"Mastering the Black Flame/Nu Udra Hunt in Monster Hunter Wilds"

In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the apex predator of the Oilwell Basin region is a formidable ancient monster known as the Black Flame, or Nu Udra. To protect the village from its threat, you must take it down. Here's your comprehensive guide to defeating and capturing this beast.

Monster Hunter Wilds Nu Udra Boss Fight Guide

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Known Habitats

- Oilwell Basin

Breakable Parts

- Head - 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 poses a significant challenge in *Monster Hunter Wilds* due to its massive tentacles, which extend its reach and complicate dodging efforts. These tentacles are crucial for melee weapon users as they are the most accessible limbs to strike. Severing them not only yields extra materials but also disables one of its potent attack methods. However, be cautious, as these limbs are also formidable weapons in Nu Udra's arsenal.

Aim for the Mouth

For those wielding ranged weapons, targeting the mouth is optimal despite the difficulty in locating it amidst Nu Udra's nearly pitch-black skin. The mouth is a critical weak point with a 4-star weakness rating. Alternatively, the head, although less vulnerable to ammo with a 3-star rating, remains an excellent target for blunt and cut damage.

Use Watermoss

Given Nu Udra's affinity for fire, it's essential to counter its fiery attacks, including self-immolation which inflicts the Fireblight debuff. Deploying Watermoss is highly recommended to neutralize this threat, enabling safe attacks without succumbing to the status ailment.

Wear Fire Resistant Gear

Struggling against Nu Udra? Equip gear with fire resistance. The Quematrice armor set, equipped with the Fire Resistance skill, is an excellent choice. Enhance your protection further with decorations like the Fire Res Jewel to reduce fire damage or the Stream Jewel to boost your water attack, capitalizing on Nu Udra's weakness.

Beware of Grab Attacks

Nu Udra's grab attack is particularly dangerous. If caught in its tentacles, you'll face a brief pause before being blasted with fire. Use this window to free yourself with a knife or target its weak spots with a Slinger to escape unscathed.

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 a Pitfall or Shock Trap. However, you must first weaken the monster until it's on the brink of death, indicated by a skull icon next to its boss icon. Deploy the trap when Nu Udra is sufficiently weakened, and use meat as bait if necessary to lure it in. Alternatively, position yourself behind the trap to draw its attention. Once trapped, quickly administer a Tranquilizer to put Nu Udra to sleep within a tight five-second window before it breaks free.

This guide covers everything you need to know about defeating and capturing Nu Udra in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Given the challenge of facing this monster solo, consider leveraging multiplayer to increase your chances of success.

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