Conquer Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds: A Comprehensive Guide
The Forbidden Lands of Monster Hunter Wilds are teeming with formidable beasts, and Uth Duna is a prime example. This guide will equip you to defeat and capture this leviathan.
Encountering Uth Duna:
Uth Duna, a formidable leviathan, first appears in the Scarlet Forest during Chapter 1's mission questline, specifically Mission 1-5: Beyond the Deluge, amidst a fierce monsoon. This encounter follows battles with Lala Barina and Congalala.
Taming the Tidal Terror:
Known as "A Feast in the Deep," Uth Duna presents a significant challenge. Before engaging, prepare strategically:
- Weapon Choice: A thunder-element weapon (obtainable from Rey Dau in Mission 2-2) is highly recommended.
- Water Resistance: Equip gear or a Talisman (like Water Charm I) to boost your water resistance.
- Provisions: A hearty meal and Nulberries (to counter Waterblight) are essential.
Understanding Uth Duna's Arsenal:
Uth Duna's iridescent fins act as a defensive veil, slowing its movement but boosting its defense. Breaching this veil exposes its weak points: Head (breakable), Mouth, Tail (breakable), and Forelegs (both breakable). Be aware that destroying the veil increases its aggression. Key attacks to watch for include:
- Belly Slam: A powerful forward slam.
- Roar: A temporary immobilizing roar.
- Body Coil: A spinning tail swipe.
- Aerial Twirl: A wide-area leap and slam.
- Leg Swipe: A close-range swipe with its clawed feet.
Consult your Field Guide after your first encounter for detailed weakness information.
Capture or Kill: The Choice is Yours:
You can choose to capture or kill Uth Duna. Weaken it until exhausted, then use Shock Traps or Pitfall Traps followed by Tranq Bombs for capture. The choice affects item rewards.
Low-Rank Item Drops:
| Item Name | Drop Rate |
|---|---|
| Uth Duna Hide | 20% (Wound Destroy – 43%, Body Carve – 23%) |
| Uth Duna Claw | 8% (Foreleg Broken – 100%, Body Carve – 13%) |
| Uth Duna Tentacle | 8% (Head Broken – 100%, Body Carve – 11%) |
| Uth Duna Cilia | 15% (Tail Broken – 88%, Wound Destroy – 12%, Body Carve – 18%) |
| Uth Duna Plate | 5% (Tail Broken – 12%, Body Carve – 7%) |
| Uth Duna Scale | 20% (Wound Destroy – 45%, Body Carve – 28%) |
| Aqua Sac | 16% |
| Uth Duna Certificate | 8% |
High-Rank Item Drops:
| Item Name | Drop Rate |
|---|---|
| Uth Duna Scale+ | 18% (Wound Destroy – 45%, Body Carve – 30%) |
| Uth Duna Hide+ | 18% (Wound Destroy – 43%, Body Carve – 23%) |
| Uth Duna Cilia+ | 14% (Tail Broken – 93%, Wound Destroy – 12%, Body Carve – 18%) |
| Uth Duna Claw+ | 8% (Foreleg Broken – 100%, Body Carve – 13%) |
| Uth Duna Tentacle+ | 8% (Head Broken – 100%, Body Carve – 11%) |
| Uth Duna Watergem | 3% (Tail Broken – 7%, Body Carve – 5%) |
| Uth Duna Plate | 7% |
| Torrent Sac | 16% |
| Uth Duna Certificate S | 7% |
This concludes your guide to conquering Uth Duna. Good hunting!
