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Bleeding, by far, is one of the worst debuffs you can come across in Monster Hunter Wilds, and managing it can become a nightmare. This particular debuff can be triggered quite easily by some monsters and from the environment. Thankfully, there are different ways to counter this debuff, and this guide will help you to counter bleeding and save yourself in Monster Hunter Wilds. How to cure bleeding in Monster Hunter Wilds There are some really useful items to pick from the Provisions Vendor located in any camp. One of those items called Wild Jerky will help you instantly cure bleeding if it's triggered. You can purchase Wild Jerky for 98z, so make sure to keep some of them in your inventory at all times. You can bleed from environmental causes as well, and it's certainly not a fun way to die. Do note that you will lower your movement speed when you're consuming a consumable like Wild Jerky. Just keep this in mind in case you're in the middle of a battle. You can also call your Seikret before consuming Wild Jerky if you don't want to be slowed and become an easy target. Another way to cure bleeding is to consume Rations. This item can be found in the Ingredient Center on the Support Desk NPC. It also restores a bit of Stamina along with curing the debuff and serves two purposes. Image via Destructoid Thirdly, you can just crouch for a few seconds to stop bleeding. While this method is useful if you have taken damage from environmental sources, it's not a smart thing to do if you're in a battle. Chances are that the monster might end up killing you anyway by the time you can remove the bleeding debuff. How to prevent bleeding in Monster Hunter Wilds You don't have to cure bleeding if you can prevent it from happening in the first place. To do so, you'll have to use the Bleed Charm Talisman from Smithy or Gemma. You can upgrade the talisman, which will improve its Bleeding Resistance stat. While a high level of Bleeding Resistance stat is always helpful, it's best to always keep a few Wild Jerkies and Rations with you. Additionally, make sure to check out our weapons tier list to deal with the different monsters effectively. You can also set different traps to deal more damage or mount them to attack from the top. The post How to stop bleeding in Monster Hunter Wilds appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

