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If you're diving into *Monster Hunter Wilds* and are intrigued by the bow, you're in for a treat. This weapon stands out with its unique mechanics and a steep learning curve, making it a challenging yet rewarding choice for players willing to master it.
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Unlike other weapons in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the bow demands careful attention to your stamina bar. Every attack you execute consumes stamina, with light attacks using less and charged attacks taking a significant toll. To perform a basic attack, simply left-click on your mouse or press the R2/RT button on your controller. For those eager to explore more, the bow offers various combos like Dragon Piercer and Thousand Dragons. Here's a detailed look at the controls for using a bow:
| Combo | PC | PlayStation | Xbox |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Attack | Left-click | R2 | RT |
| Charged | 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 | B + Y |
| 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 |
If you're new to the bow, I highly recommend spending some time in the training ground. It's the perfect place to practice combos and familiarize yourself with the controls before facing off against monsters.
Related: Monster Hunter Wilds Weapon Tier List (Best Weapons to Use)
Attack Monster’s Weak Spots
One of the bow's greatest advantages is its ability to target a monster's weak points with precision. Utilize the Focus Fire: Hailstorm technique to shoot arrows that automatically lock onto these vulnerable areas. Once you've focused your sight, red spots will appear on the enemy, indicating where to aim. Simply hold down Shift or R1/RB to lock onto these targets and maximize your damage output.
Use Coatings
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Coatings are another crucial element of the bow in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. These special concoctions enhance your arrows without the need for crafting; your character will generate coatings as you hit enemies with regular arrows. Keep an eye on the blue bar in the bottom right corner of your screen. Once it's full, you can apply coatings by pressing R, Triangle, or Y. Each bow can use two types of coatings, and here's a rundown of what's available:
- Power Coating – Boosts the overall damage of your arrows.
- Pierce Coating – Enhances the Dragon Piercer ability to pierce through armor.
- Close-Range Coating – Increases damage when fighting at close range.
- Paralysis Coating – Gradually inflicts Paralysis on the monster.
- Exhaust Coating – Slowly inflicts Stun and Exhaustion.
- Sleep Coating – Gradually puts the monster to sleep.
- Poison Coating – Slowly inflicts Poison.
- Blast Coating – Slowly inflicts Blast damage.
Use Tracer Arrow
The Tracer Arrow is another valuable tool in your bow arsenal. When fired, it sticks to a monster for a limited time, causing subsequent arrows to home in on the tracer. This is particularly useful for creating and exploiting weak spots. However, be mindful that using a Tracer Arrow consumes coating points, so use it strategically.
*Monster Hunter Wilds* is now available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, offering players a thrilling experience with the bow and other weapons.
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