Discover the Black Flame: A Guide for Monster Hunter Wilds

In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the game has streamlined many of its systems, making monster tracking less of a necessity. However, there's one exception you need to know about: finding the Black Flame. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to track down and defeat this elusive monster.

Tracking the Black Flame in Monster Hunter Wilds

Around the midpoint of the main storyline in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, specifically in Chapter 3, you'll encounter the Black Flame monster. It makes a brief appearance before disappearing into the Oilwell Basin. Your mission is to track it down and ultimately slay it.

Start by leaving the Base Camp and heading towards Zone 9 of the region, as shown in the map screenshot below:

As you make your way to Zone 9, keep an eye out for tar tracks on the ground. Interact with these tracks, and your Hunter will pick up the Black Flame’s scent, which will then be relayed to your scoutflies. This will make tracking the monster much easier. Follow the green path illuminated by the scoutflies directly to Zone 9, where you'll find a giant flaming crater. Continue following the path to locate the Black Flame.

The Black Flame, also known as Nu Udra, is a formidable creature with tentacles and the ability to launch fire-based attacks. To make the battle more manageable, focus on severing a few of its tentacles first. This strategy will allow you to get closer to its vulnerable inner points, increasing your chances of obtaining more materials after the fight.

It's also wise to carry Cool Drinks with you to combat the intense heat of the region, which can otherwise cause your health to deplete continuously.

That's the complete guide on how to find and defeat the Black Flame in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and detailed information on the game, including how to change your Palico's language and capture other monsters, be sure to visit The Escapist.