Mastering the art of mounting in *Monster Hunter Rise* is crucial for victory. Mounting a monster allows you to control the battle, forcing it into traps, initiating fights with other monsters, and setting up powerful attacks from your allies. This guide will show you how to successfully mount these beasts.

While powerful weapons and gear are essential, controlling the fight is paramount. Mounting offers a significant advantage, regardless of your hunting style or objectives, whether it's defeating or capturing the monster.

Success in mounting depends on several factors: precise timing, consistent damage, the monster's mount resistance, and the weapon you wield. Let's explore the various methods:

Using High Cliffs or Ledges

This straightforward method utilizes the environment. If the hunt takes place in an area with cliffs higher than the monster, you can use them to your advantage. Quickly climb to a vantage point, ideally before the monster notices. As it approaches, time your leap onto its back. Remember to use your knife and weapon attacks while mounted to maintain control.

Seikret Dismount Attack

This tactic is particularly effective for ranged weapon users, such as Bow users. While riding your Palamute (Seikret), position yourself near the monster. As you dismount, perform an aerial slash attack towards the monster; this can create an opportunity to mount it immediately afterward.

Aerial Weapon Attacks

Melee weapon users, especially Insect Glaive users, will find this method most natural. Since continuous aerial attacks are key to mounting, this strategy seamlessly integrates into your existing combat flow.

This concludes our guide on mounting in *Monster Hunter Rise*. For more helpful tips and tricks, check out our guide on unlocking high rank. *Monster Hunter Rise* is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.