While monsters typically roam the wilds, occasional village attacks are unavoidable. In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, you'll face the formidable Alpha Doshaguma.
Recommended Videos: Monster Hunter Wilds Doshaguma/Alpha Doshaguma Boss Fight Guide
Known Habitats: Windward Plains, Scarlet Forest, Ruins of Wyveria
Breakable Parts: Tail and Forelegs
Recommended Elemental Attacks: Fire and Lightning
Effective Status Effects: Poison (2x), Sleep (2x), Paralysis (2x), Blastblight (2x), Stun (2x), Exhaust (2x)
Effective Items: Flash Pod, Shock Trap, Pitfall Trap
Using Flash Pods
Despite its size, Doshaguma is remarkably agile, making it a challenging target for melee weapons. Flash Pods provide a temporary solution; blinding the monster for a few precious seconds, allowing for attacks or even mounting.
Targeting Weak Points
Prioritize Doshaguma's forelegs (3-star weakness) for optimal damage. While the hind legs offer a 2-star weakness, they're less effective. The head also boasts a 3-star weakness. Breaking its tail, though less damaging, yields valuable monster parts.
Elemental Advantage
Fire and lightning are your best elemental bets. Bowgun users should utilize Flaming and Thunder ammo. Weapon decorations enhancing fire skills are also highly recommended. Focus fire attacks on the head and torso (fire) or solely the head (lightning).
Blastblight Awareness
Doshaguma inflicts Blastblight, causing explosions if the gauge fills or after a heavy attack. Nulberries, Deodorant, or three consecutive dodge rolls can negate this effect.
Strategic Trap Usage
Don't just blindly attack; utilize environmental traps. Remember to sheath your weapon before using your slinger, ensuring the monster is directly above the trap before activating it.
Related: Monster Hunter Wilds Weapon Tier List (Best Weapons to Use)
Capturing Doshaguma
For capture, reduce Doshaguma's HP to 20% or less. Set a Shock or Pitfall Trap, then lure it into the trap using Luring Ammo or meat. Once trapped, repeatedly use tranquilizer ammo to subdue it.
This covers hunting and capturing Doshaguma in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Remember a hearty meal before the hunt for enhanced buffs.
*Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*
