Guide to Obtaining Frenzy Shards & Crystals in Monster Hunter Wilds

Even after you've rolled credits in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the adventure continues with High Rank content. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to acquire and utilize Frenzy Shards and Crystals in *Monster Hunter Wilds*.

Getting Frenzy Shards in Monster Hunter Wilds

Frenzy Shards are crucial for crafting in *Monster Hunter Wilds* and can be obtained by defeating Frenzied monsters. These monsters, infected with the Frenzy Virus, start appearing during High Rank missions. Don't be fooled by their familiar appearance; Frenzied monsters are significantly more aggressive and deal increased damage, posing a formidable challenge. Upon successfully killing or capturing a Frenzied monster, you'll be rewarded with Frenzy Shards, which you can then use to forge new weapons and armor.

Getting Frenzy Crystals in Monster Hunter Wilds

Frenzy Crystals, another essential crafting material, are exclusively dropped by Gore Magala. To obtain these crystals, you must wound Gore Magala and destroy those wounds, which gives you a chance to collect a Frenzy Crystal. You'll encounter Gore Magala in High Rank quests, specifically after unlocking the optional quest "Misty Depths."

How to Use Frenzy Shards and Crystals

Utilizing Frenzy Shards is straightforward. Visit Base Camp and speak with Gemma to start crafting new gear. Here's a list of gear that requires Frenzy Shards:

• Entbehrung I
• Fledderklauen I
• Tyrannearm I
• Todlicher Abzug I
• Leumundslist
• Faulnisschleuder I
• Eisenleib
• Elendskraft I
• Schattenstolz I
• Wuchtblick I
• Kummerklang I
• Eiferschild I
• Stahlfakt I
• Sucher-Ankh I
• Artian Mail
• Artian Coil
• Gore Coil
• Damascus Helm
• Gore Coil

How to Find Frenzied Monsters

Frenzied monsters are prevalent in High Rank optional quests. However, not all monsters are affected by the Frenzy Virus. The following monsters do not carry the virus:

• Zoh
• Shia
• Arkveld
• Gore Magala

Interestingly, Gore Magala, the source of the Frenzy Virus, can still be farmed for Frenzy Crystals.

That's your complete guide to farming Frenzy Shards and Crystals in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and detailed information on the game, be sure to check out The Escapist.