Kysandarch

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Kysandarch is a Brute Wyvern introduced in Monster Hunter Voyage. It is a collaboration monster, created by Lillid0ptera and SFunny1.
==Physiology==
Kysandarch overall resembles numerous species of theropods, such as Carnotaurus, Dynamoterror, and Majungasaurus. Like abelisaurs, Kysandarch is large but lithe and lightly built, with a large head built for biting down on prey. Its arms are basically vestigial, serving no practical purpose. Adorning its head is a set of forward-facing horns, curving slightly upward. On its neck and upper body is a coat of fur, contrasting the hard almost rock-like scales on the rest of its body. Kysandarch also has two lightning rod-like "pylons" jutting outward from its shoulders, with smaller dorsal plates running along the length of its back and tail. Its tail is almost gecko-like, becoming thicker before it tapers off into sharp point. In terms of color, Kysandarch is mostly a dark obsidian black, with grey claws and fur. Its horns fade into an electric blue color, tipped with a crackling light blue. Blue electricity channels cover Kysandarch throughout.
==Abilities==
Kysandarch's lithe build and strong legs makes it a very speedy and agile Brute Wyvern, being able to dart and weave when facing an enemy. Its massive horns can be used for goring prey, while its strong tail can pummel them too. As well as these physical traits, during a thunderstorm, the metals within Kysandarch's skin can channel lightning if it strikes the monster, amplifying its electrical powers and allowing the monster to direct the lightning through its attacks. Kysandarch uses the large structures on its back and hips, called pylons, to store and channel this energy throughout its body for attacks. If these pylons are broken then it can no longer channel electricity nor can it catch lightning from storms. 
==Ecological Information==
===Placement in the Food Chain===
Kysandarch is placed high in the food chain, being a large carnivorous theropod dinosaur. It has to compete with other large predators such as Carogorath, Tigrex, or even Ferrainyx on occasions. It competes with these monsters for smaller prey such as Popo, Anteka, or Mosswine, while at the same time being wary of larger, more dangerous threats such as Deviljho, Bazelgeuse, and Velkhana.
===Behaviour towards Other Monsters===
Unlike most Brute Wyverns, Kysandarch is typically passive and is willing to ignore other monsters if they do not bother it. This is because Kysandarch is adapted to preserving as much electric energy in its tail as possible, and so only attacks other monsters for food or territory. However, during lightning storms, Kysandarch becomes far more aggressive as it can take advantage of the extra energy in the air. During these periods it becomes an eating machine as it makes full use of its electrical abilities to gather large amounts of food and secure territory from other monsters.
===Tracks===
Kysandarch can leave behind Clawed Footprints or Electric Fur on the ground, and Claw Marks or Blast Marks on walls, rocks, and trees.
===Taxonomy=== 
*Kingdom: Animalia
*Phylum: Chordata
*Class: Reptilia
*Clade: Dinosauria
*Order: Theropoda
*Family: Abelisauridae
*Subfamily: Carnotaurinae
*Genus: Astrapivenator
*Species: A. fulgens (Shining lightning-hunter)
*Common Name: Kysandarch
==Game Data==
===Rage and Tired States===
*Charged State - Rather than a normal Rage State, Kysandarch has what is known as the Charged State. During a particularly powerful lightning storm, its lightning rod-like dorsal pylons will attract lightning, and it will channel this lightning through its attacks.
*Tired State - When tired, Kysandarch will become more sluggish in its attacks, and will be completely unable to use its channeled lightning. If its pylons are broken it will be immediately sent into the Tired State, and remain unable to channel lightning.
===Unique Statuses=== 
*Frenzy Virus - Kysandarch can be found infected with the Frenzy Virus, becoming Frenzied as a result. They are also able to overcome the virus and achieve the Apex state.
*Hyper State - Kysandarch can be found in the Hyper State, greatly increasing their attack speed and power.
*Tempered State - Tempered Kysandarch are considered Threat Lv2 Tempered monsters and have the usual changes as such.
*Afflicted - Afflicted Kysandarch can be found during Master Rank quests, and have the usual changes as such, being able to inflict Bloodblight along with its regular attacks.
