How to use Hunting Horn in Monster Hunter Wilds: All Moves and Combos

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How to use Hunting Horn in Monster Hunter Wilds: All Moves and Combos

Mar 18,25

In the vibrant world of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the Hunting Horn stands out as a truly unique weapon. While initially unconventional, its power is undeniable for those who master its melodies. This guide will help you unlock the Hunting Horn's full potential.

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This blunt weapon isn't just about brute force; it's about strategic buffs for yourself and your allies. Mastering its melodies is key to victory.

All Moves

Command	Move	Description
Triangle/Y	Left Swing	Basic attack producing Note 1. Use with a direction for a Forward Smash.
Circle/B	Right Swing	Basic attack producing Note 2.
Analog Direction + Circle/B	Flourish	Produces Note 2. Adding Triangle/Y, Circle/B, or Triangle/Y + Circle/B during the attack adds another note.
Triangle/Y + Circle/B	Backwards Strike	Produces Note 3. Hits targets behind you, moving you backward.
Analog Direction + Triangle/Y + Circle/B	Overhead Smash	Produces Note 3. Adding Triangle/Y, Circle/B, or Triangle/Y + Circle/B during the attack adds another note.
Backwards Analog Direction + Triangle/Y or Circle/B or Triangle/Y + Circle/B during combo	Hilt Stab	Quick attack producing a note. Triangle/Y, Circle/B, and Triangle/Y + Circle/B each produce a different note.
R2/RT	Perform	Activates Melody Effect. Stocked melodies play in order; R2/RT + Triangle/Y or Circle/B selects a specific melody. Press R2/RT during multiple melodies for a powerful Performance Beat. Use an Encore (Triangle/Y + Circle/B) to boost and extend Melody Effects. Timing these with Melody Effect activation increases their power.
R2/RT + Cross/A	Echo Bubble	Produces an Echo Bubble, type determined by your Hunting Horn. Add up to three notes (Triangle/Y, Circle/B, or Triangle/Y + Circle/B) during creation.
R2/RT + Triangle/Y + Circle/B with Melody Stocked	Special Performance	Plays the unique Melody Effect of your equipped Hunting Horn. Once stocked, this melody isn't overwritten.
L2/LT + R1/RB	Focus Strike: Reverb	Performance attack effective against wounds. Add up to five notes (Triangle/Y, Circle/B, or Triangle/Y + Circle/B) during performance. Correct timing increases damage.

Combos

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Beyond its musical abilities, the Hunting Horn packs a powerful blunt force punch. Here are some key combos:

Overhead Smash Combo

A fundamental combo: move forward and press Triangle/Y + Circle/B twice for the Overhead Smash and follow-up. Consistent use can stun monsters.

Performance Combo

After stacking songs, initiate Perform (R2/RT), followed by Triangle/Y + Circle/B for an Encore to boost and extend Melody Effects.

Echo Bubble Combo

Best against incapacitated enemies: start with Echo Bubble (Cross/A + R2/RT), then Triangle/Y, Circle/B, Circle/B for Echo Wave (Blunt), R2/RT for Perform, and finally an Encore (Triangle/Y + Circle/B).

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Hunting Horn Tips

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Mastering the Hunting Horn requires controlling buffs and timing damage output, especially in multiplayer.

All About the Notes

Each Hunting Horn has unique songs requiring specific note combinations. The top-right corner shows command-note pairings. Flourish and Overhead Smash allow adding extra notes. You can even play notes while riding your Seikret.

Buff City

Stack songs for multiple buffs. Choose buffs based on the situation, considering performance time.

Echo Chamber

Use Echo Bubbles frequently. They add three note inputs, amplify damage, and boost evasion/movement speed. Especially useful in High Rank hunts.

Self-Improvement is Key

Maximize the Self-Improvement skill (at least level 2) for a 20% attack boost.

Always be Prepared With Special Performances

Keep a Special Performance (like Offset Melody) ready. Use it during monster attacks to knock them down (R2/RT + Triangle/Y + Circle/B).

This guide covers the essentials of mastering the Hunting Horn in Monster Hunter Wilds. Check The Escapist for more game assistance.

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

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