Switch Axe
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Minor skill
Forward Slash
Thrusts the axe's blade forward while stepping. Doesn't do a lot of damage, but is versatile.
Forward Overhead Slash
A lunging attack performed by winding up the axe and smashing it down. Difficult to pull off but delivers good damage. A subsequent Sword Mode attack will turn into a Double Slash.
Major skill
Finishing Discharge
A finishing blow for the Element Discharge attack. Performs a thrust attack while fortifying elemental energy, ending with a massive explosion. If the Activation Gauge is full and the target is a large monster, the action becomes a point-blank Element Discharge.
Compressed Discharge
A finishing blow for the Element Discharge. Puts you into a knockdown-resistant stance and delivers a swift strike accompanied by an elemental explosion. The Activation Gauge has no effect on this action.
ZL + X
Invincible Gambit
A technique using a Wirebug to surge forward and dish out three strikes. You will be impervious to knockdowns until the strikes are completed, making this attack useful in a slugfest or pinch. (Wirebug Gauge recovery speed: Medium)
Soaring Wyvern Blade
Uses a Wirebug to fly up while slashing, ending with a Forward Slash from midair. If the Forward Slash is successful, the weapon's Activation Gauge fills up, a large explosion goes off where it connected. (Wirebug Gauge recovery speed: Medium)
ZL + A
Switch Charger
Uses a Wirebug to launch you forward while quickly regenerating your Switch Gauge. In addition, the Switch Gauge won't decrease for a short period of time.