Conquer Doshaguma in Monster Hunter Rise

While monsters generally prefer the solitude of the wild, their territorial instincts sometimes lead them to attack villages. In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, you'll face off against a particularly aggressive foe: the rampaging Alpha Doshaguma.

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Known Habitats: Windward Plains, Scarlet Forest, and 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

Utilizing Flash Pods

Despite its massive size, the Doshaguma possesses surprising agility. Its leaps and dashes make it a challenging target, especially for melee fighters. A Flash Pod provides a crucial tactical advantage, temporarily blinding the beast and creating an opening for attacks or even mounting.

Strategic Targeting: Legs and Head

Prioritize attacks on the Doshaguma's forelegs, boasting a 3-star weakness for significant damage. While the hind legs offer a 2-star weakness, they're less optimal. The head also presents a 3-star weakness. Targeting the tail, while less damaging, allows for breakage and valuable monster parts.

Elemental Advantage: Fire and Lightning

In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, fire and lightning are your best elemental allies against the Doshaguma. Bowgun users should stock up on Flaming and Thunder ammo. Equipping fire-enhancing decorations further amplifies your offensive capabilities. Focus fire attacks on the head and torso, while lightning attacks are most effective against the head.

Countering Blastblight

The Doshaguma's attacks inflict Blastblight, a status ailment culminating in a damaging explosion if the gauge fills or you receive a heavy hit. Nulberries or Deodorant provide a cure. Alternatively, three consecutive dodge rolls can negate the effect.

Environmental Traps

While brute force is tempting, leverage the environment. Doshaguma's roaming areas often contain natural traps. Remember to sheath your weapon before using your slinger and ensure the monster is directly above the trap before activating it.

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Capturing the Doshaguma

For a live capture, reduce the Doshaguma's HP to 20% or less. Place a Shock or Pitfall Trap, then lure the monster into it using Luring Ammo or meat. Once trapped, repeatedly use tranquilizer ammo until it's incapacitated.

That's your comprehensive guide to hunting and capturing the Doshaguma in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Remember a hearty pre-hunt meal for beneficial buffs!

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