How to Beat and Capture Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds

Conquering the formidable beasts of *Monster Hunter Wilds*' Forbidden Lands is a thrilling challenge. Uth Duna, a striking leviathan encountered early in the game, presents a significant hurdle. This guide will help you overcome it and claim your rewards.

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---------------------------------------------- Uth Duna, a leviathan-type monster, first appears in the Scarlet Forest during Chapter 1's mission questline. After defeating Lala Barina and Congalala, you'll join Olivia and Erik investigating a nearby dam. A sudden monsoon reveals Uth Duna in **Mission 1-5: Beyond the Deluge**, setting the stage for your battle.

How to Beat and Capture Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds

-------------------------------------------------------- Aptly nicknamed "A Feast in the Deep," Uth Duna emerges when the Scarlet Forest floods. As the region's apex predator, it's a tougher fight than previous encounters. Before engaging, equip a thunder-element weapon (if available—Rey Dau in Mission 2-2 is a source) and gear/talismans (like Water Charm I) for increased water resistance. A hearty meal boosts health and stamina; bring Nulberries to counter Uth Duna's Waterblight status ailment.

Uth Duna Attacks and Weaknesses

Uth Duna's iridescent fins act as a temporary defensive "Veil," slowing its movement. Breaking this veil increases its aggression but reveals its weak points (shown above). Its attacks are powerful and water-based, hindering movement. Key attacks include: Belly Slam, Roar, Body Coil, Aerial Twirl, and Leg Swipe. Its weak points are its Head (breakable), Mouth, Tail (breakable), and Forelegs (both breakable). Consult your Field Guide after your first encounter for detailed weakness information.

Should You Capture or Kill Uth Duna?

Capture or kill—the choice is yours. Weaken Uth Duna until exhausted, then use Shock Traps or Pitfall Traps followed by Tranq Bombs for a capture. Both methods yield rewards, but the specific item drops differ. Below are low-rank and high-rank drop tables:

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 concludes our guide to defeating and capturing Uth Duna in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Check out our other guides, including how to hide your helmet!