As you venture deeper into the uncharted territories of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, prepare yourself for increasingly harsh weather conditions. Not only must you battle the frigid temperatures, but you'll also find yourself facing off against the formidable trio of Hirabami, a challenging boss fight that demands strategic preparation and execution.
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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
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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
In Monster Hunter Wilds, Hirabami stands out as a particularly tough adversary. Unlike many monsters that prefer solitude, Hirabami thrives in groups, complicating the battle dynamics. To manage this, equip yourself with Large Dung Pods. These are crucial for dispersing the monsters, enabling you to tackle them individually and increase your chances of success.
Use Heavy Slicing Pod Slinger Ammo
Hirabami's penchant for aerial maneuvers can be particularly frustrating, especially for melee weapon users. If you're wielding a ranged weapon like a Bow, this won't be an issue. For those with melee weapons, consider using Heavy Slicing Pod Slinger ammo to ground these flying foes. If you're short on ammo, aim to sever Hirabami's tail; it drops a Tail Claw Shard, which can be converted into the necessary ammo.
Utilize Environmental Traps
The Iceshard Cliffs where Hirabami resides are filled with environmental traps that can turn the tide of battle in your favor. Look out for Ice Spikes, Floating Rubble, and Brittle Ice Pillars. Strategically dropping one of these on Hirabami can stun and significantly damage the monster, providing you with a crucial window for attack.
Aim for the Head
The head is the most vulnerable part of Hirabami, but its habit of staying aloft makes it a challenging target. Ranged weapon users will have a clear advantage here, while melee fighters should focus on the neck whenever Hirabami descends. Avoid targeting the torso as it's heavily armored and less effective.
Watch the Tail
Hirabami's unpredictable movements add another layer of difficulty to the fight. It frequently attempts to bite or spit at you, and its aerial dive attacks can be devastating if not dodged in time. Keep your eyes on its head to anticipate these moves. Additionally, be cautious of its tail, which it swings like a hammer, capable of crushing your defenses if you're not vigilant.
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How to Capture Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds
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To capture Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds, you must first weaken it by reducing its health to 20 percent or below. A skull icon will appear next to the monster's icon on the mini-map, signaling that it's time to set a trap. Opt for either a Pitfall Trap or a Shock Trap to immobilize Hirabami. Once trapped, swiftly administer a Tranquilizer to knock it out. You have only a brief window to act, so be quick; failure to do so will result in Hirabami escaping. Successfully capturing the monster 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 about defeating and capturing Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds. Don't forget to bring Large Dung Pods or use the SOS feature to simplify the battle.
Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
