In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, your pursuit of the mysterious dragon leads you into a fierce confrontation between Rey Dau and the beast. The situation escalates quickly as the enraged monster turns its fury towards your group, setting the stage for an intense battle.
Monster Hunter Wilds Rey Dau Boss Fight Guide
Rey Dau, the first dragon monster you encounter in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, wields the lightning element, making it immune to lightning-based attacks. However, it's vulnerable to other elements, particularly water and ice. The most effective target is its head, boasting a 4-star weakness, followed by its wings with a 3-star weakness. Avoid attacking its sturdy torso and well-protected legs; instead, aim for its tail if hitting the head proves challenging. For status ailments, all are effective except Stun and Paralysis, given its lightning affinity.
Use a Flash Pod
A key strategy to swiftly defeat Rey Dau is deploying a Flash Pod. This tool temporarily stuns the monster, providing a window to land critical hits. When Rey Dau unleashes its lightning attack, target its glowing red horns in Focus Mode for maximum damage.
Wear Element-Resistant Gear
To enhance your survival chances, equip gear that boosts your elemental resistance. The Hope Armor set, with its Divine Blessing skill, reduces damage and offers resistance to Lightning and Fire. Complement this with a meal that further boosts your elemental resistance. If dodging is a challenge, position yourself near Rey Dau's legs, as the monster primarily attacks in front and behind, minimizing your risk of getting hit.
Pay Attention to the Environment
Rey Dau's mobility during the fight requires you to be aware of your surroundings. In the open plains, utilize Vine Traps on the lone tree to momentarily stun the dragon. Be cautious when it returns to its nest, as it can unleash a follow-up lightning attack that can easily stun you. Patience is key to avoid a fatal shock.
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How to Capture Rey Dau in Monster Hunter Wilds
Beyond battling Rey Dau to the death, capturing it offers additional rewards. To capture, reduce its health until it's near death, indicated by a skull icon on the mini-map. Use a Pitfall Trap, as Shock Traps are ineffective against this lightning dragon. Follow up quickly with a Tranquilizer to secure the capture within the brief window available.
*Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*
