In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, your journey isn't complete just by slaying and capturing monsters. You'll also need to gather materials to forge your armor and weapons, and Lightcrystals are a key resource. Here's your guide to farming Lightcrystals effectively.
Monster Hunter Wilds Lightcrystal Farming Locations
Lightcrystals can be mined from Mining Outcrops scattered throughout *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Keep in mind that the drop rate is random, so patience is key. Here are the prime locations where you can find these outcrops:
- Windward Plains: Areas 1, 2, 3, 7, 9, 10, 17
- Oilwell Basin: Areas 4, 6, 7
- Iceshard Cliffs: Areas 8, 16
- Ruins of Wyveria: Area 5
After mining, Mining Outcrops will take about 15 to 20 minutes to respawn. Use this time to explore other areas and farm additional resources before returning to your Lightcrystal spots.
How to Use Lightcrystals
Once you've collected enough Lightcrystals, head back to Gemma at Base Camp in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. You can use these crystals to forge or upgrade a variety of weapons and armor. Here's a list of equipment that requires Lightcrystals:
- Guild Knight Sabers I
- Dragon Perforator II
- Dual Hatchets II
- Triple Bayonet II
- Iron Assault II
- Iron Gale II
- Chain Blitz II
- Iron Accelerator II
- Hyperguard II
- Buster Sword II
- Iron Hammer II
- Metal Bagpipe II
- Chrome Drill II
- Iron Katana II
- Iron Beater II
- Ingot Vambraces
- Thunder Charm III
Keep in mind that many of these items, except for the Thunder Charm, may be outclassed fairly quickly. It's wise to stay on the lookout for better gear as you progress through the game.
That covers everything you need to know about farming and utilizing Lightcrystals in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and detailed information on the game, including a comprehensive list of all armor sets, be sure to check out The Escapist.
