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List of All Long Swords
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This is a list of all Long Swords in Monster Hunter Stories 3. Learn about its playstyle, strengths, weaknesses, and how to use this Slash weapon to maintain steady damage through its Spirit Gauge system.
List of Contents
List of All Long Swords
| Search | |
| Weapon | Element | Max Deco | Skills | How To Unlock |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iron Katana |
 Non-Elemental
|
2 |
・ Iai Mastery (S)
Iai Mastery (S) Slight chance to negate Spirit Gauge reduction during Special Sheathe. |
・Available as a starting weapon in the early story |
| Bone Katana "Wolf" |
Non-Elemental
|
1 |
・ Spirit Blade (STR)
Spirit Blade (STR) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then increases Spirit Gauge by 1 level. ・ Counter Boost (S)
Counter Boost (S) Slightly reduces damage taken during Special Sheathe, and slightly increases damage dealt by follow-up attacks. ・ Spirit Release Slash (TLNT)
Spirit Release Slash (TLNT) Consumes all Spirit Gauge and grants Critical Eye to the user, and counters one enemy attack with the weapon element. Removes Special Sheathe on countering or at the end of the turn. ・ Spirit Roundslash (BRK)
Spirit Roundslash (BRK) Deals damage to all enemies with the weapon element, then increases Spirit Gauge by 1 level. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Frilled Slash |
Non-Elemental
|
1 |
・ Spirit Blade (BLNT)
Spirit Blade (BLNT) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then increases Spirit Gauge by 1 level. ・ Retaliation Stance (BLNT)
Retaliation Stance (BLNT) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes the Retaliation stance, which launches counterattacks after enemies attack. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Counter Boost (M)
Counter Boost (M) Moderately reduces damage taken during Special Sheathe, and increases damage dealt by follow-up attacks. ・ Spirit Release Slash (CRSH)
Spirit Release Slash (CRSH) Consumes all Spirit Gauge and grants Critical Eye to the user, and counters one enemy attack with the weapon element. Removes Special Sheathe on countering or at the end of the turn. ・ Sakura Spiritblade (CRSH)
Sakura Spiritblade (CRSH) Consumes all Spirit Gauge to deal damage relative to the charge level to all enemies with the weapon element. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Blood Cry |
Non-Elemental
|
2 |
・ Counter Boost (S)
Counter Boost (S) Slightly reduces damage taken during Special Sheathe, and slightly increases damage dealt by follow-up attacks. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Wind Thief Scimitar |
Non-Elemental
|
2 |
・ Spirit Blade (STAB)
Spirit Blade (STAB) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes the Lunge stance, which launches follow-up attacks after allies attack.Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Long Sword Mastery (S)
Long Sword Mastery (S) Slight chance to increase Spirit Gauge by 1 extra level when filling it. ・ Lunge Stance (STAB)
Lunge Stance (STAB) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes Lunge Stance, which launches follow-up attacks after allies attack. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Wyvern Blade "Verde" |
 Fire
|
1 |
・ Lunge Stance
Lunge Stance Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes the Lunge stance, which launches follow-up attacks after allies attack. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Unsheathing Strike
Unsheathing Strike Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then removes Special Sheathe. ・ Spirit Release Slash
Spirit Release Slash Consumes all Spirit Gauge and grants Critical Eye to the user, and counters one enemy attack with the weapon element. Removes Special Sheathe on countering or at the end of the turn. ・ Spirit Blade
Spirit Blade Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then increases Spirit Gauge by 1 level. ・ Long Sword Mastery (S)
Long Sword Mastery (S) Slight chance to increase Spirit Gauge by 1 extra level when filling it. ・ Sakura Spiritblade
Sakura Spiritblade Consumes all Spirit Gauge to deal damage relative to the charge level to all enemies with the weapon element. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Aknosom Sabre |
Fire
|
2 |
・ Spirit Roundslash (SKL)
Spirit Roundslash (SKL) Deals damage to all enemies with the weapon element, then increases Spirit Gauge by 1 level. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Plesioth Splasher |
 Water
|
2 |
・ Lunge Stance (SKL)
Lunge Stance (SKL) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes Lunge Stance, which launches follow-up attacks after allies attack. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Sakura Spiritblade (ATK)
