If you're diving into *Monster Hunter Wilds* and find yourself facing the daunting Nerscylla, you're not alone in your trepidation. This colossal spider, infamous for its role in the *Monster Hunter* film, is not just a source of nightmares but also a prime target for high-affinity weapons. Let's break down how to conquer this arachnid beast.
How to Beat Nerscylla in Monster Hunter Wilds
Nerscylla's weaknesses include Fire and Thunder (especially when its mantle is broken), while it resists Sleep and is immune to Sonic Bombs. This spider is not just large and intimidating; it's also incredibly fast and agile, using its web to immobilize you, poison you with its bite, and even put you to sleep with its rear stinger. It's a master of status effect damage, so come prepared with antidotes for sleep and poison.
When facing Nerscylla, be wary of its two main attack types: bite/pincer attacks and web attacks. The bite attack is signaled by the spider rearing back with two orange fangs protruding, followed by a forward charge and a slam that inflicts poison and massive damage. Your best defense is to position yourself behind it or simply run away.
Web attacks are equally dangerous. Nerscylla can shoot webs directly at you or in a spread pattern, which can immobilize you if you're hit. Dodge these to stay free. It can also charge at you horizontally with web or swing up like Spider-Man, both of which require quick side-dodging or blocking to avoid.
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. While you technically need only one trap and two Tranq Bombs, it's wise to bring extras due to the unpredictable nature of *Monster Hunter Wilds*.
Engage Nerscylla in combat and weaken it until it's on the brink of defeat. You'll know it's time when it starts limping, NPCs comment on its weakened state, or a skull icon appears next to its marker on the mini-map. Once it's sufficiently weakened, set your trap, lure Nerscylla into it, and then use two Tranq Bombs to successfully capture this formidable foe.
