Terra Shogun Ceanataur

 are Carapaceon and Subspecies of Shogun Ceanataur originally introduced in Monster Hunter Freedom Unite, reappearing in Monster Hunter - Fusion of Eras.

Physiology
's bodies are, unlike the more common species, covered in a reddish brown carapace. Their heads are long and knife-shaped, featuring a pair of antennae. Much like Shogun Ceanataur, features a pair of extendable claws, acting as sickles and extending fully when enraged, which adds a significant amount of range to its attacks. Unlike the regular species, exclusively inhabit a special type of Gravios skulls - those charred by volcanic lava or fire.

Scientists initially thought they would seek Black Gravios skulls, remaining parts of the carapace coloring the skull, however, after further research, they concluded that the skulls were damaged - and thus also hardened greatly - post-mortem.

Placement In Food Chain
are dangerous foes, usually being found in the upper parts of the Food Chain. Interestingly, while usually preferring to feast on carrion, are known to also actively hunt, sometimes even attacking caravans or wandering traders.

Behavior Towards Other Monsters
prefer to keep to themselves, usually living after the rule "mind your business and I'll mind mine".

However, should they be attacked, they are not at all hesitant to attack with their whole arsenal.

Turf Wars
does not display any Turf Wars.

Tracks
While wandering, a leaves behind "footsteps" - Deep Scrape - shards of its armor, known as Orange Shell and, more rarely, the so called Charred Clod, which grants a higher amount of research points.

The clods are usually expelled as a byproduct of their elemental organs, similar to a cat's hairballs.

Special Locale Interactions
No reports.

Special Behavior
Should a 's shell be broken, the monster will swiftly coat its exposed back in a layer of very thick mud and earth, serving as a temporary protection. After a short time, the monster will then dig and resurface with a new Gravios skull from its lair.

Abilities
While of course possessing most traits of Shogun Ceanataur, are unique in their ways of attacking.

Unlike most other known Carapaceons, developed elemental organs harboring Fire and Earth, two elements infamous for their deadliness. Additionally, unlike Shogun Ceanataur, this monster can walk at impressive speeds, focusing on both hard hitting, slow attacks, as well as swift, deadly moves.

Rage and Tired States

 * Enraged
 * A small flame lights the mouth, eyes start go glow slightly, claws extend audibly.


 * Fatigued
 * Drools a brownish fluid, trips after descending from the ceiling.

Interaction with the Frenzy, Apex, Hyper Status
can be infected by the Frenzy Virus, displaying no attack changes. However, much like for many other monsters, elemental attacks are infused with the Frenzy Virus as well as its cries and sounds being distorted.

Mounts
display the usual Carapaceon Mount animation.

Attacks
WIP

G-Rank
WIP

S-Rank
WIP

Breaks

 * Left pincer chipped
 * Left pincer broken
 * Right pincer broken
 * Shell chipped
 * Shell cracked
 * Shell removed
 * Left front leg wounded
 * Right front leg wounded
 * Right rear leg wounded

Carves

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 * -|G-Rank=
 * -|S-Rank=

Equipment

 * Weapons show the final sharpness and attack.
 * -|Blademaster Weapons=
 * -|Armor=

Quests
WIP

Taxonomy
WIP

Habitat Range
WIP

Ecological Niche
WIP

Biological Adaptations
WIP

Cutscene
WIP

Trivia
using its "horn".
 * are a True Subspecies of Shogun Ceanataur.
 * can perform elemental attacks no matter if on a cavern ceiling or not.
 * Unlike Shogun Ceanataur, do stay enraged after both claws have been broken.
 * Interestingly, both pincers are relatively soft, as well as being enlarged compared to normal Shogun Ceanataur.
 * can inflict bleeding both with folded claws and extended claws, as well as with attacks