Uth Duna: Capture Guide in Monster Hunter Wilds

In the vast and treacherous landscapes of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the beasts you'll encounter are nothing short of awe-inspiring. Uth Duna, a formidable leviathan, is one such creature you'll meet early on, and mastering the art of defeating and capturing it can greatly enhance your gameplay. Here's your comprehensive guide to conquering Uth Duna.

How to Unlock Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds

Uth Duna first appears in the Scarlet Forest during Chapter 1's mission questline. After tackling other significant foes like Lala Barina and Congalala, you'll join Alma to meet Olivia and Erik at a nearby dam. However, a sudden monsoon in Mission 1-5: Beyond the Deluge sets the stage for Uth Duna's dramatic entrance. Your task? To take down this beast before it wreaks further havoc.

How to Beat and Capture Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds

Dubbed ‘A Feast in the Deep’, Uth Duna emerges as the apex predator when the waters of the Scarlet Forest swell dangerously. Prepare for a challenging fight by equipping a thunder-element weapon—you can acquire one from Rey Dau in Mission 2-2—or gear up with water-resistant equipment like the Water Charm I. Don't forget to enjoy a hearty meal before the battle to boost your Health and Stamina, and pack Nulberries to counteract Waterblight, Uth Duna's primary status ailment.

Uth Duna Attacks and Weaknesses

A key feature of Uth Duna is its iridescent fins, which serve as a ‘Veil’ enhancing its defense but slowing its movement. Damaging these fins enough will cause them to retract, exposing Uth Duna's vulnerabilities—its Head (breakable), Mouth, Tail (breakable), and both Forelegs (breakable). However, be prepared for increased aggression and more frequent attacks once the veil is down.

Uth Duna primarily uses physical attacks that leverage its size to cause significant damage and create disruptive waves. Watch out for these key moves:

• Belly Slam: It rises on its back legs, exposing its belly, and slams down.
• Roar: A deafening roar that temporarily immobilizes you.
• Body Coil: It coils up, spins, and lashes out with its tail.
• Aerial Twirl: A whale-like leap into the air followed by a slamming descent.
• Leg Swipe: Close encounters may trigger a swift swipe with its clawed feet.

Remember, after defeating Uth Duna once, you can consult your Field Guide for a detailed breakdown of its weaknesses.

Should You Capture or Kill Uth Duna?

In Monster Hunter Wilds, as with its predecessors, you have the choice to either capture or kill Uth Duna. To capture it, weaken the monster until it's "tired" or "exhausted," then set a Shock Trap or Pitfall Trap. Once trapped, use a Tranq Bomb to knock it out and complete the capture.

Both capturing and killing yield valuable rewards, though the exact differences in items are still being explored. Here are the known drops:

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 forget to explore our other guides, including how to hide your helmet during gameplay.