Diablos

Diablos is a Flying Wyvern introduced in Monster Hunter. It is known to inhabit Deserts and can be encountered at Low Rank, High Rank, and G rank in all currently released games.



Physiology
Diablos is a large, bipedal wyvern with powerful armour plating covering much of its body. Its most noteworthy feature is its pair of massive, solid horns above its eyes. Diablos also possesses a pair of tusk-like fangs and a large, spiny neck frill. Its tail ends with a heavy, studded club that can be used to ward off attackers. A bulky wyvern, Diablos stands on a pair of stocky, wide-set legs and possesses a broad upper body complete with thick, muscular wings.

Abilities
Diablos has the ability to burrow into the earth and travel underground, employing this tactic to surprise unsuspecting targets or slip away from a dangerous encounter. In addition, it is capable of producing a powerful roar that will stun most aggressors. Using its powerful legs in tandem with its heavy upper body and head, Diablos can run at high speeds to charge attackers with its horns, using the powerful momentum to maximize the potential for damage.

Behaviour
Diablos is a herbivore, known to feed on the plentiful cacti of the desert. Despite this however, it is wildly aggressive and will pursue anything which enters its territory. Diablos is known to use its two horns as weapons against attackers, but will also use them in bouts against other Diablos in battles for territory or mating rights. Diablos typically avoids flight for the purpose of transportation, as its disproportionally high mass prevents it from effectively flying for long periods of time. Instead, Diablos will use its wings to free itself when trapped in the sand.

Habitat
Diablos are exclusively found in dry, arid desert environments. The soft, loose earth allows for digging and the water-rich cacti provide it with both nutrition and hydration.

Design
Diablos is said to have been inspired by a Kaiju (Giant Monster), although no particular one was mentioned. In addition, its head and face seem to be inspired by the skulls of various Ceratopsians, as well as the tusks of pachyderms and boars.