Apex Diablos Guide: Weakness, Armor, Drops, and Weapons | Monster Hunter Rise

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

Apex Diablos Guide

Diablos Guide

Apex Diablos Weakness and Notes

Apex Diablos ヌシ・ディアブロス
Type		Flying Wyvern
Threat Level	10/10	Rampage Type	Major Threat
Major Weakness	Ice	Other Weakness	Dragon Water
Blight / Elemental Damage	ー	Abnormal Status	ー
Characteristics
A Diablos so mighty, it was crowned an Apex. It is eternally possessed by wrath and terror, possibly due to the myriad wounds that cover its body. Its supremely developed horns add to the lethality of its charge. The call of an Apex unleashes its tortured anger on nearby beasts, driving them into a frenzy.

How to Unlock Apex Diablos

Reach Anomaly Investigation Lv 201 in Master Rank

Apex Diablos can only be encountered as an additional target monster in Anomaly Investigations starting at Level 201 in Version 15 or later. Defeating it rewards a base of 310 Anomaly Research Points. Unlike most monsters in Master Rank, Apex Diablos doesn't gain any new moves.

Anomaly Research Level:
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Update 3.0: Solo Quest Unlocked after HR100

Quest Name	Monster/Unlock
The Devastating Apex Diablos	Apex Diablos
	Unlock Conditions: Complete an Apex Diablos Rampage Quest, Reach HR 100 and Finish the Urgent Quest "The Crimson Glow"

Once you update to Version 3.0, reach HR 100, finish the Urgent Quest The Crimson Glow, and have fought Apex Diablos in a Rampage at least once, you can take on Apex Diablos in its own slay quest!

Update 3.0 Patch Notes

Unlocked in Rampage Quests When You Reach HR 8

Apex Diablos will start to appear in High Rank Rampages when you reach HR 8 after the 2.0 Update. Like all Rampage Quests, you can run Apex Diablos rampage quests an unlimited number of times. Do note, however, that monsters appearing in Rampages are completely random so check the Quest Counter regularly!

Rampage Guide and Tips: How to Get S-Rank

Apex Diablos Weakness and Resistance

37	34	19	0
11	7	17	11

Bold are the recommended Weapon Type and Elemental Damage.

Apex Diablos Weapon Damage Breakdown

Part
Head	45	45	45
Horn	35	45	10
Neck	40	45	20
Abdomen	38	38	15
Back	25	25	10
Wing	30	30	20
Leg	28	28	25
Tail	50	24	20
Tail Tip	45	24	10
Overall	37	34	19

Apex Diablos Elemental Weakness Breakdown

Part
Head	0	15	10	25	15
Horn	0	15	10	25	15
Neck	0	8	5	10	5
Abdomen	0	10	5	10	10
Back	0	5	5	10	5
Wing	0	5	5	10	5
Leg	0	10	5	15	10
Tail	0	10	10	15	10
Tail Tip	0	25	10	30	20
Overall	0	11	7	17	11

Higher numbers indicate higher potential damage to the monster.

Apex Diablos Hunting Tips

An angry Apex Diablos will trigger a devastating move, launching into an unstoppable charge, bringing down everything that stands in its pat. Push on against an enraged Apex to quickly rid it of its rage and steady its temper.

Status Effect Vulnerabilities

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

Item Vulnerabilities

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

Great Way to Farm Defender Ticket 8

Defender Ticket 8's are useful as Talisman Melding materials and an Apex Diablos Rampage Quest is a great way to farm for them!

Defender Ticket 8 is also needed for late-game weapon Ramp-Up for normal and Rampage weapons so take time to acquire these!

