Walkthrough - Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin Guide

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updatedJul 19, 2021

IGN's Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin complete strategy guide and walkthrough will lead you through every step of Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin from the title screen to the final credits, including boss strategy and more.

Story Quests

Each of the Story Quests are listed below. Click on the names of each quest to be taken to a step-by-step guide on how to complete them.

Hakolo Island

Hakolo Island Monstie Eggs

Quest Name	Summary
Birth of a Rider	An ominous red light flashes on the night of the festival. The protector of the island, Guardian Ratha, disappears. What could be the cause of these strange events? Chief Gara orders the Riders of the village to look into it, and so you take your very first steps as a new Rider.
Looking Over the Overlook	After getting a Monstie of your own, you head into the forest as a fresh-faced Rider where you meet Navirou, a legendary Felyne hero who once saved the world... or so he claims. Becoming partners, you two head out to investigate Rider Overlook together.
Pona Grasslands Incident	With monsters now fighting over territory, there seems to be no end to the strange occurrences plaguing the island. Concerned about the terrible impact this could have upon the nature of the world, Chief Gara tasks you with heading to Pona Grasslands to find out more.
To the Everden	You prove yourself as a Rider by fending off a Yian Kut-Ku. Recognizing your bravery, Chief Gara includes you in the Guardian Ratha investigation. Now, the time has come for you to set foot in the Guardian Ratha Woods.
Poisonous Peril	A ferocious Anjanath suddenly appeared. Surprised by this turn of events, you hear of another monster acting strangely. Is this an ominous sign of things to come? You head to North Kamuna Forest in search of answers.
The Sealed Den	After the Anjanath, you encounter a Pukei-Pukei. Now that Guardian Ratha is gone, rampaging monsters terriroze the land. In order to uncover the truth behind these strange events, ou head to where it all began- the Guardian Ratha Woods.

Alcala

Alcala Monstie Eggs

Quest Name	Summary
Ena's Home	You decide to travel with Ena, the Wyverian girl, to protect the Razewing Ratha egg entrusted to her by Guardian Ratha. You set off to her home of Rutoh Village where your grandfather Red once forged strong bonds with the Wyverians living there.
In Red's Footsteps	The Wyverians of Rutoh look upon the Rathalos egg that you and Ena brought back with suspicion. For them, it is nothing but an ill omen. You must prove that you are capable of taking on the Rite of Channeling by heading into the forest where strange happenings have been reported.
An Invisible Enemy	Still deemed unsuitable for the Rite of Channeling, you now face a new challenge. You must head to Harzgai Rocky HIll to track down a monster that has been causing havoc there.
The Villager's Request	After completing numerous trials, you are finally granted permission to undergo the Rite of Channeling, a ritual that awakens the hidden power of Kinsihp. To further yourself as a Rider, you decide to help out at Wyverian who came to Zellard with a problem.
Find Those Children!	You return to Rutoh to find the villages panicked - some children ventured into the forest and have still not returned. The Wyverians fear that this is connected to the monster seen prowling around near the village. You rush into the forest to find the children.
A Stranger in Black	Returning the children to safety, you discover the identity of the monster responsible for scaring them. You take on a request to hunt down the mighty Nargacuga, and leave the village.
The Spark of Disaster	Strange occurrences continue to plague the forest even after you defeat the Nargacuga. A report that Alwin brings to Elder Maolo conjures up old memories of Red, and reminders of an awful past. As Red's grandchild, you must learn about that past somehow. Ena encourages you to head to Mt. Harzgai.
Wings of Ruin - Path of Hope	The long-awaited moment comes - the Rathalos egg hatches. However, baby Ratha's wings are small and weak. They are not wings befitting a future King of the Skies, but those of the destructive Razewing Ratha. You head off in search of a way to save Ratha from his cruel fate.

Loloska

Loloska Monstie Eggs

Quest Name	Summary
In the Name of Restoration	You travel to Kuan Village to find Ol' Dede, a Wyverian who may be able to help Ratha. The strange, light-filled pits have also been appearing near the village, which is currently under repair. You must enter Loloska Forest with Navirou's old friend, Avinia, to help her out.
Cave Dweller	You defeat the creepy forest inhabitant, Nerscylla. Returning to the village, you hear the plight of a merchant who faces going out of business. You must now help clear a cave of rocks that block the supply route to the village.
Soaring Bolt	Chief Daul requests more materials to complete the windmills, the finishing touch of Kuan's restoration. You head to Loloska Rocky Canyon for materials as the thought of happy villagers seeing the spinning windmills fills your mind.
Unseen Foe	The last parts needed to complete the windmills can be found in Jagged Rock Cave. However, anyone who attempts to enter the cave has been attacked by an unknown assailant, sowing fear among the villagers. With no time to give in to fear, you head into the cave.
Pit Probe	The light emerging from the pits is causing the monsters' strange behavior. The rage-ray phenomenon has spread father than Kuan, with stories of it happening all across the land. What could be the connection between the pits, the light, and the rage-rays? You head towards the pit to find out.
Ol' Dede's Words of Wisdom	Is the power slumbering in Ratha truly so ruinous? If it is, then what needs to be done about it? With a clouded head, you head to the last known location of Ol' Dede, but the rays of hope in your mind are overshadowed by a sneaking sense of dread...

