Ready to conquer the Chatacabra, that long-tongued menace in *Monster Hunter Wilds*? This early-game foe is a great training ground, so let's master the art of the hunt, whether you're aiming for a kill or a capture.
How to Defeat the Chatacabra in *Monster Hunter Wilds*
Weaknesses: Ice, Thunder
Resistances: N/A
Immunities: Sonic Bomb
The Chatacabra, a large frog-like monster, primarily uses close-range tongue attacks. It may also rush you from a distance. While any weapon works, its smaller size makes weapons like the Bow and Charge Blade slightly less efficient due to their multi-hit attacks being more effective against larger targets.
Most attacks involve its tongue, making the front a dangerous zone. Besides its licking attack, it slams its front limbs into the ground after a noticeable rearing-up animation. The only significant attack from a distance is a head-raising move followed by a sweeping tongue attack.
The optimal strategy is to stay to its sides, dodging or blocking its slam attack. Exploiting its elemental weaknesses with Ice or Thunder weapons significantly speeds up the fight.
How to Capture the Chatacabra in *Monster Hunter Wilds*
Monster capturing in Monster Hunter Wilds is consistent, with the Chatacabra’s lack of flight simplifying things. Bring a Shock Trap or Pitfall Trap and two Tranquilizer Bombs (though packing one of each trap and eight Tranq Bombs is advisable for safety).
Battle the Chatacabra until its mini-map icon displays a skull, indicating its final retreat. Follow it, set your trap, and lure it inside. Once trapped, use two Tranq Bombs to subdue it. Congratulations, you've successfully captured the Chatacabra!
