"Mastering Chatacabra Hunt in Monster Hunter Wilds"

If you're diving into *Monster Hunter Wilds* and want to master the art of taking down the Chatacabra, one of the first monsters you'll encounter, you're in the right place. This long-tongued frog-like beast can be both hunted for a kill or captured for a more humane approach. Let's break down the best strategies for both methods to help you become a pro at tackling this menace.

How to Beat Chatacabra in Monster Hunter Wilds

The Chatacabra has distinct weaknesses and resistances that you can exploit for a quicker victory. It's weak to Ice and Thunder, so bringing weapons or ammo with these elements will speed up your hunt. Notably, it has no specific resistances but is immune to Sonic Bombs, so don't waste them on this creature.

This monster primarily uses close-range attacks with its tongue, which can be dangerous if you're positioned in front of it. It also uses its front limbs to slam the ground, a move that's always preceded by it rearing up. The only other notable attack is when it sweeps its tongue behind it after raising its head to the sky.

The key to defeating the Chatacabra efficiently is to position yourself near its sides. From here, you can dodge or block its slam attacks easily. Utilizing weapons with Ice or Thunder elements will make the fight even quicker. With these strategies, you'll soon be sporting that new frog skin hat!

How to Capture Chatacabra in Monster Hunter Wilds

Capturing the Chatacabra in *Monster Hunter Wilds* follows the standard procedure for capturing any monster in the game. Fortunately, since the Chatacabra can't fly, it's a bit easier to handle. To prepare, ensure you have a Shock Trap or a Pitfall Trap, and at least two Tranq Bombs. It's wise to carry one of each trap and up to eight Tranq Bombs to be safe.

Engage the Chatacabra in battle until its icon on the mini-map shows a small skull, indicating it's weakened and trying to limp away to a new area for the last time. Follow it to its destination, set down your trap, and lure the Chatacabra into it. Once it's trapped, throw two Tranq Bombs at it to put it to sleep, completing the capture. This method not only saves you time but also allows for a different kind of reward from your hunt.