In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, simply slaying and capturing monsters won't cut it for long. To craft top-notch armor and weapons, you'll need to get your hands dirty and farm materials like Lightcrystals. Here's your ultimate guide on how to effectively farm Lightcrystals in *Monster Hunter Wilds*.
Monster Hunter Wilds Lightcrystal Farming Locations
Lightcrystals in *Monster Hunter Wilds* can be mined from Mining Outcrops, but remember, the process can be hit or miss. Don't get disheartened if you don't strike it rich on your first few tries. Here are the prime spots to farm Lightcrystals:
- 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 around 15 to 20 minutes to respawn. Use this time to explore other areas and farm different resources before circling back for more Lightcrystals.
How to Use Lightcrystals
Once you've gathered enough Lightcrystals, head back to Gemma at Base Camp. Here, you can use them to forge or upgrade various weapons and armor. 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
Keep in mind, many of these items, except for the Thunder Charm, might be outclassed quickly. Don't get too attached; better gear is likely just around the corner.
That's all you need to know about farming and using 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.
