How to use Sword and Shield in Monster Hunter Wilds: All Moves and Combos
- By Daniel
- Mar 15,2025
Mastering *Monster Hunter Wilds* requires a keen understanding of balance, as every piece of equipment, from armor to Talismans, involves strategic trade-offs. However, the Sword and Shield offers exceptional versatility in combat, seamlessly blending offense and defense. This guide will help you harness its full potential.
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The Sword and Shield is a reliable choice for both novice and veteran hunters. Its agility, damage output, and defensive capabilities make it effective in diverse combat situations.
All Moves
| Command | Move | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Triangle/Y | Standard Attack | A basic four-hit sword combo. Adjust positioning mid-combo using the analog stick. |
| Circle/B | Special Attack | Use the analog stick with Circle/B for a Shield Attack (stun damage). Press Circle/B for a powerful Lateral Slash. |
| Triangle/Y + Circle/B | Advancing Slash | An upward slash while moving forward. Terrain-specific attacks are possible when used while sliding downhill or approaching a ledge. |
| Triangle/Y + Circle/B (During Combo) | Roundslash | A wide-area slash allowing quick directional changes. Chaining it from specific attacks unlocks the powerful Spinning Reaper. |
| Holding down Triangle/Y + Circle/B (During Combo) | Charged Chop | A powerful leaping attack. Hitting weak points maximizes damage. Power increases after certain attacks. |
| Forward on analog stick + Circle/B | Shield Attack | Bash enemies with your shield, dealing stun damage when hitting the head. |
| Push back analog stick + Circle/B (During Combo) | Backstep | Avoid monster attacks during combos. Press Triangle/Y during a Backstep for Perfect Rush (a multi-hit attack inflicting elemental damage and ailments). Press Triangle/Y when the sword flashes to boost damage. |
| Circle/B During Backstep | Charged Slash | A high jump follows a Charged Slash after a Backstep. Perform aerial attacks like Jumping Slash (Triangle/Y) or Falling Bash (Circle/B) while airborne. |
| Hold down R2/RT | Guard | Guard against attacks. Perfect Guards, timed correctly, allow a powerful Counter Slash (Triangle/Y). |
| R2/RT + Triangle/Y | Sliding Swipe | A quick attack for closing distance. |
| R2/RT + Square/X | Use Item | Use items while your weapon is drawn. |
| L2/LT + R1/RB | Focus Strike: Vital Stab | Effective against wounds. After hitting wounds or weak points, press Triangle/Y for Falling Slash, or Circle/B for Upswing Bash, which can chain into Falling Bash. |
Combos
Lateral Slash Combo
Maximize damage with this combo: Lateral Slash (Circle/B), Return Stroke (Circle/B), Spinning Rising Slash (Circle/B), Spinning Reaper (Triangle/Y + Circle/B), and Charged Chop (Hold Triangle/Y + Circle/B). This swift combo delivers significant damage without lengthy lock-in.
Shield Bash Combo
This combo is ideal for stunning monsters: Shield Attack (Forward analog stick + Circle/B), followed by two more Circle/B presses, and finally Guard Slash (R2/RT + Circle/B). Target the monster's head for maximum effectiveness.
Perfect Rush Combo
This powerful combo is your go-to strategy: Begin with any attack, then use Backstep (Push back analog stick + Circle/B), Leaping Slash (Triangle/Y), Perfect Rush (Triangle/Y), Scaling Slash (Triangle/Y), and Falling Bash (Circle/B). Precise timing during Backstep, Leaping Slash, and Perfect Rush (look for the red flash) significantly increases damage.
Sword and Shield Tips
Vary Your Attacks
Combine fast sword attacks (building elemental damage) with shield attacks (for stun) to maximize efficiency.
Dodging and Guarding
Master Perfect Guards to negate damage and use Power Clashes to knock back monsters. Use Backstep to evade attacks and prepare for counterattacks.
Focus Strikes
Utilize Focus Strikes on open wounds, following up with either Falling Slash for more hits or Upswing Bash (chainable into Falling Bash) for increased stun.
Item Usage
Use items while your weapon is drawn to maintain offensive pressure and support allies quickly.
This comprehensive guide will help you dominate Monster Hunter Wilds with the Sword and Shield. Check out The Escapist for more helpful guides.
Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
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