"Guide: Defeating and Capturing Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds"

As you venture deeper into the uncharted territories of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the environment turns increasingly unforgiving. Not only must you contend with plummeting temperatures, but you'll also face the daunting challenge of battling three formidable Hirabami. These creatures, known for their group dynamics and aerial prowess, demand a strategic approach to overcome.

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Table of contents

• 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

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

Facing the Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds can be particularly challenging due to their tendency to fight in groups. To manage this, equip yourself with Large Dung Pods. These handy items can disperse the Hirabami, allowing you to tackle them individually and increase your chances of success.

Use Heavy Slicing Pod Slinger Ammo

The Hirabami's habit of taking to the skies can be frustrating, especially for melee weapon users. Ranged weapon users have an advantage here, but if you're up close and personal, utilize Heavy Slicing Pod Slinger ammo. This can be obtained by shooting the Hirabami's tail, which will drop a Tail Claw Shard that transforms into the needed ammo, helping to ground these elusive creatures.

Utilize Environmental Traps

The Hirabami's arena in Iceshard Cliffs is riddled with environmental traps such as Ice Spikes, Floating Rubble, and Brittle Ice Pillars. Leveraging these can stun and inflict significant damage on the Hirabami, turning the tide of battle in your favor.

Aim for the Head

The head of the Hirabami is its most vulnerable spot, but reaching it can be tricky due to their airborne nature. Ranged attackers have a clear advantage, while melee users should strike at the neck when the Hirabami descends. Avoid targeting the torso, as it's heavily armored and less effective.

Watch the Tail

The Hirabami's unpredictable attacks include biting, spitting, and diving from the sky. While their head movements can signal these attacks, don't overlook the tail. It serves as a powerful hammer, capable of delivering crushing blows if you're not vigilant.

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How to Capture Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds

Capturing a Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds requires reducing its health to 20% or less, indicated by a skull icon on your mini-map. Once at this threshold, deploy a Pitfall Trap or Shock Trap. Quickly follow up with a Tranquilizer to knock the Hirabami out before it escapes. Successfully capturing the Hirabami ends the fight, granting you the standard rewards, though it may limit your chances 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. Don't forget to arm yourself with Large Dung Pods or use the SOS feature to make the fight more manageable.

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