The best part about any Monster Hunter game is… well… the Monsters. Here’s a list of all the confirmed Large Monsters for Monster Hunter Wilds so far.
Monster Hunter Wilds will be released on February 28, 2025, and we could not be more excited to carve up some new creatures and make them into hats. Since its initial reveal at The Game Awards 2023, fans of the franchise have been patiently waiting for more news on the sixth mainline game of the series.
Thanks to the Monster Hunter Wilds Showcase, players were treated to a brand-new trailer that showed off three new monsters. We also got to see the new Oilwell Basin locale, which is home to some particularly terrifying toothy terrors.
So, to get you up to speed, we’ve covered every large monster that is coming to Monster Hunter Wilds so far.
Every confirmed Large Monster in Monster Hunter Wilds
Monster Hunter Wilds has currently showcased 15 large monsters. However, Capcom is known for revealing new hunting targets in the lead-up to release. We’ll be sure to update this article when new announcements are made.
Arkveld
Arkveld is the flagship monster of Monster Hunter Wilds, also known as the White Wraith. Based on what was shown in the trailer, this monster has chain-like wings and is quite aggressive in nature. It was shown fighting against Rey Dau in the trailer and was using its chain-like wings to launch deadly attacks.
The story dialogue as shown in the trailer gave the impression that hunters were quite scared of this creature. Arkveld was long thought to be extinct, but it seems to have resurfaced and will be the focus of the hunter’s expedition in the forbidden lands.
Currently, very little is known about it, but Capcom will reveal more details in the coming days. This monster will also be featured in the cover art of Monster Hunter Wilds.
Yian Kut-Ku
Yian Kut-Ku is a Bird Wyvern that is making its return to the series with Monster Hunter Wilds after featuring in Monster Hunter Online way back in 2013.
It was confirmed by developers during the Tokyo Games Show Monster Hunter Wilds segment as part of the Capcom Showcase on September 26, 2024. In the trailer, not much was shown apart from several Yian Kut-Ku sitting in one place.
Traditionally, this monster is known for its speed on account of its light body and small size. It can throw flaming projectiles through its flame sac when attacked and a maximum of three when enraged.
However, fans can expect changes to its movesets when compared to past titles as Capcom has done in the past with returning monsters in World and Rise.
Doshaguma
This nightmare-inducing fuzzball is Doshaguma and despite being an early-game hunt, it’s no joke. Capcom describes them as “rugged, territorial fanged beasts that exhibit an aggressive disposition”.
If the trailer is anything to go by, that’s a little bit of an understatement. These furry behemoths travel around in packs and I’d hate to see how things pan out if you’re assailed by more than one at a time.
The core focus of the hunters shown off in the new footage seemed to be separating a larger Doshaguma from its fellows in order to hunt it safely. This might end up being the key to taking them down in-game.
They inhabit a region called the Windward Plains which can be a desolate desert or vibrant grassland depending on the weather conditions. In more harsh conditions, Doshaguma grows fiercer and more desperate for the limited resources available.
Chatacabra
Okay, we know Chatacabra is some sort of giant crocodile/gorilla but is it kind of… cute? We’d die for it to be honest, but perhaps we’re in the minority here.
Seriously, if we weren’t so sure that the armor you make from them is going to look awesome, we might avoid hunting them altogether. Don’t you just wanna hug one?
This amphibious death machine uses its adhesive saliva to “affix stone to their forelimbs in order to power up their attacks”. That’s right, boulder boxing gloves to pummel you with if you’re not careful.
Like Doshaguma, Chatacabra also make the Windward Plains their home but given their amphibious nature, they might only show up when water is plentiful. We’re not sure whether to be excited at the site of a stream or terrified.
Balahara
Balahara marks the return of the incredibly popular Leviathan Monster class and should excite fans of Monster Hunter Tri’s Flagship. This slippery sucker looks like it packs a bit of punch in both large groups and on its own.
They are smarter than they look too according to Capcom who has revealed that they use their writhing bodies to create quicksand traps. We’ve already seen them trap poor Doshaguma in one of these in the trailer and it doesn’t look like a great time.
Another Monster that makes the Windward Plains its habitat, it’ll be interesting to see if Balahara shows up when things are plentiful, or if it’s restricted to the region’s harsher desert climate. We’re sure Hammer mains are already eying its interesting jaw shape and figuring out how to affix it on a stick.
Quematrice
Quematrice is technically a Brute Wyvern but we prefer to think of its classification as Murder Chicken. This particular Monster has what people in the scientific community refer to as ‘junk in the trunk’. Seriously, even Capcom called its tail “disproportionately large”.
All that ass isn’t just for show. This fearsome fowl spews a flammable substance all over its habitat and then ignites it by scraping its tail along the ground. How it wound up in the incredibly flammable-looking Windward Plains we’ll never know.
From the footage we’ve seen, Quematrice looks like an aggressive beast. Apparently, it spends its time bullying smaller Monsters in battles for carrion. It will make a splendid hat.
Rey Dau
Rey Dau is the terrifying apex predator of the Windward Plains and this powerful foe has perfectly adapted to the area’s harshest weather conditions. When the dreaded sandstorms that plague the region kick up, their intensity is so great that they generate electrical storms.
That’s no problem for Rey Dau, however. This fearsome Flying Wyvern harnesses its own bioelectricity and is immune to the lightning surges that seem so dangerous to everything else in the region. That includes hunters.
This Monster is at the top of the food chain and that’s largely because it can harness its bioelectrical prowess for powerful attacks. Its most threatening method of offense involves its horns folding over its face to create an in-built railgun that fires electricity at unnerving speeds.
