Forbidden Ground Guide
Forbidden Ground Quest Summary
Chapter Two: Cataracts
The Rangers are shocked to find that the Crystal Encroachment has spread even past the Northern Meridian.
They then slay a Somnacanth to rescue a Hunter named Corbin and his Palico PK, who mention a village deep in the forbidden ground.
Bewildered by the news, the party decides to search for the village with their new friends.
Forbidden Ground Walkthrough
[1] Survey the Place and Set up a Camp.
The Rangers arrive at the Canalta Timberland, a Forbidden Land, after crossing the Meridian.
| Point of Interest | Image | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Backwoods Catavan Stand |  | Starting from where they land, the Captain can use a Catavan Stand nearby. |
Keep following the path until the Rangers discover that the Crystal Encroachment reached this region as well.
Their investigation was disturbed after hearing a loud scream. Quickly go there to search the area!
| Point of Interest | Image | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Cataracts Catavan Stand |  | There's another Catavan Stand before reaching the next marked location. |
[2] Defeat the Feral Somnacanth.
While the group approaches the unconscious man, an unfamiliar monster appears!
A hiding Felyne identifies the creature as a Somnacanth and warns them to prepare for battle.
| Details | Feral Somnacanth |
|---|---|
| Attack Type | Normal: Technical Enraged: Speed |
| Weaknesses | Ice, Fire |
| Recommended Battle Ally | Gaul / Kora |
Be careful for its Sleep Powder Spray Skill, since it can mess up the team's strategy by knocking Characters or Monsties out.
[3] Talk to Corbin and PK.
Once the coast is clear, the Rangers are able to build their new Campsite.
They also get to meet the enthusiastic duo, Corbin and PK.
These adventurers mention that they plan to visit a nearby village in the area. Ogden suggests that the Rangers should also take a look.
Together, they set off to find the village for the "Transgressors" Quest.
