Mastering Long Sword in Monster Hunter Wilds: Moves and Combos Guide
The *Monster Hunter* series is renowned for its diverse array of weapons, each offering unique gameplay experiences. For those eager to master the Long Sword in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, this comprehensive guide will provide you with the knowledge and strategies needed to excel.
Best Way to Use the Long Sword in Monster Hunter Wilds
The Long Sword stands out for its versatility, blending speed with formidable damage potential. Mastery of its combos and counterattacks is crucial for maximizing its effectiveness in combat.
All Moves
| Command | Move | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Triangle/Y | Standard Attack | Spirit Blade attacks are slashing attacks that consume the Spirit Gauge. The direction of Spirit Blade I and Spirit Blade II can be adjusted with the analog stick. |
| Circle/B | Thrust | Press Circle/B after Thrust to perform a Rising Slash. |
| R2/RT | Spirit Blade I | Spirit Blade attacks are slashing attacks that consume the Spirit Gauge. The direction of Spirit Blade I and Spirit Blade II can be adjusted with the analog stick. |
| R2/RT x 4 | Spirit Blade Combo | Spirit Blade attacks are slashing attacks that consume the Spirit Gauge. The direction of Spirit Blade I and Spirit Blade II can be adjusted with the analog stick. |
| Holding R2/RT | Spirit Charge | A Spirit Charge fills the Spirit Gauge and, once unleashed, allows you to perform a Spirit Blade attack. The level of Spirit Blade attack depends on the length the charge is held. Charging completely allows you to unleash a Spirit Roundslash. If the Spirit Gauge is red, you won’t have any damage reactions to attacks that knock you back or send you flying while the Roundslash is in motion. |
| Triangle/Y + Circle/B | Fade Slash | A slashing attack performed while moving backwards. The direction can be controlled using the analog stick. |
| R2/RT + Circle/B During Combo | Foresight Slash | The Foresight Slash is an attack that can be performed mid-combo and provides a large window of invulnerability. Foresight Slashes consume the entire Spirit Gauge. However, landing one after dodging a monster’s attack will fill the gauge completely. Press R2/RT to chain it into a Spirit Roundslash. When the Spirit Gauge is empty, the effect decreases, but if it is red, you can follow up with a Foresight Whirl Slash. |
| R2/RT + Triangle/Y | Spirit Thrust | Landing a Spirit Thrust will lower the Spirit Gauge one level (when the gauge is White or higher) but will allow you to chain into a Spirit Helm Breaker. This can be followed up with a Spirit Release Slash when the gauge is red. Use Square/X to cancel Spirit Helm Breaker. |
| R2/RT + Cross/A | Special Sheath | A special action that sheathes your weapon. |
| After Special Sheath, Triangle/Y | Iai Slash | After Special Sheath, landing Iai Slash will cause the Spirit Gauge to fill up automatically for a short time. |
| After Special Sheath, R2/RT | Iai Spirit Slash | After Special Sheath, you can time Iai Spirit Slash with an enemy’s attack to counter and raise your Spirit Gauge by one level. |
| L2/LT + R1/RB | Focus Strike: Unbound Thrust | A thrusting attack that is effective against wounds. Hitting a wound or weak point will unleash a slash attack, increasing the Spirit Gauge by one level. The more wounds you destroy, the more levels the Spirit Gauge will increase. Use the analog stick to change the direction of the attack. |
Spirit Gauge
The Spirit Gauge is a unique feature of the Long Sword in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, enhancing the weapon's damage potential. The higher the gauge level, the greater the damage output, with the maximum level enabling powerful follow-up attacks. To charge the gauge, land attacks on monsters, and to increase its level, utilize Spirit Blade attacks and successfully execute the final Spirit Roundslash or a Focus Strike. At the red level, landing a Spirit Roundslash or a Spinning Crimson Slash extends the duration, as the gauge decreases over time.
Damage increases by gauge level:
- White – 1.02x
- Yellow – 1.04x
- Red – 1.1x
Combos
Mastering Long Sword combos is key to becoming a swift and potent damage dealer in *Monster Hunter Wilds*.
Spirit Gauge Filling Combo/Spirit Gauge Leveling
Chain four basic Overhead Slashes using Triangle/Y to fill the Spirit Gauge quickly. This setup enables subsequent Spirit Blade attacks to elevate the gauge level. Execute a four-chain of R2/RT presses, ensuring the final Spirit Roundslash lands to advance the gauge to the next level.
Crimson Slash Combo
With the Spirit Gauge at its maximum red level, your basic attacks transform into Crimson Slashes. Chain three of these using Triangle/Y for a swift combo with enhanced damage.
Stationary Combo
Utilize a maxed-out Spirit Gauge for this combo: Triangle/Y + Circle/B + Triangle/Y. This sequence delivers a Crimson Slash followed by a Rising Slash and concludes with another Crimson Slash, allowing you to deal damage while remaining stationary.
Long Sword Tips
The Spirit Gauge is central to the Long Sword's mechanics. Here are some tips to maximize its potential:
Spirit Charge
Initiate a Spirit Charge by holding R2/RT. A fully charged move unleashes the Spirit Roundslash immediately, boosting the Spirit Gauge. Ensure you are in a safe position during the charge.
Spirit Helm Breaker/Spirit Release Slash
The Spirit Helm Breaker delivers the highest damage possible. After executing Crimson Slashes, land a Spirit Thrust followed by the Spirit Helm Breaker. Then, press R2/RT for the Spirit Release Slash to deal significant, rapid damage. Team coordination can make executing this combo easier.
Free Spirit Gauge Levels
Use the Focus Strike to attack wounds and instantly gain Spirit Gauge levels. One wound can raise the gauge by one level, and multiple wounds can swiftly bring it to red. After landing the Focus Strike, immediately follow up with a Spirit Blade combo and finish with a Spirit Blade Roundhouse to increase the gauge by another level.
Countering with Iai Spirit Slash
Since the Long Sword lacks a blocking ability, timing is crucial for defense. After an attack, perform a Special Sheathe with R2/RT and Cross/A. Then, time the R2/RT press to execute an Iai Spirit Slash during the monster's attack, countering and preventing damage while also boosting the Spirit Gauge.
This guide should equip you with the necessary skills to master the Long Sword in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For further assistance with the game, explore the rest of The Escapist.
*Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*
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