"Defeating and Capturing Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds: A Guide"

In the expansive world of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the creatures that inhabit the Forbidden Lands are both magnificent and terrifying. Among them, Uth Duna stands out as a formidable early-game adversary that you'll need to conquer to reap valuable rewards. Here's your comprehensive guide on how to defeat and capture this leviathan-type monster.

How to Unlock Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds

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Uth Duna makes its dramatic entrance in the **Scarlet Forest** during the mission questline in Chapter 1. After you've successfully battled other notable creatures like Lala Barina and Congalala, you'll need to rendezvous with Olivia and Erik, who are investigating a nearby dam. It's during **Mission 1-5: Beyond the Deluge** that the weather turns chaotic, signaling Uth Duna's appearance amidst a raging monsoon. Your task is clear: you must defeat this beast before it wreaks further havoc.

How to Beat and Capture Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds

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Dubbed **‘A Feast in the Deep’**, Uth Duna emerges as the waters in the Scarlet Forest surge dangerously high. As the apex predator of the region, confronting this monster presents a significant challenge compared to your previous encounters in the game.

Before you face Uth Duna, arm yourself with a **thunder-element weapon** if possible—your first chance to acquire one is during Mission 2-2 with Rey Dau. If you lack a thunder weapon, consider equipping gear or a Talisman, such as the Water Charm I, to boost your **water resistance**.

Fuel up with a hearty meal to keep your Health and Stamina at peak levels, and don't forget to pack **Nulberries** to counteract the **Waterblight** status ailment Uth Duna can inflict.

Uth Duna Attacks and Weaknesses

When battling Uth Duna, take note of its iridescent fins, which act as a **‘Veil’** that temporarily enhances its defense. However, this comes at the cost of reduced mobility. Inflict enough damage on these fins, and they'll retract, exposing Uth Duna's vulnerable points like its **Head, Mouth, Tail, and Forelegs**.

Be prepared, though, as without its heavy fins, Uth Duna will become more aggressive, increasing the frequency of its attacks. You'll need to stay agile, especially in the waterlogged environment.

Watch out for these primary attacks from Uth Duna:

• **Belly Slam** – Uth Duna rears up on its hind legs and crashes down, belly first.
• **Roar** – Like many monsters, Uth Duna's roar can temporarily immobilize you.
• **Body Coil** – It coils its body, spins, and then unleashes a powerful tail swipe.
• **Aerial Twirl** – Mimicking a breaching whale, Uth Duna leaps into the air, twirls, and slams back down, affecting a wide area.
• **Leg Swipe** – In close combat, Uth Duna may swipe at you with its clawed feet.

Uth Duna's weak spots include its **Head (breakable), Mouth, Tail (breakable), and both Forelegs (breakable)**. You can check these weaknesses in your Field Guide after defeating the monster once.

Should You Capture or Kill Uth Duna?

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

Both capturing and killing Uth Duna are viable strategies, with the main difference being the item rewards you'll receive. While exact differences in item drops are yet to be confirmed, here are the potential low-rank and high-rank drops from Uth Duna:

Low Rank Item Drops

High Rank Item Drops

That wraps up your guide on how to beat and capture Uth Duna in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more insights and tips on the game, don't miss our other guides, including how to hide your helmet from view.