Wildspire Waste

Wildspire Waste 大蟻塚の荒地
Game Appearances	MHW
Habitat Type	Deserts
Number of Areas	15
Apex Predator	None

The Wildspire Waste is a locale introduced in, and exclusive to, Monster Hunter: World.

It is the second locale the player has access to, and is characterized by an arid, hot environment.
Monsters such as Barroth and Diablos can be found here.

Description

The Wildspire Waste consists of a vast desert area broken up by a small forest in the west and a marsh in the southeast. It is located east of the Ancient Forest, and borders both on it and Astera. The main landmarks of this locale are the Wildspires, massive anthills constructed by Carrier Ants.The locale is quite flat, with few drastic changes in elevation. Both the small forest and the marsh found in the Wildspire Waste are themselves vestiges of the Ancient Forest, the former being the furthest growths of greenery to originate from the forest, while the latter is formed by the water that originates in the Ancient Tree's water reservoir. In the northeast stands the largest Wildspire, which is home to two species of insects: The Carrier Ants that constructed it, and the parasitic Flashflies which glow at night in order to persuade the ants to feed their larvae. This locale has been compared to an ancient temple in terms of structure and atmosphere.

Area 1: The Rock-face Wasteland

The southwestern corner of the locale is called the Wasteland of Rock Faces. This area is a small valley nestled between the rocky walls of the canyon. Kelbi and Apceros can be found prancing around. In the north of the area, a waterfall originating in the Ancient Forest creates a small, green pond.

In the furthest southwestern corner, one finds the road to Astera, signalled by a wooden Gate. Immediately north of that gate sits the Wildspire Waste Southwest Camp (1), the base camp of the locale. Both a rocky slope in the southwest and a waterstream in the northwest lead to the adjacent Area 4. By the waterfall pond, one can either go through the pond and enter Area 2 or take the rocky pathway immediately in front of the pond to venture into the higher level of Area 5.

Area 2: The Silent Forest

In the east of the locale stands the Silent Forest, the last vestige of the Ancient Forest. This shaded forest area is partially waterlogged, creating a very different environment compared to the rest of the Waste. Bushes and dense vegetation spring up wherever light penetrates through the tree tops, leaving the rest of the floor somewhat bare. Mushrooms and Herbs that are otherwise rare in the locale grow freely in this area. Rathian and Pink Rathian are known to pass through here often.

From here, one can enter Areas 1, 3, 5 and 6, which are all accessible through narrow pathways.

Area 3: The Poison Forest

In this area, the ground changes color, being much browner and more in line with the Wildspire Waste's general look. Poisoncups grow here, and can be used to envenomate man and monster alike. This is the only place in the Wildspire Waste where Toadstools can be found. Sometimes, Gajalaka, as well as Mosswine gather here.

This Area connects to Area 2 through two separate paths, on different elevations. It also allows access to the open Area 6.

Area 4: The Shallow Marsh

In the central south of the locale, one enters the large swamp that defines the southern half of the Wildspire Waste. This Area comprises the marsh' shallow beginnings, forming through a stream entering the zone in the northwest. Pink watergrass sways in the breeze, and numerous monsters are known to come here to drink. The shallower areas are full of Paratoads. In a small rock clearing on the southern edge of the water, under a large stone arch inscribed with ancient text, one can find the nesting grounds of the Apceros.

This Area seamlessly transitions into Area 9, and also offers paths to Areas 1 and 5.

Area 5: The Minor Valley Corridor

This thin wedge cuts through a massive rock wall and connects the north and south of the Wildspire Waste. High stone faces encircle it tightly, and a small hole, just large enough to crawl through, allows entry to a small cave where Mosswine often hide. Across the entire corridor, Kestodon stake their claim to it as their territory.

The main corridor connects Areas 4, 6 and 7. Through the small cave, Area 1 can also be reached.

Special Area: The Vantage Point

Accessible from Areas 1 and 2, this place hangs above Area 5 and is counted as part of it. It is made up of a rocky tunnel carved into a canyon wall. A set of vine walls allows travelers to ascend to the top of the rock structure. Here, various cacti can be gathered, and numerous birds make their nest here. It is also a perfect spot to oversee the entire Wildspire Waste from.

Area 6: The Ledge-filled Wasteland

In the central north of the waste lies a massive open field called the Wasteland of Ledges. As the name suggests, this area is characterized by numerous ledges and plateaus that create distinct variations in elevation - perfect for mounting Monsters. Both Apceros and Kestodon inhabit this area. In the north, a shaded cove is often used as a nesting ground for Kulu-Ya-Ku. The area is also littered with Cactus Patches, and hungry Diablos will often come here to snack on them.

