Monster Hunter Rise: Hunting Horn Guide | Attack of the Fanboy (2024)

Monster Hunter Rise and its previous installments introduced the Hunting Horn, a literal instrument of death. By playing various tunes with the simple press of a button, you enhance yourself and others with different buffs that significantly increase the team’s performance. The Hunting Horn was never a really popular weapon type among the fans, however, Monster Hunter Rise revamped it quite a bit, and it is now one of the most, if not the most, talked weapons in the game by the community. Below we will see exactly why.

Hunting Horn Guide and Overview

As mentioned above, the gimmick of this unique weapon is to keep buffing yourself by playing some music. Each attacking button corresponds to a different melody, and all you need in order to get the different buffs, is to press the specified attack button twice, in contrast to previous entries, where complete notes were complex to. For example, if you want the Attack Up buff, you just need to click A twice, as that’s the melody it produces.

X offers the Defense Up enhancement, while ZR the Self-improvement buff, where your speed and accuracy get a boost. With that we covered all three main buffs, and additionally we have the X+A attack, which gives the character Health Recovery (S). Your aim is to gather three different notes, in order to be able to use the Hunting Horn’s finisher, Magnificent Trio. Not only this is a very damaging sequence, but also provides the hunter all three buffs at the same time, refreshing them. Due to its long animation, it’s best to use it by itself when needed, but if you end up with a stunned or knocked out monster, feel free to unleash a full combo of all 3 main attacks, then finish it up with a Magnificent Trio.

In regards to combat, we only have one move to cover, the Infernal Melody, which is a follow up to Magnificent Trio. As you attack, a certain gauge is filled up, found next to your sharpening bar. If it is full, after a use of Magnificent Trio, you can click ZR again and Infernal Melody will be cast. It is a very strong ability, that significantly increases the attack of the whole party, making it a very important tool in Hunting Horn’s arsenal. It doesn’t last too long though, so it is best to use it only if you are sure you will be able to dish out some combos.

The Hunting Horn is finally sitting on top of the ‘tier’ list, since impressions from the multiple demos were astonishingly good. The newfound ease of use of the weapon made it a very popular choice for players, and it seems it will be that way even in Monster Hunter Rise’s end-game. It is now so easy to use this specific blunt type weapon, and with its new Wirebug and Silkbind abilities, it would be a shame to not try it out, even if you don’t like its playstyle. Only be careful when using your long combos, and you will be able to defeat monsters with barely any effort, especially in a party.

Hunting Horn Controls and Combos

  • X = Left Swing
  • A = Right Swing
  • X+A = Backwards Strike
  • Left Stick+X = Forward Smash
    • A after Forward Smash = Kick Up The Horn
    • X+A after Forward Smash = Spinning Attack
  • Left Stick+A = Crush
    • X after Crush = Spinning Attack With Handle
  • Left Stick+X+A = Overhead Smash
  • ZR = Perform
  • ZR+X = Magnificent Trio
  • When gauge is full: ZR->X->ZR = Infernal Melody
    • or ZL->X->ZR

Melodies

  • XX = Defense Up
  • AA = Attack Up
  • X+A X+A = Health Recovery (S)
  • ZR = Self-improvement

** Note that the Self-improvement buff is actually obtained automatically whenever you complete other buffs, or use Magnificent Trio. Making the use of Perform less needed, used mostly to evade enemy attacks as it has evade frames in the beginning of its animation.

Recommended Combos

  • Bread and Butter (easy access to Magnificent Trio)
    • Left Stick+A->X->X+A
      • Finish it up with ZR+A (Magnificent Trio), if monster is immobilized in any way
  • High Damage Combo
    • ZR+X->ZR->ZL+A

Hunting Horn Silkbind Attacks

  • ZL+X = Slide Beat
    • Uses a Wirebug to propel you forward into a spinning attack. Grants self-improvement and attack-power boosts by way of melody effects.
  • ZL+A = Earthshaker
    • Flings forth a blade, connects it to your weapon with Ironsilk, and transmits booming sonic attacks.

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Pros and Cons

  • Pros
    • Melodies are now very easy to do.
    • Self and team support with buffs.
    • Easy to inflict big damage.
    • Able to Stun.
    • All Silkbind attacks are very strong.
  • Cons
    • A bit slow.
    • Longer combos leave you vulnerable.

Monster Hunter Rise is set to release on March 26, for the Nintendo Switch. For more guides about the game, make sure to check our extensive list right here.

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Monster Hunter Rise: Hunting Horn Guide | Attack of the Fanboy (2024)

FAQs

How do you spin the Hunting Horn in Monster Hunter rise? ›

And combined (tilting the L stick plus hitting the X button and A button) makes the hunter do an Overhead Smash. The Forward Smash may be followed up with the move Kick Up The Horn with the A button. Or, the player will initiate a Spinning Attack mashing the X button and the A button instead.

What are the controls for the Hunting Horn in rise? ›

Hunting Horn Controls and Combos

X - Left Swing. A - Right Swing. X+A -Backwards Strike. ZR - Perform.

How to play Infernal Melody? ›

Infernal Melody

"Fill the gauge next to the Music Staff by landing attacks and you can activate a special melody. Press Zr after a Magnificent Trio or a Slide Beat to do so."

Does hunting horn stack with food? ›

Good Hunting! I think the hunting horn health boost is taking the same boost as the food buff since both don't stack while food + skill do stack. Something to keep in mind.

Do hunting Horn melodies stack? ›

No. For balance purposes they do not stack. That's why it's advised to bring different songs on the party if you have more than one horn.

Can hunting horn cut tails in Monster Hunter Rise? ›

Limitations. Its attacks are less precise than the Hammer when targeting monster weak points. Have lower KO value than the Hammer in general. Being a blunt weapon, it is normally impossible to cut tail of monsters, unless deliberately using the Hilt Stab attack.

What is the purpose of a hunting horn? ›

Hunting horns are instruments used mostly in the act of fox hunting in order for members of the hunt to communicate with one another. The horns also allow the hunters to communicate with the dogs involved in hunting.

Does hunting horn buff teammates? ›

The hunting horn is a blunt weapon that can bestow positive status effects on yourself and your allies. Use it to perform melodies that can boost attack power, restore health, and grant other beneficial effects.

What does divine protection do in MHR? ›

Divine Protection

Has a chance of decreasing damage received.

How long does silkbind shockwave last? ›

Silkbind shockwave after TU5 lasts for 45 seconds, has hyper armor, doesn't do much damage directly, and only costs one wirebug. However, it buffs the HH to deal damage with a lingering shockwave, inspired by hammer's impact press in GU.

What skills do you want for hunting horn? ›

Try getting Attack Boost., Horn Maestro, and Weakness Exploit. Horn maestro is a must have. Slugger and Stamina Thief are great as well, even in multiplayer with the amount of hits you will be dishing to both the head and everywhere else that monster will get ko'd super fast and be forever hungry and slow.

What skills are important for hunting horn? ›

Critical Boost, Weakness Exploit

Most Hunting Horns have huge base damages to compensate for their slow and heavy attacks. Affinity skills such as Critical Boost and Weakness Exploit are perfect for taking the Hunting Horn's overall damage to the next level.

How do you use Cahoot in Monster Hunter Rise? ›

Cohoots are creatures that are beloved throughout Kamura. The village elder gave you a Cohoot to look after as a pet. If you call your Cohoot from your Action Bar, it will come and perch on your arm. If a symbol pops up while you have a Cohoot on your arm, push it to have your Cohoot take flight.

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