Waking The Beast: Who Dares Disturb The Monster?

In Monster Hunter World, it is generally advised not to wake up a sleeping monster immediately. This is because the first hit performed on a sleeping monster has a damage multiplier, which can drastically shorten hunt time, break parts, or stun a dangerous monster. Players are advised to place large or mega barrel bombs at the monster's head, get in position, and prepare for the attack. The member of the party with the strongest weapon should then unleash their most powerful attack. However, some players have noted that new players often wake up the monster prematurely, missing out on this strategic opportunity.

The first hit on a sleeping monster has a damage multiplier

When a monster falls asleep, it presents a huge opportunity for players to deal massive damage. However, many new players are unaware of this and end up pokeing the monster and waking it up, which is a missed opportunity. The first hit on a sleeping monster has a damage multiplier, so it is important to maximize this opportunity. Here are some steps to follow:

• Place large or mega barrel bombs near the monster's head. Ensure that all party members have placed their bombs before proceeding. Bombs deal a significant amount of fixed damage, and placing them near the head can prevent them from being detonated prematurely by other attacks.
• Get into position and prepare for the attack. Top off your health, sharpen your weapon, and apply any beneficial buffs to increase your damage output.
• The party member with the strongest weapon should unleash their most powerful single-hit attack on the monster's head. Examples include a greatsword's fully charged slash, a fully charged hammer attack, a gunlance's wyvernfire, or a bowgun's wyvern shot. Remember, only the first hit is multiplied, so this attack should have a high amount of damage in a single blow. Combo moves are not as effective in this situation.

By following these steps, players can take advantage of the damage multiplier and deal significant damage to the sleeping monster. This strategy can drastically shorten hunt times, break parts, or stun dangerous monsters. It is important to recognize when a monster is about to fall asleep, as indicated by it slowing down, stopping its attacks, and eventually falling to the ground with bubbles coming out of its nose. Once these cues are observed, players should stop attacking immediately and prepare for the coordinated opening attack.

A coordinated attack on a sleeping monster can shorten hunt time

When a monster falls asleep, it presents hunters with a huge opportunity to deal massive damage. However, this opportunity is often missed by new players who rush to attack the monster and wake it up prematurely. This is a mistake as the first hit performed on a sleeping monster has a damage multiplier.

A coordinated attack on a sleeping monster can be a very effective hunting strategy. By placing large or mega barrel bombs at the monster's head, hunters can deal significant damage. Each bomb can deal 180 damage, and if every member of a four-person group has one, the total damage output is 1440. On top of that, certain weapons can deal additional damage, such as a light bowgun's wyvern fire (which adds 120 per mine) or a heavy bowgun's wyvern shot (which deals an additional 180 damage).

Before attacking, hunters should ensure they are fully prepared. This includes topping off their health, sharpening their weapons, and applying any beneficial buffs. Once ready, the hunter with the strongest weapon should unleash their most powerful attack on the monster's head. Examples include a greatsword's fully charged slash, a fully charged hammer attack, a gunlance's wyvernfire, or a bowgun's wyvern shot. It is important to remember that only the first hit is multiplied, so this attack should be one with high single-hit damage rather than a combo move.

By coordinating their attacks and taking advantage of the damage multiplier, hunters can drastically shorten hunt times, break monster parts, or even stun dangerous monsters. However, it is crucial to recognize when a monster is about to fall asleep and stop attacking immediately, as the next damage source will wake it up. Monsters afflicted with the sleep ailment will slow down, stop attacking, and eventually fall to the ground with bubbles coming out of their noses.

Monsters heal when asleep, waking up at ~50% HP

In Monster Hunter: World, monsters heal when they return to their nest to sleep. The rate at which they heal depends on the monster and the quest difficulty, with estimates ranging from 1-3 HP per second to 50-60 HP per second for Master Rank normal monsters. Elder Dragons at high rank can heal up to 70 HP per second or more. Monsters do not fully heal while sleeping and will wake up once they reach a certain threshold, typically around 50% HP.

When a monster falls asleep, it presents a strategic opportunity for hunters to deal significant damage. The first hit performed on a sleeping monster has a damage multiplier, making it an ideal time to place large or mega barrel bombs and coordinate a powerful attack. However, new players often make the mistake of rushing in and waking the monster up prematurely, missing out on the potential for massive damage.

To maximize the damage output, hunters should place bombs near the monster's head and wait for their party members to do the same. Once everyone is ready, the hunter with the strongest weapon should unleash their most powerful attack on the monster's head. This coordinated strategy can drastically shorten hunt times, break parts, or stun dangerous monsters.

It is important to recognize the cues that a monster is about to fall asleep. A sleeping monster will slow down, stop attacking, and eventually fall to the ground with bubbles coming out of its nose. Hunters should stop attacking immediately at this point, as the next damage source will wake the monster up.

By properly utilizing the sleep status of monsters and coordinating their attacks, hunters can take advantage of the damage multiplier and make significant progress in their hunts. However, proper communication and coordination are key to success, as premature awakening of the monster can ruin carefully laid plans.

Monsters show cues when falling asleep, like slowing down and stopping attacks

Monsters in Monster Hunter World (MHW) show various cues when they are about to fall asleep, such as slowing down, stopping attacks, and falling to the ground. In the case of Kulve Taroth, the music stops, the lighting changes, and it shuffles back and forth before flopping over onto its side. Palumo, on the other hand, simply shimmies and curls up. Some monsters, like Kirin, fall asleep quickly, while others, like Kulve, have a longer sleep animation.

Recognizing these cues is crucial for players as it allows them to prepare for a coordinated attack, which can significantly increase damage output and stun dangerous monsters. However, many new players are often unaware of these cues and end up waking the monster prematurely, missing out on the benefits of a coordinated attack strategy.

To maximize the damage dealt to a sleeping monster, players should place large or mega barrel bombs near its head and wait for their teammates to do the same. Once everyone is ready, the player with the strongest weapon should unleash their most powerful attack on the monster's head. This first hit has a damage multiplier, so it should be a single high-damage attack rather than a combo move.

It is important to note that some monsters, like Safi'jiiva, may be resistant or immune to sleep effects. Additionally, players can cure their character's sleep status by using an Energy Drink before the effect takes hold.

Players should place bombs and get in position before waking a sleeping monster

When a monster falls asleep, it is important for players to place bombs and get in position before waking it up. This is because the first hit performed on a sleeping monster has a damage multiplier, and placing bombs can result in a high amount of damage in a single hit.

To effectively wake up a sleeping monster, players should follow these steps:

• Place large or mega barrel bombs near the monster's head. Players should wait for the rest of their party to place their bombs as well. This step is crucial as it sets up the high damage output that will be inflicted on the monster when it wakes up.
• Get in position and prepare for the attack. Players should top off their health, sharpen their weapons, and apply any beneficial buffs to ensure they are ready for the upcoming fight.
• The player with the strongest weapon should be designated to unleash their most powerful attack on the monster's head. This could be a greatsword's fully charged slash, a fully charged hammer attack, a gunlance's wyvernfire, or a bowgun's wyvern shot.

By following these steps, players can maximize the damage inflicted on the monster during the first hit, taking advantage of the damage multiplier. This strategy, known as "sleep bombing," can drastically shorten hunt time, break parts, or even stun a dangerous monster. It is important to coordinate with teammates and recognize when a monster is about to fall asleep to effectively execute this strategy.

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