Sakura Spiritblade (ATK) Consumes all Spirit Gauge to deal damage relative to the charge level to all enemies with the weapon element. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Spirit Release Slash (ATK)
Spirit Release Slash (ATK) Consumes all Spirit Gauge and grants Critical Eye to the user, and counters one enemy attack with the weapon element. Removes Special Sheathe on countering or at the end of the turn. ・ Iai Mastery (M)
Iai Mastery (M) Fair chance to negate Spirit Gauge reduction during Special Sheate. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Khanga Edge |
Non-Elemental
|
0 |
・ Spirit Blade (STAB)
Spirit Blade (STAB) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes the Lunge stance, which launches follow-up attacks after allies attack.Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Lunge Stance (STAB)
Lunge Stance (STAB) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes Lunge Stance, which launches follow-up attacks after allies attack. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Sakura Spiritblade (FLSH)
Sakura Spiritblade (FLSH) Consumes all Spirit Gauge to deal damage relative to the charge level to all enemies with the weapon element. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Long Sword Mastery (L)
Long Sword Mastery (L) High chance to increase Spirit Gauge by 1 extra level when filling it. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Drowning Shaft |
Water
|
2 |
・ Retaliation Stance (BLNT)
Retaliation Stance (BLNT) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes the Retaliation stance, which launches counterattacks after enemies attack. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Spirit Release Slash (CRSH)
Spirit Release Slash (CRSH) Consumes all Spirit Gauge and grants Critical Eye to the user, and counters one enemy attack with the weapon element. Removes Special Sheathe on countering or at the end of the turn. ・ Sakura Spiritblade (CRSH)
Sakura Spiritblade (CRSH) Consumes all Spirit Gauge to deal damage relative to the charge level to all enemies with the weapon element. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Counter Boost (S)
Counter Boost (S) Slightly reduces damage taken during Special Sheathe, and slightly increases damage dealt by follow-up attacks. ・ Spirit Roundslash (BLNT)
Spirit Roundslash (BLNT) Deals damage to all enemies with the weapon element, then increases Spirit Gauge by 1 level. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Spark Slicer |
 Thunder
|
1 |
・ Spirit Blade (STAB)
Spirit Blade (STAB) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes the Lunge stance, which launches follow-up attacks after allies attack.Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Long Sword Mastery (S)
Long Sword Mastery (S) Slight chance to increase Spirit Gauge by 1 extra level when filling it. ・ Lunge Stance (STAB)
Lunge Stance (STAB) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes Lunge Stance, which launches follow-up attacks after allies attack. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Dios Katana |
Fire
|
1 |
・ Spirit Release Slash (CRSH)
Spirit Release Slash (CRSH) Consumes all Spirit Gauge and grants Critical Eye to the user, and counters one enemy attack with the weapon element. Removes Special Sheathe on countering or at the end of the turn. ・ Iai Mastery (M)
Iai Mastery (M) Fair chance to negate Spirit Gauge reduction during Special Sheate. ・ Spirithelm Breaker (CRSH)
Spirithelm Breaker (CRSH) Consumes all Spirit Gauge to deal damage relative to the charge level to one enemy with the weapon element, inflicting heavy damage to the monster part. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Lunge Stance (BLNT)
Lunge Stance (BLNT) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes Lunge Stance, which launches follow-up attacks after allies attack. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Spirit Reckoning (BLNT)
Spirit Reckoning (BLNT) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then increases Spirit Gauge by 1 level. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Shogun Cutter |
Water
|
2 |
・ Long Sword Mastery (M)
Long Sword Mastery (M) Fair chance to increase Spirit Gauge by 1 extra level when filling it. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Almudron Blade |
Water
|
3 |
・ Long Sword Mastery (M)
Long Sword Mastery (M) Fair chance to increase Spirit Gauge by 1 extra level when filling it. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Cawscythe |
 Dragon
|
3 |
・ Long Sword Mastery (M)
Long Sword Mastery (M) Fair chance to increase Spirit Gauge by 1 extra level when filling it. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Arzuros Naginata |
Non-Elemental
|
1 |
・ Spirit Blade (BLNT)
Spirit Blade (BLNT) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then increases Spirit Gauge by 1 level. ・ Iai Mastery (S)
