The bow in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, while initially challenging, offers a rewarding ranged combat experience. Its unique stamina-based mechanics set it apart from other weapons. Mastering the bow requires understanding its intricacies, particularly stamina management. Each attack depletes your stamina; light attacks consume less than charged attacks.
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Basic attacks are executed with a left-click (PC), R2 (PlayStation), or RT (Xbox). More advanced techniques, like Dragon Piercer and Thousand Dragons, add complexity and damage potential. The following table details the bow's controls:
| Combo | PC | PlayStation | Xbox |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Attack | Left-click | R2 | RT |
| Charged Attack | Hold left-click | Hold R2 | Hold RT |
| Aim / Focus | Hold right-click | Hold L2 | Hold LT |
| Quick Shot | F | O | B |
| Power Shot | F + F | O + O | B + B |
| Arc Shot | Right-click + Left-click + F | L2 + R2 + O | LT + RT + B |
| Charging Sidestep | Right-click + R | L2 + X | LT + A |
| Dragon Piercer | R + F | Triangle + O | Y + B |
| Thousand Dragons | Right-click + R + F | R2 + Triangle + O | RT + Y + B |
| Select Coating | Ctrl + arrow up or down | L1 + Triangle or X | LB + Y or A |
| Apply Coating | R | Triangle | Y |
| Ready Tracer | Left-click + E | L2 + R2 + Square | LT + RT + X |
| Focus Fire: Hailstorm | Right-click + Shift | L2 + Hold R1 | LT + Hold RB |
New players should familiarize themselves with these controls in the training grounds before engaging monsters. This allows for practice and prevents frustrating early encounters.
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The bow excels at targeting monster weak points. Focus Fire: Hailstorm, activated by holding Shift (PC), R1/RB (consoles), automatically locks onto these vulnerable areas, indicated by red markings after focusing your aim.
Coatings significantly enhance the bow's effectiveness. Regular attacks gradually fill a coating gauge (bottom-right corner). Once full, pressing R (PC), Triangle (PlayStation), or Y (Xbox) applies the coating. Each bow supports two coatings simultaneously. Available coatings include:
Tracer Arrows are invaluable for consistent hits. These arrows stick to the monster, guiding subsequent shots. While effective, they consume coating points, so strategic use is key.
Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
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