Mastering Mizutsune: Tips to Find and Defeat in Monster Hunter Wilds

Mastering Mizutsune: Tips to Find and Defeat in Monster Hunter Wilds

The first major Monster Hunter Wilds update has arrived, introducing an array of exciting features including new weapons, armor sets, and the coveted arrival of MH Generations’ Mizutsune.

Are you eager to unlock both the standard and tempered versions of this majestic monster? Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to find and conquer Mizutsune in Monster Hunter Wilds.

Unlocking the Mizutsune Hunt in Monster Hunter Wilds

To unlock Mizutsune in Monster Hunter Wilds, complete the Spirit in the Moonlight mission. This mission becomes accessible once you achieve Hunter Rank 21. To initiate it, speak with Kanya at the Scarlet Forest Base Camp after finishing the Fishing Life quest in Microcosm.

Kanya's location.
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Finding and Unlocking the Tempered Mizutsune

Once you have completed Spirit in the Moonlight, you can unlock the Tempered Mizutsune hunt by reaching Hunter Rank 41. To find this version of Mizutsune, I discovered it exclusively in the Ruins of Wyveria.

The Tempered Mizutsune hunt in Monster Hunter Wilds.
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How to Defeat Mizutsune in Monster Hunter Wilds

The hunter faces a Mizutsune in Monster Hunter Wilds.
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When engaging Mizutsune in MH Wilds, spatial awareness is crucial. This highly aggressive creature unleashes a barrage of tail spins, lunges, and jet streams while continuously emitting harmful bubbles that inflict both Waterblight and Bubbleblight. You can counter Waterblight by rolling or using a Nulberry, while Bubbleblight requires a Cleanser. When in an enraged state, Mizutsune can also inflict Fireblight, causing gradual HP depletion until remedied.

Don’t worry if all this seems daunting. Mizutsune has weaknesses to Ice, Dragon, and Electric attacks. Focus your strikes on its head using Cut and Blunt weapons for maximum effectiveness.

The Hunter faces a Tempered Mizutsune in MH Wilds.
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Adopt an aggressive stance, as many of Mizutsune’s significant attacks can be anticipated, even at close range. Respect the damaging bubbles and jets; a Tempered Mizutsune can easily eliminate even the best-prepared hunters with its heavy damage output. To bolster your defenses, consider equipping water-resistant armor sets for extra protection.

Complete Mizutsune Armor Recipes

True hunters can craft both Alpha and Beta versions of the Mizutsune armor set in Monster Hunter Wilds. The High Rank sets unlock after your first battle with Mizutsune, and you can craft each piece using the materials listed below:

  • Mizutsune Helm: Five Mizutsune Scale+, three Bubblefoam+, and two Piragill Fin+
  • Mizutsune Mail: Two Mizutsune Certificate S, two Mizutsune Claw+, five Mizutsune Fin+, and one Wyvern Gem
  • Mizutsune Coil: One Mizutsune Certificate S, five Mizutsune Purplefur+, three Mizutsune Claw+, and two Torrent Sac
  • Mizutsune Greaves: One Mizutsune Certificate S, four Mizutsune Scale+, four Bubblefoam+, and one Mizutsune Water Orb

Don’t forget your faithful companions! You can also craft the complete Alpha Mizutsune Palico set using one Mizutsune Claw+ for the Parasol, one Mizutsune Scale+ for the suit, and one Mizutsune Purplefur+ for the Feline Mizutsune Kasa.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I unlock Mizutsune in Monster Hunter Wilds?

To unlock Mizutsune, complete the Spirit in the Moonlight mission after reaching Hunter Rank 21.

What is Tempered Mizutsune and how can I find it?

Tempered Mizutsune can be hunted after you achieve Hunter Rank 41. It is primarily found in the Ruins of Wyveria.

What are Mizutsune’s weaknesses?

Mizutsune is weak to Ice, Dragon, and Electric attacks.

How can I cure Waterblight and Bubbleblight?

Waterblight can be cured by rolling or using a Nulberry, while Bubbleblight requires a Cleanser.

What armor can I craft from Mizutsune?

You can craft both Alpha and Beta versions of the Mizutsune armor set as well as a Palico set using various Mizutsune materials.