User blog comment:Plexioth- xD/Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate/@comment-1011548-20130210095936/@comment-199.27.76.23-20130210123141

According to Yuri, Brachydios is still the flagship monster.

When asked about why Azure Rathalos was on the cover if he isn't the flagship, Yuri said:

"Well, one thing does not necessarily equate to the other. Azure Rathalos is just much more appealing to new players, from a marketing standpoint. I, too, was hoping to see Brachydios in the cover, but it wasn't my call..."