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

As you venture through the uncharted territories in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the weather will grow increasingly severe. Not only will you face biting cold, but you'll also have to contend with three formidable Hirabami. These creatures pose a unique challenge, but with the right strategies and tools, you can overcome them.

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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

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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

Hirabami presents a formidable challenge in Monster Hunter Wilds. Unlike many monsters that prefer solitude, Hirabami thrives in groups, complicating the battle. To manage this, equip yourself with Large Dung Pods, which can scatter the monsters, allowing you to tackle them individually with greater ease.

Use Heavy Slicing Pod Slinger Ammo

These creatures often take to the skies, making them a nuisance for melee fighters. Ranged weapon users, like those wielding Bows, have a natural advantage. For melee users, Heavy Slicing Pod Slinger ammo can be a game-changer, grounding Hirabami. If you're out of this ammo, aim to sever its tail; the resulting Tail Claw Shard will convert into the needed ammo.

Utilize Environmental Traps

The battle arena in Iceshard Cliffs offers environmental traps such as Ice Spikes, Floating Rubble, and Brittle Ice Pillars. Dropping one of these on Hirabami can stun and damage the creature, turning the tide of the fight in your favor.

Aim for the Head

The head is Hirabami's most vulnerable spot, though its tendency to float makes it a challenging target. Ranged attackers can hit this weak point more easily, while melee fighters should target the neck when the monster descends. The torso is less effective due to its high defense.

Watch the Tail

Hirabami's erratic movements include biting, spitting, and dive-bombing from the air. These are manageable if you keep an eye on its head. However, don't ignore its tail, which it uses as a powerful hammer. Constant movement and awareness of both its head and tail are crucial for survival.

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How to Capture Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds

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To capture Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds, reduce its health to 20% or less, signaled by a skull icon next to its mini-map icon. Once at this point, deploy a Pitfall Trap or a Shock Trap to immobilize it. Quickly follow up with a Tranquilizer to knock it out. Timing is critical, as any delay could allow the monster to escape. Capturing Hirabami ends the fight and secures your rewards, though it may limit additional material drops from hitting weak spots.

That's all you need to know about defeating and capturing Hirabami in Monster Hunter Wilds. Equip Large Dung Pods or use the SOS feature to simplify the battle.

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