Mastering Dual Blades in Monster Hunter Wilds: Moves and Combos Guide

In the world of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, it's not just brute strength that leads to victory. Speed and strategic positioning can be just as crucial, especially when you're wielding the nimble Dual Blades. These weapons excel at delivering rapid, successive strikes, making them perfect for hunters who prefer agility over raw power. Here's how you can master the Dual Blades to take down even the toughest monsters.

Dual Blades in Monster Hunter Wilds

The Dual Blades are renowned for their speed and versatility, enabling hunters to strike multiple times in quick succession. Mastering both their standard and specialized modes is key to handling any combat situation effectively.

All Moves

Demon Mode/Demon Gauge and Archdemon Mode

The Dual Blades feature a unique Demon Gauge mechanic. Entering Demon Mode boosts your attack, movement speed, and evasion, while also providing knockback immunity. However, this mode drains your stamina continuously and ends when you manually cancel it or run out of stamina. By landing hits in Demon Mode, you fill the Demon Gauge, which, once full, transitions you into Archdemon Mode. In Archdemon Mode, the gauge depletes over time, but certain attacks can consume it for enhanced strikes. Both modes can be toggled during combat, and the Demon Gauge stops depleting when you mount a monster, giving you a strategic advantage.

Demon Dodge

Achieving a Perfect Evade in Demon or Archdemon Mode activates Demon Dodge, boosting your regular and elemental damage for 12 seconds. This state allows you to attack while dodging and subsequent dodges inflict damage as you spin forward, adding to your offensive capabilities.

Combos

Basic Combo

Start with a basic combo using three Triangle/Y inputs to execute a Double Slash, Double Slash Return Stroke, and a Circle Slash. This reliable sequence is versatile for various combat scenarios. Alternatively, use the Circle/B Demon Flurry Rush – Spinning Slash – Double Roundslash combo to quickly fill your Demon Gauge.

Demon Mode Basic Combo

In Demon Mode, your basic combo becomes more potent and faster. Chain Demon Fangs into Twofold Demon Slash, then Sixfold Demon Slash, and finish with Triangle/Y + Circle/B for Demon Flurry I.

Archdemon Mode Blade Dance Combo

Once the Demon Gauge is full, switch to Archdemon Mode for swift, powerful attacks. Begin with Blade Dance (Triangle/Y + Circle/B) in Demon Mode, then press R2/RT four times for Demon Flurry I into Blade Dance II, and conclude with Demon Flurry II and Blade Dance III. This combination leverages both modes for devastating effect.

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Dual Blade Tips

Always Follow Up

Initiate with the basic Demon Flurry Rush combo (Circle/B + Circle/B + Circle/B), then transition into three sets of Triangle/Y + Circle/B to fill the Demon Gauge and unleash rapid damage. This maneuver sets the Dual Blades apart from heavier weapons like the Great Sword.

Keep Your Stamina Up

Demon Mode relies on stamina, so maintaining high levels is crucial. Exiting the mode to recover is an option, but using Focus Strike on monster wounds can halt stamina drain during the attack while still contributing to the Demon Gauge, preparing you for more aggressive assaults.

Dodging in Between Attacks

With no shield for defense, dodging is your lifeline. The Dual Blades offer superior mobility, allowing you to dodge out of most attacks and combos. Avoid overcommitting and wait for openings; the swift animations give you the flexibility to bide your time.

Ensure Sharpness

The relentless attacks of the Dual Blades can quickly dull your blades. Incorporate the Speed Sharpening skill into your build to minimize downtime and swiftly return to the fray.

With these strategies, you'll be well on your way to mastering the Dual Blades in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and tricks, be sure to check out The Escapist.

*Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*