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

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. To safeguard the village, you must confront and defeat this beast.

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Attack the Tentacles

Nu Udra presents a significant challenge in *Monster Hunter Wilds* due to its massive tentacles, which give it a wide reach and make dodging its attacks difficult. These tentacles are the closest limbs that melee weapon users can target. Severing them not only yields extra materials but also limits the monster's reach. However, caution is advised as these limbs serve as potent weapons.

Aim for the Mouth

For players wielding ranged weapons, multiple targeting options exist, but the mouth is the prime target. Despite the difficulty in locating it against Nu Udra's nearly pitch-black skin, it's worth the effort as it boasts a 4-star weakness. The head is another viable target, albeit with a 3-star weakness to ammo damage, making it ideal for blunt and cut damage.

Use Watermoss

Given Nu Udra's affinity for fire in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, it not only attacks with its limbs but also unleashes fire-based assaults. At certain points, it may even ignite itself, causing the Fireblight debuff to anyone who approaches. To mitigate this, shooting Watermoss at Nu Udra is highly recommended, allowing for safer attacks without the risk of the status ailment.

Wear Fire Resistant Gear

If you're finding the battle challenging, 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 fire damage or the Stream Jewel to boost your water attack can significantly enhance your performance in the fight.

Beware of Grab Attacks

Nu Udra's arsenal includes many dangerous moves, with its grab attack being the most menacing. If you're too close, it might ensnare you with its tentacles, followed by a fiery blast. During the brief pause before the attack, you can break free using a knife or target its weak spot with a Slinger to avoid the devastating consequences.

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How to Capture Nu Udra in Monster Hunter Wilds

Capturing Nu Udra in *Monster Hunter Wilds* requires preparation with either a Pitfall or Shock Trap. You cannot set the trap immediately; first, weaken the monster until it's near death, indicated by a skull icon next to its boss icon. You can use meat as bait to lure it into the trap or simply position yourself behind the trap as it chases you. Once trapped, swiftly use a Tranquilizer to put it to sleep; you have roughly five seconds before it breaks free.

These strategies encompass 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 enhance your chances of success.

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