Cephadrome

Aggressive Flying Wyvern species inhabiting the desert

Aggressive Flying Wyvern monster that inhabits the desert and attacks using its sharp claws and tail. Known as one of the early formidable foes for many hunters.

Trivia

  • One of the monsters that drove online multiplayer in the first Monster Hunter title.
  • As a desert-specialized Flying Wyvern, it has high physical abilities and terrain adaptability.
  • Swift movement on sand in-game is characteristic, with mobility being key in combat.
  • Also appears in later works, with various variations added.

Alternate names

Cephadrome Desert Flying Wyvern

Tags

Desert Monster Flying Wyvern Aggressive Monster Hunter Yian Kut-Ku Subspecies Hunting Action Network Game Cooperative Play

Profile

Species
Flying Wyvern

Appearance

Overall appearance
Cephadrome is a Flying Wyvern with body coloration adapted to desert rocks and sand, moving nimbly across sand to launch attacks. Features a large tail and sharp claws.
Distinguishing features
  • Body color suited to the desert
  • Large tail
  • Sharp claws
Iconic items
  • Tail that stirs up sand dust
  • Sharp claws

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Aggressive
Detailed personality
Extremely territorial, mercilessly attacks anyone who approaches. Highly vigilant and ferocious personality.
Keywords
  • Aggressive
  • Ferocious
  • Territorial
  • Desert adaptation
  • Agile
Talents
  • High-speed movement on sand
  • Camouflage using sand dust
  • Powerful tail attacks
Skills
  • Burrowing into sand
  • Sudden charge attacks
  • Scratching with sharp claws
Motivation
To protect its territory and eliminate adversaries.
Favorite places
Desert
Disliked situations
Intruders, Entities that threaten its territory

History

Backstory
Cephadrome is one of the Flying Wyverns adapted to desert regions that appears in early Monster Hunter series games, debuting from the original Monster Hunter. Known for its ferocious combat style and the difficulty of conquering the distinctive desert hunting grounds.
Debut date
March 11, 2004
Work title
Monster Hunter
Media type
Game

First Appearance

Significant event
First Appearance
Description
Desert region Flying Wyvern that first challenged players in Monster Hunter released in 2004.

Online Multiplayer Support

Significant event
Online Multiplayer Support
Description
Multi-Matching BB compatibility enables cooperative hunting for up to 4 people.

Appearances in Sequels and Ports

Significant event
Appearances in Sequels and Ports
Description
Appearances in Monster Hunter G, Wii ports, etc., accompanied by additional elements.

Relationships

Flying Wyvern

Flying Wyvern: unknown

Media appearances

Monster Hunter

Game

March 11, 2004

Monster Hunter G

Game

January 20, 2005

Monster Hunter G (Wii Port)

Game

April 23, 2009

Monster Hunter 2 (Dos)

Game

February 16, 2006

Voice cast and creators

Capcom

Creator name
Capcom
Role
Original author

Edayan

Creator name
Edayan
Role
Character designer

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