Guide: Acquiring Lightcrystal in Monster Hunter Wilds

In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, simply slaying and capturing monsters won't cut it. To craft top-notch armor and weapons, you'll need to gather materials like Lightcrystals. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to efficiently farm Lightcrystals in the game.

Monster Hunter Wilds Lightcrystal Farming Locations

Lightcrystals in *Monster Hunter Wilds* are obtained from Mining Outcrops, but remember, the drop rate is random, so patience is key. Here are the prime locations for farming:

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, these outcrops will respawn in about 15 to 20 minutes. Use this time to explore other areas and gather additional resources before returning to farm more Lightcrystals.

How to Use Lightcrystals

Once you've collected enough Lightcrystals, head back to Gemma at Base Camp to forge or upgrade your equipment. Here's a list of items that require 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 relatively quickly. It's wise not to get too attached to your gear as you'll likely find superior replacements soon.

That's all you need to know about farming and utilizing Lightcrystals in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and detailed information on the game, including a complete list of armor sets, be sure to visit The Escapist.