As you venture deeper into the unknown region of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the weather turns increasingly harsh. Not only must you contend with frigid temperatures, but you'll also encounter three formidable Hirabami. These creatures add a challenging twist to your journey through the icy landscapes.
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- Monster Hunter Wilds Hirabami Boss Fight Guide
- How to Capture Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds
Monster Hunter Wilds Hirabami Boss Fight Guide
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
Hirabami poses a significant challenge in Monster Hunter Wilds, primarily because they tend to travel in groups, unlike many other monsters. To tackle this issue effectively, equip yourself with Large Dung Pods. These will disperse the monsters, allowing you to engage them individually, making the fight more manageable.
Use Heavy Slicing Pod Slinger Ammo
Hirabami's penchant for floating in the air can be particularly frustrating, especially for melee weapon users. If you're wielding a ranged weapon like a Bow, you're in luck. For others, Heavy Slicing Pod Slinger ammo is your best bet. This ammo, shot from your Slinger, can bring the Hirabami down to ground level. If you're out of ammo, consider severing its tail to obtain a Tail Claw Shard, which can be transformed into the necessary ammo.
Utilize Environmental Traps
The Iceshard Cliffs where Hirabami resides are equipped with environmental traps like Ice Spikes, Floating Rubble, and Brittle Ice Pillars. Dropping these on Hirabami can stun and inflict significant damage, giving you a tactical advantage.
Aim for the Head
The head is the most vulnerable part of Hirabami, though its habit of staying aloft makes it a challenging target. Ranged weapon users will find it easier to hit this spot, whereas melee users should aim for the neck when the creature descends. Avoid attacking the torso, as it's heavily armored.
Watch the Tail
Hirabami's unpredictable movements, including biting, spitting, and dive-bombing from the air, require constant vigilance. Keep moving to dodge these attacks, but also be mindful of its tail, which it uses to smash like a hammer.
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How to Capture Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds
To capture Hirabami, reduce its health to 20 percent or less, indicated by a skull icon next to its marker on the mini-map. At this point, deploy a Pitfall Trap or Shock Trap. Once Hirabami is immobilized, quickly use a Tranquilizer to knock it out. You have only a brief window before it escapes. Capturing Hirabami ends the fight and secures the standard reward, though it reduces the chance 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. Equip Large Dung Pods and consider using the SOS feature to ease the battle.
Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