===Turf Wars===
Vs. Carogorath - Both Brute Wyverns will roar at each other furiously before preparing for combat, Carogorath snorting up an ice helmet and Kysandarch charging up its electric pylons. The two charge forth, their heads clashing as the two roar and snap at each other. The Carogorath, clad in ice, attempts to push hard against its devilish adversary, only to waste the effort as it is soon overpowered. The ferocious devil pushes its foe to the ground and stands above it before biting down on its neck. The Carogorath gives a valiant struggle before kicking and flailing its way out of the thunder devil's jaws. (Wins)
Vs. Tigrex/Barioth - After roaring at each other the wyverns will resort to offense as they rush to attack. The pseudowyvern will leap up onto the Brute, jaws and claws first, only to be held up on the Brute's horns and back plates. This does no stop all damage, however, as the pseudowyvern is able to scratch and bite at the back of the Kysandarch before being swiftly thrown to the ground. With its attacker now made vulnerable the Kysandarch charges up its horns to deliver a thunderous charge that pushes and severely damages the pseudowyvern. When the Kysandarch stops charging it roars as the pseudowyvern makes its hasty escape. (Wins)
Vs. Velkhana - Upon sighting the Iceborne Dragon in its territory, the Kysandarch immediately goes on the offensive and charges up. It attempts to present a threatening display of thunder and lightning to deter the Elder Dragon from combat, only to no avail. The Velkhana swiftly strikes towards the Kysandarch with its tail, narrowly missing before sweeping its tail back up to rend the Brute Wyvern. As the lightning devil is staggered, the Velkhana uses its aerial superiority to pelt its foe with ice cold breath. The Kysandarch resists this as it leaps through the ice torrent, grabbing and weighing down the Elder Dragon. However, the Velkhana is able to throw the brute off, leaving the Kysandarch fumbling to the ground as the Velkhana escapes. (Loses) 
==In-Game Description==
==Monstie==
Kysandarch Monstie
==Attacks==
===Normal State=== 
*Roar - Kysandarch will stomp and roar at a hunter.
*Tail Swipe - With a thunderous noise, Kysandarch slams its tail down and swipes it towards a hunter.
*Stomp - Snarling, Kysandarch raises one of its legs and smacks it down on a nearby hunter.
*Chomp - Kysandarch simply bites at a hunter in any radius around itself. May cause Bleeding.
*Ram - Kysandarch snorts and rams into a hunter with its horns. May cause Bleeding.
===Charged State===
When entering Charged State, all non-unique physical attacks mentioned above will have a chance to cause Thunderblight and Paralysis.
*Thunderstruck - When entering its Charged State, Kysandarch will roar and unleash a shockwave of electricity, signifying its new state. The blast may cause Thunderblight and Paralysis.
*Thundering Charge - Kysandarch will kick up dust and snow behind itself before leaning its head down to charge. During this charge it courses with electricity allowing for heavy damage. It can become stuck in walls during this attack. May cause Thunderblight or Paralysis.
*Paralyzing Grab - Kysandarch roars and targets a hunter, before grabbing them in its jaws and clamps tightly. Requires button-mashing to escape, and may cause Paralysis and Bleeding.
*Thunderclap - Kysandarch roars and slams its tail down on the ground, radiating thunder in all directions. Contact with the tail may cause Thunderblight, while the thundering aura may cause Paralysis.
*Horned Maul - A powerful combo attack in which Kysandarch will swing its large horns back and forth as thunder trails behind each swing. May cause Thunderblight or Bleeding.
*Chomp n' Stomp - Kysandarch snaps at a hunter with its jaws before immediately stomping its foot down on them. May cause Thunderblight or Paralysis.
*Taser Gore - Its signature attack, Kysandarch roars and targets a hunter. It will grab the hunter and throw them to the ground, causing Paralysis, before bringing its horns down on the paralyzed hunter. Will cause Paralysis, may cause Thunderblight or Bleeding.
==Roar==
==Notes and Trivia== 
*Kysandarch is based upon multiple species of theropod dinosaurs, namely Dynamoterror, Carnotaurus, Majungasaurus, and Aucasaurus, as well as the monster Taurolystris from the game Creatures of Sonaria. The concept of its Charged State and its appearance during this state is partially inspired by Charged Creepers from Minecraft.
*As noted by one of its creators, Kysandarch puts the "terror" in Dynamoterror.
*Kysandarch was created for the January 2024 Weather contest.
Category:Monster Creation
Category:5 Star Level Monster
Category:Thunder Element Monster
Category:Thunderblight Monster
Category:Paralysis Monster
Category:Bleeding Monster
Category:Brute Wyvern
Category:Large Monster
Category:Lillid0ptera
Category:SFunny1