Gypceros is a deadly bird wyvern in Monster Hunter Wilds that can be a serious challenge for any hunter. With its poisonous attacks and fake death, one must use a careful strategy and extensive preparation. In this guide, we'll explore its main attacks, weaknesses, and how to successfully hunt it.

Major Attacks of Gypceros

Gypceros spits a poisonous substance that can quickly poison hunters. If you're unprepared with antidotes, this can become a fatal problem.

Poisonous Splashes: It creates dangerous poison zones around itself. A random touch with these zones can result in significant health loss.

Among the most well-known attacks of Gypceros is its flashing lights, which blind hunters temporarily, making them open to further attacks.

Feign Death: Gypceros can fake death to bring hunters near, only to attack suddenly.

Head: Gypceros' biggest weak point. Attacking its head will reduce the frequency of its blinding flashes, making the fight much easier.

Elemental Weakness: Gypceros is weak to fire and ice attacks. Attacking with these  elements can significantly boost your damage.

Effective Strategies

Choose a sword with fire or ice elements to deal maximum damage to Gypceros.

Don't forget to carry antidotes or other stuff to heal poison. Gypceros has a lot of poison-based attacks, and ignoring them will cost you your life.

One of the most effective methods is to aim for Gypceros' head. This can effectively reduce the effectiveness of its blinding attacks.

Do not come too close when Gypceros is pretending to be dead. Its sudden attack may catch you off guard.

Recommended Armor and Equipment

Fire or Ice Armor, these attributes will empower your attack and enable you to kill the monster faster.

Bring antidotes and other anti-poison medication to minimize the risk of Gypceros' poison attacks.

If your weapon does not have fire or ice properties, utilize modifications to include these elemental effects.

Team Coordination

Assign roles to group members. A hunter can distract Gypceros while others hit its weak points.

Share antidotes and healing supplies with other squad members to ensure overall fighting effectiveness throughout the battle.

Rewards for Hunting Gypceros Hunting Gypceros 

Gypceros Pearl Scale: A key ingredient in the production of poison-element weapons and armor.

Novacrystals: Uncommon items that can be acquired by shattering Gypceros' crest or as rewards for completing some challenging hunts.

Bird Wyvern Pearl: A valuable material used to forge powerful weapons and armor. It is received from Gypceros at a 3-5% chance on kill, capture, or carve.

Additional Tips 

If possible, wear armor or charms that have resistance to blinding attacks. This will enable you to maintain control during the fight.

Aim for Gypceros' head and wings. Breaking these parts will grant you additional materials upon the hunt completion and reduce the threat considerably. 

Gypceros' attacks can deplete your stamina very fast, particularly if you are poisoned. Keep stamina levels up with the right items.  

The fight against Gypceros in Monster Hunter Wilds is a genuine test of perseverance and strategic planning. Proper equipment, taking advantage of the monster's vulnerabilities, and being cautious of its attacks can guarantee your success. Get ready, and good fortune will definitely be with you.