While exploring the vibrant landscapes of Wyveria in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, you'll encounter the formidable Xu Wu. Though not as daunting as Nu Udra, Xu Wu's agility and speed make it a challenging adversary to tackle.

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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 in Monster Hunter Wilds makes it a slippery foe. Its unpredictable movements are hard to read, compounded by its dark, black skin which obscures its front. Be prepared to face its multiple arms and its sneaky tactic of slipping into walls, only to re-emerge from the ceiling in its nest, aiming to drop on you. Staying vigilant is crucial, especially in its lair.

Use Ice Attacks

Exploiting Xu Wu's weakness to Ice in Monster Hunter Wilds can turn the tide of battle. Whether you're using Ice ammo or a melee weapon with Ice damage, equipping a Frost Jewel for the Ice Attack skill enhances your arsenal. Don't forget the utility of a Frost Pod for minor but continuous Ice damage.

Avoid the Grab Attack

Xu Wu's repertoire includes a dangerous grab attack in Monster Hunter Wilds. If ensnared, your regular weapons won't help, but you have a brief window to escape. Utilizing your slinger, especially with Frost Pods, can be your key to breaking free.

Attack Xu Wu’s Mouth

Targeting Xu Wu's mouth, its most vulnerable spot, requires precise timing as it's hidden beneath its body. Striking when it dives at you can not only inflict substantial damage but also potentially break its mouth, rewarding you with Xu Wu’s fang. If the mouth is inaccessible, the head remains a viable target with its high susceptibility to both blunt and cut damage, and moderate to ammo damage.

Use Poison

Leveraging Xu Wu's 3-star weakness to Poison in Monster Hunter Wilds can be game-changing. Equipping a bow with Poison Coating is particularly effective. While other status ailments can be used, Sleep is less impactful against this monster.

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How To Capture Xu Wu in Monster Hunter Wilds

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Once Xu Wu's health drops to 20 percent, it's your chance to capture it. Employing a Pitfall Trap or a Shock Trap, supplemented with meat as bait or even using yourself as a lure, can set the stage for success. Swiftly follow up with a tranquilizer shot to keep Xu Wu from escaping the trap within the critical few seconds.

This guide covers all you need to know about hunting and capturing Xu Wu in Monster Hunter Wilds. Remember, given its agility, keeping an eye on your stamina is essential.

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