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With the release of Monster Hunter Wilds, I've had a few weeks to try out all the weapons available this time around as well as try out the Day 1 patch that is launching alongside the game. As such, I put together this ultimate Monster Hunter Wilds Weapon Tier List to help both beginner and veteran players decide which weapon to use. Screenshot by Destructoid Monster Hunter Wilds Weapon Tier List For this Monster Hunter Wild Weapon Tier List, I have ranked each weapon twice, once for beginners, and once for veterans. Some weapons like the Insect Glaive, can be difficult for new players to get a hang of, but absolute monsters in the hands of a veteran. On the other side, some weapons like the Sword and Shield can prove invaluable for beginners but lack the high ceiling cap a more experienced player might be looking for. Here is my ultimate Monster Hunter Wilds weapon tier list for the Day 1 Patch: S Tier Bow (Beginner)The Bow offers new players a more easy playstyle, favoring the ability to keep monsters at a distance while cycling through a variety of different ammo types to inflict elemental damage that each monster is weak to. You can essentially use your Palico (or friends) to take the monsters while you stand back and shoot away with your bow. Great Sword (Beginner)A rather simple yet effective spammable combo makes the Great Sword one of the best beginner-friendly melee weapons in Monster Hunter Wilds, and also features a very defensive-friendly secondary attack that often lets you dodge out of the way while still dealing damage, which is a great ability to help learn the game with. Gunlance (Veteran)Those who take the time to master the inner workings of the Gunlance will find it to be the best overall tankier-oriented weapon in Monster Hunter Wilds, allowing experience players to play the role of tank while still dealing massive damage with powerful and hard-hitting explosive shells. Hunting ***** (Veteran)Essentially a heavy hitting blunt hammer that also allows the player to give themselves and other nearby allies buffs, the Hunting ***** can be extremely versatile when in the hands of a skilled player. A must-have for higher level group play, the Hunting ***** also allows players to place Echo Bubbles in specific areas on the field to grant special effects in Monster Hunter Wilds. Insect Glaive (Veteran)The Insect Glaive is the ultimate proof that if you take the time to learn a weapon, it can be a game changer. The Insect Glaive allows players to vault into the air and perform deadly jumping attacks throughout an encounter, as well as manage their controllable Kinsect to gain powerful buffs and help turn the tide of battle. For the Day 1 Patch, the Insect Glaive also got a nice buff. Light Bowgun (Beginner)For beginner players, the Light Bowgun is a solid option as it allows you to basically continuously fire at monsters with a machine gun-like weapon. Until you learn the game, keeping monsters at range is a huge advantage, and being able to consistently upkeep damage while moving around is a huge boon to newer players. Long Sword (Veteran)If you're a fan of combos, you know just how strong the Long Sword can be. Learning to master the Spirit Gauge to empower your well-orchestrated combo attacks give the Long Sword one of the highest skill potential weapons in all of Monster Hunter Wilds. Switch Axe (Veteran)Some Day 1 buffs to the Switch Axe have made it a deadly weapon in the hands of skilled players that know how to effectively transition between Axe Mode and Sword Mode as they weave long-range and fast attacks into their offensive. Once mastered, the Switch Axe can be one of the highest damage weapons in Monster Hunter Wilds. Sword and Shield (Beginner)Until you've fully grasped the mechanics of Monster Hunter Wilds, the Sword and Shield option allows newer players to easily block and attack monsters with your shield, reducing the overall damage you're going to take while you learn things. It's a solid option for getting a grasp of the game while ensuring your stay alive. A Tier Bow (Veteran)Unfortunately for veteran Bow players, the weapon got a slight nerf in the Day 1 Patch otherwise it would stay in the S Tier regardless of player skill. Even still, it's still a very strong weapon worth using, especially if you know how to make use of the different ammo types that a veteran player would. Charge Blade (Veteran)A skilled player that knows how to properly switch between Sword Mode and Axe Mode to optimize damage or evasiveness can really push the Charge Blade to the max. Especially once you learn how to use Charge Phials to ramp up the damage output before switching to Axe Mode. Dual Blades (Veteran)Knowing when to enter ****** Mode and furthermore Archdemon Mode to take advantage of the Dual Blades fast attacks makes them very effective in the hands of a player that knows how to use them. Plus, it's nice to have so much added elusiveness while still wielding strong weapons. Great Sword (Veteran)The raw slicing power of the Great Sword keeps in strong even in the hands of a veteran player, but the simple combos pale in comparison to weapons like the Long Sword which will have better results for a skilled player. Even still, just knowing how to properly play Monster Hunter Wilds while using a Great Sword will lead to success. Gunlance (Beginner)Another solid tanking option alongside the Sword and Shield for beginner players. It's essentially Sword and Shield on steroids with a massive gunblade and shield instead of a smaller regular sword and shield. You can guard attacks, then follow up with powerful explosive shells to shred monsters. Lance (Beginner and Veteran)Changes to the Lance from the Day 1 patch for Monster Hunter Wilds have made it a strong choice for both beginners and veterans, allowing players to make use of guard and counter attacks to follow-up with fast hitting and powerful thrusting attacks to deal massive damage while still mitigating damage as well. Light Bowgun (Veteran)I'd make the argument that if you're a skilled player of Monster Hunter Wilds you should take advantage of the combos that melee weapons offer, but if you are determined to play ranged, the Light Bowgun might be the best option for a veteran. Long Sword (Beginner)Learning how to master the Spirit Gauge and the many combos of the Long Sword will be paramount in really taking advantage of the Long Sword's potential, but its still a hard hitting and more maneuverable option for beginners to Monster Hunter Wilds. B Tier Charge Blade (Beginner)Charge Blade is another piece of proof that mastering a weapon makes a world of difference. The Charge Blade is a solid weapon even for beginners, but effective use of Charge Phials and swapping between the two modes elevates the weapon much higher. Dual Blades (Beginner)The Dual Blades are easy to spam rapid attacks on monsters even for a beginner, but its true strength lies in knowing when to enter ****** and then Archdemon Mode to power up your attacks. Once you've got this down, the Dual Blades become much stronger of an option in Monster Hunter Wilds. Hammer (Beginner)Bonk! That really sums up the Hammer for beginner players. If you want to be able to power up attacks to bonk monsters in the head and potentially stun them, the Hammer is for you. It's very slow but also hard hitting, so if that sounds like your playstyle, give the Hammer a try but also the Hunting *****, which is also in the B tier. Heavy Bowgun (Beginner)For players who want to be immobile while launching powerful ranged attacks at monsters, the Heavy Bowgun is for you. If the Light Bowgun is a machine gun, the Heavy Bowgun is an artillery cannon. However, the lack of mobility also makes it not a particularly ideal option for beginner players, though you can block with it as well. Hunting ***** (Beginner)It may seem odd to see the Hunting ***** and Hammer in the same tier for beginners, but the reason is moreso that until you know how the weapon, and Monster Hunter Wilds works, the Hunting ***** isn't nearly as effective, making it more powerful in the hands of a veteran than a beginner. Switch Axe (Beginner)Some Day 1 Buffs for the Switch Axe have made it a powerful weapon even in the hands of newer players, but it still has somewhat of a skill gap that requires you to essentially learn two weapons at once to really make use of it. Even still, you could probably just use one of the two and still have some success with the Switch Axe in Monster Hunter Wilds. C Tier Hammer (Veteran)I know this may seem a bit harsh, and for the most part the Hammer probably belongs more in B Tier for both beginner and veteran players, but in Monster Hunter Wilds it really feels as though Hammer users should just be using the Hunting ***** instead. Heavy Bowgun (Veteran)At a glance, the Heavy Bowgun is a weapon that has never really made too much sense in Monster Hunter from a gameplay standpoint, and that's even more clear for experienced players in Wilds. Sure you get a hard hitting weapon that can attack at range, but the need to hunker down in place and expend energy to really do damage just goes against everything Monster Hunter, especially at range. Insect Glaive (Beginner)The Insect Glaive is incredibly powerful in the hands of a veteran, but for beginners you'll probably end up just jumping around haphazardly without properly managing your Kinsects and optimizing your damage and utility, meaning you should just play one of the other weapons that more easily does more damage. Sword and Shield (Veteran)Even though the Sword and Shield is great for beginner players, it really falls off compared to the other tanky options of Gunlance and Lance. In fact, there's not a real reason to go with Sword and Shield once you know how to play Monster Hunter Wilds unless you just really like the playstyle. As you can see, most weapons are simply better when in the hands of a more skilled player. This means that you should try all the weapons and see which one you like the most; after all, they all have vastly different playstyles. Once you find one you like, keep playing it until you master it and it will be able to hold its own against any other weapon regardless of its placement on this tier list! The post Ultimate Monster Hunter Wilds Weapon Tier List (Day 1 Patch) appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Monster Hunter Wilds has a pretty sweet way of player customization available at the start of a game, but you'll need something called Character Vouchers to perform the same task later on. While cosmetic changes don't directly help you much with your monster-catching functions, they help your character look apart. The vouchers will allow you to make changes as much as you want and when you want. Let's take a look at how you can obtain these items inside the game and what the best ways to spend them are in the first place. How to get Character Vouchers in Monster Hunter Wilds There's no way to get Character Vouchers by just playing the game. They can obtained as paid DLCs, which is similar to systems implemented in previous Monster Hunter releases. This system is a major change from what was available during the open Betas, as you could edit as much as you wanted. It remains to be seen if we get any events in the future that will allow us to get these vouchers by simply playing the game. Image via Capcom How to use Character Vouchers in Monster Hunter Wilds The role of Character Vouchers is to allow you to perform Character Edits. Similar to the Change Appearance function, Character Edits will enable you to make ******* changes to how your character looks inside the game. Unlike Change Appearance, Character Edits aren't free as of writing. Here's a complete list of everything you can change from Character Edits. Body Gender Age Hairstyle Eyebrows Eyelashes Eyes Mouth Beard Makeup Voice Pitch Demeanor Undergarments Voice Type Skin Eyes Nose Contour If you don't plan to spend any money on Character Vouchers, make sure to pay proper attention during character creation. You can make changes to how it appears later, but the tweaks will have limited scope. The post Best ways to get Character Vouchers in Monster Hunter Wilds appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

