"Conquer Xu Wu in Monster Hunter Wilds: Proven Strategies"

While exploring the intriguing region of Wyveria in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, you'll encounter a variety of monsters, including the agile and dangerous Xu Wu. Although not as formidable as Nu Udra, Xu Wu's swift movements and elusive nature make it a challenging adversary.

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Screenshot by The Escapist 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 is an incredibly agile boss in Monster Hunter Wilds. Its unpredictable movements can be frustrating to anticipate due to its unique shape. Like Nu Udra, Xu Wu's black skin makes it difficult to discern its front side. Besides dealing with its multiple arms, you must also be wary of the monster's ability to slip into walls and disappear momentarily. It often reappears on the ceiling, attempting to drop down on you. This tactic is exclusive to its nest, so remain extra vigilant when fighting in this area.

Use Ice Attacks

In Monster Hunter Wilds, Xu Wu is particularly vulnerable to Ice-based attacks. If you're using a ranged weapon, consider Ice ammo. For melee combat, equip gear that inflicts Ice elemental damage. Enhancing your equipment with a Frost Jewel decoration will grant you the Ice Attack skill, boosting your effectiveness. Carrying a Frost Pod is also wise, as it can deal minor Ice damage to the creature.

Avoid the Grab Attack

Xu Wu employs a variety of attacks, including tentacle strikes and diving maneuvers. It also has a grab attack that, if successful, will prevent you from using your regular weapons. You have about two seconds to escape. The best way to break free is by using your slinger, with Frost Pods proving especially effective against this monster.

Attack Xu Wu’s Mouth

The mouth of Xu Wu is its most vulnerable point, though it's hidden beneath its body. You'll typically only see it when the monster dives toward you. Landing a powerful attack during this window can cause significant damage and potentially break its mouth, rewarding you with Xu Wu’s fang. If the mouth is unreachable, target the monster's head, which has a 4-star weakness to blunt and cut damage and a 3-star weakness to ammo damage.

Use Poison

Xu Wu has a 3-star weakness to Poison, making it an effective status ailment to use. A bow equipped with Poison Coating is particularly useful for applying this effect. While other status ailments can be used, avoid Sleep, as it's less effective against Xu Wu.

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How To Capture Xu Wu in Monster Hunter Wilds

Screenshot by The Escapist Once you've reduced Xu Wu's health to 20 percent, you can attempt to capture it. Use either a Pitfall Trap or a Shock Trap. Baiting with meat can be helpful, but you can also use yourself as bait to lure the monster into the trap. After trapping Xu Wu, quickly shoot it with a tranquilizer to prevent it from escaping. You only have a few seconds to do this before the creature breaks free.

That's everything you need to know about hunting and capturing Xu Wu in Monster Hunter Wilds. Remember, this creature is highly agile, so keep a close eye on your stamina bar.

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