Started this the other day, and it's the first MonHan I've put a whole lotta time into. Just about done with 2-star village quests and have been doing some online co-op hunts with a friend. Really really enjoying it. I feel like I finally get it. I started with dual blades but have been experimenting with the Switch Axe, Long Sword (?) and the Sword and Shield. I still think I like the DB best because of the speed, but I wish I had a little more range. Is there a quick-ish longer ranged weapon I should be trying? The SA is really cool but the combos are too hard for me to get my head around at the moment.
Unfortunately, I picked a dude and have decided I hate his stupid face. Thinking about transferring my save to 3DS, using a save editor to change my gender, and transferring back. Anyone know any reason why this won't work?
Totally missed this.
Insect Glaive, I would say, is the fast long range weapon you are looking for, with the white essence up, you would have movement speed on par with light weapons, if you play aerial style, your pole vault would send you flying further(at a lower angle) than usual, you can quickly keep up with any monster charging too far away. It is also a weapon emphasised on fast rapid attacks rather than slow heavy hits.
You will have to learn where to draw your essence, but in general, the part the monster uses to attack the most would be red(ie head), the part the monster uses to move would be white(ie wings and legs), and the harder part of the monster would be orange(ie body/back). There are certain monsters with green essence(healing), but I can't figure out the rules for its location.
Red increases attack power, as well as unlocking better attack animations. White increases movement speed. Orange increases defence. Combining them will grant additional bonuses such as super armour, earplugs, critical up, etc. Upgrading your insect will improve the buffs or even allow your essence to be party-wide, though they would only be getting a dumbed down version of the buffs: Red - attack up, white - critical up, orange - defence up, green - team heal.
For your other question. If I recall, you get to remake your character when you transfer your save, I can't remember if gender is an option though.
Guild card so far, I need to use CB more...
Amazing OT. Looking forward to digging into it soon, puppies permitting. Likely means i won't get a lot of online in any time soon but i should be able to tackle some single player stuff.
Pro-tip for people playing who can't read japanese - google translate app lets your take pictures of japanese text and it translates it for you - lifesaver on MH4 for me - should be even easier on switch since it's not 240p.
Good stuff, ty!
Does anyone actively transfer between the 3ds and switch versions and if so, how quick/functional is it to do? I find the switch kind of unwieldy and uncomfortable to use in the handheld mode, but I'm not sure whether constantly switching between the two versions is
viable.
I'm also planning to start whacking out some hub quests after I finish the village tomorrow ish if anyone wants to join, should just be a matter of speeding through the LR/HR keys asap... its my first MH since MH4 so I didn't wanna bring my rustiness online immediately and need to catch up now!
Man, fuck G-rank Yian Kut-Ku. Damn speed and tail spins. 14% chance for carve/reward on an item all his stuff needs.
Been fighting him more than I care to now. Just one more webbing for the final armor piece. I need an entry g armor because I was only getting by due to having teammates, and soloing stuff was lol before I decided to just keep my Yian Kut-Ku set streak going.
That won't be necessary, thankfully. I got the full set. We'll have to do one hyper Kut-Ku for hyper scales, though. I did it once solo and it was... Awful. 30 minutes, used all my healing, two carts, always afraid I'd die and have wasted my time (I was also sleep deprived). It was grueling, haha, but satisfying as hell when I capped it. I did manage to get the subquest near the end, too--it saved my ass.I'll endure some Kut Ku with you when I get home if ya want lol. I won't be on for 90 minutes or so, but I've been looking forward to the hunts all day.
That won't be necessary, thankfully. I got the full set. We'll have to do one hyper Kut-Ku for hyper scales, though. I did it once solo and it was... Awful. 30 minutes, used all my healing, two carts, always afraid I'd die and have wasted my time (I was also sleep deprived). It was grueling, haha, but satisfying as hell when I capped it. I did manage to get the subquest near the end, too--it saved my ass.
Also, I need to beat the G4 boss so I can unlock all basic transmogging.
Oh, I'm not actually at G4 yet . Was just saying I need to do that for fashion reasons, because the Yian Kut-Ku armors--while not terrible--leave a lot to be desired, in terms of looks. I actually only have one quest left until my G3 urgent, though!Well PK and I did our urgents for 10, so we can....probably knock it out. Not sure if the req is higher than 10.
Oh, I'm not actually at G4 yet . Was just saying I need to do that for fashion reasons, because the Yian Kut-Ku armors--while not terrible--leave a lot to be desired, in terms of looks. I actually only have one quest left until my G3 urgent, though!
Totally missed this.
Insect Glaive, ...
For your other question. If I recall, you get to remake your character when you transfer your save, I can't remember if gender is an option though.
Spot open.I'll hop in after this pubg match if there's a spot. Need my lao done ZZZ
the suffering is over! the mail man finally brought me my copy... but I probably won't be able to play much until next week (or the week after). but I try my best to at least reach high rank - there's probably no point in joining you online without at least half-decent gear, right?
I know some fun Generations videos with a party playing, but not XX sadly.ok... well I've got a 5 hour train ride ahead of me, so I think I should be ready by Saturday
damn... there's like what, 150 dlc quests?
edit: does anyone know a really good mhxx video which I could show my friend to make him wanna buy it?
Like some video of a really good hunt with some impressive monster? (doesn't need to be XX).
all the videos I came across so far haven't been that great or failed to convey how fun the gameplay is, especially in multiplayer
Abandon all hope ye who enter here.
I kind of like playing in Japanese to be honest. While there's some stuff I haven't delved to deep on because of the language barrier, so much is second nature from prior games that it's been pretty painless. Also it has inspired me to get serious about learning more Japanese, which is something I've very casually dabbled with for years.
That said...would probably still buy a localized version.
Anyone around and want to run through the Low Rank keys with me?
I'm home and settled in for the normal g-rank/turn shenanigans. Gonna run a few quests offline while watching this thread.
I am now. Still around?
I'll be up for it in a bit. Unfortunately, I have to work one more day so can't play longer than usual but I'll be free after that.
I know Hybris wanted to do his Lao urgent, not sure if he's around but I see him online on Switch.
Damn, missed this message. I'm taking a short break but I'll set up a low rank room in around 30 mins
Made a room, going to go through the HR1 quests at least.
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