In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, simply forging new armor sets may not always be the best strategy. Upgrading your existing armor with Armor Spheres can be a more effective way to tackle the increasingly challenging monsters you'll face. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to obtain and utilize Armor Spheres to keep your gear in top shape.
In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, Armor Spheres are primarily awarded as quest rewards. You'll start receiving them after defeating Uth Duna for the first time. From that point forward, both main and optional quests will offer Armor Spheres as part of their rewards.
To see what rewards you can earn, select a quest from your journal and press the R1 button to view the rewards list. Upon successfully completing a hunt, you'll receive your rewards on the results screen. This makes Armor Spheres relatively easy to farm. By playing through the main story and completing optional quests diligently, you'll accumulate a substantial number of these valuable resources.
Armor Spheres are crucial for upgrading your armor pieces. When you're back at base camp, talk to Gemma the smithy and opt to either forge or upgrade your armor. Choose a piece of gear you've already crafted, then press R1 to switch to the Upgrade tab. Select the item you wish to enhance, and you'll need to spend Armor Spheres along with some Zenny. Keep in mind that the cost to upgrade increases with each subsequent level.
That's your complete guide on how to get and use Armor Spheres in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and detailed information on the game, be sure to check out The Escapist.