The *Monster Hunter* series is renowned for its diverse weapon selection, and the Great Sword in *Monster Hunter Wilds* is a prime example of devastating power. This guide will equip you with the knowledge to wield this behemoth effectively.
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The Great Sword, a heavy hitter, prioritizes raw damage over speed. A single well-timed swing can inflict immense damage, but mastering its nuances is key. Future upgrades will enhance its power and elemental capabilities.
All Great Sword Moves
| Command | Move | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Triangle/Y | Overhead Slash | A quick overhead attack. Chainable into charged attacks. |
| Holding Triangle/Y | Charge/Charged Slash | A powerful slashing attack; damage increases with charge time. |
| Holding Triangle/Y + Circle/B | Tackle | A rising slash that can interrupt monster attacks. A perfectly timed release stuns the monster, allowing a follow-up Cross Slash (Triangle/Y). |
| Circle/B | Wide Slash | A wide-ranging slash. Chainable after a Tackle (Leaping Wide Slash) or Strong Charged Slash (Strong Wide Slash). |
| Triangle/Y + Circle/B | Rising Slash | Reaches high areas on monsters. |
| Holding Triangle/Y + Circle/B | Offset Rising Slash | A timed counterattack that stuns monsters upon successful connection, allowing a follow-up Cross Slash (Triangle/Y). |
| R2/RT | Guard | Blocks attacks, stamina dependent. Guard direction adjustable in Focus Mode. |
| R2/RT + Triangle/Y | Kick | A kick performed while guarding. |
| L2/LT + R1/RB | Focus Slash/Perforate | A powerful sweeping attack, especially effective against wounded areas. Press R1/RB to prematurely end the attack. |
Mastering Great Sword Combos
Effective combos significantly increase your damage output. Here are a few to practice:
True Charged Slash Combo
(Triangle/Y x3): Overhead Slash > Strong Charged Slash > True Charged Slash. Charging each attack (holding Triangle/Y) increases damage. Hitting a weak point with the True Charged Slash triggers the more powerful True Charged Slash (Power). A shortcut involves dodging after the initial Overhead Slash, allowing a direct transition to the Strong Charged Slash with Triangle/Y.
Forward Lunging Combo
(Circle/B x3): Wide Slash > Tackle > Leaping Wide Slash. Ideal for covering ground and attacking hard-to-reach areas. Use Focus Mode for optimal weak point targeting.
Stationary Combo
(Circle/B + Triangle/Y x2): Wide Slash > Rising Slash (repeated twice). Best utilized against paralyzed or incapacitated monsters, offering a rapid four-hit combo. Damage output is less than other combos.
Defense and Counterattacks
Offset Rising Slash (Counter)
Holding Triangle/Y + Circle/B and releasing just as a monster attacks stuns it, allowing a follow-up Cross Slash (Triangle/Y). Precise timing is crucial.
Guarding
Holding R2/RT reduces incoming damage at the cost of stamina. A perfectly timed guard (Perfect Guard) negates all damage and may trigger a Power Clash (mash Circle/B to win and stun the monster).
Mastering these techniques will transform you into a Great Sword virtuoso in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Explore The Escapist for more helpful guides.
Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