Iai Mastery (S) Slight chance to negate Spirit Gauge reduction during Special Sheathe. ・ Spirithelm Breaker (CRSH)
Spirithelm Breaker (CRSH) Consumes all Spirit Gauge to deal damage relative to the charge level to one enemy with the weapon element, inflicting heavy damage to the monster part. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Blango Decimator |
 Ice
|
1 |
・ Spirit Blade (BLNT)
Spirit Blade (BLNT) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then increases Spirit Gauge by 1 level. ・ Spirit Release Slash (CRSH)
Spirit Release Slash (CRSH) Consumes all Spirit Gauge and grants Critical Eye to the user, and counters one enemy attack with the weapon element. Removes Special Sheathe on countering or at the end of the turn. ・ Spirithelm Breaker (CRSH)
Spirithelm Breaker (CRSH) Consumes all Spirit Gauge to deal damage relative to the charge level to one enemy with the weapon element, inflicting heavy damage to the monster part. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Lunge Stance (BLNT)
Lunge Stance (BLNT) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes Lunge Stance, which launches follow-up attacks after allies attack. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Long Sword Mastery (M)
Long Sword Mastery (M) Fair chance to increase Spirit Gauge by 1 extra level when filling it. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Veldian Ensis |
Dragon
|
3 |
・ Lunge Stance (SKL)
Lunge Stance (SKL) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes Lunge Stance, which launches follow-up attacks after allies attack. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Sakura Spiritblade (ATK)
Sakura Spiritblade (ATK) Consumes all Spirit Gauge to deal damage relative to the charge level to all enemies with the weapon element. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Long Sword Mastery (L)
Long Sword Mastery (L) High chance to increase Spirit Gauge by 1 extra level when filling it. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Sinister Long Sword |
Non-Elemental
|
3 |
・ Counter Boost (L)
Counter Boost (L) Greatly reduces damage taken during Special Sheathe, and slightly increases damage dealt by follow-up attacks. ・ Retaliation Stance (SKL)
Retaliation Stance (SKL) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes the Retaliation stance, which launches counterattacks after enemies attack. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Reaver "Cruelty" |
Dragon
|
1 |
・ Spirit Blade (BLNT)
Spirit Blade (BLNT) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then increases Spirit Gauge by 1 level. ・ Spirit Release Slash (CRSH)
Spirit Release Slash (CRSH) Consumes all Spirit Gauge and grants Critical Eye to the user, and counters one enemy attack with the weapon element. Removes Special Sheathe on countering or at the end of the turn. ・ Spirithelm Breaker (CRSH)
Spirithelm Breaker (CRSH) Consumes all Spirit Gauge to deal damage relative to the charge level to one enemy with the weapon element, inflicting heavy damage to the monster part. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Lunge Stance (BLNT)
Lunge Stance (BLNT) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes Lunge Stance, which launches follow-up attacks after allies attack. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Iai Mastery (L)
Iai Mastery (L) High chance to negate Spirit Gauge reduction during Special Sheathe. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Duke's Sinclair |
Dragon
|
2 |
・ Spirit Blade (STR)
Spirit Blade (STR) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then increases Spirit Gauge by 1 level. ・ Spirithelm Breaker (ATK)
Spirithelm Breaker (ATK) Consumes all Spirit Gauge to deal damage relative to the charge level to one enemy with the weapon element, inflicting heavy damage to the monster part. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Cheese Knife |
Non-Elemental
|
3 |
・ Counter Boost (M)
Counter Boost (M) Moderately reduces damage taken during Special Sheathe, and increases damage dealt by follow-up attacks. ・ Spirit Release Slash (TLNT)
Spirit Release Slash (TLNT) Consumes all Spirit Gauge and grants Critical Eye to the user, and counters one enemy attack with the weapon element. Removes Special Sheathe on countering or at the end of the turn. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Rey Tonitrus |
Thunder
|
3 |
・ Spirit Roundslash (SKL)
Spirit Roundslash (SKL) Deals damage to all enemies with the weapon element, then increases Spirit Gauge by 1 level. ・ Lunge Stance (SKL)
Lunge Stance (SKL) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes Lunge Stance, which launches follow-up attacks after allies attack. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Iai Mastery (L)
