In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the formidable Uth Duna is a leviathan-type monster you'll encounter early on in the game. To maximize your rewards from this beast, follow this comprehensive guide on how to defeat and capture it.
How to Unlock Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds
Uth Duna makes its first appearance in the Scarlet Forest during the mission questline in Chapter 1. After you've tackled other significant monsters like Lala Barina and Congalala, you'll need to rendezvous with Olivia and Erik, who are investigating a nearby dam. Amidst a raging monsoon in Mission 1-5: Beyond the Deluge, Uth Duna will emerge, challenging you to stop its rampage.
How to Beat and Capture Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds
Uth Duna is known as ‘A Feast in the Deep’, an apex predator whose presence is triggered by rising waters in the Scarlet Forest. To tackle this formidable foe, preparation is key. Equip a thunder-element weapon if possible (available from Rey Dau in Mission 2-2), or gear up with items like the Water Charm I for increased water resistance. Before heading out, enjoy a meal to boost your Health and Stamina, and pack Nulberries to counter the Waterblight status ailment that Uth Duna can inflict.
Uth Duna Attacks and Weaknesses
When facing Uth Duna, be mindful of its iridescent fins, which serve as a ‘Veil’ that temporarily enhances its defense but slows it down. Damaging these fins will make Uth Duna more vulnerable to attacks on its weak points—Head (breakable), Mouth, Tail (breakable), and both Forelegs (breakable). However, once the fins are gone, Uth Duna becomes more aggressive and increases the frequency of its attacks. Stay agile to dodge its powerful moves:
- Belly Slam – Uth Duna rears up on its hind legs and slams down, creating a shockwave.
- Roar – A roar that can stun you momentarily.
- Body Coil – Uth Duna coils up and spins, unleashing a sweeping tail attack.
- Aerial Twirl – A leaping twirl that causes a massive impact upon landing.
- Leg Swipe – A close-range swipe with its clawed feet.
Remember, you can check Uth Duna's weaknesses in your Field Guide after defeating it once.
Should You Capture or Kill Uth Duna?
As with previous Monster Hunter games, you have the option to either capture or kill Uth Duna. To capture, weaken the monster until it's nearly exhausted, then use Shock Traps or Pitfall Traps followed by a Tranq Bomb to complete the capture. Both options yield different rewards, though specifics are yet to be confirmed. Here are the potential 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 help you effectively beat and capture Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds. For more tips and tricks, explore our other guides, including how to hide your helmet during gameplay.
