How to Beat and Capture Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds

The beasts that roam the Forbidden Lands in *Monster Hunter Wilds* are each as fearsome as the next. Uth Duna, a striking leviathan-type monster, is one you'll encounter early in the game. If you're eager to reap its rewards, this guide will help you master the art of beating and capturing it.

How to Unlock Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds

Your first encounter with Uth Duna takes place in the **Scarlet Forest** during the mission questline of Chapter 1. After overcoming other notable foes like Lala Barina and Congalala, you'll need to join forces with Olivia and Erik, who are investigating a nearby dam. The weather takes a dramatic turn, and Uth Duna reveals itself amidst a raging monsoon during **Mission 1-5: Beyond the Deluge**. Your objective becomes clear: defeat the beast before it wreaks further havoc.

How to Beat and Capture Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds

Uth Duna, with its hunt moniker **‘A Feast in the Deep’**, emerges when the waters in the Scarlet Forest rise dangerously. As the region's apex predator, tackling this beast is no small feat compared to other monsters you've encountered so far.

Before engaging Uth Duna, consider equipping a **thunder-element weapon**, obtainable during Mission 2-2 from Rey Dau. If you don't have one, opt for gear or a Talisman, like the Water Charm I, to boost your **water resistance**. Don't forget to prepare a hearty meal to keep your Health and Stamina high. Also, pack **Nulberries** to counteract **Waterblight**, the primary status ailment Uth Duna can inflict.

Uth Duna Attacks and Weaknesses

When fighting Uth Duna, pay close attention to its iridescent fins on its legs and tail, which act as a **‘Veil’**. This veil temporarily boosts the monster’s defense at the cost of its speed. By inflicting enough damage, you can make the fins retreat, exposing Uth Duna's weak points: its **Head (breakable), Mouth, Tail (breakable), and both Forelegs (breakable)**. However, be prepared; without its veil, Uth Duna becomes more aggressive and increases its attack frequency.

Uth Duna's attacks are primarily physical, leveraging its size to cause significant damage and create waves in the water. Here are its key attacks to watch out for:

• **Belly Slam** – Uth Duna rises on its back legs, exposing its belly, and then slams forward.
• **Roar** – Like many monsters, Uth Duna can roar, temporarily immobilizing you.
• **Body Coil** – It coils its body and spins, lashing out with its tail in a swiping motion.
• **Aerial Twirl** – Similar to a whale, Uth Duna leaps into the air, twirling before slamming back down, covering a wide area.
• **Leg Swipe** – When engaged at close range, it may swipe at you with its clawed feet.

Remember, after defeating Uth Duna once, you can check its weaknesses in your Field Guide.

Should You Capture or Kill Uth Duna?

As with previous *Monster Hunter* games, you have the option to capture or kill Uth Duna near the end of the battle. To capture it, weaken the monster until it's "tired" or "exhausted" and then use either a **Shock Trap** or **Pitfall Trap**. Once trapped, deploy at least one **Tranq Bomb** to knock it out, completing the capture.

Both capturing and killing the monster are viable options, each yielding different item rewards. Although the exact differences in items are yet to be confirmed, here are the potential drops:

Low Rank Item Drops

High Rank Item Drops

This guide covers how to beat and capture Uth Duna in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and strategies, be sure to explore our other content, including our guide on how to hide your helmet from view.