Monster Hunter Wilds offers a vast selection of stylish and striking armor sets, but the most attractive gear isn't always the most effective in battle. This is where Layered Armor or so-called transmog comes into play.

This system allows players to wear one armor for its stats while displaying another for appearance. If you want to slay monsters with elegance without sacrificing your build, Layered Armor is the perfect solution. In this guide, we'll explain how to unlock and equip Layered Armor in Monster Hunter Wilds.

How to Unlock Layered Armor in Monster Hunter Wilds

Layered armor or transmog is purely a cosmetic feature, meaning it doesn't add any defense, attack power, or other stat bonuses. It simply changes the appearance of your gear, allowing you to retain the stats of the best available armor. To access Layered Armor in Monster Hunter Wilds, you need to unlock high-rank armor.

To unlock the higher rank and corresponding transmog, you must first complete the main story campaign. After the story finale, you will gain access to High Rank, where you'll start encountering enhanced versions of monsters. They drop unique materials needed to craft high-rank armor.

Each time you create a piece of high-rank armor, its Layered Armor version is automatically unlocked. This means that to expand your Layered Armor collection, you need to continue crafting new pieces of high-rank gear.

Certain editions of Monster Hunter Wilds (Deluxe Edition and Premium Deluxe Edition) include exclusive Layered Armor sets that are available from the start of the game. These bonus sets allow you to change your character's appearance without unlocking High Rank gear.

How to Equip Layered Armor in Monster Hunter Wilds

Once you've unlocked Layered Armor, it can be easily equipped. Here's what you need to do:

1. Enter any tent at the base camp.

2. Open the Appearance Menu.

3. Select Equipment Appearance.

4. Choose the armor slot you want to change (available options: head, chest, arms, waist, or legs).

5. Browse the list of unlocked Layered Armor and select the one you want to wear.

6. Press the confirmation button to apply the changes.

Your character will now appear as if wearing the chosen Layered Armor while retaining all the stats of your actual gear.

Customizing Layered Armor in Monster Hunter Wilds

Monster Hunter Wilds also allows you to customize the appearance of your Layered Armor. In the Equipment Appearance menu, you can:

• Enable or disable display: If you prefer a minimalist look, you can hide individual armor parts, leaving only their stats.
• Change the color scheme: Once fully unlocked, layered armor can have its color changed to match your personal style.
• Save a custom equipment set: If you have a favorite look, you can save it as a preset and quickly switch between different styles.

Is Layered Armor Worth Using?

Layered Armor/transmog is a great way to personalize your hunter's appearance without sacrificing combat effectiveness. Early in the game, armor often looks chaotic due to the need to select it based on stats, but after unlocking high rank, you'll finally be able to customize your character's style without losing important bonuses.