Optional Quests in Monster Hunter Wilds are non-essential tasks that provide valuable opportunities for farming materials and other resources. These quests become available as you progress through the main story, tied to Assignments, and can also be unlocked by speaking with NPCs marked with a quest icon. Completing Optional Quests adds depth and rewards, allowing you to upgrade your equipment.
Village Requests & Optional Quests Overview
Optional Quests are crucial for resource gathering and equipment upgrades. They can be completed multiple times, making them an excellent way to farm necessary items. The availability of these quests is linked to your progression in the main story and interactions with NPCs.
- Unlocking Quests:
- Progress through main story Assignments.
- Speak with NPCs displaying a quest icon.
- Benefits:
- Farm materials and resources.
- Upgrade equipment.
- Receive special nameplates for completing high-difficulty optional quests.
High-Difficulty Optional Quests
New high-difficulty optional quests are available for experienced hunters. Completing these challenging quests rewards players with special nameplates, showcasing their skill and dedication. Hunting Exercises are also offered, allowing players to test their strength and refine their hunting techniques without the pressure of a full quest.
Accessing Quests
Quests can be accessed via the quest counter, located at your tent, or by speaking to your handler, Alma. Before heading to the Scarlet Forest to investigate the Doshaguma in the "To the Forest" mission, you are prompted to undertake field surveys or optional quests to gather materials and upgrade your gear.
Example Optional Quests
| Quest Name | Difficulty | Possible Rewards | Objective | Related Monster | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proof of a Hero | ★10 | Slay all target monsters | Wounded Hollow | ||
| Tango of Lives Ablaze | ★9 | Ajarakan materials, Rathalos materials, Nu Udra materials | Slay all target monsters | Tempered Ajarakan, Tempered Rathalos, Tempered Nu Udra | Oilwell Basin |