There's more than one way to capture monsters in Monster Hunter Wilds, and setting a perfect trap is certainly one of the most effective ways available inside the game. There are two types of traps you can utilize: Consumable and Environmental. The process of activating them is different, and they're not equally effective for every kind of monster. This guide will help you master the concepts of setting and activating traps to make the most out of them while grabbing any monster. How to use Consumable traps in Monster Hunter Wilds Consumable traps work just like a piece of consumable, and you can equip them from your inventory. Once you have selected the trap, press the Square button, and there will be a brief animation when it's being set. Once set, your trap is automatically active. Whether you're using a Pitfall Trap or a Shock Trap, activation will happen when a monster enters its working radius. The trigger happens automatically, making it perfect for you to stay away and watch the fun from a distance. If you're unsure about the placement of a Consumable trap, you can pick it up and add it to your inventory. Image via Capcom How to use Environmental traps in Monster Hunter Wilds The name "Environmental" makes it pretty clear as to how these traps work. They don't have to be set, and all you have to do is approach them and interact with the button to activate them. You can do the same task from a distance by using your Slinger Hook. Just like Consumable traps, Environmental traps are activated when a monster is in its radius. However, these traps are harder to activate as you can't set them beforehand. All traps in Monster Hunter Wilds Here's a breakdown of every trap that is available in Monster Hunter Wilds. Disclaimer: List to be updated as we find more traps. TrapEffectShockElectrify a monster and temporarily incapacitate themPitfallPin down a monster and push its body partially under the ground. The head and the upper part of the body will be exposed for you to damage itFalling BouldersDrop down a barrage of boulders that knocks down the monsters and deal damage. It exposes the monster and allows you do a lot of powerful combos. Sharp Crystal PillarsWorks in the same fashion as Falling Boulders, but has a larger area of effect. Vine TrapsThe traps will be set after you interact with it, and the vines will lure the monsters into it. Once the monster is stuck, you can land some powerful blows on it. QuicksandThis trap is unique to Balahara. When activated, both monsters and hunters can get dragged inside it, so be careful. Great ThunderbugsHas a similar effect as Shock Traps as they incapacitate the monsters.ParatoadsWhile the effect of Paratoads is identical to Great Thunderbugs, they can also incapacitate hunters. Hence, it's best to stay away and use your Slinger Hook. FlashfliesThey will knock down flying monsters and blind grounded monsters. Using traps in Monster Hunter Wilds is not necessary, but they can be extremely useful in certain situations. For example, some traps can expose ******* monsters, allowing you to land combos and deal a lot of damage in a short time. The post All traps in Monster Hunter Wilds and how to activate them appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

