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

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Kushala Daora Weapons	Kushala Daora Armor

Kushala Daora Weakness and Notes

Kushala Daora クシ・ャルダオラ
Type	Elder Dragon	Previous Games	MHF2, MHFU, MH4, MH4U, MHG, MHW
Threat Level	8/10	Rampage Type	ー
Major Weakness	Thunder Blast	Other Weakness	Fire
Blight / Elemental Damage	Dragon Ice	Abnormal Status	ー
Characteristics
It's difficult to even get close to one of these metallic elder dragons, but some claim better odds if the creature is weakened with poison, or has its horn broken, limiting the amount of wind pressure it can muster.

Update 2.0

Kushala Daora is one of many new Elder Dragons added to Monster Hunter Rise (MH Rise) in the first Free Title update released last April 28, 2021!

Update 2.0 Patch Notes

How to Unlock Kushala Daora

Complete Dark Citadel, White Wheel in Master Rank

Quest Name	Monster/Unlock
The Frozen Dictator (Key Quest)	Kushala Daora
	Unlock Conditions: Finish the Quest "Dark Citadel, White Wheel"

MR Kushala Daora is unlocked by reaching M★5 and completing the Quest Dark Citadel, White Wheel in the Sunbreak expansion.

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

Reach HR 30 in High Rank

Quest Name	Monster/Unlock
The Steely Storm	Kushala Daora
	Unlock Conditions: Reach HR 30

Kushala Daora is unlocked by reaching HR 30 in the Hub. When you reach HR 30, the Urgent Quest The Steely Storm will unlock giving you the ability to take on Kushala Daora in the Frost Islands!

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

Kushala Daora Weakness and Resistance

36	37	31	10
5	17	0	10

Bold are the recommended Weapon Type and Elemental Damage.

Kushala Daora Weapon Damage Breakdown

Part
Head	60	55	35
Neck	40	35	25
Foreleg	45	50	45
Abdomen	35	50	35
Back	23	25	30
Wing	23	23	20
Hind Leg	30	30	25
Tail	35	30	35
Overall	36	37	31

Kushala Daora Elemental Weakness Breakdown

Part
Head	10	5	15	0	10
Neck	10	5	15	0	5
Foreleg	10	5	20	0	10
Abdomen	10	5	15	0	10
Back	10	5	15	0	10
Wing	10	5	20	0	15
Hind Leg	10	5	15	0	5
Tail	10	5	20	0	15
Overall	10	5	17	0	10

Higher numbers indicate higher potential damage to the monster.

Kushala Daora Hunting Tips

Beckons dark dragon wind pressure as the whirlwinds surrounding its body seethe more wildly, and will deflect any non-piercing bow or bowgun shots not aimed at its head. Keep on the attack to quell the wind's power—reports also tell of an opening in its stormy barrier after unleashing a giant wind attack.

Status Effect Vulnerabilities

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

Item Vulnerabilities

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

Kinsect Extracts

Monster Part	Extract
Head
Neck
Foreleg
Abdomen
Back
Wing
Hind Leg
Tail

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

Kinsect Extract Guide

Kushala Daora Locations and Quests

Kushala Daora Known Habitat

Map	Starting Area	Visited Areas	Rest Area
Frost Islands	7	4 / 5 / 3 / 6 / 10	9
Sandy Plains	6 / 7 / 10	6 / 7 / 8 / 5 / 10	2
Infernal Springs	-	-	-
Jungle	2 / 3 / 5	1 / 2 / 3 / 5 / 7 / 9	10
Citadel	3 / 5 / 8	3 / 5 / 7 / 8 / 9	7

Kushala Daora Quest Appearances

How to Beat Kushala Daora

Kushala Daora Tips
Kushala Is Invulnerable With the Black Wind Aura Black Wind Aura Disappears When Poisoned Save One Wirebug for the Instant Death Combo Use Armor Pieces with Chameleos Blessing Use Flash Bombs to Bring Kushala to the Ground

Kushala Is Invulnerable With the Black Wind Aura

Kushala Daora will strengthen its metallic body and be invulnerable when the black wind aura is present - save for the head and hind legs. Target those whenever the aura is there!

Black Wind Aura Disappears When Poisoned

Kushala's powerful black wind aura gets negated when Kushala is poisoned - and with it the invulnerability. You can use a variety of tools and weapons like the Poison Kunais from the Supply Box and Chameleos weapons against it!

Save One Wirebug for the Instant Death Combo

Kushala's instant death combo (Wind Beam of Death) can catch hunters off-guard and the only way to mitigate this is to wirefall! Whenever you see yourself in this tricky situation, wirefall away from the black wind ball that follows!

Use Armor Pieces with Chameleos Blessing

Each of the new Elder Dragon armors are designed to combat other Elder Dragons.

Chameleos Blessing is a new armor skill obtained by equipping 4 pieces of Mizuha Armor from Chameleos that can negate all Wind Pressure and extend poison duration against a monster. This is a very hard counter against Kushala Daora so consider using this if you're having a hard time!

Mizuha Set Armor Set Skills and Forging Materials

Use Flash Bombs to Bring Kushala to the Ground

Kushala Daora loves to fly and attack while airborne - so use Flash Bombs to ground the Elder Dragon! Kushala builds resistance against it though so make sure to make every Flash Bomb count!

Flash Bomb Location: How to Get and Uses

Kushala Daora Master Rank Attack Patterns

In addition to its attacks in High Rank quests, Kushala Daora uses the following attacks in Master Rank.

