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· The expansion pack for Monster Hunter Wilds, 'Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance,' has been officially announced. 'Ascendance' is a mega update equivalent to Master Rank or G-Rank. The title itself signifies ascent and superiority, hinting at the game's setting and story.
· The official release is scheduled for 2027, but considering past release patterns, there's a high possibility it will launch by March 2027.
· Director Hiraoka, who was in charge of titles like 'Monster Hunter Portable 3rd,' 'Monster Hunter XX,' and 'Monster Hunter World: Iceborne,' will be directing, raising fan expectations.
· Rumors suggest a simultaneous release or development for a Nintendo next-gen console in addition to the existing PS5 and PC. This could enable a next-generation hunting experience, allowing players to enjoy Wilds' high-quality graphics even on portable devices.

· The setting for this installment is an 'Aerial City' and 'Ruined Area' boasting the highest altitude in the series. They are in a state of anti-gravity due to the power of ancient dragons and technology, with massive structures and islands themselves floating.
· Despite the high altitude, tropical plants grow on the surface, suggesting a historical background where the original ground area rose and lifted into the sky.
· The appearance changes of the main characters in the released video imply that several years have passed since the main game, which is expected to add depth to the characters' psychological portrayal and relationship dynamics.
· The story appears to unfold as a grand narrative, gradually conquering the aerial city towards the upper levels, and ultimately facing a final battle against a boss that shakes the laws of the world.

· 'Boost Breaker' is a common mechanic that uses rocket-like propulsion and jet bursts, an evolution of the Sling and Clutch Claw techniques. This dramatically increases and enhances movement speed and weapon motion for a certain period.
· With this system, even heavy weapons like the Great Sword can be swung at ultra-high speeds, enabling fast and powerful attacks that link from spinning attacks into new guard points.
· The Light Bowgun showcases stylish action, using the recoil of the boost to fire bullets one-handed.
· The Gunlance can perform high-speed consecutive attacks by linking a just guard with a cross slash during a boost. This is similar to the Lance's 'Cross Slash,' causing some controversy among Lance users.
· There are various speculations about how this system is operated, such as whether it's reload-based or if a gauge is filled through normal attacks. Managing this and executing flashy new moves will be the first step to becoming a master hunter.

· A monster with a completely new skeleton possesses the ability to manipulate sound waves and traps. It exploits the pack system, unleashing coordinated attacks where numerous subordinate monsters charge at high speed in response to the leader's signal.
· The series' iconic Elder Dragon, 'Kushala Daora,' appears as a creature that conjures sandstorms, expected to display an overwhelming presence that controls even the local ecosystem and ancient technology.
· The colossal Elder Dragon 'Lao-shan Lung' is resurrected for the first time since 'Monster Hunter XX.' It's anticipated to be reborn with an overwhelming scale recreated with modern technology and an evolved combat system.
· Lao-shan Lung's resurrection is linked to a hidden backstory of 'fleeing from a more powerful being,' which is interpreted as foreshadowing the appearance of 'Mirabalan,' a harbinger of doom.

· The four circular designs in the logo appear to symbolize the four great elements: Thunder, Ice, Wind, and Water, suggesting the possibility of various Elder Dragons appearing in response to environmental changes in each map.
· Particularly, considering the setting of 'Lao-shan Lung fleeing' and the French nuance of 'Ascendance' including 'roots,' the prediction that 'Mirabalan' will appear as the final boss is high.
· The 'U' shape at the top of the logo can be interpreted as a crystal-like sword held in its mouth, which could represent the final boss's powerful motif or its connection to a colossal dragon.
· A romantic scenario is anticipated, involving a final battle with an Elder Dragon at the highest level of the aerial city.