Brute Tigrex

Learn how to effectively hunt the Brute Tigrex in Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate. This guide covers its weaknesses, attack patterns, and best strategies for victory.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Weak Points: Head, Hind Legs
• Elemental Weaknesses: Ice (3/5), Thunder (2/5)
• Status Weaknesses: Blast (3/5), Paralysis (2/5)
• Resistances: Fire, Water, Dragon
• Weak to: Ice, Thunder, Blast, Paralysis

Phases:

1. Phase 1: Standard Aggression
   The Brute Tigrex behaves much like a regular Tigrex but with increased speed and power. It uses its signature charges, tail swipes, and bites. Its roars are more frequent and have a larger area of effect.
2. Phase 2: Enraged Mode
   When enraged, the Brute Tigrex's attacks become even more ferocious. Its roars can stun hunters, and its charges can cover vast distances. It gains new attack patterns, including a powerful ground slam that creates shockwaves. This is when it's most dangerous, but also when it's most vulnerable to well-timed attacks.

Strategy:

• Positioning is Key: Always try to stay behind or to the sides of the Brute Tigrex, focusing your attacks on its hind legs. This makes it easier to dodge its frontal assaults and tail whips.
• Dodge the Charges: Its charges are incredibly fast and powerful. Learn the tells for its charge attacks and dodge perpendicular to its path. Don't try to outrun them.
• Punish Openings: After a big attack, like a charge or a ground slam, the Brute Tigrex will often pause for a moment. This is your prime opportunity to get in a few hits, especially on its hind legs or head if you're feeling brave.
• Beware the Roar: Its roars can stun you, leaving you open to follow-up attacks. If you have earplugs, use them. Otherwise, try to sheathe your weapon and dodge when you see it preparing to roar.
• Rage Management: When it enters its enraged state, be extra cautious. Its attacks are faster and hit harder. If you have null-berries, use them to help mitigate the effects of its rage-fueled attacks.
• Weapon Choice: Weapons that allow for quick attacks and dodges, like the Sword and Shield or Dual Blades, can be very effective. Heavy weapons like the Great Sword or Hammer can deal massive damage during openings, but require precise timing.
• Mounting: If you get a chance to mount the Brute Tigrex, do so! A successful mount can lead to significant damage and potentially a knockdown, giving you a large window to attack.