| Kenkama | |
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| ★★★★★ | |
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| Names | |
| Titles | Samurai Mantis, The Razor of Red, The Blademaster Bug |
| Nicknames | Ken, Kenny, Mantis, Genji, Weeblord |
| General Info | |
| Monster Class | Neopteron |
| Habitats | Ancestral Steppe, Forest and Hills, Jurassic Frontier, Deserted Island, Great Forest, Misty Peaks, Sunken Hollow, Everwood |
| Size |  1368.7
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| Relatives | Lotus Kenkama, Kenkama Deviant |
| Signature Move | Bladestrike |
| Elements | None |
| Ailments | None |
| Weaknesses | 
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| Creator | Ailuromancy |
Kenkama is a somewhat large Neopteron introduced in Monster Hunter Farblaze. It is notably based off of real-world samurai.
Physiology[]
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Beautiful blades and graceful movements are trademark features of the Kenkama. These Neopterons are often hidden from plain sight. Luckily for most monsters, they will only prey on creatures smaller than themselves, but this does not exclude the unlucky hunter... |
Kenkama resembles a praying mantis in physical features, complete with specialized forelegs that function as grabbing appendages to seize their prey. While they are delicate, they are by no means an easy monster to hunt, due to their surprisingly thick exoskeleton, their keen senses, and their alarming speed and agility in a fight. The creature's blades and feet are a golden yellow color, the center areas of its limbs as well as its wing chitin is a deep royal purple, and its head, abdomen, and thorax are a brick red color. Also, its antennae are the same royal purple with gold striping on each segment. Kenkama has two large compound eyes as well as three "normal" eyes on its "forehead."
Behavior[]
The Kenkama is actually a bit elusive due to its stealthy nature. Usually hidden in the treetops, these insects are seldom seen by not only hunters and researchers, but even other monsters. The few Kenkama that have been sighted and observed have been reported to show extreme intelligence compared to other Neopterons, apparently being able to distinguish color, tell time based on light-sensing organs located near their brains, and the ability to remember patterns, locations, and the even the facial features of hunters or monsters of other species. Kenkama also seem to have a hatred of Nerscylla, avoiding their nests or attacking them without warning when they wander too close.
Cutscenes[]
Hunt Intro[]
Kenkama in the Mists: Area 5 of Misty Peaks: The Sakura Sword
The hunter enters Area 5 of the Misty Peaks, a seemingly timid place at the time. A herd of Kelbi are calmly grazing upon the grasses and reeds that litter the ground. One Kelbi starts to walk to the treeline, sniffing the ferns before bleating in fear, running off. However, a large, mantis-like creature emerges, and in the blink of an eye, it quickly lunges towards its prey. Both animals stand still for a moment, before the Kelbi simply falls over, dead. The Kenkama turns its head towards the hunter and spreads its wings and claws as a warning to back off.
Ecology[]
The Guild is currently researching this monster! Please be patient! (WIP)
Attacks[]
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Combat Guide[]
The Guild is currently researching this monster! Please be patient! (WIP)
Equipment[]
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Carves[]
Low Rank[]
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Kenkama Shell | "A Kenkama exoskeleton. It's light, but sturdy, perfect for killing prey as fast as possible without getting damaged." |
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Kenkama Scalp | "The exoskeletal plating of a Kenkama's head. Extra protective to avoid damage to its complex brain." |
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Kenkama Brace | "The plated leg chitin of a Kenkama. It's very thick, despite being hollow." |
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Kenkama Spike | "The blade-like spike off of a Kenkama's exoskeleton. It's very sharp." |
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Kenkama Sword | "The foreleg of a true predator. It can easily cut through anything on the business end." |
High Rank[]
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Kenkama Carapace | "A thick Kenkama exoskeleton. While it's a bit heavier, it still allows flawless agility to take over." |
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Kenkama Scalp+ | "The exoskeletal plating of a Kenkama's head. Extra protective to avoid damage to its complex brain." |
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Kenkama Brace+ | "The plated leg chitin of a Kenkama. It's very thick, despite being hollow." |
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Kenkama Spike+ | "The blade-like spike off of a Kenkama's exoskeleton. It's sharper than usual." |
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Kenkama Ninjato | "The foreleg of a true predator. It can easily cut through anything on the business end." |
G-Rank[]
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Kenkama Dou | "A Kenkama exoskeleton. It's thick enough to stop almost any attack." |
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Kenkama Kabuto | "It's almost shaped like a helmet." |
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Kenkama Kote | "The almost impenetrable arm chitin of a Kenkama. It takes true skill to carve this." |
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Kenkama Wakidate | "While it appears to be decorative, the Kenkama can still harm the unwise with these." |
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Kenkama Katana | "The foreleg of a mature Kenkama, capable of slicing wyverns in two." |
Notes[]
- Kenkama can be stunned briefly with Sonic Bombs. This duration is doubled if a Sonic Bomb is used during its Sword Dance.
- Kenkama can walk on walls and ceilings.
Trivia[]
- Kenkama has a history of waiting for updated icons and renders, since Ailuromancy often forgets to do so. Oops!
- While closely related, Kenkama was discovered by the Wycademy over a century before the discovery of the Ahtal-Ka.
- It is heavily inspired by the orchid mantis, as well as assassin bugs, cicadas, and butterflies. It also takes inspiration from the samurai of medieval Japan.