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

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 threats, hunters must confront and defeat 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 is a challenging monster to defeat in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Its massive tentacles give it a wide reach, making dodging difficult. However, these tentacles are the most accessible limbs for melee weapon users. By severing its arms, you can acquire additional materials, but be cautious—these limbs are also powerful weapons that Nu Udra uses effectively.

Aim for the Mouth

For those wielding ranged weapons, targeting the mouth is optimal despite its challenging visibility due to Nu Udra’s nearly pitch-black skin. The mouth boasts a 4-star weakness, making it a prime target. The head, while less vulnerable to ammo damage with a 3-star weakness, remains a good spot for blunt and cut damage.

Use Watermoss

Given Nu Udra's fire affinity, it can unleash devastating fire attacks. At certain points, it even sets itself ablaze, causing the Fireblight debuff. To counteract this, using Watermoss is highly recommended, allowing you to attack safely without succumbing to the status ailment.

Wear Fire Resistant Gear

If you're finding the battle tough, equipping gear with fire resistance is crucial. The Quematrice armor set, featuring the Fire Resistance skill, is highly recommended. Additionally, using decorations like the Fire Res Jewel to reduce elemental damage or the Stream Jewel to boost your water attack can significantly improve your chances of success.

Beware of Grab Attacks

Nu Udra's grab attack is particularly dangerous. If caught, the monster will pause before shooting a stream of fire at you. During this brief window, use a knife to break free or attack its weak spot with a Slinger.

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How to Capture Nu Udra in Monster Hunter Wilds

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To capture Nu Udra, prepare either a Pitfall or Shock Trap. However, you must first weaken the monster until it's nearly dead, indicated by a skull icon next to its boss icon. You can lure it into the trap using meat as bait or by positioning yourself behind the trap while it's targeting you. Once trapped, quickly use a Tranquilizer to put it to sleep—you have a mere five seconds before it breaks free.

That's everything you need to know about defeating and capturing Nu Udra in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Tackling this monster alone can be challenging, so consider using multiplayer to increase your chances of success.

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