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Mastering Mounts in Monster Hunter Rise

by Brooklyn Mar 13,2025

Mastering the art of mounting monsters in *Monster Hunter Wilds* is crucial for victory. This maneuver allows you to control the battle, forcing the beast into traps, initiating fights with other monsters, and setting up powerful allied attacks. Successfully mounting a monster requires a combination of precise timing, significant damage output, consideration of the monster's mount resistance, and strategic weapon choice. Mounting is a highly effective tactic for both defeating and capturing monsters, offering adaptable strategies depending on your goals.

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Fighting a Chatacabra in Monster Hunter Wilds
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While superior weapons and gear are important, controlling the battle's flow is paramount. Here are several methods for mounting:

Utilizing High Cliffs and Ledges

Mounting from a Cliff
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This straightforward method involves finding a cliff higher than the monster. Quickly climb to the ledge before the monster follows. Time your leap onto the monster as it approaches, utilizing knife and weapon attacks while mounted to maintain control.

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Seikret Dismount Attack

Seikret Dismount Attack
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Ideal for ranged weapon users (like Bow users), this technique involves dismounting your Seikret near the monster. Perform an aerial slash attack as you dismount, creating an opportunity to mount the monster immediately afterward.

Aerial Weapon Attacks

Aerial Attack Mount
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This method is best suited for melee weapons, particularly the Insect Glaive. The Insect Glaive's aerial capabilities make this a natural and effective mounting strategy, as continuous airborne attacks often lead to mounting opportunities.

This covers the key methods for mounting in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more on the game, check out our guide on unlocking high rank. *Monster Hunter Wilds* is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.