Chameleos

Chameleos
オオナズチ (Ōnazuchi)
English Title	Mist Dragon Phantom of the Deep Forest Ancient Phantom
Japanese Title	霞龍 深い森の幻影 古の幻影
Chinese Name	霞龙 (Simplified) 霞龍 (Traditional)
Chinese Title	远古幻影 (Simplified) 上古幻影 (Traditional)
Korean Name	오나즈치
Korean Title	하룡 깊은 숲속의 환영 고대의 환영
General Information
Monster Class	Elder Dragon
Elements	Dragon (2nd Gen) Water (MHXR)
Ailments	Poison Fatigue (2nd Gen, MHFZ, MHO) Defense Down (2nd Gen, MHFZ, MHO) Vocal Cord Paralysis (MH2, MHF) Sleep (MHXR) Noxious Poison (MH Rise)
Weakest to	Dragon Fire (on Head) Thunder (MHXR)
Habitat	Forest and Hills Jungle Swamp Town Tower 3 Flooded Forest Ancestral Steppe Primal Forest Everwood Battlequarters Verdant Hills Marshlands Ruined Pinnacle Shrine Ruins Flooded Forest (Rise) Infernal Springs Jungle (MHRS) Citadel Kumbel Wetlands
Size	2811.32 1395.2
Related Monsters	Risen Chameleos Namielle
Generation	Second

Chameleos is an Elder Dragon introduced in Monster Hunter 2.

Physiology

Chameleos' body is covered by a purple and white hide, and its head ends with a protruding horn at the tip of its nose. Its eyes are similar to a real life chameleon's; large and orb-like, with the ability to control eye movement individually. The long and elastic tongue can extend to grasp and steal items from a distance. Its wings are a purple color with a grayish white membrane, and are used for flight and controlling the direction of its poison fog. Chameleos's large tail is reminiscent of a leaf and has a curled, spiraling tip.

Abilities

Chameleos has the ability to camouflage itself by using the electric currents running through its skin, refracting light in the mist and thus making its body invisible. This camouflaging ability is disabled if its horn is broken, and the tail severed. Known for using mist for protection, Chameleos's breath can create a thick fog to impair visibility as well as form dangerous toxic clouds. The stretching tongue is adept at stealing items from hunters, though this can be prevented with the Anti-Theft skill. It can also spit out acid blobs to reduce defense, and expel gas that inflicts stamina-lowering fatigue. Fanning its tail, it can cause High Pressure wind (much like Kushala Daora's wind barrier).

Behavior

Chameleos in tends to have a jittery nature in battle that makes it fairly unpredictable for hunters. During this odd behavior it will constantly try to steal items and poison unlucky hunters. Rare sightings claim it is peaceful and often avoids combat unless necessary.

Habitat

Chameleos is found in tropical and subtropical locations, like the Jungle and Forest and Hills. Occasionally, it has been sighted in the Swamp.

Other Non-Subspecies Forms

Risen Chameleos

Main Article: Risen Chameleos

Risen Chameleos is a Chameleos that has overcome the Qurio affliction, thus gaining new abilities and becoming even more powerful than before. It is one of the Risen Elder Dragons introduced in Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak, specifically in the 2nd Title Update. Hunters can only fight Risen Chameleos once they reach Master Rank 110.

Hardcore (HC) Chameleos

HC Chameleos has a pinkish tint on its body and different colored spikes. It gains new moves, including a combo move where it launches the hunter into the air towards it, then spits poison at them in midair. In addition, strange clouds of green gas appear in the area around Chameleos.