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Although online games are great for co-op gameplay, it's not always ideal when you have to step away. Fortunately, Monster Hunter Wilds players can pause the game, even if they are online. Here's what you need to do to activate it. How do you pause the game in Monster Hunter Wilds? You can pause the game while in Online Single Player mode, which can be found on the Title Screen. If you have already logged into a lobby, you can speak to Alma to change it to this mode. You can then pause it by going to the System setting. Screenshot by Destructoid Once you've selected 'Pause Game' in Monster Hunter Wilds, gameplay will stop as if it were Offline Mode. If you're in the middle of a fight, it will halt any enemy attack and keep your health intact. Though, I still recommend getting out of their line of sight just in case. You can pick up from where you left off by selecting the Resume option. A Sub-menu is also available here for those who want to access Photo Mode. This mechanic can hide the game's UI and display your photo album. Although you can only pause the game as a solo player, you still have access to multiplayer features. Anytime you need help, you can unleash a SOS Flare to get assistance from fellow players or NPCs. Does Monster Hunter Wilds have an Offline Mode? Monster Hunter Wilds does have an Offline Mode. If you look at the PlayStation Store, you'll see that the game includes an 'Online play optional' feature. I tried it myself by turning off my internet, and the game went into Offline Mode immediately after. Mission progression and saves seem to work just fine in this mode, so there's no need to worry about losing content. Screenshot by Destructoid Whenever you want to return to an online lobby, you can speak to Alma or use the Title Screen to change it. It may take a few seconds to reconnect, but eventually, it should return you to your original position. The post How to pause in online mode in Monster Hunter Wilds appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

The spider-like Lala Barina is one of the first bosses in Scarlet Forest you'll have to stand against. It'll prove deadly with its blossoming flower, ultimately paralyzing you with its destructive properties. To help you with this fight, here's how to defeat Lala Barina in Monster Hunter Wilds. Table of contentsHow to defeat Lala Barina in Monster Hunter WildsLala Barina weaknesses and preparationsAll Lala Barina movesetsHow to collect all Lala Barina parts in Monster Hunter Wilds How to defeat Lala Barina in Monster Hunter Wilds You'll initially come across Lala Barina in the Chapter 1-3, Forest Findings. From then on, this beast will roam about in the Forest and Wyveria regions or be featured as a boss in the Optional Quests. Before you set off on this endeavor, ensure you eat a meal to gain extra health and stamina. Screenshot by Destructoid Lala Barina weaknesses and preparations To better prepare yourself for the battle, here's a list of suitable weaknesses, Status Effects, and items: Elemental Attack Weakness: Fire Effective Status Effects: Poison: Moderately effective Sleep: Moderately effective Paralysis: Little damage Blastblight: Moderately effective Stun: Most effective Exhaust: Moderately effective Effective Items:Fire-based weapons Flash Pods Shock Traps Pitfall Traps Stunning works best with the Lala Barina, so you can bring a trap to trounce the creature. However, I suggest avoiding the Sonic Bomb since it won't really do you much good in this fight. All Lala Barina movesets Lala Barina has three moves you need to look out for: Lala Barina's rose unleashes red-colored elements that inflict paralysis Deals a deadly strike with its stinger Swings around to emit more paralysis attacks Do your best to avoid its paralysis attacks, which will float around the battlefield when it displays its rose. Getting hit by it once or twice is okay, but it'll eventually take a toll with enough strikes. Those in a paralysis state can shake it off by quickly moving their character around for a few seconds. Screenshot by Destructoid Luckily, avoiding Lala Barina's attack is pretty easy since its movements are relatively slow. That'll give you time to strike the weak spots on its leg, face, and claws. You can also go from behind its body if you don't want to get too close to its face. Take advantage of any wounds while in Focus Mode, dealing a hefty amount of damage. Screenshot by Destructoid The Lala Barina's Tail, aka the rose, is the creature's most significant weak point. Nevertheless, it'll be pretty challenging to target, especially when it spouts out its paralytic effects. How to collect all Lala Barina parts in Monster Hunter Wilds The Lala Barina features two breakable parts: its petals and claws. If it breaks off, be sure to grab it when the creature starts to run away or when the quest ends. Screenshot by Destructoid You can use the Lala Barina body parts to craft weapons, armor, and other equipment with Gemma. Although you'll receive most of them during the battle, you'll have the chance to gain more as a target reward. Here are all the possible items you can get: Monster PartsDescriptionHow to GetLala Barina FloretHair from a Lala Barina. So white and pristine that it could pass for a high quality pelt.Earn as a Target Reward after completing the main mission/Optional QuestLala Barina MucusBody fluid from a Lala Barina. A sticky, red liquid that causes paralysis.Earn as a Target Reward after completing main mission or Optional QuestLala Barina ShellThe outer shell of a Lala Barina. Has a dark luster and is wonderfully lightweightTarget any part of the Lala BarinaLala Barina StingerThe stinger from a Lala Barina. Sharp as a sword, one thrust is all it takes to subdue prey. Attack the rose part of its body or earn as a Target Reward after completing the main mission/Optional QuestLala Barina ClawA claw from a Lala Barina. Vivid scarlet decorates its keen edge. Target Lala Barina's claws near its faceLala Barina CertificateA Guild certificate awarded to those who have hunted a Lala Barina. Used to make equipment. Earned after defeating the Lala Barina Speak to Gemma about constructing the complete armor set or weapon upgrade from the Lala Barina Tree. Some parts are also a part of the Talisman recipes, including Blessing Charm I, Dragon Charm I, and Paralysis Charm I. The post How to beat and break all parts on Lala Barina in Monster Hunter Wilds appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

