Capture and Defeat Xu Wu in Monster Hunter Wilds: Proven Strategies

While exploring the diverse landscapes of Wyveria in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, you're bound to encounter the formidable Xu Wu. Though not as daunting as Nu Udra, Xu Wu remains a swift and perilous adversary.

Monster Hunter Wilds Xu Wu Boss Fight Guide

Known Habitats: Wyveria
Breakable Parts: Head, Mouth, and Arm
Recommended Elemental Attack: Ice
Effective Status Effects: Poison (3x), Sleep (1x), Paralysis (2x), Blastblight (2x), Stun (2x), Exhaust (2x)
Effective Items: Pitfall Trap, Shock Trap

Keep Your Guard Up

Xu Wu's agility makes it a challenging boss in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Its elusive movements, compounded by its dark skin, can make it difficult to anticipate its attacks. Similar to Nu Udra, Xu Wu's black skin can confuse you about its orientation. Be prepared to face its multiple arms and its ability to vanish into walls, only to re-emerge from the ceiling in an attempt to surprise you. This tactic is limited to its nest, so remain vigilant in this area.

Use Ice Attacks

Exploiting Xu Wu's weakness to the Ice element can give you an edge in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Opt for Ice ammo if you're a ranged fighter, or equip melee weapons with Ice damage capabilities. Enhance your gear with a Frost Jewel decoration to boost your Ice Attack skill, and consider carrying a Frost Pod for additional Ice damage.

Avoid the Grab Attack

Xu Wu's arsenal includes not only its tentacles and diving maneuvers but also a grab attack. If ensnared, you'll be unable to use your regular weapons. You have a brief window of about two seconds to escape—using your slinger, particularly with Frost Pods, is your best bet for breaking free.

Attack Xu Wu's Mouth

The mouth of Xu Wu is its most vulnerable spot, though it's concealed beneath its body. You'll mainly get a chance to strike when it lunges at you. A well-timed, powerful attack can cause substantial damage and possibly break its mouth, rewarding you with Xu Wu's fang. If the mouth is out of reach, aim for the head, which is highly susceptible to blunt and cut damage, and moderately to ammo damage.

Use Poison

With a significant weakness to Poison, Xu Wu can be debilitated using this status effect. Bows with Poison Coating are particularly effective. While other status ailments can also be used, steer clear of Sleep as it's less effective against this monster.

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How To Capture Xu Wu in Monster Hunter Wilds

Once you've reduced Xu Wu's health to 20 percent, it's time to set a trap. Opt for either a Pitfall Trap or a Shock Trap to ensnare this elusive beast. Baiting with meat or using yourself as a lure can increase your chances of success. Once trapped, swiftly shoot a tranquilizer to prevent Xu Wu from breaking free—you have only a few seconds to act.

With these strategies, you're well-equipped to hunt and capture Xu Wu in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Remember, this monster's agility demands that you keep a close watch on your stamina.

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