Game Appearances

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Main Series

• Monster Hunter 2 (Introduced)
• Monster Hunter Freedom 2
• Monster Hunter Freedom Unite
• Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate
• Monster Hunter Generations
• Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate
• Monster Hunter Rise
• Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak

Frontier

• Monster Hunter Frontier
• Monster Hunter Frontier Season 2.0
• Monster Hunter Frontier Season 3.0
• Monster Hunter Frontier Season 4.0
• Monster Hunter Frontier Season 5.0
• Monster Hunter Frontier Season 6.0
• Monster Hunter Frontier Season 7.0
• Monster Hunter Frontier Season 8.0
• Monster Hunter Frontier Season 9.0
• Monster Hunter Frontier Season 10
• Monster Hunter Frontier Forward.1
• Monster Hunter Frontier Forward.2
• Monster Hunter Frontier Forward.3
• Monster Hunter Frontier Forward.4
• Monster Hunter Frontier Forward.5
• Monster Hunter Frontier G
• Monster Hunter Frontier G2
• Monster Hunter Frontier G3
• Monster Hunter Frontier G Genuine
• Monster Hunter Frontier G5
• Monster Hunter Frontier G6
• Monster Hunter Frontier G7
• Monster Hunter Frontier G8
• Monster Hunter Frontier G9
• Monster Hunter Frontier G10
• Monster Hunter Frontier Z
• Monster Hunter Frontier Z Zenith

Spin-offs

• Monster Hunter Online
• Monster Hunter Explore
• Monster Hunter Now

In-Game Description

Monster Hunter Freedom 2 / Monster Hunter Freedom Unite Eyewitness sightings of this Elder Dragon are extremely rare due to its ability to literally vanish; however, details of this are unclear. It is thought that shocking it may make it reappear, but this is unproven. Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Precious few sightings of this elder dragon have been recorded, leading to claims it can vanish into its environment like a chameleon -- hence its name. Witnesses report attacks can come out of nowhere, but that Smoke Bombs keep the beast visible. 目撃数が極端に少ない古龍。その所以は、姿を自在に消すことができる能力によるものだと言われ、別名”霞龍”とも呼ばれる。姿を消す際に、霧状の特殊なブレスを吐き出すことなども確認されており、その特異な能力と奇抜な動きは、他に類を見ない。 Threat Level (危険度): ★★★★★★ Monster Hunter Generations Precious few sightings of this elder dragon have been recorded, leading to claims it can vanish into its environment like a chameleon -- hence its name. Witnesses report that it can spew a fog-like breath, which seems to come out of nowhere. Threat Level (危険度): ★★★★★★★ Monster Hunter Rise Precious few sightings of this elder dragon have been recorded, leading to claims it can vanish into its environment like a chameleon-hence its name. Witnesses report that, when enraged, it can spew a fog-like breath, which seems to come out of nowhere, and enhance its strength by licking the pollen from Petalaces. Threat Level (危険度): ★★★★★★★★ Monster Hunter Frontier G (?) Monster Hunter Now A seldom-witnessed elder dragon. In the rare event it is sighted, it is said to have the ability to vanish before one's very eyes. It has also been observed to exhale a special fog-like breath. Its unique abilities and eccentric movements are unmatched by any monster. Monster Hunter Online 分类 古龙种。 生境范围 喜欢在密林和沼泽等幽暗且高湿度的地带生活。 适应性 紫色的表皮柔软而坚韧，能够抵御利刃的攻击，外突的眼球给人一种十分滑稽的感觉。对比古龙种普遍易怒的个性，霞龙的性格显得较为温顺，但在受到威胁时也会攻击人类。平时移动迟缓，愤怒时则会变得极为快速。极富弹性的舌头会优先偷取人类身上的食品，令猎人迅速丧失战意。霞龙拥有拟态的能力，其全身的皮肤都能根据周遭的环境，随意变化颜色，当皮肤的颜色与环境一致时，霞龙也就顺理成章的“凭空”消失在人们面前。正是由于霞龙的这种特性，造成了对其观测的困难，因此围绕着霞龙，至今仍有许多的谜团尚未解开。 行为 通过将体内高度浓缩的多种毒液喷吐而出，化为长时间的气云，霞龙具有将最老练的猎人玩弄于股掌之中的能力。借助拟态的能力、长时间存在的气体云和舌头能够偷取道具的特性，霞龙能够掌控整个战场，一定要注意补给道具是否足够。 Threat Level (危険度): !!!!!!!