In a small clearing, hidden away behind a rocky wall, sits the Wildspire Waste Central Camp (6), which is built right next to a small pond. This entire Area is a central intersection of the region, and connects Areas 2, 3, 5, 7 and 8 through various pathways. A slope in the north even allows access to the subterranean Area 13.

Area 7: The Major Valley Corridor

This is the second corridor that connects the north and south halves of the locale, and arguably the more major one. Wide rocky paths, lined with numerous Mining Nodes, create a vital intersection that is used by a variety of native Monsters. Cactuar and Gajalaka can sometimes be found here.

Through the main paths, this zone connects to Areas 5, 6, 8 and 9. Additionally, a hole in the eastern wall of the Area allows access to Area 11.

Area 8: The Wildspire Sanctum

In the northeast of the waste, one finds the main field of the locale: A wide, open desert zone interrupted only by the locales eponymous Wildspires. Noios can often be seen loitering around the area, and agitating them will cause them to scream - which can cause a Diablos to burst out from the sands, if one is unlucky.

Various pathways connect this field to Areas 6, 7 and 12. A slope in the northeast allows access to Area 13, and is often used by Diablos. Additionally, a small hole in the north, at the foot of the largest Wildspire, allows one to drop down into Area 15.

Area 9: The Boggy Marsh

This area forms the continuation of the southern swamp. Here, the water gets deeper, and Gajau can be seen swimming around. In the south, a small stream diverges from the swamp and forms a muddy pond. Vespoids buzz above the surface, and Barroth retreats here to sleep submerged in mud.

This Area seamlessly connects to Areas 4 and 10, and is additionally accessible through one of the paths from Area 7.

Area 10: The Muddy Swamp

Through a series of segmented streams and small waterfalls, the swamp transitions into its lowest, deepest point, which forms this Area. Here, the swamp borders onto the open sea, and many Gajau make their home here. This is the only place in the New World where the Jyuratodus can be found.

This zone connects to Areas 9 and 11, the latter of which is accessible both via a land path and a dive path.

Area 11: The Limestone Cave

In the west of the locale one finds the Limestone Cave, a small network of caverns characterized by numerous stalactites and stalagmites. An upper path within the cave simply coils from the lower levels of the locale up to the northeast. Meanwhile, a lower section of the cave holds numerous small rooms, where various endemic creatures live. The two elevations are connected via a Vine Wall.

The lower section of the cave houses the Wildspire Waste Eastern Camp (11). The Area connects to Areas 10 and 8, and a small hole in the western wall of the Area allows passage to Area 7.

Monsters

Small Monsters

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  Apceros

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  Boaboa

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  Gajalaka

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  Gajau

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  Kelbi

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  Kestodon

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  Mernos

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  Mosswine

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  Noios

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  Vespoid

Large Monsters

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  Anjanath

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  Fulgur Anjanath

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  Banbaro

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  Barroth

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  Bazelgeuse

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  Deviljho

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  Savage Deviljho

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  Diablos

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  Black Diablos

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  Ebony Odogaron

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  Glavenus

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  Jyuratodus

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  Kulu-Ya-Ku

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  Lunastra

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  Teostra

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  Nergigante

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  Ruiner Nergigante

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  Nightshade Paolumu

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  Pukei-Pukei

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  Rajang

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  Rathian

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  Pink Rathian

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  Tigrex

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  Velkhana

Game Data

Gathering

Items that can be gathered by hand while moving. Note that in Monster Hunter: World, these spots do not have a % chance to drop various items. They will always give the player the same item every time. They also are not affected by which Rank (Low, High or Master) the locale is visited at.

Item	Areas
Herb	1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 14, 15
Honey	4, 5, 6, 10, 15
Antidote Herb	2, 5, 7, 11
Fire Herb	1, 4
Ivy	5
Sleep Herb	4, 9
Flowfern	1
Nulberry	10
Needleberry	1, 4, 6, 7, 8
Latchberry	1, 2, 4, 9, 10, 11
Slashberry	6, 8, 15
Bomberry	11
Might Seed	2, 10, 15
Smokenut	3
Flamenut	1, 8, 11, 13
Blastnut	7, 11, 13
Blue Mushroom	2, 5
Toadstool	3
Parashroom	1, 5
Nitroshroom	6
Exciteshroom	10
Mandragora	11
Bitterbug	1, 5, 11, 13
Flashbug	5
Thunderbug	8
Godbug	4, 7, 15
Baitbug	11
Spiderweb	5, 11

Mining

Items that are mined from either Blue or Red Mining Outcrops. Note that Mining Spots will drop various items at set % chances. Which specific items are available is also affected by the Rank (Low, High or Master) that the locale is visited at. Drops are also affected by the games Upsurge mechanic, wherein maps will have altered drop chances (usually favoring rare items) for certain resources during Upsurge events.

