Rathian
Representative monster of the Flying Wyvern species
The female counterpart of Rathalos, a representative Flying Wyvern monster appearing in the Monster Hunter series. It excels mainly in ground combat and is characterized by its sharp tail attacks.
Trivia
- Rathian is the female counterpart of Rathalos, one of the representative Flying Wyvern monsters that continuously appears in the Monster Hunter series.
- It carries poison in its tail, and players often enter a poisoned state when attacked.
- In Monster Hunter G, enhanced individuals appear, providing higher difficulty quests.
- It appears as an important boss monster even in single player, serving as a landmark in 4-player co-op play.
- Many Monster Hunter titles feature studies of variations in field ecosystems and behavior patterns.
Alternate names
Rathian
Queen of the Land
Queen Rathian
Profile
- Species
- Flying Wyvern
- Gender
- Female
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- A large Flying Wyvern covered in golden scales. It has pointed wings and a supple tail, swinging the tip like a poison needle. The head features thorn-like protrusions.
- Height
- unknown
- Weight
- unknown
- Eye color
- Green
- Distinguishing features
-
- Golden scales
- Poison needle-like spines at the tip of the tail
- Sharp wings
- Iconic items
-
- Poison tail
- Large wings
- Sharp claws
- Characteristic Flying Wyvern physique
- Golden scales
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Aggressive
- Detailed personality
- Strong territorial instincts, with highly developed maternal instincts to protect its young. Cautious and ferocious, it launches merciless attacks against intruders.
- Keywords
-
- Aggressive
- Defensive
- Maternal
- Territorial
- Vigilant
- Fierce
- Talents
-
- Flight
- Poison attacks with tail
- Flame breath
- High physical abilities
- Agile movements
- Skills
-
- Tactical attacks
- Territory defense
- Charge attacks
- Aerial maneuvers
- Motivation
- It acts aggressively to protect its territory and offspring.
- Habits
- It has a habit of counterattacking by swinging its tail. It emits a high-pitched roar during attacks.
- Favorite foods
- Small monsters, Vegetation
- Favorite places
- Forests, Volcanic regions
- Favorite colors
- Gold
History
- Backstory
- A female Flying Wyvern that has appeared since the early Monster Hunter series. Positioned as a partner to Rathalos, it confronts players as one of the major field threats in many titles.
- Debut date
- March 11, 2004
- Work title
- Monster Hunter
- Media type
- Game
Series debut
- Significant event
- Series debut
- Description
- Debuted in the original Monster Hunter and appears in many titles.
Appearance in Monster Hunter G
- Significant event
- Appearance in Monster Hunter G
- Description
- More powerful individuals appeared with the addition of G-rank quests.
Appearance in Monster Hunter 2
- Significant event
- Appearance in Monster Hunter 2
- Description
- Enhanced ecosystems were depicted alongside diverse fields.
Relationships
Media appearances
Monster Hunter
Game
2004 PS2 version
Monster Hunter G
Game
2005 PS2 version
Monster Hunter 2
Game
2006 PS2 version
Monster Hunter Stories
Anime / Supporting
TV anime version
Monster Hunter (movie)
Movie / Supporting
2020 theatrical version
Voice cast and creators
Capcom
- Creator name
- Capcom
- Role
- Original author
Edayan
- Creator name
- Edayan
- Role
- Character designer
Related goods
Rathian figure
- Item name
- Rathian figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular
Rathian plush
- Item name
- Rathian plush
- Category
- Plush or doll
- Availability
- Regular