"Guide: Defeat and Capture Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds"

In the treacherous world of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, Uth Duna stands out as a formidable leviathan you'll encounter early on. To help you overcome this beast and claim its valuable 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 is first encountered in the **Scarlet Forest** during Chapter 1's mission questline. After tackling other significant threats like Lala Barina and Congalala, you and Alma will rendezvous with Olivia and Erik near a dam. The encounter with Uth Duna occurs amidst a raging monsoon in **Mission 1-5: Beyond the Deluge**, where your primary goal is to defeat it before it wreaks further havoc.

How to Beat and Capture Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds

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Uth Duna, known as **‘A Feast in the Deep’**, emerges when the waters in the Scarlet Forest reach perilous heights. As the apex predator of the region, facing Uth Duna is more challenging than your previous encounters. To prepare for this battle, equip a **thunder-element weapon**, obtainable from Rey Dau in Mission 2-2, or wear gear like the **Water Charm I** to boost your water resistance.

Before embarking on the hunt, ensure you've eaten a hearty meal to maintain high Health and Stamina levels. Additionally, carry **Nulberries** to counteract the **Waterblight** status ailment that Uth Duna can inflict.

Uth Duna Attacks and Weaknesses

Uth Duna's unique feature is its iridescent fins, which serve as a **‘Veil’** that enhances its defense at the cost of reduced mobility. Damaging these fins will retract them, exposing Uth Duna's vulnerabilities, including its **Head (breakable), Mouth, Tail (breakable), and both Forelegs (breakable)**. Be prepared for increased aggression from Uth Duna once the fins are gone, requiring you to stay agile in the water.

Uth Duna's primary attacks include:

• **Belly Slam** – Uth Duna rears up on its hind legs and slams down, creating waves.
• **Roar** – A roar that temporarily immobilizes you.
• **Body Coil** – Uth Duna coils and spins, then lashes out with its tail.
• **Aerial Twirl** – Uth Duna leaps into the air and slams back down, affecting a wide area.
• **Leg Swipe** – Close-range swipes with its clawed feet.

You can check Uth Duna's weaknesses in your Field Guide after your first successful hunt.

Should You Capture or Kill Uth Duna?

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In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, you have the choice to capture or kill Uth Duna. To capture, weaken it until it's tired or exhausted, then deploy either a **Shock Trap** or **Pitfall Trap**. Once trapped, use a **Tranq Bomb** to knock it out, completing the capture. Both methods yield different rewards, with the specifics still to be confirmed. Below are the potential low-rank and high-rank drops from Uth Duna:

Low Rank Item Drops

High Rank Item Drops

This guide provides you with all the necessary information to successfully defeat and capture Uth Duna in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and strategies, be sure to explore our other guides, including how to hide your helmet from view.