How to beat Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds: Location, weaknesses, and strategy

A still from Monster Hunter Wilds — Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds (Image via Sportskeeda Gaming || Capcom)

In Monster Hunter Wilds, you assume the role of a hunter as you embark on a mission set in the Forbidden Lands. This is a new uncharted territory full of a variety of creatures, and one of them is Uth Duna, a large monster with a mean punch. This article will cover details such as where this monster resides, weak spots, elemental ailments, potential drops, and the best strategies to defeat this large beast.

Disclaimer: This article may contain major spoilers.

Uth Duna location and weaknesses in Monster Hunter Wilds

Uth Duna is among the new monsters introduced in the latest entry (Image via Sportskeeda Gaming || Capcom)

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Uth Duna is the apex predator of the Scarlet Forest area in Monster Hunter Wilds. You will encounter this large monster during the Beyond the Deluge main quest of Chapter 1. This will be a recurring enemy in later parts of the campaign and can be found in other quests, such as the optional quest Veiled by the Tide and the assigned quest A Feast in the Deep.

Uth Duna weak spots:

Mouth
Forelegs
Head

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Resistant points:

Tail
Torso
Hind Legs

This leviathan can be a massive hurdle, especially for newer players without the proper experience or knowledge about this creature. As a monster with water-based properties, you can count on using thunder-based weapons to deal maximum damage on this enemy.

Uth Duna has a few weak spots, like the mouth and head. The tail is a resistant point, but with enough attacks using bludgeoning and slashing weapons, it can break. Don't bother using any water-based attacks, as Uth Duna is immune to these.

How to beat Uth Duna in Monster Hunter Wilds: Hunt strategy, tips, and tricks

Uth Duna is weak to thunder-based attacks, but be aware of its many attack patterns so you can anticipate the best ways to counter. While you can use thunder to hurt it, a few status effects can give you an edge.

These status effects are effective against Uth Duna:

Poison
Blastblight
Exhaust
Sleep
Paralysis

Fighting large monsters can take a toll (Image via Sportskeeda Gaming || Capcom)

With bludgeoning weapons, target some of its limbs to limit the monster's mobility. Always go for the weak spots and avoid staying in place for too long to avoid being hit by its various attacks.

Here are some weapons you can use against Uth Duna:

Halilintar Clairglaive
Fulgurhammer Guardania
Hunting Horn
Long Sword
Lance
Dual Blades
Insect Glaive
Charge Blades

Some of the best armor you can use during the fight include,

Chatacabra
Piragill Greaves
Guardian Arkveld

These pieces have the highest resistance against water-based attacks. With the right materials, you can also upgrade your armor to improve your defense. The fight could take a while and you should reconsider stocking up on supplies.

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Here are some items you should have before starting the fight:

Shock Traps
Pitfall traps
Nulberry
Flash pod
Thunder ammo
Thunder pod
Mega health potions
Health potions

Tips and tricks to beat Uth Duna

Stay out of its reach by clinging close to the tail.
Strategically place traps around the arena.
Time your dodges by using Wedge Beetles.

This monster may be large in scale, but this doesn't mean it is slow. Always keep an eye on each part and prepare to dodge as it winds up each strike.