Venturing into the unknown region of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, you'll encounter increasingly harsh weather conditions. Not only must you brace for the cold, but you'll also face the formidable challenge of battling three angry Hirabami. This guide will equip you with the strategies needed to conquer and capture these tough adversaries.
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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 is a formidable foe in Monster Hunter Wilds, often found in groups, which complicates the fight. To manage this, equip yourself with Large Dung Pods. These will help disperse the monsters, allowing you to tackle them individually and make the battle more manageable.
Use Heavy Slicing Pod Slinger Ammo
Hirabami's tendency to float in the air can be particularly frustrating for melee weapon users, while ranged weapon users have an easier time. To bring these airborne creatures down, utilize Heavy Slicing Pod Slinger ammo. If you're out of ammo, aim to sever Hirabami's tail to obtain a Tail Claw Shard, which can be converted into this crucial ammo.
Utilize Environmental Traps
The Hirabami's arena in the Iceshard Cliffs is equipped with environmental traps such as Ice Spikes, Floating Rubble, and Brittle Ice Pillars. Strategically dropping one of these on Hirabami can stun and inflict significant damage, turning the tide of the battle in your favor.
Aim for the Head
The head is Hirabami's most vulnerable spot, though reaching it is challenging due to its aerial habits. Ranged weapon users have a clear advantage here, while melee users should target the neck when Hirabami descends. Avoid the torso as it's heavily armored and less effective to attack.
Watch the Tail
Hirabami's unpredictable movements include biting, spitting, and dive-bombing from the air. Keep an eye on its head to anticipate these attacks and dodge accordingly. Additionally, be cautious of its tail, which it uses as a powerful hammer. Constant movement and vigilance are key to avoiding these dangerous strikes.
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How to Capture Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds
To capture Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds, reduce its health to 20% or less. A skull icon next to the monster icon on the mini-map indicates you've reached this threshold. Quickly set up either a Pitfall Trap or a Shock Trap to immobilize it. Once trapped, swiftly use a Tranquilizer to knock it out. You have only a brief window to do this before the Hirabami escapes. Capturing Hirabami ends the fight and grants you standard rewards, though it may reduce your chances of obtaining additional materials from breaking its weak spots.
That's all you need to know to triumph over and capture Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds. Equip yourself with Large Dung Pods and consider using the SOS feature to ease the battle.
Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