Blue Mining Outcrop
Item	Rank	% Chance	% Chance with Upsurge
Iron Ore	Low	50%	34%
Earth Crystal	Low	34%	41%
Machalite Ore	Low	13%	18%
Lightcrystal	Low	3%	7%
Earth Crystal	High	41%	-
Earth Crystal x2	High	-	30%
Machalite Ore	High	23%	-
Machalite Ore x2	High	-	18%
Lightcrystal	High	12%	15%
Novacrystal	High	3%	7%
Carbalite Ore	High	21%	30%
Eltalite Ore	Master	60%	53%
Meldspar Ore	Master	22%	22%
Novacrystal	Master	13%	18%
Purecrystal	Master	5%	7%

Red Mining Outcrop
Item	Rank	% Chance	% Chance with Upsurge
Earth Crystal	Low	100%	100%
Dragonite Ore	High	50%	33%
Dragonvein Crystal	High	34%	41%
Spiritcore Ore	High	13%	21%
Novacrystal	High	3%	7%
Spiritvein Crystal	Master	45%	45%
Dragonvein Shard	Master	44%	-
Dragonvein Coal	Master	-	38%
Dreamcore Ore	Master	8%	12%
Dragoncore Ore	Master	3%	5%

Bonepile

Items that are found in Bonepiles. Note that Bonepiles will drop various items at set % chances. Which specific items are available is also affected by the Rank (Low, High or Master) that the locale is visited at. Drops are also affected by the games Upsurge mechanic, wherein maps will have altered drop chances (usually favoring rare items) for certain resources during Upsurge events.

Item	Rank	% Chance	% Chance with Upsurge
Monster Bone S	Low	80%	50%
Monster Bone S x2	Low	-	20%
Boulder Bone	Low	20%	30%
Monster Bone S	High	45%	-
Monster Bone S x2	High	-	23%
Boulder Bone	High	20%	30%
Quality Bone	High	30%	40%
Dragonbone Relic	High	5%	7%
Thick Bone	Master	72%	52%
Thick Bone x2	Master	-	18%
Boulder Bone	Master	25%	25%
Dragonbone Artifact	Master	3%	5%

Account Items

These items reward resource points and are found in special spots across the map. Which specific items are available is also affected by the Rank (Low, High or Master) that the locale is visited at. Drops are also affected by the games Upsurge mechanic, wherein maps will have altered drop chances (usually favoring rare items) for certain resources during Upsurge events. Additionally, their drops are changed during their respective Flourishing state.

Round Cactus Spot
Item	Rank	% Chance	% Chance with Upsurge
Bauble Cactus	Low	80%	60%
Jewel Cactus	Low	20%	40%
Bauble Cactus	High	65%	55%
Jewel Cactus	High	30%	38%
Kingly Cactus	High	5%	7%
Bauble Cactus	Master	55%	44%
Jewel Cactus	Master	35%	42%
Kingly Cactus	Master	10%	14%
Dragonbloom *	All	100%	100%

Tough-skinned Fruit Spot
Item	Rank	% Chance	% Chance with Upsurge
Hardfruit	Low	80%	60%
Rockfruit	Low	20%	40%
Hardfruit	High	65%	55%
Rockfruit	High	30%	38%
Wildfruit	High	5%	7%
Hardfruit	Master	55%	44%
Rockfruit	Master	35%	42%
Wildfruit	Master	10%	14%
Divine Apple *	All	100%	100%

Items marked with * are only available when the map displays the Flourishing state

Notes

• It is theorized that the reason the Wildspire Waste even exists is that in this area, changes in vertical density and thickness within the New World landmass have extended the distance between the surface and the life-giving Everstream below, causing a shortage of Bioenergy which lead to the creation of a desert wasteland.

See Also

• Monster Hunter: World
• Astera
• Ancient Forest
• Coral Highlands
• Rotten Vale
• Elders Recess
• Hoarfrost Reach
• Guiding Lands