What is the best Switch Axe progression build?

At mid HR the Switch Axe moves to Rathian Axe (Poison) with G. Ebony Helm β (head), Rathalos Mail β (chest), G. Arkveld Vambraces β (arms), Gore Coil β (waist), Gore Greaves β (legs).

Which pieces of the Switch Axe progression set survive into endgame?

G. Arkveld Vambraces β is the most reused piece across recorded Switch Axe sets, so craft it first.

What HR does the Switch Axe progression set cover?

It is recorded for the mid-HR bracket.

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Switch Axe Progression Build

The Switch Axe progression set at mid HR swaps the starter armor for G. Ebony Helm β (head), Rathalos Mail β (chest), G. Arkveld Vambraces β (arms), Gore Coil β (waist), Gore Greaves β (legs) and moves to Rathian Axe (Poison). The point of this stage is Weakness Exploit 5, Critical Boost 3, Rapid Morph 3 and Antivirus 3 — skills that keep paying off after you replace them with endgame pieces.

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HR Mid-Game

Weapon

Rathian Axe (Poison)

Armor

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

Activated Skills

Weakness Exploit 5Critical Boost 3Rapid Morph 3Antivirus 3

Damage profile from Weakness Exploit Lv5, Critical Boost Lv3: approximately 1× raw, or 1.085× against weak points (approximate model, white sharpness assumed).

Switch Axe Progression FAQ

What is the best Switch Axe progression build?: At mid HR the Switch Axe moves to Rathian Axe (Poison) with G. Ebony Helm β (head), Rathalos Mail β (chest), G. Arkveld Vambraces β (arms), Gore Coil β (waist), Gore Greaves β (legs).
Which pieces of the Switch Axe progression set survive into endgame?: G. Arkveld Vambraces β is the most reused piece across recorded Switch Axe sets, so craft it first.
What HR does the Switch Axe progression set cover?: It is recorded for the mid-HR bracket.