Soundtrack

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BPM: 162

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BPM: 162 (4/4 > 5/4 > 4/4)
Monster Hunter Rise version.

Materials

This section is about monster materials obtained from hunting Chameleos in Monster Hunter Rise and Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak. For a list of acquisition chances, as well as carves in other games, see Chameleos Carves.

High Rank

Items
Name	Rarity	Price
Chameleos Hide+	Rare-6	2660z
	Superior hide of a Chameleos. Strange to touch, but very durable.
Chameleos Claw+	Rare-6	4740z
	Sharpened claw of a Chameleos. Small and sharp, but still valued for being easy to work with.
Chameleos Wing	Rare-6	5480z
	While this material is strong, the surface's wierd texture is its highlight.
Chameleos Tail	Rare-6	5260z
	The distinctive tail of Chameleos. Feels very strange.
Chameleos Gem	Rare-7	13000z
	A rare gem formed inside Chameleos. It has a multi-colored glow.
Fucium Ore	Rare-6	1020z
	Ore composed of a mysterious metal; can fuse nearly any two materials together.
Chameleos Spike	Rare-6	5780z
	A sharp horn of a Chameleos. Strong and hard, but strangely easy to work with.
Elder Dragon Blood	Rare-6	2100z
	Contains an unknown compound. The object of much scholarly research.
Dragon Treasure	Rare-4	800z
	A shiny rock that elder dragons like to collect. (Account Item)

Master Rank

Items
Name	Rarity	Price
Chameleos Finehide	Rare-8	4320z
	Top-grade Chameleos hide. Its strange texture calms the sould of those who touch it.
Chameleos Hardclaw	Rare-8	6420z
	A tough Chameleos claw. Its slender sharpness and strength make it an exceptional weapon.
Chameleos Fellwing	Rare-8	7800z
	A top-grade Chameleos wing. The strong, firm frame makes it invaluable as material.
Chameleos Lash	Rare-8	7260z
	The tough, hard tail of a Chameleos. The unique texture makes for excellent mateial.
Chameleos Gem	Rare-7	13000z
	A rare gem formed inside Chameleos. It has a multi-colored glow.
Large Elder Dragon Gem	Rare-9	18000z
	A giant, ultra-rare stone that forms inside an Elder Dragon once in a millennium.
Chameleos Hardhorn	Rare-8	8100z
	A super-hard horn that refracts light. A highly sought commodity.
Pure Dragon Blood	Rare-8	4200z
	Elder dragon blood that contains a potent mix of its mysterious ingredient.
Ultimas Crystal	Rare-8	2100z
	A crystal used to reinforce metal. It improves both durability and shock absorbency.
Dragon Treasure	Rare-4	800z
	A shiny rock that elder dragons like to collect. (Account Item)
Old Dragon Treasure	Rare-4	1500z
	Elder dragons hoard these stones that glow brighter with age. (Account Item)

MH4U Breakable Parts

Horn (x1)

Wings (x1)

Tail (Sever)

Notes

• General
• MHF2
• MH4U
• MHRise
• Frontier
• MHXR
• MHNow

General Notes

• Chameleos is a bit off to real-life Chameleons since it can move very fast unlike the Chameleon's slow nature. However, when no danger is present, Chameleos tends to move slowly and cautiously while camouflaged, much like real-life Chameleons.
• Although Chameleos is not in Monster Hunter 4, you can trade for its materials at the Wyporium in exchange of some Kushala Daora materials. This was kept in Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate, despite Chameleos appearing in person.
• Chameleos was the only member of the trio of Elder Dragons introduced in Monster Hunter 2 to not have an alternate form (with Kushala Daora and Teostra receiving Rusted Kushala Daora and Lunastra respectively) until Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak's second Title Update, which introduced Risen Chameleos.
• Despite its namesake, its appearance is more based off of Uroplatus (leaf-tailed geckos)
• Prior to Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate, Chameleos's battle theme only played when it was enraged.
• Chameloes was voted 62nd place in the Hunters' Choice for Top Monster during Monster Hunter's 20th Anniversary.

