Can you believe it, fellow hunters? It's 2026, and Monster Hunter Wilds is still evolving! The recent Title Update 2 brought back the iconic Lagiacrus and Seregios, and honestly, Capcom nailed it. It totally feels like they're listening to us veterans and reviving our favorite legends. With the game's performance issues now mostly a thing of the past, the stage is perfectly set for more epic comebacks. The Forbidden Lands feel vast, but I can't help but look at that roster and think... there's room for more. So many iconic beasts are missing! Today, I'm gonna share my ultimate wishlist of 10 monsters that would absolutely make Wilds the definitive MH experience.
1. Deviljho – The Hungry Nomad Returns
First up, a no-brainer: Deviljho. This absolute unit of a Brute Wyvern from Monster Hunter 3 is basically a walking ecological disaster, and that fits Wilds' themes like a glove. Remember how it just showed up anywhere in World to ruin your day? That's exactly the kind of unpredictable, dynamic threat the Forbidden Lands needs. Its signature dark Dragonbreath that inflicts Dragonblight is no joke. In a game with a strong emphasis on environmental balance and hunter intervention, having the 'Hungry Pickle' roaming around, aggressively taking over territories, would create those unforgettable, chaotic moments we all love. The fight would be pure, unadulterated violence, and I'm here for it.
2. Espinas – The Toxic Menace of the Plains
Seregios brought the 'bleed,' but we need another Flying Wyvern that brings the pain in a different way. Enter Espinas. This thing is a walking pincushion of pure poison! Its venomous talons, toxic horn, and those fireballs loaded with neurotoxins are a recipe for a brutal status-effect gauntlet. What makes Espinas unique is its personality—it's often aloof and ignores hunters until you really piss it off by breaking its thick hide. Imagine encountering one in the Windward Plains, carefully trying to crack its armor while avoiding its paralyzing strikes. That shift from a passive hazard to an enraged, blindingly fast predator would be an incredible gameplay dynamic for Wilds.
3. Ahtal-Ka – The Master Puppeteer
Okay, hear me out. We need more monsters that fight with their brains, not just brawn. Ahtal-Ka is that monster. As a huge Generations Ultimate fan, this praying mantis holds a special place in my heart. It's weak on its own, so it hides inside its massive mechanical nest, the Ahtal-Neset, which it builds from hunter weapons and debris. The fight is a spectacle unlike any other—it throws scrap metal, webs you up, and even uses Guild Dragonators against you! Bringing this cunning, puppet-master insect to the Scarlet Forest would be a visual and mechanical masterpiece. Imagine the awe of seeing its nest constructed from the ruins of the Forbidden Lands. It would be a fight about strategy and breaking its tools, a brilliant change of pace.
4. Gammoth – The Icy Colossus
The Iceshard Cliffs are cool (pun intended), but they need a true titan. Gammoth, the woolly mammoth-inspired Fanged Beast from Generations, is the perfect candidate. This thing is MASSIVE. It summons ice armor, creates vortexes to pull you in, and tramples everything with pure, raw strength. Adding Gammoth would not only diversify the monster types in the icy region but could also set up legendary turf wars. Picture this: a Gammoth vs. Gore Magala showdown in a blizzard. The sheer scale and spectacle would be breathtaking. It's the kind of epic, heavyweight brawl that Wilds' large zones are made for.
5. Glavenus – The Scorching Blade
Fan-favorite? Check. Visually stunning? Check. An absolutely devastating moveset? Double-check. Glavenus, 'The Scorching Blade,' is a must-have. This Brute Wyvern is famous for sharpening its massive tail into a fiery greatsword. Its combos are relentless, mixing Fire and Bleeding attacks that can cause huge explosions. A fight with Glavenus is already cinematic, but imagine it in Wilds' dynamic weather—fighting this fiery beast in a torrential downpour as steam rises from its glowing tail. Plus, the gear! Its weapons and armor sets are always top-tier, offering amazing skills for fire-based or raw damage builds.
6. Akura Vashimu – The Crystalline Ambusher
We have arachnids, but none like Akura Vashimu. This scorpion-like monster from Frontier has a tail made of a giant crystal geode. It's an ambush predator, lying in wait with its tail sticking out of the ground, ready to paralyze anything that comes near. The coolest mechanic? Its blood changes color as you damage it, altering its attack patterns. This creates a multi-phase 'boss fight' feel that would stand out massively in Wilds. Hunting it would be a tense game of baiting attacks and learning its different colored phases. Its unique crystal-based design and phase-based combat would be a fresh and challenging addition.
7. Malzeno – The Vampiric First Elder
The Forbidden Lands are missing one key monster type: Elder Dragons. To fix that, let's start with a bang. Malzeno, the flagship from Rise: Sunbreak, would be the perfect inaugural Elder Dragon for Wilds. Its vampire-inspired design is gorgeous, with wings like a cloak. Its gimmick is Bloodblight, draining your vitality to heal itself. When enraged, it enters a 'Bloodening' state, becoming hyper-agile and almost teleporting around. Its fast, brutal Dragon-element combos and ability to pin hunters would make it a formidable foe, potentially rivalling Gore Magala in difficulty. An 8-Star Tempered Malzeno? Now that's endgame content.
8. Monoblos – The Classic One-Horn
Everyone expects Diablos, but let's go even more classic. Monoblos is one of the OGs from the very first game. This One-Horned Wyvern is like a Triceratops with a devastating charge and a club-like tail. Its hard shell forces hunters to use armor-breaking tactics, similar to Gravios. Bringing back Monoblos would be a fantastic nod to series veterans and add more validity to weapons and skills focused on breaking parts. Sometimes, you just want a classic, straightforward brawl against a iconic, heavily-armored beast, and Monoblos delivers that in spades.
9. Gogmazios – The Tar-Covered Calamity
The Oilwell Basin needs a true king, and Gogmazios is it. This Elder Dragon from 4U is a 'Giant Halberd Dragon' covered in sticky, flammable tar. It's a walking oil slick that can supercharge its tar into powerful lasers and inflict a nasty 'Tarred' debuff. The scale of this fight would be insane—a truly massive beast in an area full of combustible terrain. The gear from defeating it would undoubtedly be worth the struggle, likely offering unique skills related to blast or tar resistance. It would be a messy, explosive, and utterly epic confrontation.
10. Dalamadur – The Serpent King, The Ultimate Boss
Saving the best for last. My ultimate dream for a future Title Update is Dalamadur. This is not just a monster; it's a walking natural disaster. As the final boss of Monster Hunter 4, this Elder Dragon serpent is so large it can summon meteors and reshape mountains just by moving. The fight would be a spectacle on a scale Wilds hasn't seen yet, potentially dwarfing Zorah Magdaros. Imagine climbing the Ruins of Wyveria as this behemoth coils around ancient structures, using its barbed tongue to paralyze and its tail to smash. It's the perfect culmination—a true 'final boss' for hunters to unite against, promising weapons and armor of legendary power. Including Dalamadur would send a message: Wilds is ready for the biggest challenges the series has ever offered.
Final Thoughts
So, there you have it, my top 10 wishlist! From the toxic Espinas to the world-ending Dalamadur, each of these monsters would bring something unique and unforgettable to Monster Hunter Wilds. Capcom has shown with Lagiacrus that they're willing to bring back classics and adapt them brilliantly. Here's hoping they continue listening to the community and fill the Forbidden Lands with even more of our beloved legends. What monsters are on your wishlist? Let me know in the comments! Happy hunting, everyone! 🎯🔥
