

In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, brute strength isn't always the answer. Mastering speed and precision with weapons like the Dual Blades can make even the mightiest monsters stumble. These lightning-fast weapons reward skillful hunters who understand positioning and timing.
The Dual Blades excel at delivering rapid, relentless strikes that overwhelm monsters through sheer speed. Their true potential unlocks when hunters master switching between two distinct combat modes mid-battle.
| Input | Attack | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Triangle/Y | Double Slash/Circle Slash | Basic opening strikes. Initiates with Double Slash and chains into Circle Slash when repeated. |
| Circle/B | Lunging Strike/Roundslash | An advancing slash attack that transitions into a circular slash. |
| R2/RT | Demon Mode Activation | Toggles enhanced combat mode boosting attack power, mobility, and evasion while preventing knockbacks. |
| Triangle/Y + Circle/B (Demon Mode) | Blade Dance Series | Chaining powerful attacks that drain the Demon Gauge. |
| Triangle/Y + Circle/B (Archdemon Mode) | Demon Flurry Attacks | Archdemon-exclusive strikes controlled with analog stick inputs. |
| Cross/A (Demon/Archdemon Mode) | Enhanced Dodge | Special evasion granting attack opportunities during dodges. |
| L2/LT + R1/RB | Focus Strike: Turning Tide | Precision attack targeting monster wounds for aerial combos. |
The Dual Blades' unique Demon Gauge fills through attacks while in Demon Mode, eventually unlocking Archdemon Mode. This temporary power state consumes gauge points for enhanced attacks while maintaining mobility.

Starter Combo: Three consecutive Triangle/Y attacks for reliable damage.
Demon Mode Chain: Demon Fangs into Twofold Demon Slash transitioning to powerful Sixfold Demon Slash.
Archdemon Blitz: Blend Blade Dance and Demon Flurry attacks for devastating chains.
*Monster Hunter Wilds* challenges hunters to adapt constantly. The Dual Blades reward those who embrace their speed and complexity.