In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the beasts you encounter are not only ferocious but also uniquely memorable. Among them, Rompopolo stands out as one of the most distinctive Brute Wyvern-type monsters. 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 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 you can farm from Uth Duna (initially, only 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 the fight, don't forget to grill a meal to boost your health and stamina.
Rompopolo Attacks and Weaknesses
Rompopolo, with its unique bipedal structure and saggy skin that inflates with gas, employs a variety of gas-related attacks that can cause explosions. It can also inflict poison status ailments, so carrying Antidotes is crucial. Your Palico can help cleanse most ailments, though not always consistently.
Key attacks to be wary of include:
- Arm Swipe – Rompopolo uses its clawed arms to swipe forward twice. This attack is easy to dodge due to its limited range.
- Lunge With Arm Swipe – Rompopolo charges forward while raising both arms to perform an arcing swipe attack.
- Tail Swing – Rompopolo swings its tail towards its target.
- Poison Stream or Swipe – Rompopolo sprays a stream of poison gas or charges forward while swinging its head and spraying poison.
- Oil Explosion – From a distance, Rompopolo uses its tail stinger to inject gas into oil pools, causing explosions. Dodge these to avoid damage.
- Charged Oil Explosion – Later in the fight, Rompopolo curls its tail underneath itself to pump more gas into the oil, causing a larger explosion. Dodging this 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 it, weaken the monster until your Palico indicates it's "tired" (nearly dead). 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 are viable options, with the primary difference being the item rewards you receive. While the exact differences are yet to be confirmed, here are the potential low-rank and high-rank drops from Rompopolo:
Low Rank Item Drops
| Item Name | Drop Rate |
|---|---|
| Rompopolo Hide | 25% (Wound Destroy – 80%) (Body Carve – 35%) |
| Rompopolo Claw | 15% (Foreleg Broken – 100%) (Body Carve – 20%) |
| Rompopolo Beak | 22% (Broken Head – 40%) (Body Carve – 30%) |
| Spotted Poison Hide | 10% (Broken Head – 60%) (Broken Back – 60%) (Broken Tail – 60%) (Wound Destroy – 20%) (Body Carve – 15%) |
| Poison Sac | 20% |
| Rompopolo Certificate | 8% |
High Rank Item Drops
| Item Name | Drop Rate |
|---|---|
| Rompopolo Hide+ | 10% (Wound Destroyed – 80%) (Body Carve – 15%) |
| Rompopolo Claw+ | 15% (Broken Foreleg – 100%) (Body Carve – 20%) |
| Rompopolo Beak+ | 22% (Broken Head – 40%) (Body Carve – 27%) |
| Spotted Poison Hide+ | 10% (Broken Head – 60%) (Broken Back – 60%) (Broken Tail – 60%) (Wound Destroyed – 20%) (Body Carve – 15%) |
| Toxin Sac | 20% |
| Wyvern Gem | 3% (Body Carve – 5%) |
| Rompopolo Certificate S | 8% |
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.*
