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How to use Dual Blades in Monster Hunter Wilds: All Moves and Combos

Author : Patrick Mar 15,2025

In the thrilling world of Monster Hunter Wilds, raw power isn't always the key to victory. With blistering speed and strategic positioning, even the most formidable monsters can be swiftly overcome. Enter the Dual Blades, a weapon class perfectly suited to this lightning-fast approach. This guide explores the optimal strategies for mastering these agile weapons.

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Rapid and deadly, the Dual Blades excel at delivering rapid-fire attacks. Understanding both their standard and Demon Modes is crucial for success in any hunting scenario.

All Moves

CommandMoveDescription
Triangle/YDouble Slash/Circle SlashA fundamental combo starter. Press Triangle/Y for a Double Slash, followed by another Triangle/Y for a Circle Slash.
Circle/BLunging Strike/RoundslashA slashing attack that advances in the direction you're facing. Press again for a Roundslash.
R2/RTDemon ModeActivates Demon Mode, boosting attack power, movement speed, evasion, and granting knockback immunity.
Triangle/Y + Circle/B (In Demon Mode)Blade Dance I, II, IIIPowerful attacks chained together in Demon Mode, consuming the Demon Gauge.
Triangle/Y + Circle/B (In Archdemon Mode)Demon Flurry I, IIA series of attacks exclusive to Archdemon Mode, consuming the Demon Gauge. Use the analog stick to control direction. These can be chained with Blade Dance attacks using R2/RT.
Cross/A (During Demon/Archdemon Mode)Demon DodgeA faster dodge than normal. A Perfect Evade triggers an attack during the dodge, granting a short-term buff. Demon Dodge doesn't consume the Demon Gauge in Demon Mode.
L2/LT + R1/RBFocus Strike: Turning TideAn effective attack against wounded monsters. Hitting a wound triggers a Midair Spinning Blade Dance, capable of damaging multiple wounds simultaneously.

Demon Mode/Demon Gauge and Archdemon Mode

The Dual Blades feature a unique Demon Gauge mechanic. Demon Mode significantly enhances attack, movement speed, evasion, and provides knockback immunity, but consumes stamina. Successfully attacking in Demon Mode fills the Demon Gauge. A full gauge activates Archdemon Mode, offering even more powerful attacks at the cost of the gauge depleting over time. Both modes can be used strategically, and the Demon Gauge stops depleting while mounted on a monster.

Demon Dodge

Triggered by a Perfect Evade, Demon Dodge boosts regular and elemental damage and allows attacking while dodging, providing a 12-second damage buff. Subsequent dodges during this buff inflict additional damage.

Combos

Dual Blades in Monster Hunter Wilds

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Dual Blade combos revolve around Demon and Archdemon Modes. Mastering these transitions is key to maximizing damage output.

Basic Combo

A three-hit Triangle/Y combo (Double Slash, Double Slash Return Stroke, Circle Slash) provides consistent damage. Alternatively, a Circle/B combo (Demon Flurry Rush – Spinning Slash – Double Roundslash) rapidly fills the Demon Gauge.

Demon Mode Basic Combo

In Demon Mode, the basic combo becomes more potent and faster (Demon Fangs, Twofold Demon Slash, Sixfold Demon Slash), concluding with Triangle/Y + Circle/B for Demon Flurry I.

Archdemon Mode Blade Dance Combo

Once the Demon Gauge is full, unleash Archdemon Mode's devastating potential. Begin with Blade Dance (Triangle/Y + Circle/B) in Demon Mode, followed by four R2/RT presses for Demon Flurry I into Blade Dance II, and finally Demon Flurry II and Blade Dance III. This rapid sequence delivers massive damage.

Related: How to Capture Monsters in Monster Hunter Wild

Dual Blade Tips

Dual Blades in Monster Hunter Wilds Tips

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Expert Dual Blade users seamlessly transition between modes for maximum damage.

Always Follow Up

Start with the basic Demon Flurry Rush combo (Circle/B x3), then seamlessly transition into a full Demon or Archdemon Mode combo (Triangle/Y + Circle/B x3). This rapidly fills the Demon Gauge and unleashes powerful attacks.

Keep Your Stamina Up

Demon Mode's stamina drain necessitates careful management. While exiting the mode allows recovery, exploiting monster wounds with Focus Strike is a more efficient approach. This maintains the Demon Gauge while conserving stamina.

Dodging in Between Attacks

Due to the lack of defensive options, mastering dodges is crucial. The Dual Blades' quick animations allow for strategic evasions between attacks. Avoid over-committing to maintain mobility.

Ensure Sharpness

The rapid attacks necessitate frequent sharpening. The Speed Sharpening skill significantly reduces downtime.

This comprehensive guide equips you to master the Dual Blades in Monster Hunter Wilds. For more game assistance, explore The Escapist.

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

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