Mastering the Seasons and Weather in Monster Hunter Wilds' Forbidden Lands
Monster Hunter Wilds' Forbidden Lands offer dynamic gameplay influenced by its fluctuating seasons and weather patterns. These aren't just cosmetic; they significantly impact the hunting experience. Here's a comprehensive guide to navigating these environmental shifts.
Understanding the Seasons:
Monster Hunter Wilds features two primary seasons: Fallow and Plenty. The game begins in the harsh Fallow season, characterized by scarce resources, aggressive monsters frequently engaging in territorial battles, and extreme weather events. Conversely, the Plenty season offers a warmer, more abundant environment with friendlier smaller creatures and easier access to resources like endemic life and plants. This seasonal change is celebrated by the villagers and hunters alike.
Inclemency: Intense Weather Events:
Between seasons, brief but intense weather events known as Inclemency occur. These heighten weather effects and often set the stage for challenging encounters with Apex Predators. A prime example is the Sandtide, a powerful sandstorm featuring lightning, during which hunters face the Alpha Doshaguma. Expect unique weather phenomena during Apex Predator battles.
Checking Seasons and Weather:
The game provides convenient ways to monitor the current season and weather. The HUD's bottom-left corner displays icons indicating the time of day and season. For more detailed information, open your map and access the Environment Overview for a complete weather and season report. Optional Quests also specify the time of day and season for their hunts, temporarily transporting you to that environment regardless of the current season.
Manipulating Seasons and Weather:
Given the significant impact of seasons on the environment and creature behavior, hunters may prefer one season over another for specific tasks. Fortunately, season and weather manipulation is possible. By pitching your tent and selecting the "Rest" option from the BBQ menu, you can adjust the environment and time for your next awakening. However, this convenience comes at a cost of 300 Guild Points and is only accessible to High-Rank Hunters, and not during active quests.
This concludes our overview of seasons and weather in Monster Hunter Wilds. Mastering these elements will enhance your hunting prowess and overall game experience.
Monster Hunter Wilds is currently available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
