Hammer

Learn how to use the Hammer in Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate! Discover its pros and cons, essential combos, charge attacks, and recommended skills to dominate monsters.

Alright, let's talk about the Hammer in Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate. This weapon is all about raw power and stunning monsters. You're basically going to be smashing the monster's head in until it can't stand up anymore, then doing it again. It's pretty straightforward, but don't let that fool you – there's a lot of skill involved in landing those big hits!

The Hammer's signature move is its charge attack. The best part? You can actually move around while charging it, unlike some other heavy weapons. This gives you a lot of flexibility to reposition and find the perfect opening. Just keep an eye on your stamina, though!

Pros:

• Super simple to pick up and play.
• You can move around a decent amount even when your weapon is out.
• The charge attack lets you move, making it easier to set up big hits.
• Hits like a truck!

Cons:

• Attacks can feel a bit slow.
• Its range is pretty limited, so hitting high heads can be a pain.

Controls and Combos:

Here's a quick rundown of the basic controls:

• Ground Smash: Press X, and you can combo it up to three times. This is your bread-and-butter for quick hits.
• Side Smash: Press A. Honestly, just forget this one exists. It doesn't combo into anything useful and it's pretty weak.
• Charge Attack Lv. 1: Rising Smash: Hold R. You can move around while charging this.
• Charge Attack Lv. 2: Upswing: Hold R.
• Charge Attack Lv. 3: Superpound or Golf Swing: Hold R until you see a white flash. If you're standing still, you'll do the Superpound (your most powerful move!). If you're moving, you'll do the Golf Swing, which is still strong and great for staying mobile.
• Roll forward: Press B. Essential for dodging and repositioning.

Usage Tips:

Your main goal is to land those Level 3 charges. Use the X-X-X combo for when you need to get some quick damage in. Seriously, avoid the A attack like the plague – it's just not worth it. Focus on mastering your X combo and that Level 3 charge.

Warning: Be super careful not to overcharge! If you miss the timing, your attack will be way weaker, and you'll be left wide open for a long time. It's better to land a solid Level 2 charge than to whiff a mistimed Level 3.

Recommended Skills:

Since the Hammer doesn't have a shield, you'll want to focus on staying alive. Skills like Evasion+1/+2 and Evade Distance Up are fantastic for helping you roll out of danger. To really make the most of the Hammer's stun potential, grab Knockout King – it makes getting KOs on monster heads much faster. If you find yourself struggling to charge up to Level 3, Focus is a must-have, as it speeds up your charge time. Marathon Runner is also great because it makes your stamina drain slower while charging. And if you really want to guarantee you can get a charged attack off without being interrupted by roars, consider picking up Earplugs.