Facing Nerscylla in *Monster Hunter Wilds* can be a daunting task, especially for those with arachnophobia or fans of the *Monster Hunter* film, where this giant spider might have inspired a few nightmares. But fear not, as Nerscylla also offers high-affinity weapons, making it a worthwhile challenge. Let’s dive into how to conquer this formidable foe.
How to Beat Nerscylla in Monster Hunter Wilds
Nerscylla's weaknesses are fire and thunder (especially when its mantle is broken), while it resists sleep and is immune to sonic bombs. This massive, spiky spider is a force to be reckoned with, combining speed and agility with its web-based abilities. It can immobilize you with webbing, poison you with its bite, and even put you to sleep with its rear stinger, making it a master of status effect damage. Always come prepared with antidotes for sleep and poison, or you'll find yourself in serious trouble.
When facing Nerscylla, be vigilant of its two main attack types: bite and web attacks. The bite attacks, characterized by the spider rearing back and revealing two orange fangs, result in a forward charge and a slam that inflicts poison and massive damage. To evade these, position yourself behind Nerscylla or swiftly retreat.
Web attacks are equally dangerous. Nerscylla can shoot webs directly at you or in a spread pattern, immobilizing you if they hit. Dodge these to stay free. Additionally, watch out for its rapid horizontal web charge and its Spider-Man-like vertical swing. Sidestepping is crucial to avoiding these swift maneuvers.
How to Capture Nerscylla in Monster Hunter Wilds
Capturing Nerscylla requires preparation and precision. Equip yourself with a Pitfall Trap, a Shock Trap, and Tranq Bombs—ideally, bring two of each trap and at least two Tranq Bombs to account for any mishaps.
Engage Nerscylla in combat, pushing it to the brink of defeat. You'll know it's near death when it begins to limp, your NPC teammates comment on its weakness, or a skull icon appears on your mini-map next to Nerscylla's symbol. Once it's sufficiently weakened, set a trap, lure Nerscylla into it, and then use two Tranq Bombs to secure the capture. With these strategies, you'll be well on your way to mastering the art of defeating and capturing Nerscylla in *Monster Hunter Wilds*.
