"Mastering Rey Dau: Capture Strategies in Monster Hunter Wilds"

While pursuing the elusive dragon in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, you'll encounter a fierce confrontation between Rey Dau and this mythical beast. The dragon, now enraged, sets its sights on your group, making the encounter all the more perilous. Here's your comprehensive guide to not only surviving but triumphing over Rey Dau, along with tips on capturing it for those valuable rewards.

Monster Hunter Wilds Rey Dau Boss Fight Guide

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Known Habitats: Windward Plains
Breakable Parts: Horns, Wings, and Tail
Recommended Elemental Attack: Ice and Water
Effective Status Effects: Poison (2x), Sleep (2x), Paralysis (1x), Blastblight (2x), Stun (1x), Exhaust (2x)
Effective Items: Pitfall Trap, Flash Pod, Dung Pod

Rey Dau marks your initial encounter with a dragon monster in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. As a creature imbued with the lightning element, it's immune to lightning-based attacks. However, its vulnerabilities lie in other elements, particularly water and ice. The prime target for your attacks should be its head, which boasts a 4-star weakness. Alternatively, the dragon's wings, with a 3-star weakness, are another viable option for significant damage.

Steer clear of its torso, as it's heavily armored and resilient. Given the challenge of consistently hitting the head, the tail becomes a strategic alternative. Avoid targeting its legs, as they are well-protected. For status ailments, all options except Stun and Paralysis are effective. Since Rey Dau wields the lightning element, attempts to stun it would be futile.

Use a Flash Pod

A pivotal strategy for swiftly defeating Rey Dau involves deploying a Flash Pod. This tool temporarily stuns the beast, providing you with a window to execute well-aimed attacks. When Rey Dau unleashes its lightning attack, seize the opportunity to strike at its horns, which glow bright red in Focus Mode, to inflict substantial damage.

Wear Element-Resistant Gear

For those struggling to endure Rey Dau's onslaught, equipping element-resistant gear is crucial. The Hope Armor set, with its Divine Blessing skill, not only mitigates damage but also bolsters your resistance against Lightning and Fire damage, making it a perfect choice for this battle. Additionally, consuming a meal that enhances elemental resistance can further aid your survival. If dodging proves challenging, position yourself near Rey Dau's legs in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, as the dragon primarily attacks in front and behind itself, reducing the chances of you getting hit.

Pay Attention to the Environment

Throughout the battle, Rey Dau will maneuver across various locations. In the open plains, utilize Vine Traps found on lone trees to momentarily stun the monster. However, caution is advised when the dragon returns to its nest, as it may follow up with a potent lightning attack capable of stunning you. Avoid rushing in this area to prevent a fatal shock.

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How to Capture Rey Dau in Monster Hunter Wilds

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Beyond battling Rey Dau to its end, capturing it offers another avenue for rewards in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. To successfully capture this dragon, reduce its health to the brink of death, indicated by a skull icon appearing near its icon on the mini-map. At this point, deploy a Pitfall Trap—Shock Traps are ineffective against this lightning dragon. Once trapped, swiftly administer a Tranquilizer to prevent its escape. Timing is critical, so ensure you're prepared to act within seconds.

*Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*