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Seasoned players know that means Rey Dau will be able to stun them with ease thanks to the impact of Thunderblight. If you want to farm this thing for what we’re sure will be a very stylish getup, best stock up on Nullberries.
Lala Barina
Nope. Nope. A thousand times nope. Lala Barina is a Temnoceran and in Monster Hunter speak, that means it’s a big disgusting bug and we want no part of it. Of course, it has been a while since Temnocerans got any sort of love (Rakna Kadaki aside) and we’re sure some people are wrongfully excited about their return.
Lala Barina premiered alongside the Scarlet Forest locale in which this creepy crawly makes its nest. The water that covers the forest floor is suspiciously red and we’re not entirely unconvinced that this thing isn’t somehow responsible for that.
It sports an abdominal spike that looks very stabby which would be perfect for bathing the region in the blood of its victims. It moves in a very erratic fashion that appears to be some sort of dance and if you’re not careful, it could be a dance of death.
For whatever reason, Capcom seems to have decided that Lala Barina will appear in the main storyline of Monster Hunter Wilds and that means that arachnophobes will have to steel themselves for the hunt. Don’t be fooled when it tries to trick you by imitating a pretty flower, this thing should not be touched.
Uth Duna
We aren’t saying Uth Duna’s classification as a Leviathan confirms the return of Lagiacrus in Monster Hunter Wilds, but we aren’t saying that. Anyway, enough about other Monsters.
Uth Duna is the big bad apex predator of the Scarlet Forest, and we hope that means it spends its time eating all the Lala Barina before we ever see them. It is commonly seen during the region’s tremendous Downpours and has adapted to the water-rich environment.
It makes use of the bodily fluids it generates to create a protective coating around its body. With this, the Monster can shrug off even the mightiest strikes from a Great Sword or Hammer.
Expect a lot of diving, ducking, dipping, and dodging when you encounter Uth Duna. It may be best to pack a Nulberry or 10 as well because you just know this thing is going to inflict Waterblight.
Rathalos
It wouldn’t be a Monster Hunter game without some variant of Rathalos showing up. This Wyvern was the flagship Monster of the very first entry in the series and it’s back for Monster Hunter Wilds.
We actually caught a glimpse of Rathalos in Monster Hunter Wilds all the way back during the initial reveal in 2023. Unfortunately, it doesn’t have a little informational section on the Monster Hunter Wilds website so we can’t tell you where they’ll pop up.
What we can tell you is to prepare some Flash Bombs before you hunt one because, without those to knock it out of the sky, it’ll make hunters using melee weapons lives hard. Seriously, Rathalos loves spending time in the sky.
That said, the new weapon-swapping mechanic might mean you can bring a ranged weapon like a Heavy Bowgun along to account for its evasiveness. The Rathalos revenge tour should be legendary.
Rathian
No Monster Hunter game would be complete without featuring the Queen of the Land. Yes, Rathian will also be making her return to Wilds. Unlike her partner, Rathalos, this deadly dragon has a different moveset.
While Rathian also unleashes deadly fireballs and aerial attacks, she is known for her barbed tail which inflicts poison damage. When hit, Hunters will need to take an Antidote or be prepared to watch as their health bar gradually ticks down.
We recommend focusing your attacks on Rathian’s tail to remove it ASAP. Using Flash Pods will also help keep the Flying Wyvern out of the skies.
Congalala
The mischievous pink monkey will be returning in Monster Hunter Wilds and it looks deadlier than ever before. This fan-favorite Fanged Beast is known for its comical fart gas attack, which prevents Hunters from being able to use items.
Congalalas also eat mushrooms that give their breath attacks an elemental twist. We recommend bringing plenty of Deodorants as this will enable you to remove the debuff that prevents item usage.
Rompopolo
The Oilwell Basin is home to Rompopolo, who lives in the deeper section of the cavernous landscape. This sinister-looking Brute Wyvern uses the gigantic toxin sacs on its body to create noxious fumes, which it spits at Hunters.
It also has a wasp-like stinger that protrudes from its tail and a long tongue that will likely inflict poison damage. If that wasn’t enough, it looks as though Rompopolo can submerge itself under the grimy landscape of the Oilwell Basin.
Expect to bring plenty of Antidotes along and be prepared to dive out of the way of its AoE poison attacks.
Ajarakan
Ajarakan, also known as the “red-hot fanged beast” can also be found within the depths of the Oilwell Basin. It has a lot of similarities to Congalala, in that it loves to swing from structures before slamming its claws into the ground.
However, unlike the mischievous monkey, Ajarakan is covered in flame-like spikes that protrude from its back. Ajarakan also appears to have two different states as the monster can be seen digging into the ground, using lava to empower itself with fire-based attacks.
Judging from the Monster Hunter Wilds Showcase video, Ajarakan becomes more aggressive during this phase. You’ll want to focus on dodging its colossal claw swipes and stop it from digging into the ground.
The Black Flame
The last monster shown during the showcase currently doesn’t have an official name. However, we do know that the locals of Azuz call it the Black Flame. This mysterious monster has a lot of similarities to a Kraken, as the monster uses its colossal tentacles to ensnare foes.
If that wasn’t terrifying enough, this creature can also spew red-hot flames from its body. We even saw the monolithic monster picking up two Ajarakan.
Those are all the confirmed Large Monsters in Monster Hunter Wilds so far. In the meantime, check out how you can sign up for the Open Beta on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.