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Things You May Not Know About The Sword Pole Wolf (Info comes from MHO)


 * It was first reported as giant footprints by a group in the Yilufa Snowy Mountains. According to the group, the footprints belonged to some type of unknown Fanged Beast.
 * On the Sword Pole Wolf's arms and back are sharp spikes that resemble. The spikes aren't only hard but can actually regenerate if damaged, or knocked off by the Sword Pole Wolf, making them an effective weapon.
 * The spikes are actually pure bone.
 * The Sword Pole Wolf has aggressive attacks, yet it watches prey carefully for openings. From this it is nicknamed Bad King Kong (Chinese 不坏金刚).
 * Research has shown that this monster is a loner mostly. However, two have shown signs of being together at the same time.
 * Chances of a human surviving an attack from the Sword Pole Wolf is very slim.
 * Sword Pole Wolf prefers to not hunt weak prey. It actually lives in harmony with Popo, Anteka, and even Blango. This monster prefers to hunt for prey that are a worthy challenge to take down.
 * Some of its spikes can be seen in the bones of larger monsters.
 * Though the Sword Pole Wolf's size and bulk isn't very great, it makes up for it. Its strength, speed, and attacks more than make up for it.