Braving the unforgiving weather in the unknown region of *Monster Hunter Wilds* is no easy feat. But the chilling temperatures are the least of your worries when facing the wrath of three enraged Hirabami.
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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* is notoriously challenging. Unlike solitary monsters, these creatures prefer the company of their own kind, making for a significantly more difficult fight. Your best bet? Large Dung Pods. Use them to scatter the pack, allowing you to tackle each Hirabami individually.
Use Heavy Slicing Pod Slinger Ammo
Hirabami's aerial acrobatics can make this fight frustrating, especially for melee users. Heavy Slicing Pod Slinger ammo is your answer. These pods, fired from your Slinger, are incredibly effective at bringing them down. If you're running low, severing the Hirabami's tail will yield a Tail Claw Shard, which can be crafted into more ammo.
Utilize Environmental Traps
The Iceshard Cliffs arena offers several environmental hazards to your advantage. Ice Spikes, Floating Rubble, and Brittle Ice Pillars can be strategically triggered to stun and damage the Hirabami, significantly aiding your offensive efforts.
Aim for the Head
As with many monsters, the head remains the Hirabami's weak point. However, its airborne tendencies make this a challenge for melee fighters. Focus on attacking the neck when it descends, while ranged weapons have a clear advantage in targeting the head directly. The torso offers significantly less damage potential due to its high defense.
Watch the Tail
Hirabami's unpredictable attacks, including biting, spitting, and devastating dive attacks, require constant vigilance. While its head movements are key to dodging, don't forget the tail! This powerful appendage is used like a hammer, so keep a safe distance when it swings.
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How to Capture Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds
To capture a Hirabami, reduce its health to 20 percent or less (indicated by a skull icon on the mini-map). Quickly set up either a Pitfall Trap or a Shock Trap. Once trapped, swiftly administer a Tranquilizer to subdue the beast. Time is of the essence; failure to act quickly will result in the Hirabami escaping. While capturing offers a guaranteed reward, it does reduce your chances of obtaining extra materials from hitting weak points.
That’s your comprehensive guide to conquering the Hirabami in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Remember, Large Dung Pods and the SOS flare are your friends in this challenging hunt.
*Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*
