If you're diving into Monster Hunter Wilds, you're in for an adventure filled with both familiar faces and new challengers. The Forbidden Lands promise hunters a chance to track down and conquer an array of exciting monsters, each with unique traits and challenges. From fiery beasts to aquatic predators and even elusive Elder Dragons, every encounter brings something fresh to the table.

Below is an alphabetical list of the monsters currently confirmed in Monster Hunter Wilds. This list will be updated as more monsters are revealed with their detailed stats closer to the game’s release.

Ajarakan

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Location: Oilwell Basin
Monster Type: Fanged Beast
Element: Fire
Ajarakan is a swift and aggressive Fanged Beast that moves like a monkey, adorned with cascading flame-like protrusions on its back. Known for its fiery attacks—magma-based strikes, physical blows, and even hurling flaming rocks—it excels in both close combat and ranged assaults. It’s equally adept at scaling walls and launching surprise attacks from above.

Arkveld

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Location: Windward Plains
Monster Type: Extinct; Flying Wyvern (?)
Element: Dragon
Known as the “White Wraith,” Arkveld is a mysterious Flying Wyvern-type monster. While it may possess rudimentary flight capabilities, it’s equally formidable on the ground. Using its wing chains as whip-like weapons, it delivers powerful strikes and can trap opponents in its tendrils. Its nickname stems from its ghostly appearance and stealthy nature.

Balahara

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Location: Windward Plains
Monster Type: Leviathan
Element: Water
This Leviathan-type monster glides through the sands of the Windward Plains, specializing in quicksand traps and wall-climbing tactics. Often seen hunting in packs, Balahara uses its water-based abilities to project mud-like attacks, making it a formidable opponent for solo hunters.

Ceratonoth

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Location: Windward Plains
Monster Type: Herbivore
Element: TBD
Resembling a pangolin with three large spikes along its back, Ceratonoth is a docile Herbivore that roams the Windward Plains in packs. When threatened, it can discharge electrical attacks from its spikes, making it a tricky opponent despite its passive nature.

Chatacabra

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Location: Windward Plains
Monster Type: Amphibian
Element: TBD
With its strong tongue and adhesive saliva, the Chatacabra fortifies itself with blocks of stone for enhanced attacks. It uses its tongue for whip-like strikes and charges at hunters with alarming speed, making it a versatile and dangerous foe.

Congalala

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Location: TBD
Monster Type: Fanged Beast
Element: Fire
Previous Appearance: Monster Hunter 2
A Fanged Beast with a simian appearance, Congalala is typically docile but turns aggressive when provoked. While details about its behavior in Monster Hunter Wilds remain scarce, it’s expected to retain its playful demeanor unless threatened.

Dalthydon

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Location: Windward Plains, Scarlet Forest
Monster Type: Herbivore
Element: None
These gentle Herbivores roam the Windward Plains and Scarlet Forest in small family groups. While they’re not naturally aggressive, they can become hostile if attacked or cornered.

Doshaguma

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Location: Windward Plains, Scarlet Forest
Monster Type: Fanged Beast
Element: TBD
An aggressive Fanged Beast, Doshaguma is known for its territorial nature. Whether encountered alone or in packs, it employs powerful claw swipes and biting attacks. It’s also been observed throwing the remains of its prey at hunters, adding another layer of danger to its already formidable presence.

Gravios

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Location: TBD
Monster Type: Flying Wyvern
Element: Fire
Previous Appearance: Monster Hunter, Monster Hunter G, Monster Hunter Freedom
Gravios is a massive Flying Wyvern with stony armor, providing excellent defense against attacks. Despite its bulk, it’s slower and less agile than other wyverns, relying on its strength rather than speed to dominate the battlefield.

Gore Magala

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Location: TBD
Monster Type: Elder Dragon
Element: Earth
Previous Appearance: Monster Hunter 4 (Ultimate), Monster Hunter Generations, Monster Hunter Rise
As an Elder Dragon, Gore Magala is a unique and terrifying opponent. Without eyes, it relies on its Frenzy Virus and dispersing pollen-like scales to detect threats. Its slash-and-grapple attacks are devastating, making it one of the most challenging enemies in the game.

Gypceros

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Location: TBD
Monster Type: Bird Wyvern
Element: None; can inflict Poison
Previous Appearance: Monster Hunter, Monster Hunter G, Monster Hunter Freedom
The Gypceros uses its crest to emit disorienting flashes and employs poison-infused attacks to confuse and incapacitate hunters. Its tail remains its weakest point, making it a strategic target for attacks.

Hirabami

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Location: Iceshard Cliffs
Monster Type: Leviathan
Element: Ice
Hirabami is a Leviathan capable of floating mid-air using a wind-catching membrane on its neck. It often hangs from rock formations or cave ceilings with its clawed arms. Specializing in ice-based attacks, it hurls projectiles at its targets and can be found in packs of three.

Lala Barina

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Location: Scarlet Forest
Monster Type: Temnoceran
Element: TBD; Capable of Paralysis
Lala Barina resembles an arachnid with six legs and a fluffy thorax that resembles a red rose when it becomes aggressive. Using scarlet silk during attacks, it immobilizes foes and inflicts paralysis. Its claw and fang attacks add to its versatility.

Nerscylla

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Location: TBD
Monster Type: Temnoceran
Element: None; can inflict Poison
Previous Appearance: Monster Hunter 4 (Ultimate), Monster Hunter Generations
Nerscylla is a Temnoceran with four legs, long front claws, and crystallized poison along its back. It uses durable silk to create webs that trap hunters, making it a formidable opponent in confined spaces.