Tigrex

Learn how to defeat the Tigrex in Monster Hunter Generations! Discover its weaknesses, attack patterns, and strategies to overcome this ferocious Flying Wyvern.

Alright, let's talk about the Tigrex in Monster Hunter Generations. This thing is a real terror, a Flying Wyvern that lives up to its reputation for pure, unadulterated aggression. It's territorial, it's angry, and it *will* punish you for getting in its way with its signature charges, tackles, and those nasty 360 spins. Seriously, when this monster gets riled up, it's a whole new level of scary.

You'll know Tigrex is entering its rage mode because its skin gets this reddish mottling, and it lets out a roar that's not just loud – it actually hurts! Unlike some monsters whose roars just make you flinch, Tigrex's can deal damage. If you want to be completely immune to that sonic assault, you'll need High Grade Earplugs.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Weakest to: Thunder, Dragon

Areas:

• Jurassic Frontier: Starts in Area 3, roams Areas 2, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, rests in Area 8.
• Arctic Ridge: Starts in Area 3, roams Areas 1, 6, 7, 8, rests in Area 3.
• Dunes: Starts in Area 4, roams Areas 1, 2, 7, 10, rests in Area 3.
• Marshlands: Starts in Area 5, roams Areas 6, 8, rests in Area 4.
• Ancestral Steppe: Starts in Area 9, roams Areas 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, rests in Area 9.
• Frozen Seaway: Starts in Area 3, roams Areas 1, 3, 4, 6, 9, rests in Area 7.

Attacks:

• Side Chomp: It'll chomp to the side. While the head is the main target, be aware that Tigrex's whole body becomes a hitbox during this, even the tail.
• Double Side Chomp: When enraged, it chomps twice while moving forward. This covers a lot of ground, so don't stand directly in front of it.
• Charge: Tigrex charges straight at you. If it's enraged, it can change direction and charge up to three times in a row. Stay sharp!
• 360 Spin: After a brief wind-up, Tigrex spins forward, whipping its tail. This deals massive damage. Watch out, because in rage mode, it can sometimes do a mini-charge right into this spin with almost no warning.
• Jump Attack: It leaps forward and pounces. This is often chained after a charge when it's enraged.
• Rock Throw: Tigrex digs its talons into the ground and flings rocks at you.

Breakable Parts:

• Head
• Wings (both)
• Tail (can be cut)

Strategy: Keep your distance when you can, especially when it's enraged. Its charges and spins cover a lot of ground, so dodging is key. Try to exploit its weakness to Thunder and Dragon element attacks. When you see it winding up for a big attack, look for an opening to strike, especially on its head or wings. Remember to break its parts for extra rewards!