Monster Hunter: World - 10 Hardest Monsters (And How To Beat Them)

7. Pink Rathian

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Congratulations, Hunter! You've made it to High Rank - or, as veterans call it, the end of the tutorial - and what better way to pop your cherry than by letting loose an angry Rathian?

Yes, you've faced the military green version of this fire-breathing wyvern before, but don't get cocky - its pink counterpart is a damn sight stronger than what you're used to. The big nasties of High Rank get sizable health and damage boosts over their Low-Rank iterations, and with progression through the former locked behind the snarling jaws of this new breed, you'll have no choice but to bring it down with your meagre gear. One poorly-timed dodge and you'll be roasted alive.

Just think of the challenge as a test by Capcom to see if you have what it takes to face the dangers that lie ahead.

Also, Rathians have wings, so be sure to abuse the hell out of its incessant flying by pelting it in the face with a round of Flash Pods. That'll soon show it who's boss.

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