Defeating and Capturing Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds: A Guide

The Forbidden Lands in *Monster Hunter Wilds* are home to a variety of fearsome beasts, and among them, Uth Duna stands out as a formidable early-game challenge. To help you conquer this leviathan-type monster and claim its rewards, here's a comprehensive guide on how to beat and capture Uth Duna.

How to Unlock Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds

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Uth Duna first appears in the **Scarlet Forest** during the Chapter 1 mission questline. After defeating other notable monsters like Lala Barina and Congalala, you and your companion Alma will rendezvous with Olivia and Erik, who are investigating a nearby dam. As the weather shifts dramatically, Uth Duna emerges during **Mission 1-5: Beyond the Deluge**, and your mission becomes clear: defeat this beast before it causes further chaos.

How to Beat and Capture Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds

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Uth Duna, known for its hunt moniker **‘A Feast in the Deep’**, is the apex predator of the Scarlet Forest, making its battle more challenging than earlier encounters. It surfaces when the waters rise to dangerous levels, so preparation is key.

Before engaging Uth Duna, equip a **thunder-element weapon** if available (obtainable from Rey Dau in Mission 2-2). If not, opt for gear or a Talisman like **Water Charm I** to boost your water resistance. Don't forget to enjoy a hearty meal to keep your Health and Stamina high, and carry **Nulberries** to counter the **Waterblight** status ailment inflicted by Uth Duna.

Uth Duna Attacks and Weaknesses

When facing Uth Duna, pay attention to its iridescent fins, which act as a **‘Veil’** that temporarily enhances its defense at the cost of mobility. Damaging these fins will expose its weak points: **Head (breakable), Mouth, Tail (breakable), and both Forelegs (breakable)**. However, once the veil is down, Uth Duna becomes more aggressive, so agility is crucial in the waterlogged battlefield.

Uth Duna's primary attacks include:

• **Belly Slam** – Uth Duna rears up on its back legs and slams forward, exposing its belly.
• **Roar** – A roar that temporarily immobilizes you.
• **Body Coil** – It coils up and spins, lashing out with its tail.
• **Aerial Twirl** – A leaping twirl that covers a wide area upon landing.
• **Leg Swipe** – A close-range swipe with its clawed feet.

Remember, you can check Uth Duna's weaknesses in the Field Guide after your first encounter.

Should You Capture or Kill Uth Duna?

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As with previous *Monster Hunter* games, you have the option to either capture or kill Uth Duna. To capture, weaken the monster until it's "tired" or "exhausted," then use a **Shock Trap** or **Pitfall Trap** followed by a **Tranq Bomb** to complete the capture.

Both methods yield different rewards, though specific differences are yet to be confirmed. Here are the potential drops from Uth Duna:

Low Rank Item Drops

High Rank Item Drops

With this guide, you're well-equipped to tackle Uth Duna in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and strategies, don't miss our other guides, including how to hide your helmet from view.