Episode 1
The Power of Bonds
Aspiring young Rider Lute and friends go in search of a Monstie Egg on the eve of the Kinship Rite. A search that takes them into dangerous territory.
TV series
Monster Hunter Stories: Ride On
2016TV-141 season7.9 / 10
In a world where both men and monsters exist. Those who hunt the monsters are called Hunters. But in a small corner of the Hunter's world, there are those called Riders who bond with and coexist with monsters. With their Kizuna Ishi (Bonding Stones) that allow them to awaken the hidden power inside monsters, Riders live in secrecy together with their Otomon, the monsters they formed a connection with. Ryuto, a young boy living in the Rider village of Hakum, dreams of becoming the world's best Rider. Having just turned 12, he sets out to find his own Otomon for himself before the ceremony where he is given his own Kizuna Ishi. Together with his kind-hearted childhood friend Cheval, his inquisitive childhood friend Lilia, and his partner Naville, he sets out deep into the forest, and has a miraculous encounter with a Rathalos.
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Synopsis
In a world where both men and monsters exist. Those who hunt the monsters are called Hunters. But in a small corner of the Hunter's world, there are those called Riders who bond with and coexist with monsters. With their Kizuna Ishi (Bonding Stones) that allow them to awaken the hidden power inside monsters, Riders live in secrecy together with their Otomon, the monsters they formed a connection with. Ryuto, a young boy living in the Rider village of Hakum, dreams of becoming the world's best Rider. Having just turned 12, he sets out to find his own Otomon for himself before the ceremony where he is given his own Kizuna Ishi. Together with his kind-hearted childhood friend Cheval, his inquisitive childhood friend Lilia, and his partner Naville, he sets out deep into the forest, and has a miraculous encounter with a Rathalos.
Season 1 episodes
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Episode 2
A Monstie Is Born!
It's Kinship Rite time! Lilia and Cheval are uncertain about their futures, while an unexpected attack on Hakum Village sends its Riders scrambling.
Episode 3
Absolute Power
A Hunter is headed for secretive Hakum Village. He's sure to have his own way of dealing with all these monsters showing up where they don't belong...
Episode 4
The Kinship Rite
Chief Omna sends the apprentice Riders off in search of the Waterfall of Trials. A visitor to Hakum Village gives Lilia inspiration for her future.
Episode 5
Off to the Monstie Races
Hakum Village revives the beloved Monstie Races for their four newest Riders, but Lute could still use a lot more practice piloting his powerful pal.
Episode 6
Quest for the Golden Egg
Lute and friends dream about what they'd buy with the proceeds from a rare and valuable golden Gargwa egg, and Cheval decides to try hunting one down.
Episode 7
Like Mom Used to Make
The mischievous twins Den-Den and Lin-Lin are stirring up trouble in Hakum Village--and run into trouble of their own in the forboding woods at night.
Episode 8
Navirou in Love
Ms. Pink the traveling merchant stops by the village, and Navirou falls hard for her Felyne assistant Mocha. How far will he go in the name of love?
Episode 9
DSZ (Dan and Silva's Zeal!)
Dan has doubts about whether he should be leading the Riders in training, and remembers his old friend Silva, who was once a shoo-in to be the leader.
Episode 10
Portent of Disaster
In the latest ill omen, the village's beneficial wind turns violent. Hyoro struggles to live up to the expectations of his demanding brother Genie.
Episode 11
Before the Storm
Episode 12
Invasion of the Nargacuga
Episode 13
A Rathian Is Born!
Episode 14
Face the Black Blight
Episode 15
The Journey Begins
Episode 16
Avinia's Secret
Episode 17
Meet the Riddlemaster
Episode 18
Welcome to Gildegaran
Episode 19
Nerscylla Blitz!
Episode 20
The Legend of Pawpad Place
Episode 21
Barroth, Landslide Wyvern
Episode 22
Desert Mayday
Episode 23
The Horned Wyvern's Lament
Episode 24
Sky Wyvern, Land Wyvern
Episode 25
Diabolical Diablos, Horned Wyvern
Episode 26
The Mysterious White Dragon
Episode 27
Dovan Volcano Memories
Episode 28
Onward, Numbers!
Episode 29
The Dragon in the Sea of Fire
Episode 30
Parting Ways
Episode 31
Be the Forest, Be the Beast
Episode 32
All-Out Airborne Assault!
Episode 33
The Wolf Raven Strikes Back
Episode 34
Rainbow Beach Blockade!
Episode 35
The White Dragon's Egg
Episode 36
The Great Manelger Chase
Episode 37
Trouble Returns to Hakum
Episode 38
The Little Bouquet
Episode 39
Tested at the Tower of Illusion
Episode 40
Brachydios the Destroyer
Episode 41
The Nargacuga Returns
Episode 42
Numbers, Assemble!
Episode 43
Forest of Confusion
Episode 44
A Mystical Meeting with Kirin
Episode 45
The Deviljho of Mt Celion
Episode 46
The Legendary White Dragon is Born!
Episode 47
This is it: The Black Dread
Episode 48
A Miracle in White
Episode 49
Invasion! Black Riders
Episode 50
A Strong and Dangerous Man Shrouded in Mystery
Episode 51
The Biggest Narcissist Ever!? Mad Appears!
Episode 52
The Forest Ninja, Shadow Arrives!
Episode 53
Hang In There, Velocidrome!
Episode 54
For Avinia!
Episode 55
The Bolt Rathalos
Episode 56
A Lukewarm Kinship
Episode 57
It's Hard Being a Vice Captain
Episode 58
Navirou's Great Fart Plan!
Episode 59
Darkness and Kinship
Episode 60
Return of the Monstie Races!
Episode 61
The Revival of Doctor Manelger?
Episode 62
Lute vs Gail Again!
Episode 63
The Great Avinia Rescue Operation!
Episode 64
New Year at Hakum Village
Episode 65
Bonds in Memories
Episode 66
Two Shadows
Episode 67
Anvis' Plan
Episode 68
Assault of the Steel Dragon!
Episode 69
Debli the Spy
Episode 70
A Rider Called Anvis
Episode 71
Advance of Kusadodaura
Episode 72
Koryu Denki Measures Meeting
Episode 73
Arrival of the Steel Dragon
Episode 74
Wind and clouds and songs
Episode 75
Kizuna
Episode information updated Jul 22, 2026
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