Master Monster Hunter Rise: Great Sword Guide
The *Monster Hunter* series is renowned for its diverse weapon selection, and the Great Sword in *Monster Hunter Wilds* is a prime example of powerful, albeit slow, combat. This guide will help you master this devastating weapon.
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The Great Sword is a heavy hitter, capable of inflicting massive damage with a single, well-timed swing. However, its effectiveness hinges on understanding its mechanics and utilizing its full potential. Upgrades further enhance its power and elemental capabilities.
All Great Sword Moves
| Command | Move | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Triangle/Y | Overhead Slash | A quick overhead attack, chainable into charged attacks. |
| Holding Triangle/Y | Charge/Charged Slash | A powerful slashing attack; damage increases with charge time. |
| Holding Triangle/Y + Circle/B | Tackle | A rising slash that can interrupt monster attacks. A perfectly timed release knocks the monster down, allowing a follow-up Cross Slash (Triangle/Y). |
| Circle/B | Wide Slash | A wide-ranging slash, chainable after a Tackle (Leaping Wide Slash) or Strong Charged Slash (Strong Wide Slash). |
| Triangle/Y + Circle/B | Rising Slash | Attacks high areas on monsters. |
| Holding Triangle/Y + Circle/B | Offset Rising Slash | A charged rising slash that interrupts monster attacks. A perfectly timed release knocks the monster down, allowing a follow-up Cross Slash (Triangle/Y). |
| R2/RT | Guard | Blocks attacks; direction adjustable in Focus Mode. |
| R2/RT + Triangle/Y | Kick | A kick performed while guarding. |
| L2/LT + R1/RB | Focus Slash/Perforate | A sweeping attack highly effective against wounds and weak points; multiple hits on vulnerable areas. Releasing R1/RB early ends the attack. |
Mastering Great Sword Combos
Effective combo usage is crucial for maximizing damage. Here are some key combos:
True Charged Slash Combo
(Triangle/Y x3): Overhead Slash → Strong Charged Slash → True Charged Slash. Charging each attack (holding the button) increases damage. Hitting a weak point with the True Charged Slash triggers the True Charged Slash (Power) for even greater damage. A shortcut involves dodging after the True Charged Slash Combo and immediately pressing Triangle/Y for a Tackle, skipping the Overhead Slash and transitioning directly to the Strong Charged Slash.
Forward Lunging Combo
(Circle/B x3): Wide Slash → Tackle → Leaping Wide Slash. Ideal for covering ground and attacking less accessible targets. Using Focus Mode enhances accuracy and damage against weak points.
Stationary Combo
(Circle/B + Triangle/Y x2): Wide Slash → Rising Slash (repeated twice). A quicker, albeit less damaging, combo useful against paralyzed monsters.
Defense and Counterattacks
Offset Rising Slash Counter
Holding Triangle/Y + Circle/B and releasing at the precise moment a monster attacks knocks it down, allowing a follow-up Cross Slash (Triangle/Y). Mastering the timing is key.
Guarding and Perfect Guards
Holding R2/RT guards against attacks, consuming stamina. A perfectly timed guard (Perfect Guard) negates all damage and can sometimes lead to a Power Clash (mash Circle/B to win and knock down the monster).
With practice and these techniques, you'll become a Great Sword master in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more gaming guides, visit The Escapist.
Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
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