How to Beat and Capture Nerscylla in Monster Hunter Wilds

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 delve into 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), but it resists Sleep and is immune to Sonic Bombs. This spider is not just large and intimidating; it's also incredibly fast and agile, utilizing its web to ensnare 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 primary attack types: bite/pincer attacks and web attacks. The bite attack is signaled by the spider rearing back with its 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 swiftly retreat.

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. Additionally, watch out for its rapid horizontal charge and its Spider-Man-like swing attack, both of which you can evade with timely side movements or blocks.

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 both types of traps and extra bombs to account for any mishaps.

Engage Nerscylla in combat until it's nearly defeated. You'll know it's close to capture 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 a trap, lure Nerscylla into it, and then use two Tranq Bombs to successfully capture this formidable foe.