Kulu-Ya-Ku Guide: How to Hunt, Defeat, and Craft Gear

The Kulu-Ya-Ku is a large, bird-like creature first encountered in Monster Hunter: World during the “Bird-Brained Bandit” quest. Known for its unique ability to wield rocks, the Kulu-Ya-Ku presents an interesting challenge for beginners. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know to take down this feathery foe, including its weaknesses, materials, and combat strategies.

Kulu-Ya-Ku Overview

• Difficulty: Beginner (2⭐)
• Location: Ancient Forest, Wildspire Waste
• Size: Large
• Species: Bird Wyvern
• Weaknesses:
  • Water: 3⭐
  • Fire: 2⭐
  • Thunder: 2⭐
  • Ice: 2⭐
  • Dragon: 2⭐

Carvable Materials and Rewards

Low Rank Materials (Carves and Rewards):

• Scale (5⭐)
• Hide (4⭐)
• Beak (4⭐)
• Plume (3⭐)
• Monster Bone(s) (4⭐)

High Rank Materials (Carves and Rewards):

• Scale+ (5⭐)
• Hide+ (4⭐)
• Beak+ (4⭐)
• Plume+ (3⭐)
• Bird Wyvern Gem (⭐)

Kulu-Ya-Ku Fight Mechanics

Main Fight Mechanic: Rock Wielding

• Rock Shield: The Kulu-Ya-Ku has the ability to dig up rocks from the ground and use them as a shield or weapon. When it picks up a rock, it will block most attacks unless you use your slinger to knock it out of its hands. Aim for 3 slinger shots (using stones) to disarm it.

Kulu-Ya-Ku Attacks

• Lunge Strike: The Kulu-Ya-Ku lunges forward with its claws.
• Lunge Bite: A quick lunge and bite attack.
• Peck: The Kulu-Ya-Ku walks forward while pecking at the ground.
• Charge: It charges at you to close the distance.
• Charge Smash (with rock): A charged attack that culminates in a rock smash.
• Jump Smash (with rock): Kulu-Ya-Ku leaps into the air and smashes the ground with its rock.

Fight Tips for Kulu-Ya-Ku

• Eat a Meal: Always have a meal from the Canteen before heading into battle to boost your health and stamina.
• Stay Near the Tail: The Kulu-Ya-Ku doesn’t have many attacks that can reach its tail, so staying behind it can provide consistent damage opportunities.
• Exploit Elemental Weaknesses: If you have access to elemental weapons, exploit its weakness to Water (3⭐).
• Slinger Use: When Kulu-Ya-Ku is holding a rock, use your slinger to knock it out of its hands and break its shield.
• SOS: If you’re struggling, don’t hesitate to send an SOS flare to bring in help from other players.

Kulu-Ya-Ku Armor Set

Low Rank Kulu-Ya-Ku Armor (Rarity 1)

• Headpiece: 2x Scale, 1x Hide, 1x Plume
• Mail: 2x Hide, 1x Plume, 1x Beak, 2x Machalite Ore
• Vambraces: 2x Scale, 1x Hide, 3x Iron Ore
• Coil: 2x Hide, 1x Beak, 2x Wingdrake Hide
• Greaves: 2x Hide, 3x Scale, 2x Wingdrake Hide

Palico Armor:

• Lute: 1x Scale
• Turban: 1x Plume
• Vest: 1x Hide

High Rank Kulu-Ya-Ku Armor (Rarity 5)

• Headpiece: 4x Scale+, 2x Hide+, 2x Plume+
• Mail: 4x Hide+, 3x Plume+, 2x Beak+, 1x Bird Wyvern Gem
• Vambraces: 4x Scale+, 2x Hide+, 3x Carbalite Ore
• Coil: 4x Hide+, 2x Beak+, 3x Wingdrake Hide+, 2x Earth Crystal
• Greaves: 4x Hide+, 6x Scale+, 2x Wingdrake Hide+, 2x Earth Crystal

Palico Armor:

• Lute: 1x Scale+
• Turban: 1x Plume+
• Vest: 1x Hide+

Now that you’ve mastered the Kulu-Ya-Ku, why not continue your journey through Monster Hunter: World by taking on the Pukei-Pukei? Check out our comprehensive guide to this venomous creature, where we cover strategies, weaknesses, and all the materials you’ll need to craft its unique gear!

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