Master Monster Hunter Wilds by learning the elemental and physical weaknesses of every monster. Discover how to exploit their weak points for faster hunts and better rewards.
Alright, hunter! So you want to know how to really bring down these beasts in Monster Hunter Wilds, huh? Knowing what they're weak to is half the battle. We've got a rundown here of what elements and attacks work best against each monster, plus which parts of their bodies are the easiest to break. Use this to your advantage and you'll be farming them in no time!
Monster Weaknesses
Here's a quick jump list to find the monster you're hunting:
Ajarakan
Arkveld
Balahara
Blangonga
Chatacabra
Congalala
Doshaguma
Gore Magala
Gravios
Guardian Arkveld
Guardian Doshaguma
Guardian Ebony Odogaron
Guardian Fulgur Anjanath
Guardian Rathalos
Gypceros
Hirabami
Jin Dahaad
Lala Barina
Nerscylla
Nu Udra
Quematrice
Rathalos
Rathian
Rey Dau
Rompopolo
Uth Duna
Xu Wu
Yian Kut-Ku
Zoh Shia
Ajarakan Weakness
The Ajarakan is particularly vulnerable to Water and Ice attacks. Remember this when you're picking your gear!
Ajarakan Body Part Weaknesses
| Body Part | Cut | Blunt | Ammo | Fire | Water | Thunder | Ice | Dragon |
| Head | ||||||||
| Left Foreleg | ||||||||
| Right Foreleg | ||||||||
| Belly | ||||||||
| Back | ||||||||
| Left Hindleg | ||||||||
| Right Hindleg | ||||||||
| Tail | ||||||||
| Tail Tip |
Ajarakan Status Effect Effectiveness
| Status Effect | Effectiveness | Items | Effectiveness |
| Poison | Flash Pod | ||
| Sleep | Sonic Bomb | ||
| Paralysis | Shock Trap | ||
| Blastblight | Pitfall Trap | ||
| Stun | – | – | – |
| Exhaust | – | – | – |
Arkveld Weakness
Arkveld Weakness
When you're facing an Arkveld, your best bet is to hit it with Dragon element attacks. It really doesn't like that!
Arkveld Body Part Weaknesses
| Body Part | Cut | Blunt | Ammo | Fire | Water | Thunder | Ice | Dragon |
| Head | ||||||||
| Torso | ||||||||
| Left Wing | ||||||||
| Right Wing | ||||||||
| Left Chainblade | ||||||||
| Right Chainblade | ||||||||
| Left Leg | ||||||||
| Right Leg | ||||||||
| Tail |
Arkveld Status Effect Effectiveness
| Status Effect | Effectiveness | Items | Effectiveness |
| Poison | Flash Pod | ||
| Sleep | Sonic Bomb | ||
| Paralysis | Shock Trap | ||
| Blastblight | Pitfall Trap | ||
| Stun | – | – | – |
| Exhaust | – | – | – |
Balahara Weakness
The Balahara really struggles against Thunder element attacks. Keep that in mind!
Balahara Body Part Weaknesses
| Body Part | Cut | Blunt | Ammo | Fire | Water | Thunder | Ice | Dragon |
| Head | ||||||||
| Neck | ||||||||
| Torso | ||||||||
| Left Foreleg | ||||||||
| Right Foreleg | ||||||||
| Left Hindleg | ||||||||
| Right Hindleg | ||||||||
| Tail |
Balahara Status Effect Effectiveness
| Status Effect | Effectiveness | Items | Effectiveness |
| Poison | Flash Pod | ||
| Sleep | Sonic Bomb | ||
| Paralysis | Shock Trap | ||
| Blastblight | Pitfall Trap | ||
| Stun | – | – | – |
| Exhaust | – | – | – |
Blangonga Weakness
Blangonga Body Part Weaknesses
| Body Part | Cut | Blunt | Ammo | Fire | Water | Thunder | Ice | Dragon |
| Head | ||||||||
| Torso | ||||||||
| Left Foreleg | ||||||||
| Right Foreleg | ||||||||
| Left Hindleg | ||||||||
| Right Hindleg | ||||||||
| Tail |
Blangonga Status Effect Effectiveness
| Status Effect | Effectiveness | Items | Effectiveness |
| Poison | Flash Pod | ||
| Sleep | Sonic Bomb | ||
| Paralysis | Shock Trap | ||
| Blastblight | Pitfall Trap | ||
| Stun | – | – | – |
| Exhaust | – | – | – |
Chatacabra Weakness
Go for Ice and Thunder when you're hunting a Chatacabra; those are its main weak points.
Chatacabra Body Part Weaknesses
| Body Part | Cut | Blunt | Ammo | Fire | Water | Thunder | Ice | Dragon |
| Head | ||||||||
| Tongue | ||||||||
| Torso | ||||||||
| Left Foreleg | ||||||||
| Right Foreleg | ||||||||
| Left Hindleg | ||||||||
| Right Hindleg | ||||||||
| Rear |
Chatacabra Status Effect Effectiveness
| Status Effect | Effectiveness | Items | Effectiveness |
| Poison | Flash Pod | ||
| Sleep | Sonic Bomb | ||
| Paralysis | Shock Trap | ||
| Blastblight | Pitfall Trap | ||
| Stun | – | – | – |
| Exhaust | – | – | – |
Congalala Weakness
The Congalala is pretty weak to Fire and Ice. Bring the heat or the chill!
Congalala Body Part Weaknesses
| Body Part | Cut | Blunt | Ammo | Fire | Water | Thunder | Ice | Dragon |
| Head | ||||||||
| Torso | ||||||||
| Left Foreleg | ||||||||
| Right Foreleg | ||||||||
| Left Hindleg | ||||||||
| Right Hindleg | ||||||||
| Tail |
Congalala Status Effect Effectiveness
| Status Effect | Effectiveness | Items | Effectiveness |
| Poison | Flash Pod | ||
| Sleep | Sonic Bomb | ||
| Paralysis | Shock Trap | ||
| Blastblight | Pitfall Trap | ||
| Stun | – | – | – |
| Exhaust | – | – | – |
Doshaguma Weakness
Doshaguma Body Part Weaknesses
| Body Part | Cut | Blunt | Ammo | Fire | Water | Thunder | Ice | Dragon |
| Head | ||||||||
| Torso | ||||||||
| Left Foreleg | ||||||||
| Right Foreleg | ||||||||
| Left Hindleg | ||||||||
| Right Hindleg | ||||||||
| Tail Hair |
Doshaguma Status Effect Effectiveness
| Status Effect | Effectiveness | Items | Effectiveness |
| Poison | Flash Pod | ||
| Sleep | Sonic Bomb | ||
| Paralysis | Shock Trap |
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