Iai Mastery (L) High chance to negate Spirit Gauge reduction during Special Sheathe. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Glacial Shotel |
Ice
|
1 |
・ Long Sword Mastery (L)
Long Sword Mastery (L) High chance to increase Spirit Gauge by 1 extra level when filling it. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Azure Elder Long Sword |
Dragon
|
1 |
TBD
|
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Daito Crow |
Non-Elemental
|
1 |
・ Spirit Blade (STAB)
Spirit Blade (STAB) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes the Lunge stance, which launches follow-up attacks after allies attack.Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Long Sword Mastery (M)
Long Sword Mastery (M) Fair chance to increase Spirit Gauge by 1 extra level when filling it. ・ Retaliation Stance (STAB)
Retaliation Stance (STAB) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes the Retaliation stance, which launches counterattacks after enemies attack. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Spirithelm Breaker (FLSH)
Spirithelm Breaker (FLSH) Consumes all Spirit Gauge to deal damage relative to the charge level to one enemy with the weapon element, inflicting heavy damage to the monster part. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Wailing Ghost |
Thunder
|
2 |
・ Iai Mastery (M)
Iai Mastery (M) Fair chance to negate Spirit Gauge reduction during Special Sheate. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Hydra Tornaria |
Water
|
0 |
・ Spirit Blade (STAB)
Spirit Blade (STAB) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes the Lunge stance, which launches follow-up attacks after allies attack.Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Retaliation Stance (STAB)
Retaliation Stance (STAB) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes the Retaliation stance, which launches counterattacks after enemies attack. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Counter Boost (L)
Counter Boost (L) Greatly reduces damage taken during Special Sheathe, and slightly increases damage dealt by follow-up attacks. ・ Spirithelm Breaker (FLSH)
Spirithelm Breaker (FLSH) Consumes all Spirit Gauge to deal damage relative to the charge level to one enemy with the weapon element, inflicting heavy damage to the monster part. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. |
・Recipe unlocked after progressing through the story |
| Usurper's Boltslicer |
Thunder
|
1 |
・ Lunge Stance (SKL)
Lunge Stance (SKL) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes Lunge Stance, which launches follow-up attacks after allies attack. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Spirithelm Breaker (ATK)
Spirithelm Breaker (ATK) Consumes all Spirit Gauge to deal damage relative to the charge level to one enemy with the weapon element, inflicting heavy damage to the monster part. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Long Sword Mastery (L)
Long Sword Mastery (L) High chance to increase Spirit Gauge by 1 extra level when filling it. ・ Spirit Reckoning (STR)
Spirit Reckoning (STR) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then increases Spirit Gauge by 1 level. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Hidden Saber |
Non-Elemental
|
2 |
・ Lunge Stance (SKL)
Lunge Stance (SKL) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes Lunge Stance, which launches follow-up attacks after allies attack. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Iai Mastery (M)
Iai Mastery (M) Fair chance to negate Spirit Gauge reduction during Special Sheate. ・ Spirit Reckoning (FLSH)
Spirit Reckoning (FLSH) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then increases Spirit Gauge by 1 level. ・ Spirithelm Breaker (FLSH)
Spirithelm Breaker (FLSH) Consumes all Spirit Gauge to deal damage relative to the charge level to one enemy with the weapon element, inflicting heavy damage to the monster part. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Icebrink |
Ice
|
2 |
・ Spirit Blade (STR)
Spirit Blade (STR) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then increases Spirit Gauge by 1 level. ・ Lunge Stance (SKL)
Lunge Stance (SKL) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes Lunge Stance, which launches follow-up attacks after allies attack. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Iai Mastery (L)
Iai Mastery (L) High chance to negate Spirit Gauge reduction during Special Sheathe. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Wyvern Blade "Maple" |
Fire
|
1 |
・ Long Sword Mastery (L)
Long Sword Mastery (L) High chance to increase Spirit Gauge by 1 extra level when filling it. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Wyvern Blade "Beryl" |
Thunder
|
1 |
・ Counter Boost (M)
Counter Boost (M) Moderately reduces damage taken during Special Sheathe, and increases damage dealt by follow-up attacks. ・ Sakura Spiritblade (ATK)
