What armour is good to use against Bazelgeuse

[Forsparda]

trying to find a way to be exploded less

[Haukkari]

If you are encountering bazelgeuse for first time, it might be really difficulty to learn its attack mechanics. Recommending wearing gears that has blast resistance skills, for example some dodogama parts has blast res. Eventually while progressing in game, you will get fireproof mantle, which is really useful against him.

[flyingturtle]

I maxed out my Health Boost, the first time trying to beat Bazel. That way I wouldn't get one-shotted by Bazel or his bombs.

I wore the Ingot Vambraces for 2 Health Boost, then crafted the first level of the Health Charm for another point, so I'd have a total of 3 Health Boost.

I ate the Fish Platter at the Canteen for elemental resistances (to help protect me against Blast and Fire damage).

Then once in the mission I ate a Max Potion so it would max out my Health Bar.

On the console, I beat him with the Insect Glaive. I brought traps to keep him on the ground and went to camp to restock.

I had a much easier time with the Great Sword later on, using hit-and-run tactics.

Now, though, I just use ranged weapons against Bazel: Thunder Bow, Pierce HBG, Rapid Fire Thunder LBG, etc.

[TGC> The Games Collector]

I'd say start at the tail. Cut it off and there's a few less bombs flying around.
And just work your way up to the head from there. Keeping an eye on what he does at every move.

It's not really an armor recommendation, but still a way to to avoid getting exploded.

[iRaged]

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[JackieTheDemon]

Just let the dragon kill itself in the Ancient forest.

[BurlsoL]

Build for defense, fire resistance, and lightning damage.

Pay attention to where his scales are when fighting him. Eventually he will run out of bombs in the front and back making these areas vulnerable to attack. If both are full, stay to the center of the body or focus on riding attacks. When red, keep your distance and let the rage run its course.

Depending on map, you can take advantage of some of the local wildlife. Odogaron, Giros, Disblos, Rathalos, Rathian, and a few others will fight back when Bazel damages them. This can create openings.

[Sasha the Qwaser]

Best advice for Bazel: Stay to the side, bring a ton of flash pods/flashbugs, and try to avoid being in front or behind him when he's angry.

[Passan]

Defense and Fire resistence is the way to go. However, if you get blown up by 2 or 3 of his bombs, you will faint. Battlegoose is all about to know when to keep distance. Thankfully he has a very small move set, but spend more time learning him.

Plus he is V E R Y aggro and will attack every other monster, yet never engage in a "Turf War". Still, try to use this to your advantage and let other monster do the work for you.

Nothing will properly prepare you for the first fight against him.

[Lunacy]

Just play more carefully so you don't get exploded in the first place. It's usually wide open after most attacks.

[3SecondsofPrayer4u]

Honestly, earplugs are gonna help a lot cause he has a really strong roar and often starts his tackle before you recover.

[00_01_02_03_04_05_06_07_08_09_10]

Funnily enough, Bazel armor is good against Bazel.

[SolusiRadikal]

blast resistance/ health for basic. Later on you can choose pure firepower for faster run

[numbers]

equp pierce bowgun and turn your brain off