When you take down your first beast in Monster Hunter Wilds, you'll gain access to the Chatacabra Armor set. The Coil requires a mysterious piece known as the "Sharp Fang," which doesn't seem to drop from this reptilian beast. Find out how to get Sharp Fangs in Monster Hunter Wilds. Where to find Sharp Fangs in Monster Hunter Wilds You can eliminate the following creatures to gather Sharp Fangs in Monster Hunter Wilds: Talioth - Windward Plains Gaijos - Windward Plains and Scarlet Forest Kranodath - Oilwell Basin Piragill - Scarlet Forest Porkeplume - Iceshard Cliffs and Wyveria Guardian Seikret - Wyveria If you're just starting out in Monster Hunter Wilds, you can get Sharp Fangs early on in Windward Plains. You can find these creatures around Zones 8 and 11, where they often travel in groups. You can use the Filter Icons on the map to narrow down their locations with pink-colored diamond icons. Screenshot by Destructoid Talioths almost look like dinosaurs, with similar features to velociraptors. Be warned; they will retaliate against you if they are provoked enough. The entire group may try to attack you, but it shouldn't be as challenging as the large monster types. Just deal a few hits to it, and the Talioth should go down in no time. Screenshot by Destructoid Once you've progressed further in the story, you'll start finding the other creatures with Sharp Fangs, from the Kranodath to the Piragill. Although Gaijos spawn in Windward Plains, I've noticed they appear a lot more in the Scarlet Forest. Therefore, it's best to shoot for the Talioth if you're still in the starter region. Start carving any compatible creatures to gather Sharp Fangs for Monster Hunter Wilds' Chatacabra Armor. However, you'll still need to beat the Chatacabra to collect more monster pieces for the set. Additionally, you can use Sharp Fangs for the Hungerless Charm I Talisman, which offers the Hunger Resistance Skill. This item requires Balahara Scale and Tail monster parts, deriving from A Hunter's Pride Chapter 1-4. If you have too many Sharp Fangs, you can sell them to the Provisions Stockpile to gain 100 Zenny for each one. The post How to get Sharp Fangs in Monster Hunter Wilds appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

If you look at your Crafting collection, you'll notice three healing items: Potion, Mega Potion, and First-aid Med+. The first two will be easy to acquire, but the last can be tricky to produce. Find out how to get a First Aid Med in Monster Hunter Wilds. Where to find First Aid Meds in Monster Hunter Wilds The required materials for the First Aid Med include Honey and an already-made vial of First-aid Med+. Initially, I was pretty confused about it since there seemed to be no way of acquiring the potion while in free roam. You can only get a First Aid Med during a quest, where you'll receive a Supply Item at the beginning. Like past Monster Hunter iterations, it's limited to being a quest-related item, meaning it will disappear once you've completed the mission. Screenshot by Destructoid The game will typically notify you at the quest's beginning, allowing you to open your Supply Items via the Seikret Pouch. You can then transfer the First Aid Med to your pouch to unlock an additional way of healing yourself. It'll restore a small amount of your health, similar to the Potion recipe. While on a mission, you can finally craft more First Aid Meds using Honey. Honey can be found everywhere on the map, so you should have no problem making it. Screenshot by Destructoid Although the inventory is relatively restricted, the game will likely restock you with First Aid Meds when starting on another task. However, it should be noted that not every quest will provide you with this particular material. Therefore, I suggest always having Potions or Mega Potions with you. These healing items mandate Herbs, another resource that's in every region. The Mega Potion should be your primary focus, as it heals more than First Aid Meds and regular Potions. It's best to use the First Aid Meds when you only need a slight health boost or run out of other restorative items. The post How to get First Aid Meds in Monster Hunter Wilds appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

Although you'll spend quite a lot of time taking down monsters, you'll sometimes have to take the non-violent route by capturing them. One task, in particular, requires you to get the Yian Kut-Ku during the New Ecosystems quest. Here's how to complete this Monster Hunter Wilds quest. How to get Yian Kut-Ku in MHW New Ecosystems quest The Shock Trap and Tranq Bomb are the key items you need to capture the Yian Kut-Ku. You can prepare yourself beforehand by making the Shock Trap with a Trap Tool and Thunderbug Capacitor, as well as a Sleep Herb and Parashroom for the Tranq Bomb. If you've already set off on this quest or don't have the ingredients, don't worry. The items are sent to you via the Supply Items inventory, including some First Aid Meds and a Large Dung Pod. When you initially encounter the Yian Kut-Ku, other creatures will be nearby to stir up some trouble. Use a Large Dung Pod to scare them away, allowing you to keep your focus on the primary target. The goal is to inflict enough damage until the Yian Kut-Ku starts limping (you might need to hit it a few times more afterward). Veteran Monster Hunter players will likely know all about this strategy, mainly since a similar method is used in World. Screenshot by Destructoid Once the Yian Kut-Ku starts limping, it's crucial to stop attacking to avoid killing it. Alma will warn you to prevent this from happening. Now, set up the Shock Trap and wait for the Yian Kut-Ku to get caught. Unleash two Tranq Bombs to make it fall asleep. If it doesn't work, you must inflict more damage on the monster to weaken it and repeat the process. Screenshot by Destructoid You may have some trouble knocking out the monster with the tranquilizer, as I did, which will cause them to run away. I found it best to attack the creature until Alma orders you to set up the trap. If you run out of materials, you can look around the Scarlet Forest or return to Base Camp to make more Shock Traps and Tranq Bombs. Once the Yian Kut-Ku falls asleep, the New Ecosystem quest will conclude, rewarding you with some new handy items. All Yian Kut-Ku Quest Rewards If you want to see what rewards the Yian Kut-Ku offers, here's what you can expect: Yian Kut-Ku Certificate S Kut-Ku Scale+ Kut-Ku Carapace Kut-Ku Wing Kut-Ku Ear Giant Beak Inferno Sac Bird Wyvern Gem Monster Keenbone Advanced Armor Sphere Mystery Orb - Sword Mystery Orb - Armor Similar to other monsters, you can use these materials to craft a weapon upgrade. Catch up with Gemma to unlock the new enhancement in the Yian Kut-Ku Tree. The post How to capture Yian Kut-Ku in Monster Hunter Wilds (New Ecosystems quest) appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

