Insect Glaive
A new polearm weapon introduced in Monster Hunter 4, paired with a Kinsect companion.
The Insect Glaive is a weapon type introduced in Monster Hunter 4. It is a polearm that, according to the source, is one of two new weapons added in the game, alongside the Charge Blade. The weapon's defining feature is its reliance on a Kinsect, a small insect companion that the hunter sends out during combat.
Lore & Background
No details about its origin, cultural significance, or legendary users are mentioned.
Reader's Guide
Monster Hunter 4 allows the player to use any of the fourteen basic weapon types, each having unique battle approaches that the player must master. The Insect Glaive is one of these fourteen types. The game emphasizes three-dimensional movement, with walls that can be climbed fluidly and height advantages used to jump on and attack or mount creatures.
Did You Know?
- Monster Hunter 4 is the fourth game in the Monster Hunter series and the second to be released on the Nintendo 3DS.
- The game's director, Kaname Fujioka, stated that Monster Hunter 4 has a larger focus on adventure and story progression than previous Monster Hunter titles.
- Monster Hunter 4 is the first Monster Hunter game on a handheld to feature fully integrated online multiplayer.
- The online servers for all 3DS and Wii U software were disconnected on April 8th, 2024, ending online cooperative play.
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