"Defeating Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds: Capture Guide"

The fearsome beasts of the Forbidden Lands in *Monster Hunter Wilds* present a thrilling challenge, and Uth Duna is one of the standout monsters you'll encounter early on. To maximize your rewards, here's a comprehensive guide on how to conquer and capture this formidable foe.

How to Unlock Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds

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Uth Duna, a leviathan-type monster, first appears in the **Scarlet Forest** during the Chapter 1 mission questline. After defeating other notable foes such as Lala Barina and Congalala, you'll need to rendezvous with Olivia and Erik, who are investigating a nearby dam. As the weather takes a dramatic turn, Uth Duna emerges during **Mission 1-5: Beyond the Deluge**. Your mission then becomes clear: defeat this beast before it wreaks further havoc.

How to Beat and Capture Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds

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Uth Duna's hunt is aptly named **‘A Feast in the Deep’**, as it appears when the waters in the Scarlet Forest rise to dangerous levels. As the region's apex predator, battling this monster is significantly more challenging than previous encounters.

Before engaging Uth Duna, equip a **thunder-element weapon** if available (you can obtain one from Rey Dau in Mission 2-2). If not, wear 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 optimal, and pack **Nulberries** to counteract **Waterblight**, Uth Duna's primary status ailment.

Uth Duna Attacks and Weaknesses

When facing Uth Duna, pay close attention to its iridescent fins on its legs and tail, which serve as a **‘Veil’**. This veil temporarily enhances the monster's defense but slows its movement. Inflicting enough damage will cause the fins to retract, making Uth Duna more susceptible to attacks on its weak points, as shown above.

Once the veil is down, Uth Duna becomes more aggressive, increasing the frequency of its attacks. Stay agile, especially in the water. Uth Duna's attacks are primarily physical, using its size to deal significant damage and create disruptive waves. Key attacks to watch for include:

• **Belly Slam** – Uth Duna rears up and slams down, exposing its belly.
• **Roar** – Like other monsters, Uth Duna's roar can temporarily immobilize you.
• **Body Coil** – It coils its body and spins, followed by a tail swipe.
• **Aerial Twirl** – Uth Duna performs a leaping twirl, covering a wide area upon landing.
• **Leg Swipe** – Close encounters may result in Uth Duna swiping with its clawed feet.

Uth Duna's weak points include its **Head (breakable), Mouth, Tail (breakable), and both Forelegs (breakable)**. After defeating it once, you can review these weaknesses in your Field Guide.

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 near the battle's end. To capture, weaken the monster until it's "tired" or "exhausted" (nearly dead), then use **Shock Traps** or **Pitfall Traps**. Once trapped, deploy at least one **Tranq Bomb** to complete the capture.

Both capturing and killing yield valuable rewards, though the specific items may vary. Below are the potential low-rank and high-rank item drops from Uth Duna:

Low Rank Item Drops

High Rank Item Drops

This guide should equip you with the knowledge needed to successfully beat and capture 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 from view.