"Defeating Black Flame/Nu Udra in Monster Hunter Wilds: Strategies Revealed"

In the treacherous Oilwell Basin region of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the apex predator you'll encounter is the ancient monster known as the Black Flame, or Nu Udra. To protect the village from its wrath, you must conquer this formidable beast. Here's a comprehensive guide to help you succeed in this daunting task.

Monster Hunter Wilds Nu Udra Boss Fight Guide

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Known Habitats – Oilwell Basin
Breakable Parts – Head and Arm
Recommended Elemental Attack – Water
Effective Status Effects – Poison (2x), Sleep (2x), Paralysis (1x), Blastblight (1x), Stun (2x), Exhaust (2x)
Effective Items – Pitfall Trap, Shock Trap

Attack the Tentacles

Nu Udra is a challenging adversary in Monster Hunter Wilds. Its massive tentacles give it a wide attack range, complicating evasion for players. However, these tentacles are the most accessible target for melee weapon users. By severing them, you can obtain valuable materials, but remain cautious as they are also potent weapons in Nu Udra's arsenal.

Aim for the Mouth

For those wielding ranged weapons, targeting options are more diverse. The mouth, despite being hard to spot against Nu Udra's nearly black skin, is the prime target with a 4-star weakness. The head, while less vulnerable with a 3-star weakness to ammo damage, is still an excellent spot for inflicting blunt and cut damage.

Use Watermoss

Nu Udra's affinity for fire is evident in Monster Hunter Wilds. In addition to its limb attacks, it unleashes fiery assaults. It can even ignite itself, causing the dangerous Fireblight debuff. To counter this, using Watermoss is highly recommended, as it allows for safer attacks without succumbing to the status ailment.

Wear Fire Resistant Gear

Struggling against Nu Udra's fire attacks? Equip gear with fire resistance, such as the Quematrice armor set, which boasts the Fire Resistance skill. Enhance your defense further with decorations like the Fire Res Jewel to reduce fire damage, or the Stream Jewel to boost your water attack effectiveness.

Beware of Grab Attacks

One of Nu Udra's most menacing moves in Monster Hunter Wilds is its grab attack. If you're too close, it may ensnare you with its tentacles and follow up with a fiery blast. During the brief pause before the fire attack, use a knife to break free or target its weak spot with a Slinger.

Related: Monster Hunter Wilds Weapon Tier List (Best Weapons to Use)

How to Capture Nu Udra in Monster Hunter Wilds

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To capture Nu Udra in Monster Hunter Wilds, prepare either a Pitfall or Shock Trap. However, you can't deploy it immediately. First, weaken the monster by attacking it until it's nearly defeated, indicated by a skull icon next to the boss icon. You can use meat as bait to lure Nu Udra into the trap or simply position yourself behind the trap while it's targeting you. Once trapped, swiftly administer a Tranquilizer to put it to sleep within the critical five-second window before it breaks free.

This guide covers all you need to know about defeating and capturing Nu Udra in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Tackling this monster solo can be tough, so consider teaming up in multiplayer mode to increase your chances of victory.

*Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*