Lamure

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Lamure - Lulucion Surrounding Area Monstie Eggs

Lamure - Pomore Garden Monstie Eggs

Quest Name	Summary
Proof of Strength	The awakened power of ruin can be controlled by the Power of Kinship! Your relief is short lived, however, as the Scriveners capture Ratha in their own attempt to prevent destruction. You begin to question whether you are truly fit to be a Rider.
Reverto, The Mentor	What is a Rider's true strength, and how does one prove it? Unable to answer Reverto's question about the Plesioth, you travel towards the Desert Cave. What does it mean to be a Hunter, or a Rider? What is their connection to monsters? No doubt the path you take will show you in due time.
To the Lab, at Once!	After fulfilling a request from the Guild, you return to Lulicion to retrieve Ratha. You learn that a monster is attacking a lab... And it turns out that's what Ratha is! Lilia takes a leap of faith and puts her trust in you, the only one able to control Ratha.
Rider Hinderance	Mysterious Riders block your way to the lab. While you're being held up, both Ena and Ratha are kidnapped. Who are these Riders, and what do they want with Ratha? Filled to the brim with questions, you chase after the sandships where Ena and Ratha are being held.
Ascending the Tower	Ena and Ratha are taken up the Lamure Tower. If the bond between you and Ratha is severed, the Wings of Ruin will take over - this cannot come to pass. Reverto tells a betrayed Kyle what he believes it means to be a Hunter before heading up to the top of the tower.
It's the Pits	Just when everything seems doomed, the Kinship between you and Ratha saves the day. His once-weak wings - said to hold the power of ruin - beat powerfully through the air, carrying you both to safety. Ena realizes that the time has come to take you to a certain place...
Protect the Hideout	After Ena tells you how Red died, you decide to uncover the truth he was searching for. While investigating the light, Navirou shares a touching reunion with Orgo, and offers his help when he finds out that Orgo's former village was destroyed by a pit, and now his new home is threatened by monsters!
A Complicated Compromise	Many Felynes have lost their home because of the pits. Orgo asks you to go investigate the one that destroyed his village. During your investigation, Kyle and Tsukino turn up. Unaware of the tensions between your two parties, Orgo insists you all work together.
Navirou's Memories	Orgo is injured during the Lagiacrus fight, forcing Navirou to use his hidden power. Unable to remember what pushed him and Orgo apart, Navirou seems troubled. A confused Kyle fails to understand the world that Ena speaks of. However, new reports bring everyone's focus back to the task at hand.

Terga

Terga Monstie Eggs

Quest Name	Summary
Chasing Legends	What is Razewing Ratha? What's causing the light from the pits, and why? With so many unanaswered questions, all Kyle can believe in now is the Power of Kinship between Rider and Monster. He accepts you as a friend and you head to a monument that depicts the Rathalos legend,
Death on the Prowl	Upon reaching Nua Tea, a village shrouded in secrecy, you are told of the location of the monument by the village elder, Yoomlana. A Nergigante appears as if in an attempt to prevent you from finding out the truth. For Ena, seeing this monster again brings up painful memories of Red's death.
A Worrying Sighting	Obsidian wings overflow with terrifying power - the power of ruin simply could not be controlled. The power of Kinship that was supposed to strengthen your bond with Ratha only caused more harm. How can you protect Ratha? With no clear answer in sight, you pursue the Nergigante in search of clues.
The Rise of Ruin	This whole time, you have simply been chasing Red's shadow. Cheval's words inspire a revelation - what can you do now, as a Rider? If you can find the answer to that, then maybe, just maybe, you can live up to Red's name.
Divebombing Disaster	The bringer of calamity's true identity is uncovered. A simple song connects with the legend the monument depicts - Razewing Ratha will swoop down from the sky in a blaze of fire to stop Oltura's rampage as it emerges from the earth. The truth has finally been revealed!
Before the Blues	The light radiating from the pits begins to change color, as if to signal the start of a terrible calamity. Red turns to purple, and soon that purple will change to blue. Events are unfolding exactly as the song from Nua Te foretold. You must act before the sky is painted blue.
The End is Nigh	The sky begins to lose its red hue and turn blue - a colour that fills the hears of all who gaze upon it with dread, an omen of the coming ruin. The source of the light is the Forbidden Grounds, located on Hakolo Island.
To the Beat of Wings	Guardian Ratha disappears into Oltura's light, and you are reunited with Red as his mission finally comes to an end. The sacrifice of Guardian Ratha awakens Oltura. This is the truth that Red had pursued for so long. You and Ratha surge forth for your final fight.
True Kinship - Ending Explained	You have defeated Oltura, thanks in part to the power held within Ratha's wings. The impossible was made possible by the bond you and Ratha forged, and by always striving to seek the truth. The time has come for a new tale to begin!

Post-Game

After reaching the credits, a few more Monsties will become available in Monster Dens and Rare Monster Dens, which you can see in the slideshow below. Some of these will begin spawning on Hakolo Island right before the final few fights as well, and are noted in the slideshow.

Endgame Only Monstie Eggs - MHS2

Additionally, a new area with levels of challenges will open on Hakolo Island, and Super Rare Dens with incredibly rare, powerful monsters will spawn. The Super Rare Dens are aptly named - they really are Super Rare, and the Monsties within them are not shown in the slideshow - they consist of Elder Dragons and deviant species.

Walkthrough - Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin Guide - IGN (2024)