Quick Breath Attack

Quick Breath Attack Attack Information
Quick Breath Attack: Kushala Daora quickly charges up a breath attack, sweeping it from one side to the other and dealing moderate damage on contact. This attack has an ambiguous start-up animation, so pay attention to Kushala's head motion during the fight and quickly move away from its head to avoid the attack.

Charged Blizzard Breath

Charged Blizzard Breath Attack Information
Charged Blizzard Breath: With the camera zooming out, Kushala Daora charges up and releases a wide-reaching blizzard breath from its mouth, dealing heavy damage to the hunters it hits. To avoid this attack, react to the camera zooming out and reposition to the left or right side of Kushala Daora and away from the attack's path.

Tornado Sweeping Breath Combo

Tornado Sweeping Breath Combo Attack Information
Tornado Sweeping Breath Combo: Kushala Daora flies up to summon multiple tornadoes before letting out a massive sweeping breath attack that deals massive damage on contact. Carefully maneuver away from the tornadoes to avoid being caught in Kushala's devastating follow-up breath attack.

Kushala Daora General Attack Patterns

Kushala Daora uses the following attacks in High Rank quests.

Running Dash

Running Dash Attack Information
Running Dash: A very fast sprint attack from Kushala. Evade or wiredash sideways!

Aerial Glide

Aerial Glide Attack Information
Aerial Glide: Consequently, Kushala can hover and glide towards a hunter. Roll away whenever you see Kushala charge for an aerial glide!

Claw Swipe

Claw Swipe Attack Information
Claw Swipe: A very quick swipe attack that Kushala can follow up with stomp attacks.

Dragon Stomp

Dragon Stomp Attack Information
Dragon Stomp: A very fast stomp attack imbued with dragon energy. Kushala has a chance to do this after a swipe attack or when it's flying so keep an eye out!

Wind Ball

Wind Ball Attack Information
Wind Ball: A very fast breath attack that can whip hunters upward! Kushala will usually inhale and charge before executing this attack so evade as quickly as you can! When you're hit, we suggest using Wirefall to regain your footing!

Vacuum Blizzard Attack

Vacuum Blizzard Attack Information
Vacuum Blizzard Attack: Kushala Daora will charge and accumulate all the energy from its surroundings while pulling you to the center. When fully charged, Kushala will whip up a huge blizzard that extends outward and deals massive damage. Move away from the center by roll evading, emergency evading, or wiredashing!

Tornado Attack

Tornado Attack Information
Tornado Attack: Kushala flies up then whips a tornado in front of it. This attack can send you flying so walk or evade sideways once Kushala starts inhaling! Kushala may also follow this up with a Wind Ball attack!

Multi-nado Attack

Multi-nado Attack Information
Multi-nado Attack: When Kushala has the Black Wind aura, it can create up to 5 tornados! They scatter in the battlefield outward as well so evade backward or sideways! Kushala may also follow this up with the Wind Beam of Death combo so do not be disoriented by the tornadoes and keep your focus on Kushala Daora!

Jet Stream Wind Blast Combo

Jet Stream Wind Blast Combo Information
Jet Stream Wind Blast Combo: A straight line wind beam attack that can throw a hunter upwards then followed up with a wind ball while you are airborne. This can instantly cart a hunter from full health and the only way to evade is to Wirefall before the wind ball hits!

Kushala Daora Materials and Drops

Master Rank Kushala Daora Materials

Target

Capture

Broken Parts

Carves

Daora Shard [28%] Daora Hardclaw [21%] Daora Cortex [16%] Daora Fellwing [15%] Daora Lash [12%] Daora Gem [5%] Large Elder Dragon Gem [3%]

You cannot capture this monster!

Daora Hardhorn [80% (Head)] Daora Fellwing [70% (Wing)] Daora Hardclaw [30% (Wing x2)] Daora Shard [12% (Head)] Daora Gem [5% (Head)] Large Elder Dragon Gem [3% (Head)]

Daora Lash [80% (Tail)] Daora Cortex [27% (Body), 12% (Tail)] Daora Shard [23% (Body)] Daora Hardhorn [21% (Body)] Daora Hardclaw [17% (Body)] Daora Fellwing [10% (Body)] Daora Gem [5% (Tail)] Large Elder Dragon Gem [3% (Tail), 2% (Body)]

High Rank Kushala Daora Materials

Target

Capture

Broken Parts

Carves

Daora Dragon Scale+ [32%] Daora Claw+ [21%] Daora Carapace [16%] Daora Webbing [16%] Daora Tail [12%] Daora Gem [3%]

You cannot capture this monster!

Daora Horn+ [80% (Head)] Daora Webbing [70% (Wing)] Daora Claw+ [30% (Wing x2)] Daora Dragon Scale+ [17% (Head x2)] Daora Gem [3% (Head)]

Daora Tail [80% (Tail)] Daora Carapace [30% (Body), 17% (Tail)] Daora Dragon Scale+ [24% (Body)] Daora Horn+ [17% (Body)] Daora Claw+ [15% (Body)] Daora Webbing [12% (Body)] Daora Gem [2% (Body), 3% (Tail)]

Kushala Daora Dropped Materials

Master Rank

High Rank

Old Dragon Treasure [25%] Daora Shard [25%] Daora Cortex [16%] Pure Dragon Blood [15%, 15%] Dragon Treasure [15%] Daora Hardclaw [10%, 10%] Large Elder Dragon Gem [1%]

Daora Dragon Scale+ [45%] Dragon Treasure [40%] Daora Carapace [34%, 30%] Elder Dragon Blood [15%] Daora Claw+ [10%] Daora Gem [1%]

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