Defender Ticket 8 Uses

Apex Diablos Locations

Apex Diablos Known Habitat

Map	Starting Area	Visited Areas	Rest Area
Sandy Plains	9 / 10 / 11	5 / 6 / 8 / 9 / 10 / 11 / 12	2 / 12
Infernal Springs	-	-	-

Apex Diablos Quest Appearances

How to Beat Apex Diablos

Increase your hunter's defenses Aim for the head! Use Ice weapons! Use Sonic Bombs while it is underground Watch out for Black Smoke on its mouth Use the environment against Apex Diablos

Increase Your Hunter's Defenses

Apex Diablos dishes out pure, raw damage so we suggest increasing your defense stat. Eat Dangos with Defender (Hi) effects, upgrade your armor in the Smithy, or invest in armors with the Defense Boost skill if Apex Diablos is giving you a hard time.

Aim for the Head!

Apex Diablos has a major weakness on the head. We suggest focusing all your damage on this part not only to deal huge damage but also to break the horns, which could increase the likelihood of Apex Curlhorns dropping.

Use Ice Weapons

Apex Diablos is extremely weak against the Ice Element. We bringing a good Ice Element weapon whenever you fight Apex Diablos!

You can also increase the Ice Element of your weapon even further by investing on the Ice Attack Armor skill!

Use Sonic Bombs While It Is Underground

Using Sonic Bombs while Apex Diablos is underground will confuse him, making it unborrow itself halfway! This is a very long opening that you can use to deal massive damage!

Watch Out for Black Smoke On Its Mouth

When Apex Diablos has black smoke around its mouth, it is more aggressive and more likely to execute its Bloodbath Charge Ultimate Move. Stay on the defensive when Apex Diablos enters this mode and be mindful with your positioning!

Use the Environment Against Apex Diablos

Apex Diablos will carelessly charge towards hunters because of its blinding rage. Whenever you see it charging, go behind any environmental obstacles to catch Apex Diablos off guard!

Apex Diablos General Attack Patterns

Apex Diablos has the all the moves of a regular Diablos with added moves that are harder to telegraph and destroys Rampage gates. Here are some of the notable ones you have to watch out for:

Battle Cry Charge

Battle Cry Charge Attack Information
Battle Cry Charge: Apex Diablos will shout at the top of its lungs which immobilizes hunters without Earplugs. It will then follow the cry up with a charge attack that can damage any hunter near it!

Burrowing Corkscrew Attack

Burrowing Corkscrew Attack Information
Burrowing Corkscrew Attack: Apex Diablos will jump up and burrow itself on the ground. After some time, it will dig itself up while propelling itself in the air! The attack will target nearby hunters so be careful! You can avoid this move by using Sonic Bombs as it burrows underground to stun Diablos back aboveground!

Ground Horn Impalement

Ground Horn Impalement Attack Information
Ground Horn Impalement: A very quick impalement attack that can catch an unaware hunter. Apex Diablos will usually raise its horns before it smashes them to the ground. This has a fairly big hitbox so try using Emergency Evade when you see the attack coming!

Charging Horn Impalement

Charging Horn Impalement Attack Information
Charging Horn Impalement: A variation to the Ground Horn Impalement where Apex Diablos will first charge towards a hunter then slam its sharp horns towards the ground twice! Keep your distance or use Emergency Evade to save yourself.

Horn Charge Combo

Horn Charge Combo Attack Information
Horn Charge Combo: Apex Diablos will charge towards a hunter then immediately turns around for a follow-up horn attack. This can easily catch hunters who have evaded the first horn charge. Be aware of this combo to save your life!

Bloodbath Charge

Bloodbath Charge Attack Information
Bloodbath Charge: Considered as Apex Diablos ultimate move, Apex Diablos will quickly charge three (3) times then finish the move off with a spinning attack. This can one-shot any hunter caught along its path so Emergency Evade when you can!

Apex Arena Rush

Apex Arena Rush Attack Information
Apex Arena Rush: A rampage-only variation of Bloodbath Charge, Apex Arena Rush is a four-step attack that sees Apex Diablos deal damage to the gate and installations all over the battlefield! This can be countered by interrupting it by dealing huge damage via deploying the Splitting Wyvernshot or Elder Fugen.

