*Monster Hunter Wilds* has streamlined many of its systems, simplifying the gameplay experience to the extent that tracking monsters is no longer a necessity. However, there's one notable exception: tracking the elusive Black Flame. Here's a detailed guide on how to locate and confront the Black Flame in *Monster Hunter Wilds*.
Tracking the Black Flame in Monster Hunter Wilds
Around the midpoint of the main storyline, in Chapter 3, you'll encounter the Black Flame monster in the Oilwell Basin. After a brief appearance, it will slither away, tasking you with tracking it down and ultimately defeating it.
Begin your quest by leaving the Base Camp and heading towards Zone 9 of the region, as shown in the map screenshot below.
As you make your way to Zone 9, keep an eye out for tar tracks on the ground. Interact with these tracks, and your Hunter will pick up the Black Flame's scent, automatically sending the information to your scoutflies. This feature makes tracking the monster's exact location straightforward. Follow the green path illuminated by the scoutflies, which will lead you directly to the giant flaming crater in Zone 9, where the Black Flame awaits.
Known officially as Nu Udra, the Black Flame is a tentacled beast capable of unleashing fire and other flame-based attacks. To make the battle more manageable, focus on severing a few of its tentacles first. This strategy will grant you access to its inner weak points, allowing you to deal more damage and collect additional materials upon defeating it.
Given the high temperatures in the region, it's advisable to carry Cool Drinks. These will help mitigate the heat's effects, preventing continuous health depletion.
And that's how you can successfully track and defeat the Black Flame in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and detailed guides on the game, including how to change your Palico's language and techniques for capturing monsters, be sure to check out The Escapist.
