Rathalos Alert!

Learn how to complete the Rathalos Alert! 5-star Village Quest in Monster Hunter Rise. Get tips on Rathalos's weaknesses, locations, and strategy.

Alright, let's get you prepped for the Rathalos Alert quest in Monster Hunter Rise! This is a 5-star Village Quest that'll pop up once you've hit that rank. It's a classic Monster Hunter fight, so buckle up!

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Weakness: Dragon element
• Aggression: High, spends more time airborne than Rathian

Quest Details:

• Reward: 4500z
• Locale: Lava Caverns
• Time Limit: 50 minutes

Rathalos Location:

• Area 12: 60% chance
• Area 14: 30% chance
• Area 11: 10% chance

Strategy:

• Before you even leave, make sure you've eaten some Bunny Dango for buffs and equipped a weapon with Dragon element damage. It makes a huge difference!
• Your main target is Rathalos, a Flying Wyvern that's been a staple since the first Monster Hunter. It's tough, especially if you're newer to the series.
• It shares some moves with Rathian, but don't get too comfortable – Rathalos is way more aggressive and loves to stay in the air. If you managed to beat Rathian and remember to dodge its attacks, you'll have a better shot here.
• For a deeper dive into fighting Rathalos specifically, check out our dedicated Rathalos guide page. It's got all the nitty-gritty details!
• Once you've taken Rathalos down, just head back to Kamura Village and chat with Hinoa to wrap up the quest. Easy peasy!