Mastering Hunting Horn in Monster Hunter Wilds: Moves and Combos Guide
Author: Connor
May 21,2025
In the vast and thrilling world of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the Hunting Horn stands out as a unique weapon, blending melody and might to offer unparalleled support and damage. For those looking to master this musical marvel, here’s how to maximize its potential and dominate the hunt.
Hunting Horn in Monster Hunter Wilds
The Hunting Horn is not just a weapon; it's a symphony of buffs and brute force. By remembering and performing the right melodies at crucial moments, you can turn the tide of battle in your favor, providing essential boosts to yourself and your team.
All Moves
| Command | Move | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Triangle/Y | Left Swing | A basic attack that generates Note 1 on the musical staff. Use it with a direction for a Forward Smash. |
| Circle/B | Right Swing | A basic attack that generates Note 2 on the musical staff. |
| Analog Direction + Circle/B | Flourish | An attack that generates Note 2. Pressing Triangle/Y, Circle/B, or Triangle/Y + Circle/B during the attack adds another note. |
| Triangle/Y + Circle/B | Backwards Strike | A basic attack that generates Note 3, allowing you to hit targets behind you while moving backward. |
| Analog Direction + Triangle/Y + Circle/B | Overhead Smash | An attack that generates Note 3. Pressing 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 | A quick attack that produces a note. It can follow various attacks, with different buttons generating different notes. |
| R2/RT | Perform | Activates Melody Effects. Stocked melodies play in order, but specific melodies can be selected with R2/RT + Triangle/Y or Circle/B. Multiple melodies can be performed with a powerful Performance Beat (R2/RT), followed by an Encore (Triangle/Y + Circle/B) to boost and extend effects. Timing Performance Beats and Encores with Melody Effects increases their power. |
| R2/RT + Cross/A | Echo Bubble | Creates an Echo Bubble based on the equipped Hunting Horn. Up to three notes can be produced with Triangle/Y, Circle/B, or Triangle/Y + Circle/B. |
| R2/RT + Triangle/Y + Circle/B with Melody Stocked | Special Performance | Plays the unique Melody Effect of the equipped Hunting Horn, which remains stocked and won’t be overwritten. |
| L2/LT + R1/RB | Focus Strike: Reverb | A performance attack effective against wounds. Up to five notes can be produced with Triangle/Y, Circle/B, or Triangle/Y + Circle/B. Timing the notes correctly increases damage. |
Combos
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The Hunting Horn's utility extends beyond its musical prowess, delivering significant blunt force. Here are some essential combos to master:
Overhead Smash Combo
A staple in your arsenal, this combo involves moving forward and pressing Triangle/Y + Circle/B twice. It's effective for stunning monsters, enhancing your control over the battlefield.
Performance Combo
Once you've stacked your desired melodies, execute this combo by moving forward and pressing R2/RT to initiate Perform, followed by Triangle/Y + Circle/B for an Encore. This boosts and extends your Melody Effects, amplifying your team's capabilities.
Echo Bubble Combo
Leverage the Echo Bubble against incapacitated foes. Start with Cross/A + R2/RT, then follow with Triangle/Y, Circle/B, Circle/B for Echo Wave (Blunt), R2/RT for Perform, and finish with an Encore using Triangle/Y + Circle/B.
Related: How to Capture Monsters in Monster Hunter Wild
Hunting Horn Tips
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Mastering the Hunting Horn involves more than just playing the right notes; it's about timing and strategy, especially in cooperative play.
All About the Notes
Understanding and building songs with different notes is crucial. Each Hunting Horn has unique melodies requiring specific note combinations. Monitor the top right corner of your screen to identify the required commands for each note. Attacks like Flourish and Overhead Smash can add additional notes, making song creation smoother. Even while riding your Seikret, you can play the necessary notes to form melodies.
Buff City
Stacking notes to play multiple songs in succession maximizes your buffs. Tailor these buffs to the current scenario, considering the time needed to perform them effectively.
Echo Chamber
Utilize Echo Bubbles frequently to create an advantageous battlefield. They not only provide three additional note inputs but also amplify your damage and enhance evasion and movement speed within the bubble. This is especially beneficial in High Rank hunts.
Self-Improvement is Key
Ensure your Self-Improvement skill is at least level 2 to boost your attacks by 20%. This increases your damage output and hastens the downfall of monsters.
Always be Prepared With Special Performances
Keep a Special Performance stocked and ready. For instance, the Offset Melody can be prepared and held until the perfect moment. When a monster attacks, input the Special Performance command (R2/RT + Triangle/Y + Circle/B), hold the stance, and release as the monster strikes to knock it down.
With these strategies, you're well on your way to mastering the Hunting Horn in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and guides, be sure to check out The Escapist.
*Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*
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