"Discovering the Black Flame: A Guide for Monster Hunter Wilds Players"

In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the game has streamlined many of its systems, making monster tracking largely unnecessary. However, there's one notable exception: the Black Flame. Here’s a detailed guide on how to find and defeat this elusive creature.

Tracking the Black Flame in Monster Hunter Wilds

Around the midpoint of the main story, specifically in Chapter 3, you'll encounter the Black Flame in the Oilwell Basin. After its initial appearance, it will slither away, and your mission is to track it down and defeat it.

Begin your quest by leaving the Base Camp and heading towards Zone 9, as shown in the map screenshot below.

As you journey towards Zone 9, keep an eye out for tar tracks on the ground. Interacting with these tracks will prompt your Hunter to pick up the Black Flame's scent, which will then be relayed to your scoutflies. This feature simplifies the tracking process, guiding you directly to the monster’s location. Follow the green path illuminated by the scoutflies to reach the giant flaming crater in Zone 9, where you'll find the Black Flame.

The Black Flame, also known as Nu Udra, is a tentacled beast that employs fire and other flame-based attacks. To simplify the battle, focus on severing a few of its tentacles first. This strategy will grant you access to its inner weak points, enabling you to gather more materials after the fight.

Given the intense heat of the Oilwell Basin, it's wise to carry Cool Drinks to prevent continuous health depletion. These will help you maintain your health throughout the encounter.

That's the complete guide on how to locate and defeat the Black Flame in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and information on the game, including how to change your Palico's language and capture other monsters, be sure to visit The Escapist.