The combat experience in Monster Hunter Wilds is enriched by the freedom to select from a diverse arsenal of weapons right from the outset, with no storyline prerequisites. Unlike many games, weapon classes remain accessible without needing to progress through the narrative, providing both simplicity and an array of choices for players.
This wealth of options can feel daunting, particularly for newcomers to the franchise. However, for those who enjoy high-paced mobility in combat, the Insect Glaive stands out as the weapon of choice.
Optimal Playstyle for Insect Glaive
It’s essential to note that the Insect Glaive is not the most user-friendly weapon in Monster Hunter Wilds, particularly for solo endeavors. Beginners or those seeking more straightforward, less complex weapons may find it less suitable.
This weapon is particularly advantageous for players who thrive on high mobility and skillful dodging mechanics within the game. Alma, a key character early in the game, often suggests the Insect Glaive for those who desire swift and agile gameplay.
The Insect Glaive allows players to launch into the air, executing aerial attacks while retaining the capability to dodge incoming assaults. This makes it one of the premier choices for flanking monstrous foes efficiently. The remarkable midair combo enables players to maneuver around monsters with ease, enhancing their ability to avoid attacks without relying solely on parrying.
However, executing these combos seamlessly may prove challenging. Players will likely need to invest time mastering the timing needed for midair jumps and dodges, especially during critical moments in battles.
Understanding the Kinsect in Monster Hunter Wilds
Before delving into specific combos, it’s vital to grasp the role of the Kinsect, as it significantly enhances the Insect Glaive’s effectiveness and unlocks powerful attack options.
Once equipped with the Insect Glaive, a Kinsect, a specialized flying insect, binds to the player’s hand. The Kinsect’s primary function is to assault the target, extract a buff, and return it to the hunter. There are three distinct Kinsect buffs, each identifiable by color, allowing players to extract various enhancements by targeting specific parts of the monster’s anatomy. Accumulating all three buffs not only augments overall damage output but also reveals new moves and combos.
The process of collecting these buffs is termed Harvest Extract, and it can be executed as follows:
- Activate Focus Mode: Hold R2 (PlayStation) / RT (Xbox) / R (PC), which will display a diamond shape below the crosshair. Targeting a monster will show the available buff colors. Press Triangle/Y/LMB to launch your Kinsect and collect the indicated buff color.
- Once the Kinsect inflicts damage, press Circle/B/RMB while still in Focus Mode to recall it and claim the buff. The buff color will illuminate beneath your stamina bar, and your chest armor will glow accordingly.
Another method for dispatching the Kinsect involves re-entering Focus Mode and holding down Triangle/Y/LMB. Release when you hear the audio cue, which will send the Kinsect forward for a series of three strikes on the target. The Kinsect’s icon below the stamina meter indicates what buffs have been collected. If the buffs are the same, consider targeting another part of the monster’s body for a different color instead of recalling the Kinsect.
Here’s a concise overview of the buffs associated with each color:
- Green: Restores health
- Red: Enables advanced charged attacks:
- Press and hold Circle/B/RMB to execute.
- Silver: Increases jump height and movement speed
- Orange: Provides resistance to knockback from enemies
- Red + Silver + Orange: Unveils a new combo along with all previously mentioned buffs.
- Green: Restores health
- Purple: Induces poison
- Yellow: Causes paralysis
- Orange: Inflicts blast damage
It’s important to note that the colors attributed to these buffs are determined by the specific Kinsect equipped. The type of dust they generate cannot be modified, meaning players will need to acquire and equip different Kinsects to access varying dust attributes.
Mastering Insect Glaive Combos
The Insect Glaive boasts four primary combos; three are readily accessible while the fourth becomes available only after acquiring all three buffs: Red, Silver, and Orange.
- Standard Combo: Triangle / Y / LMB > Triangle / Y / LMB > Triangle / Y / LMB > Circle / B / RMB
- Midair Combo 1: R2+X / RT+A / R+Space > X / A / Space > Triangle / Y / LMB
- Midair Combo 2: R2+X / RT+A / R+Space > X / A / Space > L2+R1 / LT+RB / Shift+Side Mouse Button
- Triple Extract Combo: LS Up+Circle / LS Up+B / W+RMB > Hold Circle / B / RMB to enhance the attack, followed by a release to execute > L2+Circle / LT+B / Mouse Button+RMB
The midair combo offers various alternatives, as players can substitute the last move with different actions such as launching an insect or executing a Focus Mode attack.
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