Monster Hunter Wilds introduces a new system called Material Retrieval, which replaces the traditional farm mechanic from previous games. This feature allows players to passively gather materials while focusing on hunting monsters. Let’s explore how to unlock and make the most of this efficient resource-gathering system.
Unlocking Material Retrieval
To access Material Retrieval, you’ll need to progress through the main story and complete specific side quests in each region. Here’s a breakdown of how to unlock it in different areas:
Oilwell Basin
Step 1: Progress to Chapter 4-2 in the main story.
Step 2: Head to the Azuz Everforge area.
Step 3: Speak with Aida to start the “Aida’s Apprehensions” side quest.
Step 4: Hunt and defeat a Rompopoplo.
Step 5: Return to Sabar to unlock Material Retrieval for this region.
Windward Plains
Step 1: Visit Kunafa Village.
Step 2: Talk to Zatoh to begin the “Beware the Gypceros” quest.
Step 3: Set the environment to Fallows to increase Gypceros spawn rates.
Step 4: Hunt and defeat a Gypceros.
Step 5: Speak with Murtabak to activate Material Retrieval.
Scarlet Forest
Step 1: Reach Chapter 4-3 in the main story.
Step 2: Find Plumpeach at the Wudwud Hideout.
Step 3: Accept the “Make Fluffy Dealings” quest.
Step 4: Hunt a High-Rank Congalala to obtain a Vibrant Pelt+.
Step 5: Return to Plumpeach to complete the quest and unlock Material Retrieval.
Ruins of Wyveria
Step 1: Progress to Chapter 5-1 in the story.
Step 2: Accept the “Astonishing Adaptability” optional quest.
Step 3: Hunt down and defeat Xu Wu.
Step 4: Talk to Rysher to unlock Material Retrieval for this region.
Suja
Step 1: Reach Hunter Rank 25 or higher.
Step 2: Complete Chapter 5-1 of the main story.
Step 3: Locate the NPC Apar in Suja.
Step 4: Speak with Apar to unlock the final Material Retrieval point.
Using Material Retrieval Effectively
Once you’ve unlocked Material Retrieval in multiple regions, you can streamline the process of collecting materials:
Step 1: Locate Nata, the Village Intermediary, who can be found sitting in front of your base camp tent.
Step 2: Interact with Nata to access the Material Retrieval menu.
Step 3: Choose which items you want to be gathered from each region.
Step 4: Collect your materials from Nata without having to visit each individual region.
Tips for Maximizing Material Retrieval
- Prioritize unlocking Material Retrieval in all regions as soon as possible.
- Regularly check and update your material requests based on your current crafting needs.
- Pay attention to the seasonal changes in each region, as they affect material availability.
- Use the Monster Field Guide to identify which materials you need for specific equipment upgrades.
- Combine Material Retrieval with traditional gathering methods for optimal resource accumulation.
Unique Materials and Rare Finds
Each region offers specific materials through the Material Retrieval system. Some notable items include:
- Oilwell Basin: Flashbug Phosphor, Nitroshroom
- Windward Plains: Thunderbug Capacitor, Dragonfell Berry
- Scarlet Forest: Mandragora, Gloamgrass Bud
- Ruins of Wyveria: Godbug Essence, Exciteshroom
- Suja: Snow Herb, Dragonstrike Nut
Occasionally, Material Retrieval can yield rare items that unlock special armor sets. For example, the Great Hornfly from the Scarlet Forest can unlock the Butterfly and King Beetle armor sets.
Gathering Boosts
To further improve your material gathering, keep an eye out for Gathering Boosts:
Step 1: Check the environment overview for each region.
Step 2: Look for notifications about settlements having monster troubles.
Step 3: Complete the associated quest to defeat the troublesome monster.
Step 4: Return to the Material Retrieval menu to see a blue arrow next to the helped settlement’s gatherer.
Step 5: Enjoy increased gathering rates for that region for a limited time.
Gathering Boosts not only increase material collection rates but also affect item trading in the boosted region, allowing for more efficient resource management.
By mastering the Material Retrieval system in Monster Hunter Wilds, you’ll spend less time gathering basic resources and more time tackling challenging hunts. Happy hunting, and may your item box always be full!