Trophy hunters will have a field day with Monster Hunter Wilds' extensive achievement collection. Most will have you knocking heads with many beasts, but a few focus on capturing critters. Here's how to capture a creature that bears an Ancient Wyvern Coin in Monster Hunter Wilds. All Ancient Wyvern Coin creature locations in Monster Hunter Wilds To earn the A Prize Held High trophy in Monster Hunter Wilds, you must look for Curioshell Crabs in Windward Plains' Zones 13 and 6. While you're traveling around these areas, Alma might ask, "Is that a creature holding something?" This is a clear indicator that a creature with an Ancient Wyvern Coin is close to you. It may not always happen, but try to look around these zones to see if this notification pops up. Screenshot by Destructoid If Alma notifies you, you should see a crab with a coin. Use your Capture Net to get it, which you may have already utilized during Dareel's Research Report quest. Wait until the target illuminates a yellow color, and you should be all set to get the trophy. Screenshot by Destructoid Those using Zone 13 must venture into the cave entrance, which was shown during Monster Hunter Wilds' weapon tutorial phase. This creature may have other locations, as it has known habitats in the Plains, Forest, Basin, Cliffs, and Wyveria. However, the one for the trophy seems to spawn more in the Windward Plains. Screenshot by Destructoid You can exchange rare items with the Ancient Wyvern Coin from the crab. Scarlet Forest's Wudwud Hideout utilizes this currency, which you can use when speaking to Gawdygog. Provide this Wudwud with 10 Ancient Wyvern Coins for materials like the Dalthydon Wool, Great Hornfly, and Monster Chili. Although you'll only earn one coin for Monster Hunter Wilds' A Prize Held High trophy, you can continue to collect more of them through missions or random drops from monsters. The post How to capture an Ancient Wyvern Coin creature in Monster Hunter Wilds (A Prize Held High trophy) appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

The Bone Armor set is one of the first upgrades you can unlock, slightly boosting your defense and elemental resistance. To craft it, you must gather Mystery Bones throughout the regions. Here's how to get Mystery Bones in Monster Hunter Wilds. Table of contentsHow to farm Mystery Bones in Monster Hunter WildsAll Monster Hunter Wilds quests with Mystery Bone rewardsAll Monsters with Mystery BonesMonster Hunter Wilds Mystery Bone locationsHow to use Mystery Bones in Monster Hunter Wilds How to farm Mystery Bones in Monster Hunter Wilds You can utilize several methods to acquire Mystery Bones, whether from standard looting or monster fights. Take advantage of the following methods to farm them in Monster Hunter Wilds: Earn as a quest reward Eliminate Small Monsters Scavenge Bonepiles Completing quests is a surefire way to get Mystery Bones, making it one of the best techniques for farming. Some Small Monsters are known to drop it, too, once you take them down. If you want to test your luck, you can scavenge Bonepiles, but it's not always guaranteed. Since each method requires specific maneuvers, let's break down each one. All Monster Hunter Wilds quests with Mystery Bone rewards Monster Hunter Wilds' early missions tend to drop more Mystery Bones, such as the main campaign and the Optional Quests. Here's a list of all quests that drop Mystery Bones: QuestsMission TypeSlimy SituationAssignmentHot on Their TrailsAssignmentA Stage of Rose and ThornAssignmentDrive Off the Congalala!AssignmentBalahara of the SandseaAssignmentPinnacle of the PackAssignmentBuggin' in the DesertOptional QuestsThe Desert is DemandingOptional QuestsBuggin' in the Scarlet ForestOptional QuestsA Sharp SortOptional QuestsBeware the ChatacabraOptional QuestsFire StarterOptional QuestsEvery Rose...Optional QuestsTussle in PinkOptional QuestsSand Sea SurgesOptional QuestsForest OutlawOptional Quests All missions above require you to eliminate a fearsome beast, including starter monsters like Chatacabra, Lala Barina, and Congalala. While you can't replay Assignments (they're a part of the main storyline), you can participate in the Optional Quests as often as you want. Screenshot by Destructoid All Monsters with Mystery Bones The Small Monster species provide more chances to collect Mystery Bones. These creatures usually don't have missions tied to them, but you can spot them while out in the wild. The monsters below are one of the few that drop these valuable bones: Bulaqchi - Windward Plains Porkeplume - Iceshard Cliffs and Wyveria Rafma (Alpha) - Iceshard Cliffs and Wyveria You can look for Small Monsters through their pink diamond icons on the map. Screenshot by Destructoid They won't put up as much of a fight compared to ******* creatures; however, they may still retaliate against you. Monster Hunter Wilds Mystery Bone locations When looting Bonepiles during the early stages of Monster Hunter Wilds, you'll likely farm a ton of Mystery Bones. On the other hand, I've noticed that the chances get lower during the endgame as you will uncover higher-tier bones. So, if you're just starting out in the game, you can look for Bonepiles in these regions: Windward Plains Scarlet Forest Oilwell Basin Iceshard Cliffs Wyveria Use the Filter Icons to place waypoints on any Bonepiles. Then, you can simply loot it to hopefully get some Mystery Bones. Screenshot by Destructoid How to use Mystery Bones in Monster Hunter Wilds You can use Mystery Bones in your Weapon Bone Tree or to craft the Bone Armor set. You'll need the bones to unlock the first tier in the Bone Tree, paving the way to high-damaging upgrades. Screenshot by Destructoid The Bone Armor mandates five Mystery Bones to craft the whole set, including its Greaves, Coil, Vambraces, Mail, and Helm. It'll have a bit more defense than Hope, Leather, and Chainmail. However, I suggest aiming for the other starter sets from the monsters, given that they have much more protection. The post Where to find Mystery Bone in Monster Hunter Wilds appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

