MH Stories 3 Walkthrough — Complete Story Guide (All Acts & Chapters)
This MH Stories 3 walkthrough guides you through the entire story of Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection. Whether you need a high-level overview or chapter-by-chapter guidance, our complete MH Stories 3 walkthrough covers every act from Azuria to the Sancrosanctum. Use the links below to jump to detailed Act 1 and Act 2 walkthroughs.
Story Overview
In this MH Stories 3 walkthrough, you play as the prince or princess of Azuria, heir to the throne of a kingdom caught between tradition and crisis. The Crystal Encroachment—a mysterious ecological catastrophe—threatens the lands, corrupting monsters into Feral beasts and destabilizing the natural order. Diplomatic tensions simmer between Azuria and the rival kingdom of Vermeil, adding political intrigue to your journey. As you progress through the MH Stories 3 walkthrough, the mystery of the Sancrosanctum and the ancient covenant with the Wyverians becomes central to understanding how to stop the encroachment.
Feral monsters, corrupted by the Crystal Encroachment, pose a constant threat. Unlike normal monsties, Ferals cannot be bonded and must be defeated in combat. Your MH Stories 3 walkthrough will take you across multiple regions as you uncover the truth behind the encroachment and forge alliances to save both kingdoms. The Sancrosanctum—a sacred site tied to Wyverian history—holds answers that could end the crisis, but reaching it requires overcoming political barriers, ecological devastation, and powerful corrupted foes. This MH Stories 3 walkthrough will help you navigate every twist and turn.
New players should pair this MH Stories 3 walkthrough with our beginner's guide to understand combat, egg hunting, and the gene system before diving into the story.
Act 1 — Azuria (Chapters 1–10)
The first act of our MH Stories 3 walkthrough takes place entirely in the kingdom of Azuria. Chapter 1: The Prince/Princess of Azuria introduces character creation, your first monstie Ratha, and the basics of combat. Chapters 2–4 cover exploring Sunpetal Plains, learning combat mechanics, and your first egg hunts. Chapter 5: The Princess of Vermeil introduces Princess Eleanor as a voluntary hostage and party member, adding political depth to the MH Stories 3 walkthrough.
Chapter 6: Endangered Species unlocks Habitat Restoration—a key mechanic for discovering new monsties. Chapters 7–9 take you through Blightstone Woods and Mirror Lake as the Crystal threat escalates. Chapter 10: The Northern Meridian serves as the climax of Act 1, with a major boss fight and story revelation. For a detailed chapter-by-chapter MH Stories 3 walkthrough of Act 1, see our Act 1 walkthrough.
| Chapter | Summary |
|---|---|
| 1 | Character creation, meet Ratha, basic combat tutorial |
| 2–4 | Sunpetal Plains, egg hunts, combat training |
| 5 | Princess Eleanor joins, political intrigue |
| 6 | Habitat Restoration unlocked, first Feral Monster |
| 7–9 | Blightstone Woods, Mirror Lake, Crystal threat |
| 10 | The Northern Meridian — Act 1 climax |
Act 2 — Cataracts & Canalta (Chapter 11+)
Act 2 of the MH Stories 3 walkthrough begins with Chapter 11: Forbidden Ground. You enter Canalta Timberland—a lush jungle beyond the Northern Meridian that has remained untouched for 200 years. New monsters, new regions, and deeper story revelations await. The covenant debate with the Wyverians intensifies as you explore forbidden territory. Our Act 2 walkthrough provides detailed guidance for this section of the MH Stories 3 walkthrough.
Canalta introduces powerful new monsties like Zinogre, Nargacuga, Deviljho, Gore Magala, Gammoth, Nerscylla, and Yian Garuga. The MH Stories 3 walkthrough through Act 2 requires stronger teams and upgraded gear. Check our combat guide and beginner's guide for tips on surviving the tougher encounters.
Act 3 and Beyond — Tarkuan & Serathis
The later acts of the MH Stories 3 walkthrough take you to the Tarkuan and Serathis regions. Story developments deepen as you uncover the full scope of the Crystal Encroachment and the role of the Sancrosanctum. The final act of the MH Stories 3 walkthrough culminates in a journey to the Sancrosanctum, where you face Aenshin—the ultimate challenge of the story. Prepare with our final boss guide before the climactic battle.
Throughout the MH Stories 3 walkthrough, side quests, collectibles, and optional content enrich the experience. Use our guides hub to find tips on monsties, genes, eggs, and combat as you progress through each act.
Quick Reference — Act Summary
Act 1 (Ch. 1–10): Azuria, Ratha, Eleanor, Habitat Restoration, Northern Meridian climax.
Act 2 (Ch. 11+): Canalta Timberland, new monsties, covenant revelations.
Act 3+: Tarkuan, Serathis, Sancrosanctum, Aenshin.
Bookmark this MH Stories 3 walkthrough and return as you progress. For chapter-specific tips, recommended levels, and collectibles, use our dedicated Act 1 and Act 2 walkthrough pages.