Ultimate Guide to Defeating Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds

Uth Duna reigns as the Apex Monster within the Scarlet Forest, positioning itself as one of the most formidable adversaries in Monster Hunter Wilds. Defeating this powerful beast demands persistence and a meticulously crafted strategy.

To gain an edge in the battle against Uth Duna, hunters should aim to exploit its vulnerabilities, adequately prepare at their base camp, and familiarize themselves with its various attack patterns.

Preparing for the Encounter with Uth Duna

Despite being classified as the Apex Monster of the Scarlet Forest, Uth Duna has only two notable Special Attacks that you need to prepare for:

Weak Roar: This attack can stun players.
Waterblight: Reduces stamina recovery rates.

To counter these attacks effectively, consider bringing the following items on your hunt:

Nulberry: Useful for curing various blights.
Earplugs: Helps mitigate the effects of monster roars.

Nulberries are commonly found across different biomes; utilize the Filter Icons tool on the in-game map to locate them easily. As for the Earplugs Talisman, you can craft it at the Smithy using the materials listed below:

6x Rathalos Carapace
4x Rathalos Wing
2x Kut-Ku Ear
1x Rathalos Ruby

When it comes to food preparation for the hunt, prioritize the following ingredients:

Veggies: Boosts Defense, Element Resistance, Health, and Stamina.
Turbid Shrimp: Enhances your invulnerability while evading attacks.
Eastern Honey: Increases health recovery from healing items.

Understanding Uth Duna’s Weaknesses

Uth Duna's Weaknesses in Monster Hunter Wilds

The hunt for Uth Duna can be protracted if you don’t actively target its weaknesses. Employ the right elemental type, aim for the vulnerable body parts, and choose your damage type wisely to maximize your damage output.

Here are the key weaknesses of Uth Duna:

Element Weakness: Thunder
Targeted Body Parts: Head, Left, and Right Foreleg
Status Effect Ratings: Most have two stars; however, Stun is rated at one.
Damage Types: Cut or Blunt

As a water creature, Uth Duna is particularly vulnerable to Thunder attacks, making it a prime element for hunters employing elemental builds. When utilizing status effects, most options are viable, but Stun is less favorable due to its lower rating in the Large Monster Field Guide.

For maximum damage output, target the Left and Right Forelegs with Blunt or Cut-type weapons, both rated at four stars in effectiveness. Additionally, Blunt users should aim for the head, which shares the same high rating.

Strategies to Defeat Uth Duna

How to Beat Uth Duna Monster Hunter Wilds

Uth Duna performs a variety of attacks, each capable of inflicting significant physical and water blight damage. Its ability to knock players back can hinder sustained offensive maneuvers.

Here’s a breakdown of its moves along with effective counters:

Attack	Description	Counter
Charge Attack	Uth Duna charges towards the player and delivers a headbutt.	Utilize an Offset Attack to counter, or dodge to the side to avoid damage.
Belly Slam	It leans back before slamming down, causing significant damage.	Evade by running behind Uth Duna and striking its forelegs.
Fist Swipe	Raises its arm to swipe at hunters.	Dodge to the opposite side of its arm to evade the attack.
Air Body Slam	Launches itself into the air and lands heavily on the player.	Run from its landing zone and target weak points upon landing.
Tidal Wave	It creates a wave of water that pushes players back.	Dodge through the wave to avoid being knocked back.
Growing Fins	Emits a loud roar while tossing the player away.	The only counter is to run away from the attack area.
Kick Swipe	Kicks when attacking the hind legs, knocking the player back.	Dodge sideways and maintain pressure by switching to attacks on its belly or hind legs.

During the battle, Uth Duna will eventually shed her colorful fins, exposing her entire body. This moment represents a prime opportunity for hunters to unleash a flurry of attacks, as all parts will sustain higher damage during this phase. Be mindful, though, as Uth Duna will regenerate her fins during the “Growing Fins”attack, so aim to target the chief weak points (head and forelegs) promptly afterward.