Deviant

Deviants are special monster individuals that are rarely seen in nature. They are known to be similar to normal monster individuals though different and special in some way. They are known to have a unique appearance, fighting style, and adaptions in battle. Deviants are also known to sometimes be larger or smaller than normal individuals. Some Deviants have been known to have survived previous hunter encounters and even killed them, and adapted from those failed hunts. Others change from rare mutations, age, experience in ablities, and other special and unique events. From these special individuals being far more dangerous and different, only hunters with special permits are allowed to hunt them.