Unlike most mythological cockatrices, though, the Quematrice doesn’t unleash its flames from its mouth.

Keep an eye on this monster’s backside, in other words!

For now, here are our top tips onhow to beat the Quematricein Monster Hunter Wilds.

A close-up of a Quematrice, a large monster in Monster Hunter Wilds, biting into a large slab of meat held by several palico.

Skip ahead to ourtips and strategysection for more details on each of these points!

Focus on dealingphysical damageto these areas.

The element that the Quematrice is weakest to isWater, as long as you target the head and tail.

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Elemental damage in general isn’t a top priority for this monster, which isextremely resistant to Fire.

If you’re going to use status effects against the Quematrice,PoisonandParalysiswork best.

When it comes to traps,Flash Pods, Shock Traps, and Pitfall Trapsare effective.

A map of the plains area in Monster Hunter Wilds, showing the location of the Quematrice.

As for armor, wearing anything with additional Fire resistance is advised.

Both theLeatherandBonesets do the job.

Quematrice tips and strategy

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Monster Hunter Wilds screenshot showing a large Quematrice monster up close.

Duck and roll out of the way.

All are telltale signs to dodge.

If you have Nulberries, use them to remove this status effect.

A table showing all of the Quematrice’s weaknesses in Monster Hunter Wilds.

If you don’t, start rolling as much as your stamina will let you to smother the flames.

The vine will fall, temporarily immobilising it.

Don’t forget to go back and harvest the tail once you’ve won the fight!

A battle against the Quematrice in Monster Hunter Wilds. The monster has several wounds on its tail and legs.

For more help, head to ourMonster Hunter Wilds walkthroughand our expansivelist of all monstersin the game!

A hunter suffers from a severe fire attack and contracts Fireblight in this battle against a Quematrice in Monster Hunter Wilds.