Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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This is the ultimate guide for Long Sword in MH: Wilds. From combos, analyising the gameplay loop to optimal DPS rotation and tips and tricks, the video has it all! So, if you're looking to pick up the Long Sword or just want to get to know more about some of the intricacies of the Long Sword, you're covered either way. Today you'll become a pro long sword-er in only 20 minutes or so. ENJOY!

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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 LONG SWORD
0:28 How It Works (Sword States, Main Gameplay Loop)
1:29 Getting To Red ASAP
1:31 Popping Wounds / Focus Strike
2:00 Normal Meter Building / Spirit Combo (It's Slow)
2:46 Fade Slash Combo
3:23 Combos Compared
3:41 Charging Spirit Roundslash
4:04 Counters Masterclass
8:48 Whiffing Iai Spirit Slash / Iai Slash Combo
9:34 Dismount Counter
10:12 Getting To Red ASAP Options Ranking
10:50 Main Combo (Best DPS Rotation In Red)
12:19 Alternative Crimson Slash Combo (Cool Animation Sequence)
13:00 Spirit Helmbreaker + Spirit Release Slash (When and How To Use Its Big Burst)
15:08 How To Start The Hunt
15:16 How To Approach Sleeping Monsters
15:53 Extra Tips & Tricks
16:27 Gear/Skills/A Great Build Set
19:03 Important Info