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In the vibrant world of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the Hunting Horn stands out as a unique and powerful weapon. While initially unconventional, mastering this instrument unlocks significant advantages. This guide will help you harness the Hunting Horn's full potential.
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The Hunting Horn is a blunt weapon capable of producing various buffs for you and your allies. Success hinges on memorizing melodies and strategically deploying them to gain the upper hand in battle.
All Moves
| Command | Move | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Triangle/Y | Left Swing | A basic attack generating Note 1. Use with a directional input for a Forward Smash. |
| Circle/B | Right Swing | A basic attack generating Note 2. |
| Analog Direction + Circle/B | Flourish | Generates Note 2. Adding Triangle/Y, Circle/B, or Triangle/Y + Circle/B during the attack adds another note. |
| Triangle/Y + Circle/B | Backwards Strike | Generates Note 3. Strikes targets behind you, moving you backward. |
| Analog Direction + Triangle/Y + Circle/B | Overhead Smash | Generates Note 3. Adding Triangle/Y, Circle/B, or Triangle/Y + Circle/B during the attack adds another note. |
| Backwards Analog Direction + Triangle/Y or Circle/B or Triangle/Y + Circle/B during combo | Hilt Stab | A quick attack generating a note. The specific note depends on the button combination used (Triangle/Y, Circle/B, or Triangle/Y + Circle/B). |
| R2/RT | Perform | Activates Melody Effects. Stored melodies play sequentially; R2/RT + Triangle/Y or Circle/B selects specific melodies. A powerful Performance Beat (R2/RT) during multiple melodies, followed by an Encore (Triangle/Y + Circle/B), boosts and extends effects. Timing these with Melody Effect activation maximizes their power. |
| R2/RT + Cross/A | Echo Bubble | Creates an Echo Bubble, its type depending on the equipped Hunting Horn. Up to three notes (Triangle/Y, Circle/B, or Triangle/Y + Circle/B) can be added. |
| R2/RT + Triangle/Y + Circle/B with Melody Stocked | Special Performance | Plays the unique Melody Effect of the equipped Hunting Horn. Once stocked, this melody isn't overwritten. |
| L2/LT + R1/RB | Focus Strike: Reverb | A Performance attack effective against wounds. Up to five notes (Triangle/Y, Circle/B, or Triangle/Y + Circle/B) can be added during performance. Precise timing increases damage. |
Combos
Overhead Smash Combo
A fundamental combo: move forward (analog stick) and press Triangle/Y + Circle/B twice for the Overhead Smash and its follow-up. Consistent use can stun monsters.
Performance Combo
After stacking melodies, initiate Perform (forward + R2/RT), followed by Triangle/Y + Circle/B for an Encore to enhance and extend Melody Effects.
Echo Bubble Combo
Ideal against incapacitated foes: start with Echo Bubble (Cross/A + R2/RT), then Triangle/Y, Circle/B, Circle/B for Echo Wave (Blunt), R2/RT for Perform, and finish with an Encore (Triangle/Y + Circle/B).
Related: How to Capture Monsters in Monster Hunter Wild
Hunting Horn Tips
Note Mastery
Familiarize yourself with note combinations for different melodies. The top-right corner displays command-note pairings. Flourish and Overhead Smash allow adding extra notes. Notes can also be played while riding your Seikret.
Buff Optimization
Stack songs for multiple buffs, tailoring them to the situation. Consider the time investment required for performances.
Echo Bubble Utilization
Maximize Echo Bubble usage. It provides three additional note inputs and amplifies damage. Increased evasion and movement speed within the bubble enhance survivability, especially in High Rank hunts.
Self-Improvement Skill
Prioritize the Self-Improvement skill to at least level 2 for a 20% attack boost.
Special Performance Readiness
Always keep a Special Performance ready. For example, the Offset Melody, once stocked, can be used to counter monster attacks; activate it as the monster strikes to knock it down.
This comprehensive guide should help you dominate with the Hunting Horn in Monster Hunter Wilds. Check The Escapist for more game assistance.
Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
