Jyuratodus

Leviathan adept at water and muddy terrain

A Leviathan monster from the Monster Hunter series, adept in aquatic and muddy environments.

Trivia

  • Specializes in ambush attacks by lurking in mud.
  • Iconic monster for aquatic combat.
  • Design elements inspired by real-life hippos and bullfrogs.

Alternate names

Jyuratodus ジュラト 泥魚竜

Tags

Leviathan Aquatic Monster Muddy Terrain Monster Hunter Hunting Target Hunting Action Giant Monster Capcom

Profile

Species
Leviathan

Appearance

Overall appearance
It has a mud-colored body surface reminiscent of a piscine wyvern, a large Leviathan monster adapted to aquatic and muddy environments. Sharp fangs and fin-like limbs are features, with a characteristic appearance of swimming freely through the mud.
Height
Around 3 meters
Weight
Unknown
Distinguishing features
  • Streamlined body like a fish dragon
  • Limbs capable of swimming in mud
  • Sharp fangs
  • Dorsal fin
Iconic items
  • Attacks utilizing mud
  • Aquatic adaptation ability
  • Dignity of a Leviathan

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Ferocious
Detailed personality
A monster that freely utilizes aquatic and muddy environments to swiftly and viciously attack prey and enemies. Highly vigilant, with a challenging personality toward hunters.
Keywords
  • Ferocious
  • Highly vigilant
  • Aquatic adaptation
  • Lurks in mud
  • Aggressive
Talents
  • Mud burrowing
  • Aquatic swimming
  • High attack power
  • Swift movements
Skills
  • Area attacks using mud
  • Biting with sharp fangs
  • Mobility in water
Motivation
Territory defense and prey hunting
Habits
Frequently lurks in mud to ambush
Favorite places
Mudflats, Shallow waters, Wetlands
Favorite foods
Fish, Small monsters
Disliked situations
Dry areas, Being surrounded by enemies

History

Backstory
Jyuratodus appears in the Monster Hunter series as a Leviathan monster inhabiting special environments like water and mud. It has high amphibious mobility and aggression, making it a formidable enemy that hunters must be wary of.
Debut date
December 1, 2010
Work title
Monster Hunter 3 (Tri)
Media type
Game

Debut

Significant event
Debut
Description
Debuted as a Leviathan in MH3 (Tri). Gained popularity as a representative monster in aquatic combat.

Addition of Subspecies and Variants

Significant event
Addition of Subspecies and Variants
Description
Subspecies and variants appeared in later series entries, introducing more diverse combat styles.

Media appearances

Monster Hunter 3 (Tri)

Game / Supporting

December 2010

Monster Hunter 4

Game / Supporting

2013

Monster Hunter: World

Game / Supporting

2018

Voice cast and creators

Capcom

Creator name
Capcom
Role
Original author

Related goods

Jyuratodus Figure

Item name
Jyuratodus Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Jyuratodus Plush

Item name
Jyuratodus Plush
Category
Plush or doll
Availability
Limited