Mastering Great Sword in Monster Hunter Wilds: Moves and Combos Guide

The *Monster Hunter* franchise is celebrated for its diverse arsenal of weapons, each offering unique playstyles and strategies. For those looking to dominate with the Great Sword in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, this guide will provide you with all the essential tips and techniques to become a master.

Best Ways to Use the Great Sword in Monster Hunter Wilds

The Great Sword is a formidable weapon, renowned for its slow yet devastatingly powerful attacks. A single well-timed swing can deal massive damage, making it crucial for players to understand the optimal moments to strike. As you progress, upgrades will enhance its power and introduce elemental bonuses, further amplifying its effectiveness.

All Moves

Combos

Mastering combos with the Great Sword can significantly enhance your damage output and control over battles in Monster Hunter Wilds.

True Charged Slash Combo

Initiate this combo by pressing Triangle/Y three times in succession. Start with an Overhead Slash, followed by a Strong Charged Slash, and conclude with the True Charged Slash. You can charge each slash by holding down the attack button, with the hunter's color changing from white to yellow to red, indicating increased damage levels. Hitting a soft part of the monster with a True Charged Slash triggers the True Charged Slash (Power), boosting damage further. After executing the combo, dodge immediately and press Triangle/Y to perform a Tackle, skipping the initial Overhead Slash and transitioning directly to the Strong Charged Slash for quicker, more effective attacks.

Forward Lunging Combo

This combo starts with three presses of the Circle/B button, executing a Wide Slash, a Tackle, and a Leaping Wide Slash. It's perfect for covering large areas and targeting elusive enemies. Using Focus Mode during this combo ensures you hit all weak spots and wounds, maximizing damage.

Stationary Combo

When a monster is immobilized by status effects like paralysis, use this combo by alternating between a Wide Slash and a Rising Slash twice for a quick four-hit sequence. While not the most damaging, it keeps pressure on the monster effectively.

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Guard and Counters

The Great Sword in Monster Hunter Wilds allows players to block damage and execute powerful counterattacks with precise timing.

Offset Rising Slash

The Rising Slash is excellent for reaching high targets, but its true potential lies in countering. Press Triangle/Y and Circle/B simultaneously to unleash the Rising Slash, and hold to charge it. Release the charge just as the monster attacks to knock it down, then follow up with a Cross Slash using Triangle/Y. Mastering the timing is crucial to avoid taking unnecessary damage.

Guarding

Guarding with the Great Sword by holding R2/RT reduces incoming damage at the cost of stamina. While not ideal for extended battles due to chip damage, a well-timed Perfect Guard negates all damage. Achieve this by guarding the moment an attack lands, accompanied by visual and sound cues. A Perfect Guard can sometimes lead to a Power Clash, where mashing Circle/B can overpower the monster, knocking it down for further attacks.

With these strategies and techniques, you're well on your way to mastering the Great Sword in Monster Hunter Wilds. For more tips and guides, be sure to visit The Escapist.

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