Beat the Chameleos Elder Dragon in Monster Hunter Rise by following this guide.
The Chameleos is a new Elder Dragon in Monster Hunter Rise. This new debutant is part of the new Version 2.0 update for Monster Hunter Rise. Launched on 28 April, the Chameleos is one of 6 new monsters added to the game. While the Chameleos was introduced during the initial release of the game, it was never really out in the actual game. Now, that it has finally made its entry into the MH Rise many players have been wondering how to beat it. Well, we’ve got your back on that. The Chameleos fight isn’t that tough and you just need to keep your eyes open as the Elder Dragon does keep disappearing. With all that out of the way just scroll down and find out how to beat the Chameleos in Monster Hunter Rise.
Chameleos takes most damage to the head. So when fighting the Chameleos make sure you focus your attacks on its lobe. This Elder Dragon is very susceptible to Fire, Blast, and Thunder Elemental damages. Water and Ice leave it pretty much unaffected. If you want to utilize elemental attacks to the fullest it is better to go with faster weapons in the game as they will allow you to connect better. Blunt force damage can be used on the Chameleos’ head and forelegs. If you are using long-range shot damage then your best bet is to attack the head and the tail. Keep flash bombs handy as it may force the Chameleos to shed it’s invisibility cloak. You can use the Elemental Blight. This will put a faint glow around the body of the Chameleos.
You can also use the Target Camera to keep track of the Chameleos. Using the Target Camera will keep the camera targeted on the Chameleos. You can do this by placing the Target Camera on Chameleos. Once the Elder Dragon cloaks itself, focus on the map. Wait for it to reappear. Once its icon does reappear, lock the Target Camera. This will ensure that the camera view always keeps the Chameleos centered.
Breaking the Horn is also a good way to stop Chameleos from going invisible every now and then in Monster Hunter Rise. If you do find yourself inside the Poison Ring you can use the Wiredash to get out of the way.
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Chameleos doesn’t have any elemental attacks on its own, which is a relief. What this means is that you don’t have to craft your armor with any particular resistances in mind. However, the Chameleos has some pretty daft poisonous attacks. These poisons will readily sap your HP quickly. It might be wise to equip yourself with medicines and herbs to ward off the effects of the poison. Having a Poison Resistance skill can be handy too.
The Chameleos itself has a 1-star status effect vulnerability for Stun, Ice Blight, Water Blight, and Thunder Blight. It also has a 2-star status effect vulnerability for Blast and Fire Blight. Poison, Paralysis, Sleep, and Exhaust do not have any effect on the Chameleos as it isn’t vulnerable to such Status Effects.
The Chameleos also doesn’t have any vulnerabilities against the Pitfall Trap, Shock Trap, and Dung Bomb. Meat Effects and Sonic Bomb bring out situational vulnerability for the Chameleos. Flash Bombs are its only major vulnerability.
Use the Kaiser Teostra armor in the fight against the Chameleos. This armor set comes with the Teostra Blessing special skill. Upgraded to level 3, this armor will prevent Poison and Venom and at level 4 will also prevent theft. This makes it a must-have in the fight against the Chameleos.
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The Chameleos is seen lurking in two locations on the MHR map. It is seen in either the Shrine Ruins or the Flooded Forest. This explains its resistance to water elemental attacks in the game. Another point to note is that the Chameleos monster is only unlocked once you reach High-Rank 20 in the game. Once you reach High-Rank 20 you will get an urgent quest called ‘Ancient Illusion’ which will give you access to the Chameleos Elder Dragon in Monster Hunter Rise.
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The Chameleos has 9 special attacks. All these attacks do have a telling sign that you should watch out for. Once you learn to predict these attacks you will be able to dodge them with ease. Even if some attacks do hit you, do not worry much and use your potions to their fullest.
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This is everything you need to know about how to beat Chameleos in Monster Hunter Rise. While you are here you can have a look at how to get Narga Medulla or how to get Outfit Vouchers.