Required for DNA double-strand breaks (DSBs) formation in unsynapsed regions during meiotic recombination. Probably acts by forming a complex with IHO1 and MEI4, which activates DSBs formation in unsynapsed regions, an essential step to ensure completion of synapsis. Interacts with MEI4 (PubMed:31704776). Interacts with IHO1 (PubMed:31704776). Part of the MCD recombinosome complex, at least composed of IHO1, REC114 and MEI4. Interacts with ANKRD31; the interaction is direct. The gene represented in this entry is involved in disease pathogenesis. Belongs to the REC114 family. Extended N-terminus.