"Conquer Rompopolo: Capture Strategies in Monster Hunter Wilds"

In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the beasts you encounter are not only ferocious but also uniquely memorable. Among them, Rompopolo stands out as a particularly distinctive Brute Wyvern. If you're looking to conquer this beast, here's a comprehensive guide on how to unlock, defeat, and capture Rompopolo.

How to Unlock Rompopolo in Monster Hunter Wilds

You'll first encounter Rompopolo in Chapter 2 during Mission 2-1: Toward Fervent Fields. Upon reaching the Oilwell Basin region, Rompopolo will make its appearance as you journey towards Azuz City. Defeating it is essential to progress further in the game.

Once you've defeated Rompopolo at least once, its entry will be added to your Large Monster Field Guide. You can then engage with it repeatedly by either exploring the Oilwell Basin or by starting the "Oilwell Basin Blast" Optional Quest from your Tent.

How to Beat and Capture Rompopolo in Monster Hunter Wilds

To prepare effectively for this battle, arm your hunter with water-element weapons, which you can obtain from Uth Duna in the Scarlet Forest. Additionally, equip gear with fire resistance, which can be farmed from Uth Duna (initially just the belt and greaves) or from Ajarakan later in the chapter.

Consider crafting a fire-resistance Talisman like the Fire Charm I or a general defense charm like Defense Charm I. Before heading into battle, don't forget to grill a meal to boost your health and stamina.

Rompopolo Attacks and Weaknesses

Rompopolo, a unique wyvern, uses its saggy, gas-filled skin to launch a variety of gas-related attacks that can cause explosions. It can also inflict poison, so carrying Antidotes is crucial. Your Palico can help cleanse these ailments, though not always reliably.

Key attacks to be aware of include:

• Arm Swipe – Rompopolo uses its clawed arms to swipe forward twice. This attack has limited range and is easy to dodge.
• Lunge With Arm Swipe – Rompopolo charges forward while raising its arms to perform an arcing swipe.
• Tail Swing – Rompopolo swings its tail towards its target.
• Poison Stream or Swipe – Rompopolo sprays a stream of poison gas or charges while swinging its head and spraying poison.
• Oil Explosion – From a distance, Rompopolo injects gas into oil pools to cause explosions. Dodge these to avoid damage.
• Charged Oil Explosion – Later in the fight, Rompopolo pumps more gas into the oil for a larger explosion. Dodging is essential as it inflicts significant damage.

Should You Kill or Capture Rompopolo?

As with previous *Monster Hunter* games, you have the option to either capture or kill Rompopolo near the end of the battle. To capture, weaken the monster until your Palico notes it looks "tired." Then, use Shock Traps or Pitfall Traps to ensnare it, followed by at least one Tranq Bomb to knock it out, completing the capture.

Both capturing and killing Rompopolo yield viable rewards, though the items you receive may differ slightly. Some items are exclusive to captures, while others are obtained through kills. Here are the potential drops from Rompopolo:

Low Rank Item Drops

High Rank Item Drops

This guide covers everything you need to know about defeating and capturing Rompopolo in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and strategies, be sure to explore our other guides, including how to increase and max your hunter rank.

*Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*