgun Controls
Select Bowgun Controls in the game menu's Options.
Type 1
When you press the reticle button, the reticle will face the direction the hunter is facing. The angle will match the camera.
Type 2
When you press the reticle button, the reticle will point in the direction and angle the camera is facing, regardless of the direction the player is facing.
Type 3
When you press the reticle button, the reticle will appear in the direction and angle the Bowgun is facing.
Guild Style
Reload
(During a jump you can attack and reload)
(During a jump you can attack and reload)
Fire
(Perform during a jump to fire in mid-air)
(Perform during a jump to fire in mid-air)
＋＋
Reload While Sheathed
Backstep
(Press to sidestep left or right)
(Press
to sidestep left or right)
Sheathe
Special Attack
Melee Attack
Recommended Combo 1
Fire
Sidestep
(left or right)- +
Sidestep
(left or right)- +
Recommended Combo 2
Fire
Sidestep
(left or right)- +
Backstep
Action Chart
Striker Style
Reload
(During a jump you can attack and reload)
(During a jump you can attack and reload)
Fire
(Perform during a jump to fire in mid-air)
(Perform during a jump to fire in mid-air)
＋＋
Reload While Sheathed
Backstep
(Press to sidestep left or right)
(Press
to sidestep left or right)Sheathe
Special Attack
Melee Attack
Recommended Combo 1
Fire
Side Dodge
(left or right)- +
Action Chart
Aerial Style
Reload
(During a jump you can attack and reload)
(During a jump you can attack and reload)
Fire
(Perform during a jump to fire in mid-air)
(Perform during a jump to fire in mid-air)
＋ While in the Air
Jumping Downward Shot
＋＋
Reload While Sheathed
Aerial Dodge
(After firing a shot, press to sidestep left or right)
(After firing a shot, press
to sidestep left or right)Sheathe
Special Attack
Melee Attack
Jumping Downward Shot
Press + while in the air to fire a Downward Shot. If you do this with ammo capable of Rapid Fire, you can shoot Rapid Fire shots downwards.
+ while in the air to fire a Downward Shot. If you do this with ammo capable of Rapid Fire, you can shoot Rapid Fire shots downwards.Recommended Combo 1
Fire
Backstep
Recommended Combo 2
Boost Jump
Near a monster
Downward Shot
- +
Jump Shot
*Perform a Downward Shot with Rapid Fire-compatible ammo to perform a rapid fire version of Downward Shot.
This will not combo into Jump Shot.
Recommended Combo 3
Boost Jump
Near a monster
Downward Shot
- +
Midair Reload
Action Chart
Adept Style
Reload
(During a jump you can attack and reload)
(During a jump you can attack and reload)
Fire
(Perform during a jump to fire in mid-air)
(Perform during a jump to fire in mid-air)
＋＋
Reload While Sheathed
Forward Dodge (perform just before an attack hits you for an Insta-Evade)
Sheathe
Special Attack
Melee Attack
Power Reload
Your Bowgun will automatically reload after an Insta-Evade, and your attack power will temporarily increase.
Power Run
After an Insta-Evade, press to use some Stamina and perform a Power Run.
to use some Stamina and perform a Power Run.Recommended Combo 1
Insta-Evade
Perform just before an attack hits you
Power Reload
(automatically performed)
Fire
Recommended Combo 2
Insta-Evade
Perform just before an attack hits you
Power Run
Action Chart
- Long-range Weapons
- Light Bowgun
- Heavy Bowgun
- Bow
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