Slaying monsters in *Monster Hunter Wilds* is thrilling, but to collect every monster part for crafting armor, you'll also need to master the art of trapping. This requires specific materials, particularly Trap Tools. Here's how you can obtain and effectively use Trap Tools in the game.
While *Monster Hunter Wilds* doesn't provide a direct tutorial on trapping monsters or acquiring Trap Tools, players familiar with the series will find the process intuitive.
To get your hands on Trap Tools, head to the Provisions Stockpiler NPC at your Base Camp. Engage with him and navigate through his inventory to locate the Trap Tools, which are priced at 200 Zenny each. It's wise to stock up on these, especially if you're planning to farm specific monsters or aim to capture every type of monster in the game.
Keep in mind, Trap Tools are exclusively available for purchase at the Base Camp and cannot be scavenged in the wild like other resources.
Once you've acquired your Trap Tools, it's time to deploy them strategically. You can combine a Trap Tool with a Net (crafted from Spiderweb or Ivy) to create a Pitfall Trap, or pair it with a Thunderbug Capacitor for a Shock Trap.
Both types of traps are effective, but remember that some monsters have resistances. For example, using a Shock Trap on Rey Dau, a lightning dragon, would be futile since it's immune to electric shocks. In such cases, opt for the Pitfall Trap instead.
Also, note that you can only carry one Trap item at a time, so timing is crucial—deploy your trap when the monster is weakened for the best results.
That's the complete guide on how to get and use Trap Tools in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and detailed information on the game, make sure to check out The Escapist.