How to Capture and Beat The Black Flame/Nu Udra in Monster Hunter Wilds

In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the apex predator of the Oilwell Basin region is the formidable ancient monster known as the Black Flame, or Nu Udra. Taking down this beast is essential to safeguard the village from its potential threats.

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Attack the Tentacles

Nu Udra poses a significant challenge in *Monster Hunter Wilds* due to its extensive reach with massive tentacles, complicating dodging maneuvers. However, these tentacles are the most accessible targets for melee weapon users. Severing them not only provides additional materials but also limits the monster's offensive capabilities. Exercise caution, as these limbs double as powerful weapons.

Aim for the Mouth

Ranged weapon users have a variety of targets, but the mouth stands out as the prime location for attacks. Despite the difficulty in locating it against Nu Udra’s nearly pitch-black skin, it's a critical hit zone with a 4-star weakness rating. Alternatively, the head is another viable target, albeit with a lower 3-star weakness to ammo damage, but it remains effective for blunt and cut damage.

Use Watermoss

Given Nu Udra's affinity for fire in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, it employs both limb and fire-based attacks. At times, the monster even ignites itself, inflicting the Fireblight debuff, making close encounters hazardous. To counteract this, it's highly beneficial to use Watermoss, allowing you to attack safely without succumbing to the status ailment.

Wear Fire Resistant Gear

Struggling with the fight? Equip gear that offers fire resistance, such as the Quematrice armor set, which comes with the Fire Resistance skill. Additionally, enhance your defenses with decorations like the Fire Res Jewel to mitigate fire damage or the Stream Jewel to boost your water-based attacks, leveraging Nu Udra’s vulnerability to water.

Beware of Grab Attacks

Among Nu Udra's arsenal of dangerous moves in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, its grab attack stands out as particularly lethal. If you find yourself too close, the monster may ensnare you with its tentacles, followed by a devastating blast of burning fire. During the brief window before the fire attack, quickly use a knife to break free or target its weak spot with a Slinger to escape.

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How to Capture Nu Udra in Monster Hunter Wilds

Capturing Nu Udra requires preparation with either a Pitfall or Shock Trap. However, you can't immediately set the trap. First, weaken the monster through combat until it's on the brink of defeat, signaled by a skull icon next to the boss icon. At this point, deploy your trap. You can lure Nu Udra into the trap using meat as bait, or simply position yourself behind the trap as it pursues you. Once trapped, swiftly administer a Tranquilizer to put it to sleep, as you have only about five seconds before it breaks free.

That covers all 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 enhance your chances of success.

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