In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the series has streamlined many of its systems to the extent that tracking monsters is no longer necessary for most of your adventures. However, there's one notable exception: the elusive Black Flame. Here’s a detailed guide on how to locate and conquer this fiery beast in *Monster Hunter Wilds*.
Tracking the Black Flame in Monster Hunter Wilds
Midway through the main story in Chapter 3, you'll encounter the Black Flame, also known as Nu Udra. This tentacled monster, capable of launching devastating fire and flame-based attacks, will make a brief appearance before disappearing into the Oilwell Basin. Your mission is to track it down and slay it.
Start by leaving the Base Camp and heading towards Zone 9 of the region. Use the map screenshot below as your guide.
As you make your way to Zone 9, keep an eye out for tar tracks on the ground. When you find them, interact with them to let your Hunter pick up the Black Flame's trail. This action will send the trail's information to your scoutflies, making it easier to track the monster's exact location. Follow the green path illuminated by the scoutflies directly to Zone 9, where you'll find a giant flaming crater. The Black Flame will be waiting for you there.
In the battle against Nu Udra, focus on severing a few of its tentacles first. This strategy will simplify the fight, allowing you closer access to its more vulnerable inner points, which in turn, will yield more materials once you defeat it.
Don't forget to equip yourself with Cool Drinks to mitigate the effects of the region's heat, as prolonged exposure without them can lead to continuous health depletion.
That's the complete guide on how to find and defeat the Black Flame in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more in-depth tips and tricks, including how to change your Palico's language and how to capture monsters, be sure to visit The Escapist.