Poogie has blessed us with its adorable presence in many Monster Hunters, from Freedom to MH3. It has once again made its mark in Monster Hunter Wilds, oink-ing its way to the top. Find out where to find this creature and how to **** it. Where to find and unlock Poogie in Monster Hunter Wilds Before we get into how to **** Poogie, you'll need to know where to find it first. Poogie can be found in the Suja region, which unlocks during Nothing Frozen, Nothing Gained Chapter 3-2. The pig will roam around this area, marked with its distinct **** icon. Screenshot by Destructoid If it's nighttime, Poogie will likely be sleeping, but you can wake it up to start giving it pets. How to **** Poogie in Monster Hunter Wilds Petting Poogie will be easy enough to initiate, but the only problem is that it will get mad if you don't do it correctly. To avoid this, press the '****' button when the exclamation point appears. A successful attempt displays hearts around the pig as they jump for joy. If this doesn't happen, it will end up knocking you down. Luckily, you can simply try again afterward. Screenshot by Destructoid Poogie will give you a random item in return to show their gratitude. I got an Exciteshroom out of it, but you can earn plenty more rewards. If you're lucky, you may even get some of the game's rarest items. Although you can **** Poogie as often as you like in Monster Hunter Wilds, it seems to only provide you with one daily gift. Check back on the pig anytime you're in Suja for more rewards. One of the unique features of Poogie is the ability to rename it, similar to the titles of the Palico and Seikret. There's a 15-character limit, so you can't go overboard with the length. But you can get creative and give Poogie a name that resonates with you. Of course, you can always stick with the classic 'Poogie'; it's a pretty cute name as is. The post How to **** Poogie in Monster Hunter Wilds appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

In addition to the pre-order gifts, Monster Hunter Wilds players can claim goodies from the beta and past saves. It'll help you out at the start of your journey, offering valuables for you and your Palico. Here's how to get beta and Monster Hunter World rewards. How to claim free rewards in Monster Hunter Wilds You can claim rewards from the pre-order, beta, and Monster Hunter World from the Base Camp's Support Desk. Complete Wilds' tutorial phase to approach a Palico at camp and select 'I'd like to request support.' You'll see an option to 'Claim Content' here, providing you with your compatible add-ons in Monster Hunter Wilds. Screenshot by Destructoid Screenshot by Destructoid The Support Desk is available at every Base Camp, no matter which region you are in. However, you must meet some requirements before claiming your content. How to claim Monster Hunter Wilds beta rewards Those who participated in the beta must use the same platform account from the test. You must have also created a character while the test was active. Anyone who played the first or second beta will receive an Open Beta Test Bonus Pendant. Image via Capcom You'll only acquire one per account, even if you participated in both betas. Both tests also offer exclusive items to help you through your Monster Hunter Wilds adventure. Here's what you can expect: First Open Beta Test Rewards x10 Mega Potion x5 Ration x5 Lifepowder x2 Max Potion x2 Herbal Medicine x2 Nulberry x5 Armor Sphere Open Beta Test 2 Rewards x10 Raw Meat x3 Shock Trap x2 Pitfall Trap x10 Tranq Bomb x3 Large Barrel Bomb x5 Armor Sphere x10 Flash Pod x10 Large Dung Pod How to claim Monster Hunter World rewards in Monster Hunter Wilds If you played Monster Hunter World or the Iceborne expansion, you can transfer your save data to Monster Hunter Wilds. To unlock bonuses from World, you must complete character creation for you and your Palico. For Iceborne, you'll need to complete World's ending and talk to the character Feisty Fiver. You'll find this NPC near the entrance of Astera near Ancient Forest. Image via Capcom You must ensure the past save data is on the platform you're using to play Monster Hunter Wilds. If you played it on an older-generation console, you can transfer your data to the newer gen. For example, you'll need to transfer your PlayStation 4 data to PlayStation 5 or use a save file on a cloud for PC. Once you've completed this step, you can expect these rewards: Monster Hunter World rewards: Felyne Armor Set: Felyne Leather Felyne Weapon: Felyne Acorn Spade Nameplates: Extra Frame - World Monster Hunter World: Iceborne rewards:Felyne Armor Set: Felyne Duffel Felyne Weapon: Felyne Trekker Peckaxe Nameplates: Extra Frame - Iceborne Remember, the Palico/Felyne rewards will only be available until you arrive at the Base Camp, so you won't initially see these cosmetics in character creation. The post How to claim free items from Monster Hunter World and beta in Monster Hunter Wilds appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

