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

The creatures that inhabit the Forbidden Lands in *Monster Hunter Wilds* are as daunting as they are diverse. Uth Duna, a formidable leviathan-type monster, presents an early challenge in the game. This guide will walk you through the process of defeating and capturing this beast, helping you to unlock its valuable rewards.

How to Unlock Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds

Your first encounter with Uth Duna occurs in the **Scarlet Forest** during Chapter 1's mission questline. After overcoming other significant foes like Lala Barina and Congalala, you'll team up with Olivia and Erik near a dam. It's here, amid the tumult of a monsoon in **Mission 1-5: Beyond the Deluge**, that Uth Duna emerges. Your goal is to stop it before it wreaks further havoc.

How to Beat and Capture Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds

Labeled as **‘A Feast in the Deep’**, Uth Duna emerges when the Scarlet Forest is flooded, asserting its dominance as the area's apex predator. Preparing for this fight involves equipping a **thunder-element weapon** (first available with Rey Dau in Mission 2-2) or gear that boosts **water resistance** (like Water Charm I). A hearty meal before battle will maintain your Health and Stamina, and **Nulberries** are essential to counteract **Waterblight**, the primary status ailment inflicted by Uth Duna.

Uth Duna Attacks and Weaknesses

Uth Duna's iridescent fins, which act as a **‘Veil’**, enhance its defense but slow its movement. Damaging these fins will make Uth Duna more vulnerable, especially at its weak points: **Head, Mouth, Tail, and Forelegs**, all of which can be broken. Be prepared, however, for an increase in aggression once the fins retract. Uth Duna's arsenal of attacks includes:

• **Belly Slam** – A forward slam after rising on its hind legs.
• **Roar** – A temporary immobilizing roar.
• **Body Coil** – A spinning tail swipe.
• **Aerial Twirl** – A wide-area attack with a leaping twirl.
• **Leg Swipe** – A close-range swipe with its claws.

Consult your Field Guide after defeating Uth Duna once to learn more about its weaknesses.

Should You Capture or Kill Uth Duna?

Deciding whether to capture or kill Uth Duna depends on your desired rewards. Capturing requires weakening the monster until it's **tired** or **exhausted**, then using a **Shock Trap** or **Pitfall Trap** followed by a **Tranq Bomb**. Below are the potential item drops you can expect:

Low Rank Item Drops

Item Name	Drop Rate
Uth Duna Hide	20% (Wound Destroy – 43%) (Body Carve – 23%)
Uth Duna Claw	8% (Right Foreleg Broken – 100%) (Left 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% (Right Foreleg Broken – 100%) (Left 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%

With this comprehensive guide, you're now equipped to tackle and capture Uth Duna in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more insights and strategies, don't forget to explore our other guides, including how to hide your helmet from view.