How to Find and Beat Chatacabra in Monster Hunter Wilds

The first monster you properly fight in Monster Hunter Wilds is the Chatacabra and, honestly, it’s a cakewalk. This toad is no trouble at all. Even when you get to Frenzied or Tempered versions of foes, it’s an easy hunt in the game. Still, here’s how to beat this baddie.

Where do I find the Chatacabra in Monster Hunter Wilds?

Odds are, you’re going to find the Chatacabra in the Windward Plains. It’s an incredibly common spawn there. There might be a rare Wounded Hollow appearance from it, but don’t count on it. It also can show up during the day or night during any season. You’ll see it both during the campaign and during the postgame. 

It’s also the target for the Optional Quest “A Futile Fight,” which you unlock after beating it. 

How do I beat a Chatacabra?

It is so easy. As the tutorial monster, it is susceptible to all types of damage. So whether you use a weapon that deals blunt, slashing, or shot damage, it’ll hurt. It’s best to attack from the front or to aim for its head from the side, as its tongue and forelegs are both weak. The tongue can even be broken. Using ice or thunder element attacks on those two parts will be extra effective. 

As it is a frog, expect lots of leaping and tongue attacks. It’ll swipe with its front forearms too. If you have a Flash Pod, Pitfall Trap, or Shock Trap, that’ll work. You can also poison it, paralize it, and stun it fairly easy.

What are the Chatacabra drops in Monster Hunter Wilds?

You get a Chatacabra Certificat for beating the monster. Which you need for its armor and such. Chatacabra Shells are very common, and you’re guaranteed it if you break its forelegs. The Chatacabra Jaw is one of the more rare parts, but I tended to get one from carving up the carcass. You can also get Chatacabra Hides and Scales, which are only slightly uncommon. 

If you want a full set of armor, you need to fight until you get at least three jaws. You need it for the Chatacabra Helm, Chatacabra Coil, and Chatacabra Greaves.

Monster Hunter Wilds is available for the PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC.