As you venture deeper into the uncharted territories of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the weather turns increasingly unforgiving. Not only must you brave the biting cold, but you'll also find yourself facing off against three formidable Hirabami. These creatures present a unique challenge, but with the right strategies, you can conquer them and emerge victorious.
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Monster Hunter Wilds Hirabami Boss Fight Guide
- Bring Large Dung Pods
- Use Heavy Slicing Pod Slinger Ammo
- Utilize Environmental Traps
- Aim for the Head
- Watch the Tail
How to Capture Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds
Monster Hunter Wilds Hirabami Boss Fight Guide
Known Habitats: Iceshard Cliffs
Breakable Parts: Head and Tail
Recommended Elemental Attack: Fire
Effective Status Effects: Poison (3x), Sleep (3x), Paralysis (2x), Blastblight (2x), Stun (2x), Exhaust (2x)
Effective Items: Pitfall Trap, Shock Trap, Flash Pod
Bring Large Dung Pods
Hirabami are notoriously tough adversaries in Monster Hunter Wilds. Unlike many monsters that prefer solitude, Hirabami thrive in groups, making them a formidable challenge. To manage this, equip yourself with Large Dung Pods. These invaluable tools can disperse the monsters, allowing you to tackle them one at a time, significantly simplifying the battle.
Use Heavy Slicing Pod Slinger Ammo
Hirabami's penchant for aerial maneuvers can be particularly frustrating, especially for melee weapon users. Ranged weapon users, such as those wielding Bows, will find it easier to engage. For those on the ground, Heavy Slicing Pod Slinger ammo is your key to bringing these creatures down. If you're out of ammo, aim to sever Hirabami's tail; it will drop a Tail Claw Shard, which you can convert into the necessary ammo.
Utilize Environmental Traps
The Iceshard Cliffs, Hirabami's battleground, are littered with environmental traps that can turn the tide of battle in your favor. You'll encounter Ice Spikes, Floating Rubble, and Brittle Ice Pillars. Dropping one of these on Hirabami can stun and inflict significant damage, providing a crucial opening for attack.
Aim for the Head
The head is Hirabami's most vulnerable spot, but reaching it can be tricky due to their aerial habits. Ranged weapon users have a clear advantage here, while melee users should target the neck whenever the creature descends. Avoid the torso, as it's heavily armored and less effective to hit.
Watch the Tail
Hirabami's unpredictable movements make them a challenging foe. They'll attempt to bite, spit, and execute dive attacks from above. Keep an eye on their head to anticipate these moves and dodge accordingly. However, don't ignore the tail; it's used like a hammer and can deliver devastating blows if you're not careful.
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How to Capture Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds
To capture Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds, you must first reduce its health to 20 percent or less. You'll know you've reached this threshold when a skull icon appears next to the monster's icon on the mini-map. At this point, deploy a Pitfall Trap or a Shock Trap to immobilize the creature. Once trapped, swiftly administer a Tranquilizer to knock it out. You have only a brief window to act, so be quick; failure means the Hirabami will escape. Successfully capturing Hirabami will end the fight and grant you the standard rewards, though it may reduce your chances of obtaining additional materials from breaking its weak spots.
That's all you need to know about defeating and capturing Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds. Remember to bring Large Dung Pods or use the SOS feature to ease the battle.
Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
