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

In the dynamic world of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, raw power isn't the only path to victory. Speed and strategic positioning can be just as crucial, especially when wielding the versatile Dual Blades. These weapons excel in delivering rapid, successive strikes, making them perfect for hunters who thrive on agility and precision. Here's how to maximize your effectiveness with Dual Blades in *Monster Hunter Wilds*.

Dual Blades in Monster Hunter Wilds

The Dual Blades are renowned for their speed and versatility, allowing hunters to unleash a flurry of attacks. Mastering both their standard and specialized modes is key to dominating the battlefield.

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, and provides knockback immunity. However, it continuously depletes your stamina, ending when stamina runs out or manually canceled. Successfully landing attacks in Demon Mode fills the Demon Gauge, and once full, you transition to Archdemon Mode. In Archdemon Mode, the gauge decreases over time and is consumed by certain attacks, enabling powerful, boosted attacks. Both modes can be used interchangeably, and the Demon Gauge stops decreasing when you mount a monster, allowing strategic planning.

Demon Dodge

After a successful Perfect Evade, enter an empowered state with Demon Dodge, which increases regular and elemental damage and allows attacking while dodging. This grants a 12-second damage buff, with subsequent dodges causing damage as you spin forward.

Combos

Basic Combo

Start with three Triangle/Y attacks to execute a Double Slash, Double Slash Return Stroke, and Circle Slash, delivering reliable damage in various 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. Begin with Demon Fangs, followed by Twofold Demon Slash, Sixfold Demon Slash, and conclude with Triangle/Y + Circle/B for Demon Flurry I.

Archdemon Mode Blade Dance Combo

Once your Demon Gauge is full, enter Archdemon Mode for swift, concentrated damage. Start 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 finish with Demon Flurry II and Blade Dance III. This seamless transition between modes delivers immense damage quickly.

Related: How to Capture Monsters in Monster Hunter Wild

Dual Blade Tips

Always Follow Up

Begin with the basic Demon Flurry Rush combo (Circle/B + Circle/B + Circle/B), then transition into a full Demon or Archdemon Mode combo with three sets of Triangle/Y + Circle/B. This fills your Demon Gauge and converts it into rapid damage, a feat unmatched by weapons like the Great Sword.

Keep Your Stamina Up

Demon Mode relies on your stamina, so maintaining reserves is crucial. While you can exit the mode to recover, using Focus Strike on wounds can halt stamina drain during the attack and still fill the Demon Gauge, preparing you for more aggressive assaults.

Dodging in Between Attacks

Without a reliable defense, dodging is your best strategy. The Dual Blades offer superior mobility, allowing you to dodge out of most attacks and combos. Avoid overcommitting and wait for the right moment to strike, leveraging the quick animations to your advantage.

Ensure Sharpness

The constant attacks of the Dual Blades can quickly dull your weapons. Utilize the Speed Sharpening skill in your build to minimize downtime and swiftly return to the fray.

That's all you need to know about mastering the Dual Blades in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and strategies, be sure to check out The Escapist.

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