Here are steps to Apex Diablos' Apex Arena Rush:

1	Apex Diablos Charges Far Away from the Gate Apex Diablos will charge far away from the gate. You can either attack it directly using weapons, use Splitting Wyvernshot, or deploy Elder Fugen to try and cancel the Rush.
2	It Charges Towards Nearby Installations When the charge pushes through, Apex Diablos will charge towards nearby installations - damaging them.
3	Charges Towards Another Installation Then Burrows Underground It then turns back and attacks another installation. Afterward, it burrows underground to prepare for the gate charge.
4	Moves Near the Center, Unburrows, then Charges to the Gate! While burrowed, Apex Diablos will move near the center of the arena and unburrows to charge the gate! This deals significant damage to the gate which can result in a quest failure!

Apex Diablos Rampage Tips

How to Beat Apex Diablos in Rampages

Interrupt Apex Arena Rush with the Splitting Wyvernshot Lure Apex Diablos towards Wyvernfire Artilleries Increase your Hunter's defenses Aim for the head! Use the Warriors of Kamura efficiently and effectively!

Interrupt Apex Arena Rush with the Splitting Wyvernshot

Apex Diablos' Apex Arena Rush can be interrupted using the Splitting Wyvernshot. You can do this while it is charging or after!

Lure Apex Diablos towards Wyvernfire Artilleries

Apex Diablos will always go for you, the Hunter, in a straight line. Whenever you get its aggro, we suggest luring it to a nearby Wyvernfire Artillery just so you can give it Fireblight and deal consistent damage!

Use the Warriors of Kamura

The actual fight against Apex Diablos is the perfect time to use specific Warriors of Kamura in your arsenal. It is important to note that this does not mean that you should use all of them at once though!

Each of these special installations have their own benefits and mechanics when activated. Refer to the list below to determine when is the best time to use each one:

General Rampage Tips

There are also general guidelines applicable to every Rampage quest. Check out our Rampage Guide for the best way to get S-Rank in every Rampage!

Rampage Guide and Tips: How to Get S-Rank

Apex Diablos Materials and Drops

Master Rank Apex Diablos Materials

Target

Capture

Broken Parts

Carves

Melding Blood [40% (Anomaly Investigations)] Diablos Chine [25%] Diablos Cortex [17%] Diablos Tailcase+ [10%] Apex Curlhorn [5%] Large Wyvern Gem [3%]

You cannot capture this monster!

Apex Curlhorn [100% (Both Horns)] Diablos Chine [80% (Back)] Diablos Cortex [20% (Back)]

Diablos Tailcase+ [70% (Tail)] Diablos Chine [30% (Body), 22% (Body)] Diablos Cortex [30% (Body), 24% (Tail)] Apex Curlhorn [12% (Body)] Large Wyvern Gem [6% (Body), 6% (Tail)]

High Rank Apex Diablos Materials

Target

Capture

Broken Parts

Carves

Diablos Carapace [32%] Diablos Ridge+ [25%] Diablos Fang [13%] Dash Extract [8%] Diablos Medulla [8%] Diablos Tailcase [5%] Apex Curlhorn [5%] Wyvern Gem [4%]

You cannot capture this monster!

Apex Curlhorn [100% (Both Horns)] Diablos Ridge+ [50% (Back)] Diablos Marrow [30% (Back)] Diablos Medulla [20% (Back)]

Diablos Tailcase [70% (Tail)] Diablos Carapace [39% (Body), 12% (Tail)] Diablos Ridge+ [32% (Body)] Diablos Fang [14% (Body x2)] Diablos Medulla [12% (Tail), 5% (Body)] Apex Curlhorn [7% (Body)] Wyvern Gem [6% (Tail), 3% (Body)]

Apex Diablos Dropped Materials

Master Rank

High Rank

Large Wyvern Tear [50%] Diablos Cortex [25%, 60%] Diablos Chine [22%, 40%] Large Wyvern Gem [3%]

Diablos Carapace [70%] Large Wyvern Tear [40%] Diablos Ridge+ [30%] Wyvern Gem [2%]

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