Elder Dragon Interceptions Abound During Catastrophe at Summer's End!
Hunters,
Elder dragons are appearing in droves for the new event, Catastrophe at Summer’s End!
Some highlights of this event include only Elder Dragon Interception points occurring on the field, as well as a 50% increased access range, allowing even easier access to Elder Dragon Interceptions. There will also be more rewards than usual, so it’s the perfect opportunity to take on elder dragons and collect as much of their materials as you can!
As an added bonus, monsters with elements that hit right at the weaknesses of the featured elder dragons will also be appearing, meaning you can upgrade your equipment more easily to take them on with confidence!
Dates & Times
From Monday, August 25th, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. until Sunday, August 31st, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. (local time)
Event Details
Elder Dragon Appearances
Activity is expected to increase for the following elder dragons:
- Kushala Daora
- Teostra
- Nergigante
- Kirin
- Chameleos
Monster Appearances
Activity is expected to increase for the following monsters:
- Silver Rathalos
- Azure Rathalos
- Tobi-Kadachi (including riftborne)
- Jyuratodus (including riftborne)
- Deviljho
Event Effects
Elder Dragon Interceptions: more occurrences & rewards
OtherAccess range increased by 50%Double materials for slaying small monsters and at gathering points
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Access range increased by 50%
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Double materials for slaying small monsters and at gathering points
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More Elder Dragon Interception occurrences
Only Elder Dragon Interceptions will occur at points where both Elder Dragon Interceptions and Hunt-a-thons usually occur. -
More rewards for Elder Dragon Interceptions
- Receive two of each material in the first to fourth slots of basic rewards.
- Receive a guaranteed Gleaming Egg or Dazzling Egg.
Limited-Time Quests
Take on limited-time quests that include slaying/repelling Chameleos and Kirin. Complete them to earn a Chameleos Horn, Kirin Electrogem, and more.
Premium Quests
Premium Quests are quests that can be unlocked by exchanging gems in the in-game shop. Complete these quests to earn valuable rewards!
- Purchase Premium Quests:
From Monday, August 25th, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. until Sunday, August 31st, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. (local time) - Activate Premium Quests:
From Monday, August 25th, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. until Thursday, September 25th, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. (local time)
Premium Quest Contents & Rewards
Quest | Rewards (materials) |
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Kushala Daora Premium Quest |
Daora Horn × 6 Daora Tail × 10 Elder Dragon Blood × 20 Daora Scale × 40 Daora Shell × 40 |
Teostra Premium Quest |
Teostra Horn × 6 Teostra Tail × 10 Elder Dragon Blood × 20 Fire Dragon Scale × 40 Teostra Shell × 40 |
Nergigante Premium Quest |
Nergigante Horn+ × 6 Nergigante Tail × 10 Elder Dragon Blood × 20 Immortal Dragonscale × 40 Nergigante Shell × 40 |
Kirin Premium Quest |
Kirin Electrogem × 6 Kirin Mane × 10 Elder Dragon Blood × 20 Kirin Thunderhorn × 40 Kirin Hide × 40 |
Chameleos Premium Quest |
Chameleos Horn × 6 Chameleos Tail × 10 Elder Dragon Blood × 20 Chameleos Bone × 40 Chameleos Hide × 40 |
In addition to the above, completing each quest will grant 100 Hunter Rank Points, 50 Season Tier Points, and 5,000 Zenny.
Additional Information
- All hunters who have completed the prologue can enjoy the event content.
- Event quests will automatically become available in the Special Quests tab to all hunters who have completed the prologue.
- Rare species and subspecies of monsters will appear on the field once you have completed the prologue and unlocked each of their regular counterparts.
- Appearances of volatile territories on the field can be unlocked by completing the pre-season story.
The pre-season story refers to the period from the end of the prologue to the completion of Chapter 13: Sunderer of the Skies. - During the event, Wander Orbs, Wander Droplets, and Wander Powder cannot be used.
- During the event, volatile territories will not occur more frequently.
- During the event, Bazelgeuse will not invade in volatile territories.
- During the event, Namielle will not appear in Elder Dragon Interceptions.
- Event quests will be available from Monday, August 25th, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. until Sunday, August 31st, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. (local time). Be sure to complete the quests and receive your rewards between these times.
- Quests and rewards are subject to change without notice.
- Check the FAQ for the opening hours of Hunt-a-thons and Elder Dragon Interceptions.
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