In the thrilling world of Monster Hunter Wilds, raw power isn't always the key to victory. Exceptional speed and strategic positioning can overcome even the toughest monsters. This is where the Dual Blades shine. Their rapid attacks and versatile movesets make them a formidable weapon in the right hands. Let's explore the best ways to master them.
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Fast, deadly, and adaptable, the Dual Blades excel at delivering rapid, successive strikes. Mastering both their standard and Demon/Archdemon modes is crucial for success in any hunt.
| Command | Move | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Triangle/Y | Double Slash/Circle Slash | A fundamental combo starter. Press Triangle/Y for a Double Slash, then again for a Circle Slash. |
| Circle/B | Lunging Strike/Roundslash | A slashing attack that advances in the direction you're aiming. Press again for a Roundslash. |
| R2/RT | Demon Mode | Activates Demon Mode, boosting attack power, movement speed, evasion, and granting knockback immunity. |
| Triangle/Y + Circle/B (In Demon Mode) | Blade Dance I, II, III | Powerful attacks chained together in Demon Mode, consuming the Demon Gauge. |
| Triangle/Y + Circle/B (In Archdemon Mode) | Demon Flurry I, II | A series of attacks exclusive to Archdemon Mode, consuming the Demon Gauge. Use the analog stick to direct the attacks. These can be chained with Blade Dance attacks using R2/RT. |
| Cross/A (During Demon/Archdemon Mode) | Demon Dodge | A faster dodge than normal, available in both Demon and Archdemon modes. A Perfect Evade triggers an attack during the dodge, providing a short-term damage buff. Demon Dodge doesn't consume the Demon Gauge in Demon Mode. |
| L2/LT + R1/RB | Focus Strike: Turning Tide | A powerful slash particularly effective against wounded monsters. Hitting a wound triggers a Midair Spinning Blade Dance, capable of damaging multiple wounds simultaneously. |
The Dual Blades' unique gauge mechanic. Demon Mode enhances your abilities but drains stamina. Successful attacks in Demon Mode fill the Demon Gauge. A full gauge activates Archdemon Mode, offering even greater power but with a time limit and gauge depletion with certain attacks. Both modes can be used strategically, and the Demon Gauge stops decreasing while mounted on a monster.
Triggered by a Perfect Evade, Demon Dodge boosts damage and allows attacks while dodging, providing a 12-second damage buff. Subsequent dodges during this buff deal additional spinning damage.
Dual Blades combos revolve around Demon and Archdemon Modes. Efficient chaining maximizes damage.
Chain three Triangle/Y attacks: Double Slash, Double Slash Return Stroke, and Circle Slash. A reliable damage source for various situations.
In Demon Mode, the basic combo becomes more powerful and faster: Demon Fangs, Twofold Demon Slash, Sixfold Demon Slash, finishing with Triangle/Y + Circle/B for Demon Flurry I.
With a full Demon Gauge, unleash Archdemon Mode's devastating power. Begin with Blade Dance (Triangle/Y + Circle/B), follow with four R2/RT presses for Demon Flurry I into Blade Dance II, concluding with Demon Flurry II and Blade Dance III. This rapid sequence delivers immense damage.
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Mastering the Dual Blades involves seamlessly transitioning between modes for optimal damage output.
Start with the Demon Flurry Rush combo (Circle/B x3) to transition into Demon or Archdemon Mode combos (Triangle/Y + Circle/B x3). This rapidly fills the Demon Gauge for immediate, high-damage attacks.
Demon Mode relies on stamina. Manage it carefully. Exiting Demon Mode recovers stamina, but using Focus Strike on wounds maintains the Demon Gauge while pausing stamina drain.
Dodge frequently. The Dual Blades' quick animations allow for strategic dodging between attacks to avoid damage.
The high attack frequency necessitates frequent sharpening. Consider the Speed Sharpening skill to minimize downtime.
This guide covers the essentials of mastering the Dual Blades in Monster Hunter Wilds. For more Monster Hunter Wilds guides, check out The Escapist.
Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
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