In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, your journey through the Ruins of Wyveria will lead you to confront the formidable Ebony Odogaron, the guardian of this ancient locale. Known for its unparalleled speed, this monster is one of the fastest creatures you'll encounter in the game, making it a challenging adversary.
Monster Hunter Wilds Ebony Odogaron Boss Fight Guide
Known Habitats
- Ruins of Wyveria
Breakable Parts
- Head
- Tail
- Legs
Recommended Elemental Attack
- Water
Effective Status Effects
- Poison (2x)
- Sleep (2x)
- Paralysis (3x)
- Blastblight (2x)
- Stun (2x)
- Exhaust (-)
Effective Items
- Pitfall Trap
- Shock Trap
- Flash Pod
Stun the Monster
Ebony Odogaron's speed can be overwhelming, often leaving players struggling to keep up. To counter this, stunning the monster is crucial. You can find a Flashfly in the vicinity to trigger and stun Ebony Odogaron. Alternatively, crafting Flash Pods to shoot at the monster will also immobilize it, giving you a much-needed breather during the fight.
Bring Teammates
Facing Ebony Odogaron alone can be daunting, as you'll spend most of your time dodging its relentless attacks. To mitigate this, consider bringing teammates into the fray. Send out SOS signals to rally other players for backup. If no one responds, NPCs can step in, serving as effective shields. When the monster targets you, focus on dodging until it shifts its attention to your allies.
Pull Down Entangled Rocks
During the battle, you'll encounter an area with Entangled Rocks hanging above. Use your slinger to pull them down, stunning the boss for a few precious seconds. This tactic can only be used once per fight, but you can also deploy Pitfall and Shock Traps to immobilize the creature two more times, giving you additional opportunities to attack.
Beware of Dragonblight
Ebony Odogaron can inflict Dragonblight, which won't directly harm you but will hinder your ability to deal elemental or status effect damage. To counteract this, use a Nulberry to remove the status effect, or equip a decoration with Level 3 Dragon Resistance or Blight Resistance to prevent it from affecting you.
Inflict Paralysis
Inflicting Paralysis on Ebony Odogaron is highly recommended. This status effect will immobilize the monster for a short period, significantly easing the fight. If you can knock it down while it's standing over roots, it may become further entangled, providing you with more time to inflict damage.
Aim for the Head
The head of Ebony Odogaron is its most vulnerable spot, boasting a 3-star weakness. Targeting this area will maximize your damage output, though it also puts you at greater risk. If you prefer a safer approach, aim for its forelegs and tail. While these parts won't yield as much damage, you might still manage to break them, further weakening the monster.
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How to Capture Ebony Odogaron in Monster Hunter Wilds
Capturing Ebony Odogaron in *Monster Hunter Wilds* involves using a Pitfall or Shock Trap. However, you must first reduce its health to 20 percent or below. Only then will the tranquilizer effectively put it to sleep, allowing for a successful capture. If you fail to do so, the monster will break free, forcing you to continue the battle.
Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
