At the Capcom Showcase exhibition on June 13, the inclusion of rare and special species in future updates was confirmed. For the first time in the games of the fifth generation Monster Hunter (Gen 5), special and rare species appeared. But what are rare species and special species? Here is an explanation.

• monsters of rare species
• Monsters of a special type
• What are subspecies of monsters?
• What are variant monsters?
• What are deviant monsters?

monsters of rare species

Rare species were one of the main elements of the Monster Hunter Games game from the very first game for PlayStation 2. These monsters, in fact, are an alternative form of a monster, which is much less common than subspecies. For example, Ratalos base monster, azure ratalos these are subspecies (which are easily accessible for hunting) and Silver Ratalos is a rare species. Rare species existed in the game from the 1st generation, but their appearance was limited, for example, Gold Rathian, Lucent Nargacuga and Molten Tigrex.

Monsters of a special type

In previous games, Special Species are rare monsters that are usually created with an advertising link. These include the themes of the Evangelion. Unit 01 Brachidios or an attack on the titans Aberrant Devilo from Monster Hunter Explore. It is not known whether special views in the Monster Hunter Rise will look like this or will be more like subspecies.

What are subspecies of monsters?

The subspecies of monsters are monsters alternative to the forms of monsters with different colors or more aggressive attack schemes. They appeared in Gen 5 games with monsters such as pink ratian as well as black diabloos appear in several games.

What are variant monsters?

Variant monsters are similar to subspecies, but often almost or completely indistinguishable, except for their attacks and levels of aggression. Monsters love furious Rajang or savage Devilo get into this category.

What are deviant monsters?

Deviant monsters are similar to monsters-options and appeared only in the games of the Monster Hunter Generations and Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate. These monsters are larger, more aggressive, more dangerous and accessible only to hunters with special permits. They are designed to represent monsters that have experienced huge difficulties or survived in extreme conditions to turn an ordinary monster into dangerous adaptation. Ominent Tigrex as well as terrifying Ratalos are examples.

To obtain additional information and guidelines for Monster Hunter, read the article All new monsters in Monster Hunter: Sunbreak in the game manuals for professionals.