While pursuing a mysterious dragon, you'll encounter a fierce battle with Rey Dau, a formidable monster in Monster Hunter Wilds. This enraged beast is intent on destruction, and your hunting party is unfortunately in its sights.
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 is the first dragon you'll face in Monster Hunter Wilds. Its lightning element makes it immune to lightning attacks, but it's vulnerable to other elements, particularly water and ice. Its head boasts a 4-star weakness, making it a prime target. The wings are another good option (3-star weakness). Avoid its sturdy torso. If the head proves difficult to hit, focus on its tail. Its legs are well-protected, so avoid targeting them. For status effects, utilize all but Stun and Paralysis (stunning a lightning dragon is futile).
Use a Flash Pod
Employing Flash Pods is a highly effective strategy. These temporarily stun Rey Dau, creating openings for critical hits. When it unleashes its lightning attack, capitalize on the opportunity to strike its horn for significant damage. Remember to activate Focus Mode to highlight the glowing red horns.
Wear Element-Resistant Gear
If survival is a challenge, equip gear that enhances elemental resistance. The Hope Armor set, with its Divine Blessing skill, reduces damage and provides resistance to lightning and fire, making it ideal. Consider consuming a meal that boosts elemental resistance as well.
For those struggling with dodging, stay close to Rey Dau's legs. The monster primarily attacks areas in front of and behind it, minimizing your exposure near its legs.
Pay Attention to the Environment
Rey Dau will fly between locations. In the open plains, utilize Vine Traps found on the lone tree to briefly stun it. However, exercise caution when it retreats to its nest, as it possesses a powerful follow-up lightning attack there. Avoid reckless attacks in this area to prevent being electrocuted.
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How to Capture Rey Dau in Monster Hunter Wilds
Capturing Rey Dau offers rewards beyond slaying it. Reduce its health to near-death levels (watch for the skull icon on the minimap). Lay a trap (a Pitfall Trap is recommended, as Shock Traps are ineffective against lightning dragons) and then quickly use a Tranquilizer to secure the capture. You have limited time, so be prepared.
Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
