Monster Hunter: World’s long sword is a close-range melee ... four times for two vertical slashes, followed by a thrust and a slash. You can repeat this sequence indefinitely.

Take advantage of Spirit Helm Breaker for some welcome verticality, and follow it up with the Spirit Release Slash to knock your foe off-balance. The Long Sword isn't able to guard against monster ...

For instance, if they are in a vertical line ... Ghirahim will warp in close to you with his sword raised. When he does this, horizontally slash at him.

So, if they're guarding with a vertical sword (up and down), you also need ... but there are some unique differences. Attack: Slash the Joy-Con as if it were a sword. The direction of your attacks ...