Rathian Guide: Weakness, Armor, Drops, and Weapons | Monster Hunter Rise | MHR (MH Rise)

This is a hunting guide for Rathian, a Large Monster in Monster Hunter Rise (MH Rise). Read on to learn Rathian's weaknesses, forgeable weapons, forgeable armor, drops, and more!

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Rathian Hunter 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.

Rathian Weaknesss 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

The more stars, the more advantageous it will be for the player.

Item Vulnerabilities

◯ = 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

How to Beat Rathian

Long Attack Opening After Somersault and Any Fire Breath Attacks Whack the Head! Sever the Tail! Attack the Feet to Take It Down Safest Area is the Back of the Feet Near the Tail Carry a Thunder or Dragon Element Weapon

Long Attack Opening After Somersault and Any Fire Breath Attacks

Rathian will take time to refocus after every somersault and fire breath attack. Use this opportunity to hit it hard!

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 the Back of the Feet Near the Tail

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!

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 Attack Patterns

Straight Fire Breath Attack

The 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.

Fire Breath Attack

Apart from its poisonous tail and menacing claws, the Rathian can shoot a fire projectile from its mouth. In its regular state, it shoots only one but when angered it will shoot three in a row. While shooting, it is left vulnerable which gives ample time for you to attack it while it is preoccupied with toasting the spot you once were.

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

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 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

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

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 Locations

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

Rathian Quest Appearances

Rathian Materials and Drops

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