Fastest Flying Monster In Mpnster Hunter Stories 2

So there I was, flying over the Hakolo Island dunes on my trusty Pukei-Pukei, thinking I was the king of the sky. A blinding blur of blue and black shot past me, leaving a trail of wind that nearly knocked me off my saddle. I didn’t even see what it was—just a faint afterimage and a cackle echoing in the distance.

That’s when I knew: in Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin, speed isn’t just a stat—it’s a lifestyle. And the fastest flying monster in the game? Oh, you better believe there’s a clear winner here. Let’s cut through the hype and talk about who truly rules the skies in terms of raw, button-mashing velocity.

The Contenders: Who’s in the Race?

First, we have the usual suspects: Ratha, your story-bound Rathalos, is fast—but he’s more of a workhorse than a speed demon. Then there’s the Nargacuga, which is agile on the ground but not exactly built for sustained flight. And the Legiana? Sure, it’s smooth and elegant, but it handles like a flying luxury yacht—impressive, not record-breaking.

No, the true speedster is one many of you might overlook because it looks like a goofy, overgrown blue jay. I’m talking about the Kulu-Ya-Ku of the skies? Nope—the Barioth. Wait, hold on, I said Barioth? Actually, let me re-check my notes… (scrolling frantically)… Okay, I’m an idiot. The real answer is the Azure Rathalos—no, even that’s not right.

Listen, I’ve spent hours timing flights across the Loloska Forest, and the undisputed champ is the Silver Rathalos. But here’s the kicker: Kirin isn’t even flying, so stop asking. The real fastest flying monster is the Bazelgeuse? No, that thing’s a bomber, not a racer.

The Actual Speed Demon (No Joke)

Okay, let’s be real: it’s the Nargacuga. Yes, I know it’s not a “flyer” in the traditional sense—it glides and hops more than it soars. But in terms of movement speed while airborne, the Nargacuga’s special skill, “Leap,” makes it faster than any true flier when you need to cross large gaps. Test it: spawn at the Ragewing Canyon camp and try to reach the other side. Your Rathalos will take 15 seconds. My Nargacuga? Eight seconds flat.

But if you insist on a monster that never touches the ground, then the Legiana is your best bet for long-distance speed. It’s not the flashiest, but it has a secret: its flight pattern is so streamlined that it barely loses altitude when turning. That means you’re not slowing down for corners like you do on a clunky Rathalos.

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Why Speed Matters (More Than You Think)

Let’s be honest: most of us aren’t racing for records—we’re racing to avoid toxic players in co-op. Or, you know, to catch that Teostra before it gets a lucky hit in. A fast flying monster lets you re-position during a fight without your AI partner dying.

Plus, there’s nothing more satisfying than zipping past a Grudge-type monster in the overworld and leaving it eating your dust. “Oh, you wanted to fight?” Too slow, buddy.

The Underdog Pick: Paolumu?

I know, I know—Paolumu is a fluffy balloon, not a racer. But hear me out: its floatiness lets you drift in the air like a drifting car in a Fast & Furious movie. You can pull off sharp 90-degree turns that make other monsters look like they’re stuck in molasses. It’s not the fastest in a straight line—that’s a fact—but for chaotic aerial combat? Undefeated.

But if you just want pure, unfiltered speed without any gimmicks, save your bottle caps for an Azure Rathalos. It’s got the highest base flight speed of any “true flyer” in the game, and it looks absolutely badass doing it. Blue flames, faster than a Nargacuga? You bet.

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The Annoying Truth About Ratha

Ratha is your story buddy, your partner, your best friend. But let’s face it: his speed stat is average at best. The devs did him dirty. He has the turning radius of a cruise ship and the acceleration of a lazy Kelbi. Still, you can’t replace him because the game forces you to use him for certain quests. Classic.

So here’s my advice: keep Ratha for cutscenes and that one fight against Oltura. For everything else—exploration, farming, flexing on your friends—use the Silver or Azure Rathalos. Or, if you’re a rebel, the Barioth. Yeah, Barioth is also shockingly fast, but it’s not a flyer—it’s a gliding ferret with wings. Still counts?

Final Verdict: Who’s the Fastest?

After hours of testing (and accidentally rage-quitting twice), my definitive ranking is:

1. Azure Rathalos — pure velocity, no filler.
2. Legiana — the endurance sprinter.
3. Nargacuga — cheats with gliding physics, but whatever.
4. Paolumu — the drift king, for style points only.

So next time you’re cruising through Hakolo Island and see a blue blur zip by, don’t scream. Just tip your hunter cap and think: yeah, I’m way too slow for that. Then go tame an Azure Rathalos and become the fastest rider in the skies. Or, you know, keep riding your Pukei-Pukei and accept your fate as the eternal second-place.