"Guide: Defeating and Capturing Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds"

As you venture deeper into the unknown region in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the weather turns increasingly harsh. Not only must you brave the biting cold, but you'll also face the challenge of battling three formidable Hirabami. These creatures are known for their group dynamics and aerial maneuvers, making them a tough adversary in the icy expanses of Iceshard Cliffs.

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Monster Hunter Wilds Hirabami Boss Fight Guide

• Bring Large Dung Pods
• Use Heavy Slicing Pod Slinger Ammo
• Utilize Environmental Traps
• Aim for the Head
• Watch the Tail

How to Capture Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds

Monster Hunter Wilds Hirabami Boss Fight Guide

Known Habitats: Iceshard Cliffs
Breakable Parts: Head and Tail
Recommended Elemental Attack: Fire
Effective Status Effects: Poison (3x), Sleep (3x), Paralysis (2x), Blastblight (2x), Stun (2x), Exhaust (2x)
Effective Items: Pitfall Trap, Shock Trap, Flash Pod

Bring Large Dung Pods

Hirabami presents a formidable challenge in Monster Hunter Wilds, primarily due to their preference for group combat. To manage this, equip yourself with Large Dung Pods. These invaluable tools can disperse the monsters, allowing you to tackle them individually and increase your chances of success.

Use Heavy Slicing Pod Slinger Ammo

Hirabami's tendency to float in the air can be particularly frustrating, especially for melee weapon users. To counter this, utilize Heavy Slicing Pod Slinger ammo, which can be fired from your Slinger to bring them down. If you're out of ammo, aim to sever Hirabami's tail, as it will drop a Tail Claw Shard that can be converted into the necessary ammo.

Utilize Environmental Traps

The battle arena in Iceshard Cliffs is dotted with environmental traps such as Ice Spikes, Floating Rubble, and Brittle Ice Pillars. Strategically using these can stun and damage Hirabami, giving you a significant advantage in the fight.

Aim for the Head

The head is Hirabami's most vulnerable spot, though reaching it can be challenging due to their aerial habits. Ranged weapon users have a clear advantage here, while melee users should target the neck when the creature descends. Avoid the torso, as it's heavily armored and less effective to attack.

Watch the Tail

Hirabami's unpredictable movements include biting, spitting, and dive-bombing from the sky. While these attacks are dodgeable by watching the head, don't overlook the tail. It can swing like a hammer, posing a significant threat if you're not vigilant.

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How to Capture Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds

To capture Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds, you must first reduce its health to 20% or less, indicated by a skull icon next to the monster's icon on the mini-map. Once at this threshold, deploy a Pitfall Trap or a Shock Trap to immobilize the creature. Quickly follow up with a Tranquilizer to knock it out before it escapes. Successfully capturing Hirabami will end the fight and grant you the standard rewards, though it may limit your opportunities to gather additional materials from breaking its weak spots.

That's all you need to know about defeating and capturing Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds. Remember to bring Large Dung Pods or use the SOS feature to ease the battle.

Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.