In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, simply slaying and capturing monsters won't cut it for all your crafting needs. Sometimes, you'll have to roll up your sleeves and gather materials yourself, especially when it comes to farming Lightcrystals for your armor and weapons. Here's your guide to efficiently farm Lightcrystals in the game.
Monster Hunter Wilds Lightcrystal Farming Locations
Lightcrystals are your ticket to better gear, and you can snag them from Mining Outcrops scattered throughout *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Keep in mind that the drop rates can be a bit of a gamble, so patience is key. Here are the prime spots to focus your efforts:
- 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 you've mined an outcrop, it'll take about 15 to 20 minutes to respawn. Use this time to explore other areas and gather different resources before looping back to your Lightcrystal spots.
How to Use Lightcrystals
Once you've collected a sufficient stash of Lightcrystals, head back to Gemma at Base Camp. She'll help you forge or upgrade your arsenal with these precious materials. Here's a rundown of the equipment you can craft with 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
While many of these items will quickly be outclassed, they're a great stepping stone in your journey. Don't get too attached though; you'll soon find better alternatives.
That's the complete rundown on how to farm and utilize Lightcrystals in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more in-depth tips and a comprehensive list of armor sets, make sure to visit The Escapist.
