Sunbreak Rathian: Weakness and Drops

This is a hunting guide for Rathian, a Large Monster in Monster Hunter Rise (MH Rise) and the Sunbreak DLC. Read on to learn Rathian's weaknesses, forgeable weapons, forgeable armor, drops, and attack patterns for Master Rank!

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Rathian Weakness and Notes

Rathian リオレイア
Type	Flying Wyvern	Previous Games	All MH games
Threat Level	4/10	Rampage Type	Stalker
Major Weakness	Dragon	Other Weakness	Thunder
Blight / Elemental Damage	Fire	Abnormal Status	Poison
Characteristics
Fire-breathing female wyverns, also known as "Queens of the Land." With powerful legs and poison-secreting tails, they hunt mainly on the ground. Sometimes seen preying as a couple, Rathian and Rathalos cooperate well.

How to Unlock Rathian

Complete Scarlet Tengu in Shrine Ruins in Master Rank

Quest Name	Monster/Unlock
The Queen's Garden (Key Quest)	Rathian
	Unlock Conditions: Finish the Quest "Scarlet Tengu in the Shrine Ruins"

Master Rank Rathian is unlocked after completing the M★2 Urgent Quest Scarlet Tengu in the Shrine Ruins and reaching MR 2 in the Sunbreak expansion.

MR Grinding Guide:
How to Get from MR 6 to MR 100 Fast

Complete The Restless Swamp in High Rank

Quest Name	Monster/Unlock
Charmed by a Queen (Key Quest)	Rathian
	Unlock Conditions: Finish the Quest "The Restless Swamp"

High Rank Rathian is unlocked after finishing the Urgent Quest The Restless Swamp and reaching HR 5.

Hunter Rank Farm Guide:
How to Get from HR 7 to HR 100 Fast

Complete Dead Ringer in Low Rank

Quest Name	Monster/Unlock
The Path to Royalty (Key Quest)	Rathian
	Unlock Conditions: Finish the Quest "Dead Ringer"

Low Rank Rathian is unlocked after finishing the ★2 Hub Quest Dead Ringer.

Rathian Weakness and Resistance

44	44	36	0
6	11	6	21

Bold are the recommended Weapon Type and Elemental Damage.

Rathian Weapon Damage Breakdown

Part
Head	70	75	65
Neck	40	45	35
Torso	35	30	25
Back	35	30	25
Wing	45	45	35
Leg	40	40	35
Tail	45	40	35
Overall	44	44	36

Rathian Elemental Weakness Breakdown

Part
Head	0	15	20	15	30
Neck	0	0	5	0	15
Torso	0	5	10	5	20
Back	0	5	10	5	20
Wing	0	10	15	10	25
Leg	0	0	5	0	15
Tail	0	5	10	5	20
Overall	0	6	11	6	21

Higher numbers indicate higher potential damage to the monster.

Rathian Hunting Tips

The strong venom in her tail, along with the wide reach of her sweeping attacks, makes maneuvering around the Rathian a dangerous feat. Cutting off her tail can give you quite a bit more breathing room.

Status Effect Vulnerabilities

Poison	Stun	Paralysis	Sleep
--	★	★	★
Blast	Exhaust	Fireblight	Waterblight
--	★	★	★
Thunderblight		Iceblight
★★		★

If an ailment has more stars it means that it has better effectiveness.

Item Vulnerabilities

Pitfall Trap	Shock Trap	Flash Bomb
◯	◯	◯
Sonic Bomb	Meat Effects	Dung Bomb
✕	◯	◯

◯ = Vulnerable; ✕ = Fully Resistant; ▲ = Situational

Kinsect Extracts

Monster Part	Extract
Head
Neck
Torso
Back
Wing
Leg
Tail

Red = Attack Increase, White = Movement Boost, Orange = Anti-knockback When Attacking

Kinsect Extract Guide

Rathian Locations and Quests

Rathian Known Habitat

Map	Starting Area	Visited Areas	Rest Area
Shrine Ruins	7	1 / 3 / 4 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 11 / 12	11
Sandy Plains	3 / 10	1 / 2 / 3 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10	2
Flooded Forest	11	1 / 4 / 8 / 9 / 10 / 11 / 12 / 13	13
Lava Caverns	14	1 / 2 / 4 / 5 / 9 / 12 / 13 / 14	12
Infernal Springs	-	-	-
Jungle	1 / 3 / 6	1 / 2 / 3 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9	7

Rathian Quest Appearances

How to Beat Rathian

Strike After Some Moves Whack the Head! Sever the Tail Attack the Feet to Take It Down Safest Area is Behind Rathian's Feet Use Flash Bombs When Rathian is Flying Carry a Thunder or Dragon Element Weapon

Strike After Rathian's Somersault and Fire Breath

Rathian will take time to refocus after every somersault and fire breath attack. Use this short opportunity to get some hits in.

Do take note that there is a chance for Rathian to do two somersault attacks consecutively, so stay vigilant!

Whack the Head!

Rathian's weakness is found in the head but it also holds the most danger! Only try to hit its head when there is a safe opening.

