"Guide: Obtaining Frenzy Shards & Crystals in Monster Hunter Wilds"

Even after you've rolled credits in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, there's still plenty to see and do as you dive into the High Rank content. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to get and use Frenzy Shards and Crystals in *Monster Hunter Wilds*.

Getting Frenzy Shards in Monster Hunter Wilds

Frenzy Shards are a valuable resource that you can obtain by defeating Frenzied monsters in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. These monsters, infected with the Frenzy Virus, start appearing during High Rank missions. Don't be fooled by their appearance; they may look similar to their regular counterparts, but they're far more dangerous. Frenzied monsters not only deal significantly more damage but are also much more aggressive, posing a serious threat to unprepared hunters. After successfully killing or capturing a Frenzied monster, you'll be rewarded with Frenzy Shards, which are essential for forging new weapons and armor.

Getting Frenzy Crystals in Monster Hunter Wilds

Frenzy Crystals are another crucial crafting material, but they can only be obtained from Gore Magala. When you wound Gore Magala and destroy those wounds, there's a chance you'll get a Frenzy Crystal. You'll start encountering Gore Magala once you progress into High Rank quests and unlock the optional quest titled "Misty Depths."

How to Use Frenzy Shards and Crystals

Using Frenzy Shards is straightforward, much like any other crafting material in the game. Head to 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

Most High Rank optional quests will feature Frenzied monsters. However, not all monsters in the game are susceptible to the Frenzy Virus. The following monsters do not have the Frenzy Virus:

• Zoh
• Shia
• Arkveld
• Gore Magala

Interestingly, Gore Magala itself is the source of the Virus, so you can still farm it for Frenzy Crystals.

And that's how to farm Frenzy Shards and Crystals in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and information on the game, be sure to check out The Escapist.