Sunbreak Elder Dragons

This is an article on Elder Dragons in Monster Hunter Rise (MH Rise) and the Sunbreak DLC. Check here for the latest information on all the new and returning Elder Dragons in Monster Hunter Rise, and all Elder Dragons confirmed for the Sunbreak expansion.

Elder Dragon List

Sunbreak Elder Dragons

Sunbreak Elder Dragons
Gaismagorm
Malzeno	Shagaru Magala

Title Update Elder Dragons

Sunbreak Title Update Elder Dragons
Velkhana	Amatsu	Primordial Malzeno

List of Sunbreak Monsters

Base Game Elder Dragons

Elder Dragons
Narwa the Allmother
Wind Serpent Ibushi	Thunder Serpent Narwa	Crimson Glow Valstrax
Chameleos	Kushala Daora	Teostra

All Sunbreak Elder Dragons

Gaismagorm

The secret boss of Sunbreak, Gaismagorm, is a new elder dragon introduced to the Monster Hunter franchise. Explosive and absolutely massive, this monster certainly did not disappoint as the ultimate boss of Sunbreak's storyline.
Gaismagorm: Weakness and Drops

Shagaru Magala

The evolved Gore Magala returns as Shagaru Magala! A far cry from its original form, Shagaru Magala is covered in glittering scales with massive rainbow-like wings.
Shagaru Magala: Weakness and Drops

Malzeno

Malzeno was announced as the flagship monster of the Sunbreak expansion. Malzeno was also revealed to be an Elder Dragon, inspired by vampires in western mythology.
Malzeno: Weakness and Drops

Velkhana

The flagship Elder Dragon from Monster Hunter World: Iceborne makes a triumphant return in Sunbreak via a Title Update! It is known to summon ice pillars and can freeze enemies like a popsicle so be careful!

Velkhana: Weakness and Drops

Amatsu

Amatsu, the Looming Calamity, makes its return in Sunbreak's Free Title Update 5 as the returning Elder Dragon. Prepare to face the storm itself with its torrential water attacks and lightning strikes!

Amatsu: Weakness and Drops

Primordial Malzeno

This variant of Malzeno is its knightly form before being affected by the Qurio. It fights elegantly with its wings and tail, but its behavior changes once the Qurio are involved. It is the final monster released in Sunbreak.
Primordial Malzeno: Weakness and Drops

All Base Game Elder Dragons

Crimson Glow Valstrax

Valstrax was the flagship monster of MHGU, and Crimson Glow Valstrax is a variant of that monster. Equipped with new moves, Crimson Glow Valstrax is sure to delight new and old fans alike in Update 3.0.
How to Beat Crimson Glow Valstrax

Narwa the Allmother

Once Update 3.0 dropped, hunters that were HR50 and above were presented with a new quest that requires them slay Narwa the Allmother once and for all!
How to Beat Narwa the Allmother

Wind Serpent Ibushi

Wind Serpent Ibushi is the first of two Elder Dragons encountered in Monster Hunter Rise as of Version 1.1.2. Ibushi will challenge hunters in the new Rampage game mode.
How to Beat Wind Serpent Ibushi

Thunder Serpent Narwa

Thunder Serpent Narwa, Ibushi's mate and queen, is the second Elder Dragon encountered in Monster Hunter Rise as of version 1.1.2. Experienced hunters will attempt to quell Narwa's thunderous rage in the final Gathering Hub ★7 Quest, Serpent Goddess of Thunder.
How to Beat Thunder Serpent Narwa

Chameleos

Chameleos is the first to be announced in a trifecta of Elder Dragons that arrived in the first free title update (Update 2.0) of Monster Hunter Rise last April 28. This dragon's favorite pastime is to turn invisible and steal Spiribird Pollens from hunters! We are looking forward to its return since MHGU!

Challenge this Elder Dragon in the ★7 Quest, Ancient Illusion once you've reached HR 20!
How to Beat Chameleos

Kushala Daora

Kushala Daora arrived in the first free title update (Update 2.0) of Monster Hunter Rise (MH Rise) last April 28! The chilling winds of Kushala Daora can throw off hunters who dare go near its gusts!

Challenge this Elder Dragon in the ★7 Quest, The Steely Storm once you've reached HR 30!
How to Beat Kushala Daora

Teostra

Teostra has arrived together with Chameleos and Kushala Daora in the first free title update (Update 2.0) of Monster Hunter Rise (MH Rise) last April 28. Be careful of its explosive Supernova Attack that can one-shot hunters caught in its radius.

Challenge this Elder Dragon in the ★7 Quest, The Emperor of Flame once you've reached HR 40!
How to Beat Teostra

Risen Elder Dragons

Elder Dragons can also be afflicted by the Qurio, but these monsters are able to overcome it and enter a Risen state. In the Risen state, they gain an orange coloration and gain new moves and stronger attacks.

Sunbreak introduces Risen Chameleos, Risen Kushala Daora, Risen Teostra, Risen Crimson Glow Valstrax, and Risen Shagaru Magala as Risen Elder Dragons that can be slain.

Risen Elder Dragons

Elder Dragon Characteristics

Traps Don't Work

Pitfall and Shock Traps do not affect Elder Dragons. This is important especially for hunters using Palicoes with Trap Skills as it may be necessary to swap to a different Palico specifically for Elder Dragons.

Status Ailments Have No Effect For Some

Depending on the Elder Dragon, status ailments have virtually no effect against them with some being more susceptible. Before any hunt, try checking your Hunter's Notes for details about the Elder Dragon to help you prepare!

Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak Related Guides

List of All Monsters

Sunbreak Monsters List	Monster Subspecies List
Monster Variant List	Afflicted Monsters List
Risen Elder Dragons List	Sunbreak Small Monsters List
New Monsters List	Returning Monsters List
Small Monsters List	Apex Monsters List
Elder Dragons List	Monster Weakness Chart