"Guide to Obtaining Frenzy Shards and Crystals in Monster Hunter Wilds"

Even after you've rolled credits in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, your adventure is far from over, especially as you delve into the High Rank content. Here's your guide to obtaining and utilizing Frenzy Shards and Crystals in *Monster Hunter Wilds*.

Getting Frenzy Shards in Monster Hunter Wilds

To obtain Frenzy Shards, you'll need to take on and defeat Frenzied monsters. These creatures start appearing during High Rank missions and, despite their resemblance to regular monsters, they pack a punch. Frenzied monsters not only deal more damage but also exhibit heightened aggression, making them formidable foes. Upon successfully killing or capturing a Frenzied monster, you'll be rewarded with Frenzy Shards, essential for forging new weapons and armor.

Getting Frenzy Crystals in Monster Hunter Wilds

Frenzy Crystals are another crucial crafting material, but these can only be obtained from Gore Magala. When you manage to wound Gore Magala and destroy those wounds, there's a chance you'll obtain a Frenzy Crystal. You'll encounter Gore Magala in High Rank quests, particularly in the optional quest titled "Misty Depths."

How to Use Frenzy Shards and Crystals

Using Frenzy Shards is straightforward, much like other crafting materials in the game. Visit Base Camp and talk to 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 comprehensive 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.