The world of Monster Hunter Wilds is teeming with a diverse array of creatures, including formidable beasts, fierce wyverns, and giant insects. Among these, the Temnoceran family stands out, featuring some of the series’ most unsettling monsters, each exhibiting unique characteristics and attributes.
While Temnocerans only represent a minor fraction of the total monster population in MH Wilds, they offer intriguing encounters for players. If you’re curious about which monsters belong to this family, this guide provides essential information on these arachnid-like creatures.
Defining Temnocerans in MH Wilds
Temnocerans are characterized as arachnoid monsters, typically possessing eight legs and the ability to produce silk or webbing. This distinguishes them from the beetle-like Neopterons and the crustacean-inspired Carapaceons, such as Hermitaurs and Akura Vashimu.
Currently, Monster Hunter Wilds features just two confirmed Temnoceran species, though the potential for additional creatures exists through upcoming title updates or expansions.
Nerscylla: The Venomous Arachnid
The Nerscylla embodies a classic arachnid form, featuring eight legs, numerous eyes, and formidable claws equipped with poison sacs. This creature uses its retractable pincers to ensnare immobilized hunters, striking them after they’ve been trapped in sticky webs.
For those looking to gain tactical advantages, it’s important to note that Nerscylla is particularly vulnerable to Fire damage. Furthermore, hunters can utilize its parts, such as Nerscylla Claws, to craft weapons capable of inducing Sleep, making this monster a valuable target.
Lala Barina: The Floral Menace
Distinguishing itself from the Nerscylla, the Lala Barina is a six-legged Temnoceran known for its striking flower-like appearance. While it may resemble a typical arachnid with its spiky legs and fluffy white fur, it reveals a more sinister side when provoked. Its abdomen can unfurl to display vibrant red bristles and a lethal retractable stinger.
In battle, the Lala Barina can release red spider lilies from its abdomen, which are capable of paralyzing any creature that touches them. Additionally, its stingers possess paralytic properties, providing a dual threat. Like the Nerscylla, Lala Barinas are also weak to Fire damage, allowing hunters to strategically target their stingers, flowers, and claws for effective damage.
Exploring Other Temnocerans
Aside from the Nerscylla and Lala Barina, the only other notable Temnoceran in the Monster Hunter franchise is the Rakna-Kadaki from MH Rise. Similar in many ways to the Nerscylla, this creature showcases unique fire-based attacks and has a resistance to Fire damage. Additionally, the Rakna-Kadaki is accompanied by its progeny, known as Rachnoids, which also qualify as Temnocerans.