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How To Use the Long Sword in Monster Hunter Wilds: All Moves and Combos

Mar 04,25(9 months ago)
How To Use the Long Sword in Monster Hunter Wilds: All Moves and Combos

Mastering the Long Sword in Monster Hunter Wilds: A Comprehensive Guide

The Long Sword is a standout weapon in the Monster Hunter series, offering a thrilling blend of speed and devastating power. This guide provides a detailed breakdown of its mechanics, ensuring you become a Long Sword virtuoso in Monster Hunter Wilds.

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The Long Sword's versatility shines through its adaptable combos and effective counterattacks. Let's dive into its moveset:

Long Sword Moveset

CommandMoveDescription
Triangle/YStandard AttackSpirit Blade attacks are slashing attacks consuming the Spirit Gauge. Spirit Blade I and II directions are adjustable via the analog stick.
Circle/BThrustFollow up with Circle/B for a Rising Slash.
R2/RTSpirit Blade ISlashing attack consuming the Spirit Gauge. Direction adjustable with the analog stick.
R2/RT x 4Spirit Blade ComboA four-hit combo consuming the Spirit Gauge. Direction adjustable with the analog stick.
Holding R2/RTSpirit ChargeFills the Spirit Gauge, unleashing a Spirit Blade attack upon release. Charge duration determines attack power; a full charge unleashes a Spirit Roundslash. A red Spirit Gauge grants invulnerability during the Roundslash.
Triangle/Y + Circle/BFade SlashA backward slashing attack; direction controllable via the analog stick.
R2/RT + Circle/B (Mid-Combo)Foresight SlashA mid-combo attack with significant invulnerability. Consumes the entire Spirit Gauge, but landing it after a dodge refills the gauge. Chain into a Spirit Roundslash with R2/RT. With an empty gauge, the effect is reduced; with a red gauge, it's followed by a Foresight Whirl Slash.
R2/RT + Triangle/YSpirit ThrustLowers the Spirit Gauge (White or higher) but chains into a Spirit Helm Breaker. A red gauge allows for a Spirit Release Slash follow-up. Cancel Spirit Helm Breaker with Square/X.
R2/RT + Cross/ASpecial SheathA special sheathing action.
(After Special Sheath) Triangle/YIai SlashAutomatically fills the Spirit Gauge briefly.
(After Special Sheath) R2/RTIai Spirit SlashA timed counterattack against enemy attacks, raising the Spirit Gauge by one level.
L2/LT + R1/RBFocus Strike: Unbound ThrustEffective against wounds. Hitting a wound/weak point unleashes a slash, increasing the Spirit Gauge. Direction adjustable with the analog stick.

The Spirit Gauge: Your Power Source

The Spirit Gauge is the Long Sword's unique mechanic, directly impacting its damage output. Higher gauge levels mean greater damage, unlocking powerful follow-up attacks at maximum level. Attacks on the monster charge the gauge, while Spirit Blade attacks and successful Spirit Roundslashes/Focus Strikes increase its level. A red gauge extends the duration of Spirit Roundslashes and Spinning Crimson Slashes, as it depletes over time.

Damage multipliers:

  • White: 1.02x
  • Yellow: 1.04x
  • Red: 1.1x

Mastering Long Sword Combos

Monster Hunter Wilds Long Sword Combos

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Effective combo strategies are crucial for maximizing damage.

  • Spirit Gauge Filling/Leveling Combo: A four-hit Triangle/Y combo rapidly fills the Spirit Gauge. A four-hit R2/RT combo, culminating in a Spirit Roundslash, increases the gauge level.

  • Crimson Slash Combo: With a maxed (red) Spirit Gauge, a three-hit Triangle/Y combo unleashes swift, high-damage Crimson Slashes.

  • Stationary Combo: A maxed Spirit Gauge allows for a stationary Triangle/Y + Circle/B + Triangle/Y combo (Crimson Slash, Rising Slash, Crimson Slash), ideal for sustained damage without repositioning.

Advanced Long Sword Techniques

Monster Hunter Wilds Long Sword Tips

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Mastering the Spirit Gauge is key to maximizing damage.

  • Spirit Charge: Holding R2/RT initiates Spirit Charge, enabling a damage-boosting Spirit Roundslash without the preceding combo.

  • Spirit Helm Breaker/Spirit Release Slash: The Spirit Helm Breaker delivers maximum damage, consuming the current Spirit Gauge level. Utilize Crimson Slashes beforehand. A Spirit Thrust followed by Spirit Helm Breaker allows for a Spirit Release Slash follow-up (R2/RT) for devastating speed and damage.

  • Free Spirit Gauge Levels: Focus Strikes on wounds grant one Spirit Gauge level per wound, potentially instantly maxing the gauge. Combine with a Spirit Blade combo and Spirit Blade Roundhouse for an extra level.

  • Countering with Iai Spirit Slash: Use Special Sheath (R2/RT + Cross/A) to counter enemy attacks with Iai Spirit Slash (R2/RT), preventing damage and boosting the gauge.

With practice and application of these techniques, you'll wield the Long Sword with deadly precision in Monster Hunter Wilds. Explore The Escapist for more gaming guides.

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

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