Sakura Spiritblade (ATK) Consumes all Spirit Gauge to deal damage relative to the charge level to all enemies with the weapon element. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Retaliation Stance (STAB)
Retaliation Stance (STAB) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes the Retaliation stance, which launches counterattacks after enemies attack. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Spirit Reckoning (FLSH)
Spirit Reckoning (FLSH) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then increases Spirit Gauge by 1 level. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
| Kakaru Kumo "Naki" |
Water
|
2 |
・ Unsheathing Strike
Unsheathing Strike Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then removes Special Sheathe. ・ Spirit Release Slash
Spirit Release Slash Consumes all Spirit Gauge and grants Critical Eye to the user, and counters one enemy attack with the weapon element. Removes Special Sheathe on countering or at the end of the turn. ・ Spirit Blade (STAB)
Spirit Blade (STAB) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes the Lunge stance, which launches follow-up attacks after allies attack.Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Long Sword Mastery (M)
Long Sword Mastery (M) Fair chance to increase Spirit Gauge by 1 extra level when filling it. ・ Retaliation Stance (STAB)
Retaliation Stance (STAB) Deals damage to one enemy with the weapon element, then assumes the Retaliation stance, which launches counterattacks after enemies attack. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. ・ Spirithelm Breaker (FLSH)
Spirithelm Breaker (FLSH) Consumes all Spirit Gauge to deal damage relative to the charge level to one enemy with the weapon element, inflicting heavy damage to the monster part. Requires Spirit Gauge level 1 or higher. |
・Can be crafted at the Smithy using monster materials |
❖ Select a weapon to see more details.
Long Sword Mechanics Explained
Slash Weapon That Uses the Spirit Gauge for Stance-Based Attacks
The Long Sword is a Slash-type weapon that focuses on sustained offense through its Spirit Gauge system. This gauge increases when Riders win Head-to-Head encounters or use certain skills.
As the Spirit Gauge fills, the Long Sword gains increased attack power and critical rate, allowing Riders to deal stronger attacks.
Once the gauge reaches a certain level, the weapon unlocks Stance Skills, which transition the Long Sword into the Special Sheathe state. While in this state, Riders can perform enhanced attacks and powerful follow-up moves that consume the Spirit Gauge.
Long Sword Strengths
| Long Sword Strengths |
|---|
|
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Strong Sustained Damage
The Long Sword specializes in consistent damage output rather than large single hits. By continuously attacking and filling the Spirit Gauge, Riders can maintain steady offensive pressure throughout the fight.
This makes the weapon effective during longer battles where maintaining damage over time is important.
Special Sheathe Enhances Follow-Up Attacks
The Special Sheathe mechanic improves the Long Sword’s normal attacks and unlocks additional follow-up attacks depending on the Stance skill used.
The number of turns the Special Sheathe effect remains active is determined by the Spirit Gauge color, allowing Riders to maintain enhanced attacks while their gauge is active.
Special Sheathe also enables the use of Spirit Release Slash, giving the Long Sword another powerful offensive option during battle.
Flexible Combat Options
Because the Spirit Gauge unlocks additional attacks, the Long Sword provides more variety in combat strategies compared to some other weapons.
Players can adapt their approach depending on the monster’s behavior, switching between building gauge and executing stronger skills.
Effective Slash Damage
As a Slash weapon, the Long Sword performs well when targeting monster parts that are vulnerable to cutting attacks.
This allows Riders to damage tails and other Slash-weak parts, helping with part breaks and improving material rewards after battle.
Long Sword Weaknesses
| Long Sword Weaknesses |
|---|
|
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Requires Spirit Gauge Setup
Many of the Long Sword’s strongest abilities rely on having Spirit Gauge segments filled.
Without building the gauge first, the weapon loses access to some of its strongest stance-based skills, which can reduce its overall effectiveness.
Lower Burst Damage Than Great Sword
While the Long Sword deals steady damage over time, it generally cannot match the high burst damage of weapons like the Great Sword.
Because of this, it is better suited for maintaining consistent pressure rather than delivering extremely powerful single attacks.
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