The final challenge in Monster Hunter Wilds is Zoh Shia, a gigantic creature adorned with crystals that draws energy from the Dragontorch. Unlike other significant monsters in the game, once you defeat it in the main storyline, you can’t face it again, which means there are no armor or weapon rewards to grind for afterward.
This changes with Title Update 1, which introduces an extra quest titled A First Cry. This new quest features High Rank Zoh Shia, offering a chance to take it down once more. Defeating this beast will grant you access to fresh materials that can be used to craft armor and weapons inspired by Zoh Shia.
Talk to Werner
Your quest starts when you talk to Werner in Suja. He’ll let you know that Zoh Shia is still on the loose, and it’s your mission to investigate the situation by returning to the Dragontorch.
Alma will encourage you to prepare yourself before heading out, so you will have time to equip the necessary armor and items. Don’t forget to prepare a meal, as High Rank Zoh Shia poses a greater challenge than its Low Rank form, so you’ll want to have the best advantage possible.
When you’re set to embark, speak to Alma, and you’ll be transported to the boss fight.
Zoh Shia Boss Fight
The encounter against High Rank Zoh Shia will feel familiar if you faced the final boss. Remember to dodge its area attacks, which are typically well-telegraphed through its movements and the markings left on the ground. It has a weakness to the Dragon element, so make sure to equip weaponry that utilizes this attribute.
During the fight, Zoh Shia will spawn Wylkrystals, which it will aim at to deal damage. You can neutralize these crystals by shooting them with elemental Slinger ammo found around the arena before they are targeted.
After you defeat the monster, you’ll see another cutscene where Erik reveals that Zoh Shia can self-revive through a process similar to asexual reproduction, hinting that you’ll likely encounter it again. The quest then concludes, and you’ll receive your Guild Points and progress in your Hunter Rank.
You have now unlocked High Rank Zoh Shia hunts. However, as of Title Update 1, there are no additional optional quests available for easier farming. You can keep an eye out for Zoh Shia investigations whenever they appear in the Ruins of Wyveria.
Zoh Shia High Rank Drops
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High Rank Drops |
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Zoh Shia Stakeclaw |
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Blackember Mass |
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Zoh Shia Crystalhorn |
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Zoh Shia Crystaltail |
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Guardian Blood+ |
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Zoh Shia Crystalscale |
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Zoh Shia Layershell |
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Zoh Shia Certificate S |
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Faux Whitegleam Orb |
