Rathalos
Representative Flying Wyvern monster of the Monster Hunter series
Flagship Flying Wyvern monster appearing in Capcom's hunting action game Monster Hunter series. Excels in manipulating fire and aerial attacks. Symbolic existence of the series, reigning as a formidable foe for hunters.
Quotes
- Nicely grilled~ (In-game meat grilling line)
- The King of the Skies, Rathalos, is here!
- Fear the fire, Rathalos attack!
- If you hunt, come fully prepared!
- Don't underestimate the dive attack from the sky!
Trivia
- In early development, it helped drive the popularity of 'Multi-Matching BB'.
- Rathalos name derives from English 'rat' or 'rathalos', though origins vary.
- Production initially referenced the world of the manga 'Hajime Ningen Giatolz'.
- Alias Fire Dragon, appears across many media as series flagship beyond games.
- PS2 Monster Hunter TV CM flame effects inspired by Rathalos became a hot topic.
- In Monster Hunter G, enhanced subspecies appeared with new modes.
Alternate names
Rathalos
King of the Skies
Red Fire Dragon
Profile
- Species
- Flying Wyvern
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Large Flying Wyvern covered entirely in vibrant red scales. Wings feature membranes, with sharp claws and a tail bearing spike-like protrusions. Large head with horns and sharp fangs. Possesses fire-breathing ability, characteristically soaring freely through the air.
- Height
- Unknown (Giant Flying Wyvern Monster)
- Weight
- Unknown
- Eye color
- Yellow
- Hair color
- Red
- Distinguishing features
-
- Red scales
- Wing membranes
- Sharp claws
- Spiked tail
- Iconic items
-
- Fire
- Wings
- Tail spines
- Fireballs
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Ferocious
- Detailed personality
- Extremely strong territorial awareness, fiercely attacking intruders. Savage and brave, but possesses intelligence to focus on defense against strong foes or threats to its group. Excels in aerial combat with high offensive capabilities.
- Keywords
-
- Ferocious
- Strong territorial awareness
- Aerial combat expert
- Manipulates fire
- Formidable enemy
- Talents
-
- Fire breath
- Aerial mobility
- Dive attack
- High endurance
- Skills
-
- Tail spine attack
- Fireball attack
- Claw attacks
- Wing slam
- Motivation
- Defense of territory and securing hunting grounds
- Habits
- Spits fireballs while flying and uses breath attacks to intimidate between assaults
History
- Backstory
- Rathalos has appeared since the first Monster Hunter series game, serving as a representative Flying Wyvern monster and the face of the series. As the King of the Skies, it is encountered most frequently in-game and boasts high popularity. Early development concept was 'the king of the hunt that dominates the skies and wields fire,' challenging countless hunters.
- Debut date
- March 11, 2004
- Work title
- Monster Hunter
- Media type
- Game
Monster Hunter debut
- Significant event
- Monster Hunter debut
- Description
- First appearance in the debut series game Monster Hunter. Thereafter reigns as the series' flagship monster.
Monster Hunter G appearance
- Significant event
- Monster Hunter G appearance
- Description
- In Monster Hunter G, gains subspecies and new attack patterns.
Monster Hunter 2 (Dos) appearance
- Significant event
- Monster Hunter 2 (Dos) appearance
- Description
- Continues in series sequel with enhanced ecological depictions and additional behavior patterns.
Numerous media expansions
- Significant event
- Numerous media expansions
- Description
- Beyond games, appears in manga, anime, and films, capturing a wide fanbase.
Relationships
Rathian
Mated pair Flying Wyvern species. Together they guard their hunting territory.
Flying Wyvern
Flying Wyvern: leader
Media appearances
Monster Hunter
Game / Supporting
2004 PlayStation 2 version
Monster Hunter G
Game / Supporting
2005 PlayStation 2 version
Monster Hunter 2 (Dos)
Game / Supporting
2006 PlayStation 2 version
Monster Hunter series
Anime / Supporting
Monster Hunter (Movie)
Movie / Supporting
2020s
Voice cast and creators
Capcom
- Creator name
- Capcom
- Role
- Original author
Tsuyoshi Tanaka
- Creator name
- Tsuyoshi Tanaka
- Role
- Producer
Noritaka Funamizu
- Creator name
- Noritaka Funamizu
- Role
- Director
Kaname Fujioka
- Creator name
- Kaname Fujioka
- Role
- Director
Edayan
- Creator name
- Edayan
- Role
- Character Designer
Masato Koda
- Creator name
- Masato Koda
- Role
- Composer
Related goods
Rathalos Figure
- Item name
- Rathalos Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular
Rathalos Mascot Plush
- Item name
- Rathalos Mascot Plush
- Category
- Plush or doll
- Availability
- Regular
Rathalos Themed Accessories
- Item name
- Rathalos Themed Accessories
- Category
- Accessory
- Availability
- Limited