Mastering the art of mounting monsters in *Monster Hunter Wilds* is crucial for victory. This powerful tactic allows you to control the battle, forcing the beast into traps, initiating fights with other monsters, and setting up devastating attacks from your allies. Successfully mounting depends on timing, damage inflicted, the monster's resistance, and your weapon choice. Mounting is effective for both defeating and capturing monsters, offering strategic flexibility.
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While superior weapons and gear are important, controlling the battle is paramount. Several methods exist for mounting:

If the environment allows, climb a cliff overlooking the monster. Quickly ascend before it follows. Time your leap onto the monster as it approaches, utilizing knife and weapon attacks while mounted to maintain control.
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Ideal for ranged weapons like the Bow, this involves dismounting your Seikret near the monster. Perform an aerial slash attack as you dismount, creating an opportunity to mount immediately afterward.

Optimal for melee weapons, especially the Insect Glaive. Continuous aerial attacks naturally create mounting opportunities during your attack sequences.
This covers the key methods for mounting in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Explore our other guides, including how to unlock high rank. *Monster Hunter Wilds* is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.