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Monster Hunter Wilds

Arena: Rathian Quest and Rewards

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This is a complete guide on the Arena: Rathian for Monster Hunter: Wilds. Read on to see the full guide on how to beat Rathian in the Arena, how to get A Rank, armor and weapon loadouts, and so much more!

How to Get A Rank

Tips to Get A Rank


Hammer for Solo

Best Weapon Set for Solo
Chata Clobberer IIChata Clobberer II
▼Set A: Hammer▼

For a Solo challenge, we recommend using the Hammer in Set A. Although slower than other weapons, its Blunt damage makes it a powerful choice, especially against the Rathian.

Blunt damage is most effective when consistently aimed at its head, which is the monster's weakest point. Repeatedly stacking Blunt damage on the Rathian's head will eventually KO it, opening a window for an optimal combo.

During these opportunities, you can unleash a full Big Bang combo, finishing with a Mighty Slam for maximum damage output.

Hammer Weapon Guide and Best Combos

Sword & Shield and Switch Axe for Multiplayer

Best Weapon Set for Multiplayer
Scaly Sword IScaly Sword I
▼Set A: Sword & Shield▼
Dosha Fleshhacker IIDosha Fleshhacker II
▼Set B: Switch Axe▼

In Multiplayer, the ideal pairing is the Sword and Shield from Set A alongside the Switch Axe from Set B. This combination ensures optimal damage output, with both weapons offering high mobility and consistent DPS.

The Sword and Shield user will act as a supportive damage dealer, using Shield Bashes to generate stun with Blunt damage while also targeting the Rathian’s wings and tail when the opportunity arises.

Meanwhile, the Switch Axe user should focus on attacking the Rathian’s head for maximum damage. To minimize downtime and maintain constant pressure, it's crucial to initiate a Morph Slash when switching between Axe and Sword mode, rather than manually morphing.

Always Deal Consistent Damage

The best way to secure an A Rank is by dealing consistent damage to the Rathian's head while it's on the ground, and targeting its tail or legs while airborne.

Minimize downtime by avoiding knockdowns, refraining from item usage, and skipping weapon sharpening. Every second spent dealing damage counts in the arena, so make sure to make the most of your uptime!

Rathian Weakness and Drops

How to Unlock Arena: Rathian

Only Playable from HR 21 or Higher

Grand Hub Quest Counter

To proceed with the Arena: Rathian quest, you'll need to be at least HR 21 to be able to take on the quest at the Grand Hub.

Hunter Rank Farm Guide and Unlocks

Arena: Rathian Overview

Basic Information

Monsters
Time 50 mins. Type Slaying
Client Ricardo Reward Money 15840
Difficulty H★5 Region Wounded Hollow
Objective Slay the Rathian
Conditions ・HR 21 or higher
・Up to 2 players
Failure ・Time expires
・Faint 9 times
Support Hunter ・Rosso/Heavy Bowgun
Available Weapons
Set A
Arena: Rathian Icon Arena: Rathian Icon
Set B
Arena: Rathian Icon Arena: Rathian Icon
Set C
Arena: Rathian Icon

Active Monsters

RathianRathian

Rank Clear Times

A Rank 5'30"00
B Rank 10'00"00
C Rank 50'00"00

Arena: Rathian Quest Equipment

Weapons and Armor
Set A:
Sword & Shield
Hammer
Set B:
Switch Axe
Charge Blade
Set C:
Two Gunlances

Set A: Sword and Shield/Hammer

Weapons
Scaly Sword IScaly Sword I
Sword and Shield
Chata Clobberer IIChata Clobberer II
Hammer
Armor Items
Potion x10
Mega Potion x10
Ration x10
Max Potion x2
Antidote x10
Talisman Mantle
Decorations
・None

Set B: Switch Axe/Charge Blade

Weapons
Dosha Fleshhacker IIDosha Fleshhacker II
Switch Axe
Chthonian Flame IChthonian Flame I
Charge Blade
Armor Items
Duna Helm
Potion x10
Mega Potion x10
Ration x10
Max Potion x2
Talisman Mantle
Decorations

Set C: Two Gunlances

Weapons
Shell Gunberd IIShell Gunberd II
Gunlance 1
Paretic Gunlance IIIParetic Gunlance III
Gunlance 2
Armor Items
Potion x10
Mega Potion x10
Ration x10
Max Potion x2
Might Seed x10
Talisman Mantle
Decorations

Arena: Rathian Monsters

Rathian Weakness

RathianRathian
Sever Icon Blunt Icon Shot Icon
Rathian Sever Weakness Rathian Blunt Weakness Rathian Shot Weakness
Fire Icon Water Icon Thunder Icon Ice Icon Dragon Icon
Rathian Fire Weakness Rathian Water Weakness Rathian Thunder Weakness Rathian Shot Weakness Rathian Shot Weakness

Arena: Rathian Rewards

Quest Rewards

Rewards

Get More Rewards with Higher Ranking

Do note that you'll be able to get more quest rewards if you're able to log a faster clear time and get a higher score after the hunt.

List of All Items and Materials

Armor Sets and Pieces

The Rathian Coin item that you can obtain from this quest can be used to craft the Clerk α armor set.

Additionally, if you're able to get a B ranking or higher, you'll unlock be able to craft the Earrings of Dedication α armor piece.

List of All Armor and Armor Sets

Armorcharm and Powercharm

An Armorcharm and Powercharm can be obtained from any Arena Quest. There is no need to complete the quest to get them, as you can simply start the battle then exit immediately to receive the items.

Armorcharm and Powercharm Guide

Monster Hunter Wilds Related Guides

Monster Hunter Wilds - Quests

List of Quests

Quest Guides by Type

Monster Hunter Wilds - Assignment QuestsAssignment Quests Monster Hunter Wilds - Optional Quests Optional Quests
Monster Hunter Wilds - Event QuestsEvent Quests Monster Hunter Wilds - Field Survey QuestsField Survey History
Monster Hunter Wilds - InvestigationInvestigation Quests Monster Hunter Wilds - Arena QuestsArena Quests
Monster Hunter Wilds - Challenge Quests Challenge Quests Monster Hunter Wilds - Free Challenge Quests Free Challenge Quests

List of Arena Quest

Arena: Rathian ImageArena: Rathian Arena: Chatacabra ImageArena: Chatacabra Demonic Strength
True Strength

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