The Forbidden Lands in *Monster Hunter Wilds* are teeming with fearsome beasts, and Uth Duna is one of the early challenges you'll face. To conquer this leviathan-type monster and claim its valuable rewards, follow this comprehensive guide on how to beat and capture it.
How to Unlock Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds
Uth Duna makes its dramatic entrance in the **Scarlet Forest** during Chapter 1's mission questline. After you've triumphed over other formidable foes like Lala Barina and Congalala, you'll need to rendezvous with Olivia and Erik, who are investigating a nearby dam. As the weather shifts into a raging monsoon, Uth Duna emerges during **Mission 1-5: Beyond the Deluge**. Your mission then becomes clear: defeat this beast before it wreaks further havoc.
How to Beat and Capture Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds
Known as **‘A Feast in the Deep’**, Uth Duna emerges when the waters of the Scarlet Forest swell dangerously. As the apex predator of the region, it presents a significant challenge. To prepare for this battle, equip a **thunder-element weapon** if available (you can first obtain one from Rey Dau in Mission 2-2). If not, opt for gear or a Talisman like **Water Charm I** to boost your water resistance.
Before setting out, ensure you've eaten a hearty meal to maintain high Health and Stamina levels. Also, pack **Nulberries** to counteract **Waterblight**, the primary status ailment Uth Duna inflicts.
Uth Duna Attacks and Weaknesses
When facing Uth Duna, pay close attention to its iridescent fins on its legs and tail, which serve as a **‘Veil’**. This veil temporarily increases the monster's defense but slows its movement. By damaging the veil enough, you can force the fins to retract, exposing Uth Duna's weak points, such as its **Head (breakable), Mouth, Tail (breakable), and both Forelegs (breakable)**. However, once the veil is down, Uth Duna becomes more aggressive and increases its attack frequency, so agility is key, especially in the water.
Uth Duna's arsenal includes several physical attacks that leverage its size to cause significant damage and disrupt your movement with water waves. Key attacks to watch for include:
- **Belly Slam** – Uth Duna rears up on its back legs, exposing its belly, before slamming down.
- **Roar** – Like other monsters, Uth Duna's roar can temporarily immobilize you.
- **Body Coil** – It coils its body and spins before unleashing a tail swipe.
- **Aerial Twirl** – Mimicking a whale's leap, Uth Duna performs a twirling jump and slams back down, affecting a wide area.
- **Leg Swipe** – In close combat, it may swipe at you with its clawed feet.
After defeating Uth Duna at least once, you can consult your Field Guide to review its weaknesses.
Should You Capture or Kill Uth Duna?
As with previous *Monster Hunter* games, you have the option to either capture or kill Uth Duna near the end of the battle. To capture it, weaken the monster until it's "tired" or "exhausted" (nearly dead), then deploy a **Shock Trap** or **Pitfall Trap**. Once trapped, use at least one **Tranq Bomb** to knock it out and complete the capture.
Both capturing and killing Uth Duna yield different item rewards. While the exact differences are yet to be confirmed, here are the potential low-rank and high-rank drops:
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% |
This guide should equip you with the knowledge needed to successfully beat and capture Uth Duna in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and strategies, don't forget to explore our other guides, including how to hide your helmet from view.
