Braving the harsh, unforgiving weather of the unknown region is only half the battle in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. You'll also face the daunting challenge of three enraged Hirabami. This guide will equip you to conquer this formidable foe.
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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
The Hirabami encounter in *Monster Hunter Wilds* presents a unique challenge: they tend to travel in packs. Large Dung Pods are your best friend here, dispersing the group and allowing you to focus on one at a time, significantly simplifying the fight.
Use Heavy Slicing Pod Slinger Ammo
Hirabami's aerial acrobatics can make for a frustrating fight, especially for melee users. Heavy Slicing Pod Slinger ammo provides a solution, knocking them out of the air. If you're running low, severing the Hirabami's tail yields a Tail Claw Shard, which can be crafted into this crucial ammo.
Utilize Environmental Traps
The Iceshard Cliffs arena offers strategic advantages. Ice Spikes, Floating Rubble, and Brittle Ice Pillars can be triggered to land on the Hirabami, stunning and damaging it for a significant advantage.
Aim for the Head
The head remains the most vulnerable point, although its airborne habits make it a challenging target for melee weapons. Focus on attacking the head whenever possible; the torso boasts significantly higher defense.
Watch the Tail
Hirabami's attacks are varied and unpredictable, including biting, spitting projectiles, and a powerful dive attack. While dodging these is crucial, remember to watch out for its tail—a powerful weapon in its own right.
Maintain mobility when targeted, but always be mindful of the sweeping tail attacks.
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How to Capture Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds
To capture a Hirabami, reduce its health to 20% or less (indicated by a skull icon on the minimap). Quickly set up either a Pitfall Trap or a Shock Trap, then swiftly use a Tranquilizer to subdue it. Time is of the essence; failure will result in its escape. While capturing offers a guaranteed reward, it does reduce the chance of obtaining additional materials from hitting weak points.
This comprehensive guide should give you the edge you need to overcome the Hirabami challenge. Remember to utilize Large Dung Pods or consider using the SOS feature for assistance. Good hunting!
*Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*