Monster Hunter Freedom 2

Chameleos is very sensitive to Fire Element on the chest, front legs and tail. Dragon element is more effective on the wings, whilst everywhere else on the body takes equal damage from both Elements.

Cutting the tail and breaking the horn causes its camouflage effect to stop. Dragon Element is needed to break Chameleos' horn, while the tail can only be cut once Chameleos has less than 30% health left.

Chameleos have sticky tongues, allowing them to steal items off the hunter.

Throwing a Smoke Bomb at Chameleos will temporarily make it visible.

A much more economical way to locate Chameleos after it has gone invisible is simply to run around in circles and watch how the hunter reacts. Even though Chameleos can't be seen, the hunter will run normally when headed in Chameleos's direction, and panic-run in any other direction.

• Felyne Comrades will always know where Chameleos is, even when invisible.
• Flash Bombs thrown in front of Chameleos do not make it visible, but they help locate its head due to the stars circling its face.

Despite it using poison attacks itself, Chameleos can be poisoned. The poison deals damage and helps locate its head whilst invisible.

Sonic Bombs detonating near Chameleos while it is in the middle of an attack cause it to flinch and turn it completely visible for roughly one minute. There is also a chance that Chameleos may drop a shiny when this happens. This can be done regardless of whether Chameleos is in Rage Mode or not.

When Chameleos beats its tail on the ground, it will try to steal an item immediately after finishing.

The area Chameleos is in will light up if the hunter has the Autotracker skill, but the Elder Dragon itself will not appear on the map.

Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate

Dragon element is no longer required to break its horn.

Chameleos gains the ability to cover the whole area in a fog when enraged.

• Chameleos can only become invisible when the fog is present.

Unlike previous games, the battle music plays constantly regardless of whether Chameleos is enraged or not. To indicate rage, Chameleos will now cover the entire area in a dense mist, which also makes the music sound muffled.

Chameleos' poison spit leaves toxic clouds that Chameleos can manipulate with the wind generated by its wings.

The poison status inflicted by Chameleos last much shorter than usual.

• The poison inflicted by the poison spit and poison clouds only lasts 10-15 seconds.
• The poison inflicted by the pressured breath attack only lasts about 3-5 seconds.

Chameleos can no longer inflict the Fatigue or Defense Down ailments.

Monster Hunter Rise

Chameleos was added in Rise's first title update.

It is now capable of turning invisible even when not enraged OR in mist, and will do so much more frequently.

• Breaking the horn of Chameleos will allow players to properly lock-on to the monster, regardless if Chameleos generates the mist or not.

Its poison is now more dangerous, being Noxious Poison instead of the standard poison.

Chameleos borrows a few moves from Vaal Hazak. One being a body slam that leaves it vulnerable to attacks afterwards while being invisible.

Its tongue attack now steals Spiribird buffs instead of items. This reduces the hunter's buffs, but also gives Chameleos those buffs, be it attack, health, etc.

• If the hunter damages Chameleos enough, the Chameleos will emit that pollen gas, allowing the hunter to recover the stolen buff. If the other hunting party steps to the emitted gas, they will receive the buff as well.
• If the hunter fails to damage Chameleos enough after a certain time, the stolen buff will be lost.

The outridges on Chameleos' head, horn, and leaf part of the tail now glow purple. They will do this when it camouflages or becomes enraged. Chameleos also gains an effect when turning invisible or visible.

In Master Rank, Chameleos gains new poisonous beam attacks.

• It can now perform two types of sweeper beams, one that spreads out far and deals a good amount of damage and one that it performs close to itself that deals a small amount of damage.
• It can also do a straight poison breath and followed up by a poison breath on its right and sweep to the left.

Monster Hunter Frontier

Chameleos has a new status called Vocal Cord Paralysis that causes the hunter to be unable to speak/chat in game along with stamina loss like fatigue.

Monster Hunter Explore

• Chameleos gains an attack in which it breathes a circular cloud of bluish gray mist that puts the hunter to sleep.

Monster Hunter Now

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