Monster Hunter Stories 2: Monstie Hatching and Egg Guide
Egg Locations
Finding specific Monsties can be challenging, requiring extensive exploration. Understanding the distribution of eggs across various locations is key. Different regions house different Monstie eggs; some are easier to obtain than others. Knowing which regions contain specific Monstie types is essential for focused searching.
The following table provides a general guide to egg locations, categorized by region and rarity level.
| Location | Areas | Early-Game Monsties | Late-Game Monsties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hakolo Island | Guardian Ratha Woods, Mahana Village, etc. | Aptonoth, Yian Kut-Ku, etc. | Azure Rathalos, Seregios, etc. |
| Alcala Highlands | Rutoh Village, Alcala Valley, etc. | Basarios, Arzuros, etc. | Grimclaw Tigrex, Kushala Daora, etc. |
| Loloska | Kuan Village, Lavina Hot Spring, etc. | Congalala, Zamtrios, etc. | Glacial Agnaktor, Barioth, etc. |
| Lamure | Lulucion, Felyn Shelter, etc. | Cephadrome, Daimyo Hermitaur, etc. | Nergigante, Bloodbath Diablos, etc. |
| Terga | Nua Te Village, Lake of Flames, etc. | Astalos, Brachydios, etc. | Nergigante, Dreadqueen Rathian, etc. |
Note: This is a simplified overview. Specific locations within each region may yield different Monstie eggs. Not all Monsties listed can be hatched.
Getting Egged On: How to Get Monstie Eggs
Obtaining Monstie eggs involves a bit of strategy. The most common method is to infiltrate Monster Dens. These randomly generated locations are crucial for finding eggs.
- Locate Monster Dens: Scattered throughout the game’s map.
- Enter the Den: Be cautious, as Monstie mothers protect their eggs.
- Secure the Egg: Quickly gather your desired egg, and escape swiftly.
The number of eggs within a den varies, and rare eggs might be found in so-called “Rare Monster Dens.” These dens are easily identifiable by their golden coloring versus the normal grey-toned dens.
The Impact of An Egg’s Smell and Weight
Egg quality significantly influences the potential of the resulting Monstie. Smell and weight classifications impact gene quality and quantity.
- Smell: Ranges from Normal to “This Reeks!” A stronger smell generally leads to better genes.
- Weight: Ranges from Light to Heavy. Heavier eggs often produce Monsties with desirable attributes.
Eggs with a “strong” smell and “heavy” weight are the most likely to yield powerful Monsties. Understanding these characteristics helps focus your egg-gathering efforts toward breeding successful Monsties.
Final Thoughts
The pursuit of Monstie eggs in Monster Hunter Stories 2 is an engaging aspect of the game. It’s also important to remember that Monstie gene management becomes especially relevant as the game progresses. The “Rite of Channeling” allows for gene mixing, improving your Monsties’ capabilities in PvP and other challenging encounters.
Capcom’s continued support for the game suggests that future updates and additions to the game’s Monstie roster are a possibility. New, powerful Monsties are likely to emerge, adding to the exciting possibilities of egg collecting.
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