How to use Charge Blade Weapons in Monster Hunter Rise
The Charge Blade is one of the fourteen weapon types the player can pick when hunting Monsters in Monster Hunter Rise. The weapon type benefits from its two weapons modes namely Sword and Shield mode and Axe mode compared to other weapon types. The Sword and Shield mode is a balance between mobility, defense, and attack while Axe mode have power and long reach.
For a list of weapon upgrades and weapon tree, read our Charge Blade Weapon List:
For a list of recommended weapon skills, read our Charge Blade Skill Guide:
Charge Blade Controls and Combos
Here is a breakdown of Basic Controls and Combos for the Charge Blade Hunter:
Charge Blade Basic Attack Controls
Sword Mode
Input | Command |
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X | Sword Weak Slash |
X + A | Sword Forward Slash |
LS + A | Sword Fade Flash |
ZR + X | Sword Morph Slash |
ZR + A | Charge |
ZR | Guard |
Axe Mode
Input | Command |
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X | Axe Rising Slash |
A | Axe Elemental Discharge |
X + A | Axe Amped Element Discharge |
ZR | Axe Morph Slash |
Charge Blade Silkbind Attack Controls
Input | Command |
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ZL + X | Morphing Advance |
ZL + A | Counter Peak Performance |
Charge Blade Weapon Combos
Input | Command |
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X + A, X, X | Sword Basic Combo |
A, X + A, X + A, ZR | Elemental Roundslash Combo |
A (Hold), ZR + A, X | Sword Mode-Boost Combo |
LS + X, A, A | Axe Combo leading to Amped Element Discharge |
X, A, X, A | Axe Combo after Element Discharge |
Charge Blade Silkbind Attacks
Here are the details for the new Silkbind Attacks of Charge Blade Hunters:
Silkbind Attack | Silkbind Attack Description |
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Wielding the Charge Blade gives access to Morphing Advance a Silkbind Attack that makes use of the Wirebug. The attack propels the hunter and turns the weapon into an axe. While the attack is in effect, the hunter gains super armor and can follow up with attacks. |
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Another attack is Counter Peak Performance. Raise the shield to block incoming attacks. Deflecting the attack fully recharges your phials. |
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Can be switched out with Counter Peak Performance. Slam the axe overhead, using recoil and Ironsilk to propel you up into the air. While going upwards, you can unleash a powerful Element Discharge. |
Charge Blade Best Weapons
Here is a list of Best Weapons for the Charge Blade Hunter:
Weapon | Attack Power | Element Damage | Affinity | Materials | Suitability |
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Hyperguard II | 100 | None | 0% |
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Regas Hyper | 120 | None | 0% |
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Elite Blade II | 170 | None | 0% |
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Diablos Strongarm II | 230 | None | -30% |
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Charge Blade Highlights
Here are highlights for the Charge Blade Hunter:
← Switch Axe Weapon Guide | Insect Glaive Weapon Guide → |
Other Weapon Guides

Great Sword Hunter Guides
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Great Sword Weapon Guide |
Great Sword Weapon Skills | |
Great Sword Weapon List |
Long Sword Hunter Guides
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Long Sword Weapon Guide |
Long Sword Weapon Skills | |
Long Sword Weapon List |
Sword and Shield Hunter Guides
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Sword and Shield Weapon Guide |
Sword and Shield Weapon Skills | |
Sword and Shield Weapon List |
Dual Blades Hunter Guides
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Dual Blades Weapon Guide |
Dual Blades Weapon Skills | |
Dual Blades Weapon List |
Lance Hunter Guides
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Lance Weapon Guide |
Lance Weapon Skills | |
Lance Weapon List |
Gunlance Hunter Guides
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Gunlance Weapon Guide |
Gunlance Weapon Skills | |
Gunlance Weapon List |
Hammer Hunter Guides
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Hammer Weapon Guide |
Hammer Weapon Skills | |
Hammer Weapon List |
Hunting Horn Hunter Guides
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Hunting Horn Weapon Guide |
Hunting Horn Weapon Skills | |
Hunting Horn Weapon List |
Switch Axe Hunter Guides
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Switch Axe Weapon Guide |
Switch Axe Weapon Skills | |
Switch Axe Weapon List |
Charge Blade Hunter Guides
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Charge Blade Weapon Guide |
Charge Blade Weapon Skills | |
Charge Blade Weapon List |
Insect Glaive Hunter Guides
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Insect Glaive Weapon Guide |
Insect Glaive Weapon Skills | |
Insect Glaive Weapon List |
Light Bowgun Hunter Guides
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Light Bowgun Weapon Guide |
Light Bowgun Weapon Skills | |
Light Bowgun Weapon List |
Heavy Bowgun Hunter Guides
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Heavy Bowgun Weapon Guide |
Heavy Bowgun Weapon Skills | |
Heavy Bowgun Weapon List |
Bow Hunter Guides
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Bow Weapon Guide |
Bow Weapon Skills | |
Bow Weapon List |
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