Kulu-Ya-Ku are Bird Wyverns first introduced in Monster Hunter: World.
Appearance
Kulu-Ya-Ku has a body shape similar to other raptorial Bird Wyverns, such as Velocidrome. This monster is covered in light brown scales and has a face that greatly resembles a Dodo. There are feathers on its head and arms. It also has spikes on its tongue.
Behavior and Abilities
Kulu-Ya-Ku is able to pick up small boulders and use them to protect itself from incoming attacks. It can also toss said boulders at foes from a distance or use a jumping slam to inflict stun. They are commonly spotted stealing eggs from Monster nests, especially those of the Rathian. By using Slinger Ammos, hunters can easily knock rocks out of the Kulu-Ya-Ku's hands.[1] Hunters can also break the rock by hitting it multiple times with their weapon. Kulu-Ya-Ku's head and arms can be wounded.
In Master Rank, Kulu-Ya-Ku gain the ability to dig up and use ore chunks or flint rocks instead of a regular rock. Ore chunks inflict more physical damage and stun hunters more easily. Flint rocks on the other hand may combust on impact and cause damage in a small area. What factors into the type of rock Kulu-Ya-Ku pick is unknown, as the Bird Wyverns seem to able to pick up all three in all known habitats.
Unlike other raptorial bird wyverns, Kulu-Ya-Ku are very docile and calm when coming into contact with hunters. If attacked, however, they will fight back.
Game Data
Physiology
Hitzone Damage Data | |||
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Hitzone | Cutting Damage | Impact Damage | Shot Damage |
Head | 68 | 68 | 60 |
Torso | 45 | 45 | 40 |
Foreleg | 52 | 56 | 45 |
Tail | 55 | 50 | 35 |
Breakable Parts: | Head, Foreleg |
Element Weakness Damage Data | |||||
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Head | 15 | 20 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
Torso | 15 | 20 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
Foreleg | 15 | 20 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
Tail | 15 | 20 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
Ailment Effectiveness | |||
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Ailments | Effectiveness | Ailments | Effectiveness |
Poison | ★ | Stun | ★★ |
Paralysis | ★ | Sleep | ★ |
Blast | ★★ | Exhaust | ★ |
Fireblight | ★ | Waterblight | ★★ |
Thunderblight | ★ | Iceblight | ★ |
Hunting Tips
“ | A Kulu-Ya-Ku uses small boulders to shield itself or smash against its enemies. Force it to drop whatever it is holding by staggering or blinding it, or if it's holding a cracked boulder, attack it to break it. | „ | |
- MHRise's Hunter's Note |
Game Appearances
Main Series
- Monster Hunter: World (Introduced)
- Monster Hunter World: Iceborne
- Monster Hunter Rise
- Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak
Spin-offs
In-game description
Materials
This section is about monster materials obtained from hunting Kulu-Ya-Ku in Monster Hunter Rise. For a list of acquistion chances, as well as carves in other games, see Kulu-Ya-Ku Carves.
Low Rank
Items | ||
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Name | Rarity | Price |
Kulu-Ya-Ku Scale |
Rare-4 | 310z |
With some fine crafting, the milky white color of these scales can be improved. | ||
Kulu-Ya-Ku Hide |
Rare-4 | 460z |
Due to its versatile coloration, this hide is often used in clothing. | ||
Kulu-Ya-Ku Plume |
Rare-4 | 550z |
These feathers are a hit among trendy youth for their vibrant patterns. | ||
Kulu-Ya-Ku Beak |
Rare-4 | 610z |
This beak, developed to eat the yolks out of eggs, has a peculiar shape. | ||
Monster Bone M |
Rare-4 | 200z |
A nicely-sized bone. Strong yet flexible, it's as reliable as steel and wood. | ||
Wyvern Tear |
Rare-4 | 300z |
Bitter tears wept by wyverns on certain occasions. (Account Item) |
High Rank
Items | ||
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Name | Rarity | Price |
Kulu-Ya-Ku Scale+ |
Rare-6 | 890z |
Boasts brilliant coloration, and leaves nothing to be desired in strength. | ||
Kulu-Ya-Ku Hide+ |
Rare-6 | 1320z |
Just like the sturdy Kulu hide you know. except stronger, and smoother too. | ||
Kulu-Ya-Ku Plume+ |
Rare-6 | 1570z |
These larger, more colorful feathers are often used in decorative items. | ||
Kulu-Ya-Ku Beak+ |
Rare-6 | 1740z |
This Kulu beak is a peck above the rest. Stronger than typical wyvern hide. | ||
Monster Bone+ |
Rare-4 | 500z |
A high-quality monster bone. Hard to obtain, but vital to craft powerful equipment. | ||
Bird Wyvern Gem |
Rare-7 | 4800z |
A valuable gem that can be harvested from bird wyverns. Said to fetch a high price on the market. | ||
Wyvern Tear |
Rare-4 | 300z |
Bitter tears wept by wyverns on certain occasions. (Account Item) | ||
Large Wyvern Tear |
Rare-4 | 500z |
Large, bitter tears wept by wyverns on certain occasions. (Account Item) |
Trivia
- Kulu Ya-Ku is one of the few raptorial bird wyverns to have feathers.
- During the collaboration with Final Fantasy, hunters could fight a Barroth-sized Kulu-Ya-Ku that came in contact with the Crystal. For this particular Kulu-Ya-Ku, its attack power is doubled, it cannot drop the Crystal, and it can’t be captured.
- The quest for this Kulu-Ya-Ku cannot be initiated again once completed in that save file, making it one of two unique monsters that players could not re-encounter unless player goes for SOS signal or start a new game. The other being the "Shattered Horn" Kirin in Iceborne.
Gallery
References
▷ Monsters appearing in Monster Hunter: World (edit) | |
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Herbivore | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Fish | ![]() |
Lynian | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Neopteron | ![]() ![]() |
Bird Wyvern | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Brute Wyvern | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Fanged Wyvern | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Piscine Wyvern | ![]() ![]() |
Wingdrake | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Flying Wyvern | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Elder Dragon | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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▷ Monsters appearing in Monster Hunter World: Iceborne (edit) | |
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Herbivore | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Fish | ![]() |
Lynian | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Fanged Beast | ![]() ![]() |
Neopteron | ![]() ![]() |
Bird Wyvern | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Brute Wyvern | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Fanged Wyvern | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Piscine Wyvern | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Wingdrake | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Flying Wyvern | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Elder Dragon | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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▷ Monsters appearing in Monster Hunter Rise (edit) | |
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Herbivore | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Amphibian | ![]() ![]() |
Fish | ![]() |
Fanged Beast | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Lynian | ![]() ![]() |
Neopteron | ![]() ![]() |
Temnoceran | ![]() ![]() |
Bird Wyvern | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Brute Wyvern | ![]() ![]() |
Fanged Wyvern | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Leviathan | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Piscine Wyvern | ![]() ![]() |
Snake Wyvern | ![]() |
Flying Wyvern | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Elder Dragon | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
▷ Monsters appearing in Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak (edit) | |
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Herbivore | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Amphibian | ![]() ![]() |
Fish | ![]() |
Fanged Beast | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Lynian | ![]() ![]() |
Carapaceon | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Neopteron | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Temnoceran | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Bird Wyvern | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Brute Wyvern | ![]() ![]() |
Fanged Wyvern | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Leviathan | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Piscine Wyvern | ![]() ![]() |
Snake Wyvern | ![]() |
Flying Wyvern | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Elder Dragon | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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