"Guide to Obtaining Lightcrystal in Monster Hunter Wilds"

In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the thrill of the hunt extends beyond just slaying and capturing monsters. To craft and enhance your arsenal of weapons and armor, you'll need to venture out and gather essential materials like Lightcrystals. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to effectively farm Lightcrystals and what you can do with them once you've got them in your inventory.

Monster Hunter Wilds Lightcrystal Farming Locations

Lightcrystals in *Monster Hunter Wilds* are sourced from Mining Outcrops scattered throughout the game's expansive world. The acquisition of these crystals is somewhat random, so patience is key as you might need to revisit multiple outcrops before you strike it lucky.

Here are the prime locations where you can find Mining 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. This gives you ample time to explore other areas for additional resources before returning to the same spots.

How to Use Lightcrystals

With a stash of Lightcrystals at your disposal, head back to Gemma at Base Camp. Here, you can utilize these precious materials to forge or upgrade a variety of weapons and armor. Below is a list of equipment that you can craft or enhance using 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, while many of these items can be powerful, they may be quickly outclassed by other gear as you progress through the game. Don't get too attached, as you'll likely find superior replacements soon.

That wraps up our guide on farming and using Lightcrystals in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more insights and tips on maximizing your gameplay, including details on all available armor sets, be sure to visit The Escapist.