Summary
When designing new monsters forMonster Hunter Wilds, the original generation ofPokemoncould provide a good field of ideas. After all, theMonster Hunterseries is largely built on its cool and memorable monster designs, and the originalPokemongames had designs strong enough to launch a franchise. WithPokemonbeing even more iconic for its own monster designs,Monster Hunter Wildscouldn’t find much better inspiration.
Even after 20 years, theMonster Huntergames are still coming up with new and interesting monsters for players to face. With such a wide selection, there are more than enough options forpast monsters to return inMonster Hunter Wilds. At the same time, it must also introduce more game-original monsters as well. Thankfully, the series' track record should lead to another slate of excellent additions, and designs inspired by Gen 1 Pokemon could make things quite interesting.
Some of Kanto’s Pokemon Would Have Potential in Monster Hunter Wilds
Scyther Could Inspire Another Razor-Sharp Bug Monster
A flying mantis with razor-sharp scythes for hands, Scyther has always been a dangerous-looking Pokemon. A lot ofMonster Huntermonsters are practically living weapons to begin with, so a blade-like bug slashing through the forests wouldn’t feel out of place. SinceMonster Hunterhas so few bug-themed monsters aside from arachnids in the first place, Scyther could potentially inspire a new trend that could affect future games as well asWilds.
Scyther’s evolved forms, Scizor and Kleavor, do an equally good job of showing how versatile Scyther’s general concept is, andMonster Hunter Wildscould surely make great use of the idea.
Rapidash Could Give Monster Hunter Wilds' Mount a Run For its Money
It’s already common knowledge thatMonster Hunter Wildshas a new mount, so a horse-themed monster might be a fitting addition. Rapidash already works thematically, since a flaming horse is a simple yet exciting concept. Such a monster could even possibly run so fast it leaves a trail of flames, creating a new environmental obstacle.Monster Hunter Wildscould turn a Rapidash-styled monster into a serious threat with the right idea in mind.
Gyarados is Already Scarier Than Some Monster Hunter Veterans
Gyarados feels like it could have come from aMonster Huntergame already. The flying sea serpent is both powerful and intimidating after evolving from the infamously weak Magikarp. It could easily be adapted into a bruising opponent that could terrorize the waters ofMonster Hunter Wilds' new world.Pokemonplayers have known from the beginning that Gyarados should be feared, andMonster Huntercould double down on that reputation.
Venomoth Could Be the Base For a Graceful Yet Venomous Creature
Venomoth has always been one of Generation 1’s stranger Pokemon, and those same quirks could be inspirational forMonster Hunter Wilds. A poison moth with inexplicable psychic powers, a Venomoth-themed monster could make for an interesting hunt, spreading poison and using its powers to keep hunters at bay.
Nidoqueen and Nidoking Could Be Role Models For Monster Hunter Wilds
Nidoqueen and Nidoking have a similar dynamic toMonster Hunter’s iconic Rathalos and Rathian, being male and female monsters with similar abilities. In the case of the Pokemon in question, they’re both armored, poisonous beasts with a lot of muscle to throw around.Monster Hunter Wildscould use them as inspiration to make a pair of durable, dangerous monsters that can challenge players to a battle of attrition. Fierce and fearsome, Nidoking and Nidoqueen could be perfectMonster Hunterprototypes.
Monster Hunter Wilds
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The unbridled force of nature runs wild and relentless, with environments transforming drastically from one moment to the next. This is a story of monsters and humans and their struggles to live in harmony in a world of duality.Fulfill your duty as a Hunter by tracking and defeating powerful monsters and forging strong new weapons and armor from the materials you harvest from your hunt as you uncover the connection between the people of the Forbidden Lands and the locales they inhabit.The ultimate hunting experience awaits you in Monster Hunter Wilds.
