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Monster Hunter Generations

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Rathalos

By
Vincent Lau

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Areas Start Roam Rest
Jurassic Frontier 4 2, 3, 5, 6, 9, 10 7
Verdant Hills 5 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 5
Deserted Island 8 2, 3, 5, 7 8
Volcano 10 2, 6, 7, 9 8
Ancestral Steppe 4 2, 6, 7, 8 5
Volcanic Hollow 8 1, 2, 4, 6 9

Probably one of the most iconic monsters of the franchise, Rathalos has been around since it all began and has been in every single game since. Along with its female counterpart, Rathian, Rathalos is one of the flagship monsters of the entire franchise and is going to be sticking around for a while. With its trademark brilliant red and black color scheme and its impressive and intimidating wings, Rathalos certainly looks the part.

Rathalos takes damage from every single element except Fire, but takes the most damage from Dragon and Thunder.

Attack Explanation
Side Chomp Weak and pitiful, Rathalos will chomp to the side a little bit. Meh.
Fireball Rathalos will spit out a fire ball at you. Sometimes it will spit out three in different directions instead.
Charge Rathalos will run towards you. It will usually perform this attack three times before stopping, and if tired will crash and fall when it’s done.
Double 180 Tailswing Rathalos will turn 180 degrees twice, its rigid tail whipping through the air as it does so.
Aerial Fireball Rathalos will fly up into the air and fire three fireballs at the ground. Then it will slowly descend. Very vulnerable to Flash Bombs as it descends.
Homing Talon Swipe Rathalos will fly up high and slowly rotate to face its target (usually you). Then it will suddenly swipe down and slash you with its claws. VERY precise and needs a shield or the panic dive to save you. Poisons you if it hits!
Flying Charge Instead of running at you, Rathalos will fly low above the ground at you as fast as it can. Will only perform this once, thankfully.
Breakable Parts Reward
Head
Back
Wings (both)
Tail (cut)
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Guide Information
  • Publisher
    Capcom
  • Platforms,
    3DS, Switch
  • Genre
    Action RPG
  • Guide Release
    1 September 2016
  • Last Updated
    7 December 2020
  • Guide Author
    Cassie Sun

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You assume the role of a hunter who sets out on a journey to hunt the most dangerous creatures in the land. Spread across four villages, three from past games and a brand new village, players will have a plethora of quests and items to collect. All 14 weapon types from Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate return and new “Hunting Styles” and “Hunting Arts” have been added. With a wealth of content and options to suit almost every playstyle, Monster Hunter Generations cries out for a comprehensive guide.

Version 1.50:

  • Basic information about quests and all the mechanics that beginners need to know to be successful
  • Weapon guides
  • Palico guide
  • Bestiary
  • Daamage calculation, motion values, and how you can apply this in a practical manner to improve your hunts!
  • Kinsect upgrade
  • Elder Dragons
  • Details of all areas including the special areas
  • Full DLC docket with tips for the special ones

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