How to Beat and Capture Rey Dau in Monster Hunter Wilds

While pursuing a mysterious dragon, you'll unexpectedly encounter a fierce battle between Rey Dau and another monster in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Unfortunately, the enraged Rey Dau sets its sights on your hunting party.

Monster Hunter Wilds Rey Dau Boss Fight Guide

Known Habitats: Windward Plains Breakable Parts: Horns, Wings, Tail Recommended Elemental Attacks: Ice and Water Effective Status Effects: Poison (2x), Sleep (2x), Paralysis (1x), Blastblight (2x), Stun (1x), Exhaust (2x) Effective Items: Pitfall Trap, Flash Pod, Dung Pod

Rey Dau, the first dragon you'll face in Monster Hunter Wilds, possesses the lightning element, rendering it immune to lightning attacks. However, it's vulnerable to other elements, particularly water and ice. Prioritize attacking its head (4-star weakness) or wings (3-star weakness). Avoid its sturdy torso and well-protected legs. Utilize all status effects except Stun and Paralysis.

Use a Flash Pod

Employ Flash Pods to temporarily stun Rey Dau, creating openings for significant damage. During its lightning attacks, aim for its glowing red horns (enter Focus Mode for better visibility) for maximum impact.

Wear Element-Resistant Gear

Fortify your defenses with element-resistant gear. The Hope Armor set, with its Divine Blessing skill, reduces damage and offers resistance to lightning and fire. Consider enhancing your elemental resistance further with a beneficial meal. Staying close to Rey Dau's legs can also help you avoid many of its attacks, as it primarily targets areas in front of and behind it.

Pay Attention to the Environment

Rey Dau's flight patterns will take it across the Windward Plains. Utilize Vine Traps located near the lone tree to briefly stun the dragon. However, exercise caution near its nest, as it employs a powerful follow-up lightning attack in that area.

How to Capture Rey Dau in Monster Hunter Wilds

Capturing Rey Dau offers alternative rewards. Reduce its health until the skull icon appears near its mini-map icon. Then, deploy a Pitfall Trap and quickly follow up with a Tranquilizer before it escapes. Remember, Shock Traps are ineffective against this lightning dragon.

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