How to use Dual Blades in Monster Hunter Wilds: All Moves and Combos
In the thrilling world of Monster Hunter Wilds, raw power isn't always the key to victory. With blinding speed and strategic precision, even the most formidable monsters can fall. That's where the Dual Blades shine. Mastering these rapid-fire weapons unlocks devastating potential. This guide reveals the best strategies for wielding them effectively.
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Fast, ferocious, and versatile, the Dual Blades excel at delivering rapid, successive strikes. Mastering both their modes is crucial for battlefield success.
All Moves
| Command | Move | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Triangle/Y | Double Slash/Circle Slash | A fundamental combo starter. Press Triangle/Y for a Double Slash, then again for a Circle Slash. |
| Circle/B | Lunging Strike/Roundslash | A slashing attack advancing in the direction of the analog stick. Press again for a Roundslash. |
| R2/RT | Demon Mode | Activates Demon Mode, boosting attack, movement speed, evasion, and granting knockback immunity. |
| Triangle/Y + Circle/B (In Demon Mode) | Blade Dance I, II, III | Powerful attacks in Demon Mode, chained together and consuming the Demon Gauge. |
| Triangle/Y + Circle/B (In Archdemon Mode) | Demon Flurry I, II | Attacks unleashed only in Archdemon Mode, consuming the Demon Gauge. Use the analog stick for directional control. These can be chained with Blade Dance attacks using R2/RT. |
| Cross/A (During Demon/Archdemon Mode) | Demon Dodge | A faster dodge in Demon/Archdemon Mode. A Perfect Evade triggers an attack while dodging, providing a short-term buff. Demon Dodge doesn't consume the Demon Gauge in Demon Mode. |
| L2/LT + R1/RB | Focus Strike: Turning Tide | A slashing attack highly effective against wounds. Hitting a wound performs a Midair Spinning Blade Dance, spanning the monster's length and potentially destroying multiple wounds. |
Demon Mode/Demon Gauge and Archdemon Mode
The Dual Blades feature a unique gauge mechanic. Demon Mode significantly enhances attack, movement speed, and evasion while providing knockback immunity. However, stamina depletes constantly while in Demon Mode, ending it either manually or upon reaching zero stamina. Successfully landing attacks in Demon Mode fills the Demon Gauge. A full gauge activates Archdemon Mode, where the gauge depletes over time and is consumed by certain attacks, unleashing boosted attacks. Both modes can be used strategically, and mounting a monster pauses the Demon Gauge depletion.
Demon Dodge
Triggered by a Perfect Evade, Demon Dodge boosts regular and elemental damage and allows attacks during dodges. It provides a 12-second damage buff, with subsequent dodges causing spinning damage.
Combos
Dual Blades combos revolve around Demon and Archdemon Modes. Chaining attacks maximizes damage output.
Basic Combo
Chain three Triangle/Y attacks: Double Slash, Double Slash Return Stroke, and Circle Slash. Reliable damage in various hunt situations. Alternatively, use the Circle/B Demon Flurry Rush – Spinning Slash – Double Roundslash combo for rapid Demon Gauge filling.
Demon Mode Basic Combo
In Demon Mode, the basic combo becomes faster and more powerful: Demon Fangs, Twofold Demon Slash, Sixfold Demon Slash, finishing with Triangle/Y + Circle/B for Demon Flurry I.
Archdemon Mode Blade Dance Combo
With a full Demon Gauge, unleash Archdemon Mode for devastating damage. Start with Blade Dance (Triangle/Y + Circle/B) in Demon Mode, followed by four R2/RT presses for Demon Flurry I into Blade Dance II, and conclude with Demon Flurry II and Blade Dance III. This alternating attack sequence delivers immense, rapid damage.
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Dual Blade Tips
Expert Dual Blades users seamlessly transition between modes, maximizing damage potential.
Always Follow Up
Begin with the basic Demon Flurry Rush combo (Circle/B + Circle/B + Circle/B), then seamlessly transition into full Demon or Archdemon Mode combos (three sets of Triangle/Y + Circle/B). This rapidly fills the Demon Gauge, enabling immediate, high-damage attacks.
Keep Your Stamina Up
Demon Mode relies on stamina. Maintain high stamina reserves for sustained combat. While exiting the mode recovers stamina, exploiting wounds with Focus Strike during attacks prevents stamina drain while filling the Demon Gauge, enabling aggressive attacks.
Dodging in Between Attacks
Dodging is crucial due to the lack of reliable defense. The Dual Blades offer exceptional mobility. Most attacks and combos allow dodging, preventing excessive aggression and creating opportunities for strategic attacks.
Ensure Sharpness
Frequent attacks necessitate constant sharpness maintenance. The Speed Sharpening skill significantly reduces downtime.
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Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
