While wielding a Hammer, you’re unable to block-and since you’ll frequently need to be right in a monster’s face when attacking, you’ll be in the line of fire. This raw power comes with some drawbacks, however. Focus on hitting a monster in the head, and you’ll have a chance to stun it, which will allow the other hunters in your party to move in and attack. While its reach is incredibly short, it packs a powerful punch and is particularly useful for staggering foes. The Hammer is a good choice for hunters who like to be in the thick of the action. This rhythm is actually pretty easy to pick up and pull off, and once you master it, you can begin adding in more advanced moves and combos. Learning moves you can use to combo into Spirit Roundslash is the best way to keep up the damage and your spirit gauge high. Your goal is to stay at level three (red) spirit gauge as long as possible. With each level boost you achieve, the Long Sword’s attack power will increase.
Each time you hit a foe with this move, you’ll increase the spirit gauge to the next level, with a total of three boosts. The key is to build up enough of the meter through the use of combos so you can pull off the Spirit Roundslash. Its main hook revolves around the spirit gauge. It offers decent swing speed, great range for a melee weapon, and simple combos that make it an excellent choice for beginners. Next to the Sword & Shield, the Long Sword is one of the most balanced weapons in the game. Although it’s not very beginner-friendly, the Great Sword is a satisfying weapon to master. You can also press the ZR button when you have the Great Sword drawn to block with the weapon, which often comes in handy since you’ll need to be up close and personal when battling monsters. You can make a quick retreat by unleashing the Power Sheathe Silkbind move, which also has the added benefit of temporarily boosting your attack power. As you’d likely expect, the Great Sword is slow and unwieldy you can’t cancel out of swings, and your movement is seriously impeded when you have the weapon drawn.įortunately, the Wirebug helps offset some of these drawbacks. This raw power comes with some pretty notable drawbacks, however. This heavy blade is capable of dishing out devastating damage to monsters and can even hack off a beast’s tail, which you can then carve up for extra material. Of all the different swords in Monster Hunter, the Great Sword is perhaps the most powerful in terms of sheer strength. The major downside is you have no way to block or counter and must rely purely on speed and dodging. The individual damage of each swing may be on the low side, but a well-trained Dual Blade user can pump out high DPS if they can maintain their attacks. The key to Dual Blades is to always be on the offensive. While in demon mode, you can continue to build up your meter and eventually activate archdemon mode, which allows you to perform even more special attacks.
At any point, you can press block to activate demon mode, which gives you greater attack damage and a chainable quick dash. The Dual Blades’ main mechanic is a unique state called demon mode. The nuances of the weapons are easy enough to pick up on, making them great for beginners. And since the Sword & Shield is a light weapon, you don't have to worry too much about your movement speed being hindered, allowing you to dodge out of the way of an incoming charge with relative ease.ĭual Blades are for hunters who want high mobility and like getting very close to their prey.
The shield as a side-arm is also an added benefit, making it easy to bash enemies or pop into a defensive posture to mitigate the damage inflicted by the monsters you're hunting. As one of the most reliable and balanced weapons in the game, it's capable of quick, decisive attacks that don't require too much precise timing to land effectively. While it may seem like a bore compared to the other, flashier weaponry available, you can't go wrong with the Sword & Shield. The Sword & Shield combo is easy to recommend for newcomers. Close-range weapons make up most of Monster Hunter Rise's armaments, but what makes them fun to use is just how diverse they are in their mechanics and capabilities. If you prefer being up close and personal with your prey, then you'll want to look to the weaponry below.
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