Hunter

Brave warrior who hunts giant monsters and fights together in the hunting grounds

Brave warrior who hunts giant monsters and fights with comrades in the hunting grounds. Protagonist-like existence in the Monster Hunter series.

Quotes

  • Cooked nicely~
  • Let's go hunting!
  • Ready?
  • Seize victory with comrades!
  • Planning is vital for hunting

Trivia

  • Monster Hunter initially referenced the world of 'Hajime Ningen Gyaatoruzu' in its planning.
  • The title was the development codename but became the official name.
  • Server downtime was frequent at the launch of service.
  • The meat grilling CM led to requests like 'Please give me the meat grilling game'.
  • The 'G' in Monster Hunter G was proposed by staff Kaname Fujioaka.
  • Weapon 'Hunting Horn' was born from Kaname Fujioaka's proposal.

Alternate names

Hunter Hunter MH Hunter

Tags

Hunter Hunting Monster Co-op Play Action Game Capcom PlayStation2 Online Game Diverse Weapon Types Hunting Grounds

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Profile

Species
Human

Appearance

Overall appearance
Human clad in armor, carrying various weapons. The hunter's appearance can be freely customized by the player, with diverse genders and appearances.
Iconic items
  • Sword
  • Great Sword
  • Lance
  • Hammer
  • Bowgun (Heavy/Light)
  • Dual Blades
  • Long Sword
  • Hunting Horn
  • Gunlance
  • Bow

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Brave
Detailed personality
Brave warrior confronting monsters. Values cooperation with comrades, acts calmly and strategically for successful hunts. Sometimes shows a relaxed and approachable side.
Keywords
  • Brave
  • Cooperativeness
  • Patient
  • Strategic
  • Curious
  • Hunting Instinct
Motto
Succeeding in the hunt together with comrades is most important.
Talents
  • Weapon Handling Talent
  • Ecological Knowledge
  • Co-op Play Ability
  • Survival Skills
  • Equipment Enhancement Knowledge
Skills
  • Various Weapon Switching
  • Trap Setting and Gathering
  • Monster Part Destruction
  • Team Tactics Coordination
  • Hunting Ground Environmental Adaptation
Motivation
Defeat giant monsters, hone hunting skills, survive, and gain fame.
Habits
Enjoys grilling meat during breaks between hunts.
Favorite foods
Monster Meat, Grilled Meat, Cool Drink, Hot Drink
Hobbies
Hunting, Trap Setting, Ecology Observation
Favorite places
Kokoto Village, Minegarde, Forest and Hills, Desert Rock Area
Disliked situations
Isolation, Ambush, Infighting
Disliked weather
Severe Storm, Strong Winds
Disliked insects
Stinging Insects

History

Backstory
In a harsh world of hunting, trains to survive, grows into a brave warrior fighting giant monsters. Departs from village settlements with hunter groups or guilds for monster subjugation.
Debut date
March 11, 2004
Work title
Monster Hunter
Media type
Game

Monster Hunter G Release

Significant event
Monster Hunter G Release
Description
Sequel Monster Hunter G released in 2005. New weapon 'Dual Blades' and new modes added, enabling higher difficulty hunts.

Monster Hunter 2 (Dos) Release

Significant event
Monster Hunter 2 (Dos) Release
Description
Sequel released in 2006, adding new monster category 'Elder Dragons'. Introduced time progression and seasonal elements.

Online Service End

Significant event
Online Service End
Description
Online services for PS2 and Wii versions ended in 2011 and 2013, respectively.

Series Hit

Significant event
Series Hit
Description
Initially low awareness, but expanded popularity via word-of-mouth. Achieved worldwide success as a series.

Relationships

Guild Master

Mentor

Hunting Guidance and Support

Felyne

Ally

Hunting Support and Healing

Hunters Guild

Hunters Guild: unknown

Media appearances

Monster Hunter

Game / Protagonist

2004 PS2

Monster Hunter G

Game / Protagonist

2005 PS2・2009 Wii

Monster Hunter 2 (Dos)

Game / Protagonist

2006 PS2

Monster Hunter 2 (Manga)

Manga

Monster Hunter (Movie)

Movie

Voice cast and creators

Capcom

Creator name
Capcom
Role
Original author

Tsuyoshi Tanaka

Creator name
Tsuyoshi Tanaka
Role
Producer

Noritaka Funemizu

Creator name
Noritaka Funemizu
Role
Director

Kaname Fujioaka

Creator name
Kaname Fujioaka
Role
Director

Edayan

Creator name
Edayan
Role
Character Designer

Masato Kouda

Creator name
Masato Kouda
Role
Composer

Related goods

Figures

Item name
Figures
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Plush Toys (Felyne etc.)

Item name
Plush Toys (Felyne etc.)
Category
Plush or doll
Availability
Regular

Game Software

Item name
Game Software
Category
Digital
Availability
Regular

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