In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the apex predator of the Oilwell Basin region is an ancient monster known as the Black Flame, or Nu Udra. Defeating this formidable beast is crucial to protect the village from its threats.
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Monster Hunter Wilds Nu Udra Boss Fight Guide
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Known Habitats: Oilwell Basin
Breakable Parts: Head and Arm
Recommended Elemental Attack: Water
Effective Status Effects: Poison (2x), Sleep (2x), Paralysis (1x), Blastblight (1x), Stun (2x), Exhaust (2x)
Effective Items: Pitfall Trap, Shock Trap
Attack the Tentacles
Nu Udra presents a formidable challenge in Monster Hunter Wilds due to its expansive tentacles, which extend its attack range and make dodging tricky. These tentacles, while dangerous, serve as the most accessible target for melee weapon users. Severing them not only provides valuable materials but also reduces the monster's reach. Exercise caution, as these limbs are potent weapons in their own right.
Aim for the Mouth
For those wielding ranged weapons, targeting options are more varied. The mouth is the prime target, boasting a 4-star weakness, despite the difficulty in locating it against Nu Udra's nearly pitch-black skin. The head, with a 3-star weakness to ammo but strong susceptibility to blunt and cut damage, is another effective point of attack.
Use Watermoss
Given Nu Udra's affinity for fire, it unleashes fiery assaults and can even ignite itself, posing a Fireblight risk. To counteract this, deploying Watermoss is essential, allowing for safer engagement without succumbing to the debuff.
Wear Fire Resistant Gear
To enhance your chances in this battle, equip fire-resistant gear like the Quematrice armor set, which features the Fire Resistance skill. Additionally, consider using the Fire Res Jewel to mitigate fire damage or the Stream Jewel to boost your water attack capabilities.
Beware of Grab Attacks
Nu Udra's arsenal includes a menacing grab attack. If ensnared by its tentacles, prepare for a fiery assault. During the brief pause before the fire stream, utilize a knife to escape or target its weak spot with a Slinger.
Related: Monster Hunter Wilds Weapon Tier List (Best Weapons to Use)
How to Capture Nu Udra in Monster Hunter Wilds
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Capturing Nu Udra requires strategic preparation. Equip either a Pitfall or Shock Trap, but wait until the monster is significantly weakened, indicated by a skull icon next to its boss icon. You can lure Nu Udra into the trap using meat as bait or by positioning yourself behind it while it's focused on you. Once trapped, swiftly administer a Tranquilizer within the brief five-second window before it escapes.
This comprehensive guide equips you with all the necessary strategies to defeat and capture Nu Udra in Monster Hunter Wilds. Given the challenge of facing this monster solo, consider leveraging multiplayer to enhance your chances of success.
Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
