Resource Gathering

Learn the best ways to gather resources in Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate, from Moga Woods to fishing and farming. Maximize your materials for crafting and survival!

Alright, let's talk about getting the stuff you need to survive and thrive in Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate. Resource gathering might not sound as exciting as taking down a Rathalos, but trust me, it's super important. You'll be doing a lot of it, so let's make sure you're doing it efficiently!

Moga Woods

Think of Moga Woods as your starter zone for gathering. It looks a lot like the Deserted Island you'll visit on quests, but there are some key differences:

• The monsters you find here change based on how far you've progressed in the game. As you get deeper into the story, bigger and tougher monsters will start showing up.
• When you defeat or capture monsters in Moga Woods, they drop resources. Smaller critters like Kelbi don't give much, but the bigger guys are where it's at. For example, taking down an Arzuros nets you 200 resources, a Qurupeco gives 400, and a Duramboros? That's a massive 1000 resources!
• There's a chance that monsters you take down here will give you unique trade commodities when you report back to Junior.
• Some gathering spots are exclusive to Moga Woods. The Felyne camp hidden in the caves has a bug-catching spot that almost always gives you a Carpenterbug. Plus, the Whetstone spot in Area 7 is always there, which is super handy for keeping your blades sharp.

Fishing

Once you get a bit further into the game, you'll unlock your fishing fleet. You start with one boat, but you can eventually have up to three. Sending these boats out costs resources, but they'll bring back fish and sometimes even treasure, depending on where you send them. To unlock more fishing spots, you'll need to buy special items from the Argosy Captain.

Farm

Seriously, use your farm. It's located east of the main port and is way more consistently useful than the fishing boats. You begin with just one Felyne farmer and a basic plot of land, but you can eventually have three farmers and upgrade your fields through village requests. Upgrading is a must because it increases the daily yield of items and lets you farm specific materials for longer periods. Your little Felyne helpers can harvest herbs, mushrooms, bugs, and honey.

So, what should you focus on farming? That's up to you, but here are some solid recommendations:

• Herb, Blue Mushroom, and Honey: These are cheap to produce and combine to make Mega Potions. Essential for any hunt!
• Blue Mushroom, Godbug, and Honey: Combine these to create Mega Nutrients, which give you a nice health boost.
• Dragon Toadstool: These aren't cheap, but they're crucial for crafting Max Potions when combined with Mega Nutrients. Max Potions fully heal you and boost your maximum health – a lifesaver!
• Toadstool/Parashroom/Sleep Herb: These can be combined with raw meat to create various trap foods.
• Sap Plant: This is a key ingredient for Bomb Casings. Just combine it with Stone or Iron Ore.
• Parashroom and Sleep Herb: Combine these two to make Tranquilizer, which is vital for crafting Tranq Bombs and Tranq Shots.

Don't underestimate the power of a well-stocked farm and a smart fishing fleet. Happy gathering!