Monster Hunter Wilds is out in the, well, wild today, and giant lizards everywhere are suffering the predations of hunters with absurdly large weaponry. Unfortunately, if any of those hunters are having experiences like I did while playing for our Wilds review, they might be running into an unfortunate number of game crashes. Luckily, I was able to identify the potential culprit: If you're getting a lot of Monster Hunter Wilds crashes on an Nvidia card, try disabling frame generation... Read more.View the full article

Each companion in Avowedhas four unique skills you can upgrade throughout the game. Companions don’t level up each time you do; instead, they get a single ability point every few levels. I beat Avowed at level 28, just two shy of the level 30 cap, and I had eight upgrade points for each companion. Since each companion ability has four possible levels, you won’t be able to fully upgrade all their abilities. View the full article

Before the game's launch, Capcom revealed steps on how to transfer character data from the Monster Hunter Wilds open beta test to the full game. Monster Hunter Wilds players will be able to use the characters they've created by following a few short steps after purchasing a copy of the new game. View the full article

Modders are not missing a beat with Monster Hunter Wilds. At time of writing the game hasn't even unlocked yet for plebs like me who don't have pre-release access, and yet there are currently 33 mods on the Nexus Mods page and the number keeps going up... Read more.View the full article

It can be hard knowing where to start with Monster Hunter Wilds. Though undoubtedly streamlined in comparison to previous installments, this is still a Monster Hunter game, which means all sorts of systems to contend with. Even for series veterans, a good number of mechanics no longer work the same way, so no matter who you are there's stuff to learn... Read more.View the full article

Part of the joy of Disney Dreamlight Valley is getting to know more about the game’s lore through the various character quests. Jasmine’s questline is the first bit of player lore we’ve had in a while, so if you’ve reached her second quest, you can find a full walkthrough here. Table of contentsHow to complete Jasmine’s Level 4 Friendship quest in Disney Dreamlight ValleyGetting help from MoanaHow to get the Special Starfish (building the sandcastle)Ending the quest How to complete Jasmine’s Level 4 Friendship quest in Disney Dreamlight Valley Starting the quest! Screenshot by Dot Esports After getting Jasmine to Level Four Friendship, talk to her and you’ll be able to start her next quest: A Sandy Competition. Jasmine will tell you she was able to decrypt the code on the front of the Secret Journal from her Level Two Friendship quest. The code is a recipe to craft one of the two keys needed to open the journal. View the full article

There are many unique enemies and bosses in Avowed, each with their own specialized set of skills and abilities that can catch you off guard if you don't know what to expect. It's likely you've stumbled across some tough enemies while exploring the Living Lands, and whether it's because you're under-prepared, didn't know the enemy's weaknesses or strengths, or were swarmed by hordes of surrounding minions, no enemy in Avowed can't be overcome eventually without the proper preparation. View the full article

Genshin Impact has officially revealed the lineup of events set to arrive with the launch of Version 5.4's second half, teasing both new combat challenges and a fishing-focused event. The release of Genshin Impact's newest update whisked players back to the Inazuma region for its main event, featuring the return of fan-favorite characters like Raiden Shogun and Yae Miko. HoYoverse also debuted Inazuma's newest playable character, with Yumemizuki Mizuki joining the roster as a five-star Anemo support unit. Now, HoYoverse is teasing the next set of events coming with the update's second half. View the full article

Overwatch 2 recently revealed some big plans for Perks in the future, including buffs and nerfs coming in the mid-Season 15 update, some new ones in Season 16, and a major refresh for Season 18. Though Perks only recently arrived in Overwatch 2, it seems Blizzard has no intention of letting the system stagnate. View the full article

There's a huge missed opportunity in the Punk Revolution update for Marvel Rivals, and it's one that feels quite strange. The update brought us two new character costumes, one for Magik and one for Hulk. While these are two of the more popular characters for people to use in the game, it still leaves out one character who has been part of the game before in the Alpha but has been missing since. View the full article