Sever the Tail

Rathian's poisonous tail is the reason why its Somersault attack is incredibly deadly. Severing the tail with cutting weapons such as the Long Sword, Charge Blade, and Dual Blades can make the hunt a lot easier!

Attack the Feet to Take It Down

When Rathian falls, it will be open for attacks for quite a while. To do this, hit its feet multiple times until it trips!

Safest Area is Behind Rathian's Feet

It is possible to play safely against a Rathian when you attack it near its tail. You will be able to see its dangerous somersault attack and tailspin attacks while at the same time being safe from fire breath attacks!

Use Flash Bombs When Rathian is Airborne

It is recommended to throw Flash Bombs whenever Rathian is flying to bring it crashing down the ground. While airborne, hunters with melee weapons may have a hard time attacking Rathian, so forcing it to come down is advisable.

Additionally, Rathian will be vulnerable for a short period of time upon crashing, so take the chance to attack with all your might!

Carry a Thunder or Dragon Element Weapon

The Rathian is weakest against Thunder and Dragon element attacks, weapons, and tools. It is ideal to aim for its head as a weak point but prioritizing the removal of its poisonous tail is also an option.

Rathian Master Rank Attack Patterns

Apart from its attacks in Low and High Rank quests, Rathian uses the following moves in Master Rank.

In addition to the new charge attack combos, Rathian had also received a boost in its movement speed for Master Rank! The moves are noticeably quicker, so watch out!

Name	Description
Charge Attack Combos	Rathian mixes up its charge attacks with its other devastating moves.

Charge Attack Combos

Master Rank Rathian likes to perform charging combos when faced in Master Rank hunts. It usually stays stationary for a moment before performing the combos.

Charge Attack Combos Variations
Charge Attack to Fire Ball: This combo sees Rathian charge at the hunter and then finishes with a fireball breath attack. Hunters should wirefall to safety when hit, so you're safe from the final fireball attack. Rathian usually performs this attack when is not enraged.
Charge Attack to Somersault: This new move combo allows Rathian to get close to a Hunter and punish them with its poison tail attack. First, it will charge at the hunter and then fly up. It will then approach a target then quickly execute its signature poison tail attack. This combo usually happens when Rathian is enraged.
Charge Attack to Glide: Rathian charges at hunters, jumps up to fly, and turns around to execute its glide attack. Try rolling away from Rathian's line of path to avoid getting hit by its second move!

Rathian General Attack Patterns

Rathian uses the following attacks in Low and High Rank quests.

Name	Description
Fire Breath Attack	Rathian spews fireballs from its mouth.
Somersault	Vertical tail spin attack and induces poison when hit
Tail Spin	Two consecutive horizontal tail spin attack, 180° sweep at a time
Rush Attack	Three consecutive rush attacks with a huge hitbox
Glide Attack	Flies low while dashing towards the hunter
Bite Attack	A typical bite attack that can flinch hunters

Fire Breath Attack

Rathian has the ability to spit out fire from its mouth. This attack has variations.

Fire Breath Attack Variations
Straight Fire Breath: Rathian spits out a breathe of flame directly in front of it. The fire lingers on the spot it drops to, so make sure to avoid getting hit by it. Simply dodging to the left or right can save you the trouble of being burned.
Triple Fire Breathe: Rathian can shoot fire projectiles from its mouth. In its regular state, it shoots only one fireball. When enraged, it will shoot three in a row. Rathian is vulnerable when during and after using the move which gives ample time for you to attack.

Somersault

Somersault Attack Information
Somersault: The Rathian has a unique way of utilizing its poisonous tail. It will somersault close to the player, assaulting the player with its tail in a circular whiplash. You must avoid this attack as it causes significant and lingering poison damage. Stock up on some Antidotes or Herbal Medicines if you wish to go toe-to-toe with the Queen of the Land!

Tail Spin

Tail Spin Attack Information
Tail Spin: The Rathian clears the area behind it with its tail doing a 180° sweep, pausing for a moment before doing the second one. This attack is easily avoidable and opens the Rathian to be attacked since the Rathian uses large motions, making it very predictable. Just leave the range of the sweeps and punish this monster.

Rush Attack

Rush Attack Information
Rush Attacks: These consecutive rush attacks have a deceptively large hitbox so try evading as much as possible. It is advisable to sheathe your weapon and evade while running instead of counterattacking because Rathian usually chains this to another attack!

Glide Attack

Glide Attack Information
Glide Attack: The Rathian rises to the air and glides towards its target, attempting to knock it off its feet. Similar to the Tail Spin, this attack has the Rathian use its entire body. Attacking in a large motion, dodging this attack is as easy as Wirebug dashing left or right.

Bite Attack

Bite Attack Information
Bite Attack: The Rathalos's bite attack is similar to the bite attack of the other monsters as it knocks you off your feet when hit. The bite itself isn't devastating but being knocked off your feet leaves you defnseless. After the bite, the Rathian can rush you or hurl fire balls at you. Make sure to recover quickly with your Wirebug!

Rathian Materials and Drops

Master Rank Rathian Materials

High Rank Rathian Materials

Low Rank Rathian Materials

Rathian Dropped Materials

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