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Hunters,

Read on to find out what’s happening during Season 11 Wave 1!

Season 11 kicks off on September 17th, alongside the MH Now 3rd Anniversary! Brachydios, Aurora Somnacanth, Riftborne Azure Rathalos, and Riftborne Aknosom all make their debut!

Our 3rd Anniversary celebration is packed with fun! Whether you’re a returning hunter, just starting your journey, or a seasoned veteran, we’ve prepared plenty of gifts and updates so everyone can jump in and enjoy the festivities from day one.

Enjoy a permanent Wander Orb effect throughout Season 11 Wave 1, with a 50% expanded access range!
For the entire duration of Season 11 Wave 1, your access range will be increased 50%! We’ll also be running a discount campaign for the Search for this Species Again feature during the same period.

• Reduced from 100 gems to 30 gems.

In addition, Riftcharged Paolumu will appear in the first Base Defense of Season 11! The featured weapons will be those forged from Brachydios, Azure Rathalos, and Aknosom materials. Get ready through the various events and prepare to take on the challenge!

For more information about Season 11, please see here.

Wave Schedule

Season 11 Wave 1

Wave period
Start: Sep. 17, 2026 (Thu) 12:00 a.m. (UTC)
End: Oct. 18, 2026 (Sun) 2:59 p.m. (UTC)

• Submitting exploration reports at exploration bases, as well as earning Exploration Emblems and Slaying Emblems, will also be possible from the start of the Wave.

Outbreak Target Monster
Riftborne Azure Rathalos (8★)

Outbreak Times
Oct. 2, 2026 (Fri) 6:00–6:59 p.m. (local)
Oct. 3, 2026 (Sat) 5:00–5:59 p.m. (local)
Oct. 4, 2026 (Sun) 5:00–5:59 p.m. (local)

• Sign-up roster opens Sep. 25, 2026 (Fri)

Outbreak Sign-Up Rewards
Exclusive hunter medal: Riftborne Azure Rathalos Outbreak Medal

Medal Conditions

• You must sign up to participate and slay at least 1 target monster at the base and during the time slot you signed up for.
• Awarded after the time slot ends.
• Medal is awarded only once per Wave.

Monster Outbreak Goal Rewards
Rewards vary based on your base’s level.

Conditions for Receiving Goal Rewards
Rewards can be obtained if the following conditions are met:

• Submit at least one exploration report at that exploration base between the start of the Wave and the end of the monster outbreak.
• Slay at least one target monster at that base.

Rewards can be earned each time the goal is achieved during an outbreak period. Rewards are granted after each time slot ends.
Even if the conditions are met at multiple exploration bases during the same time window, rewards can only be claimed from one exploration base.

Base Defense Active Period
Oct. 12, 2026 (Mon) – Oct. 18, 2026 (Sun) (local)

• Set to appear at certain times during this period.

Riftcharged Monster
Paolumu

• When challenging a riftcharged monster, using a featured defense weapon grants a Defense Points bonus.

For how to make use of featured defense weapons, see here.

MH Now 3rd Anniversary Prologue

Dates & Times

Period
Monday, September 14th, 2026, at 12:00 a.m. – Wednesday, September 16th, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (UTC)

A special event celebrating Monster Hunter Now’s 3rd Anniversary begins on September 14th! Watch for something special happening across the entire field at certain times during the event… Join the countdown to the 3rd Anniversary event, launching alongside Season 11!

Season 11 Wave 1 Event Lineup

MH Now 3rd Anniversary

Period
Thursday, September 17th, 2026, at 12:00 a.m. – Sunday, October 4th, 2026, at 2:59 p.m. (UTC)

Celebrate Monster Hunter Now’s 3rd Anniversary with a packed lineup of special events! Log in every day during the event to claim commemorative items, receive a grade 10 weapon, visit the limited-time Event Exchange Hub, and much more.

Here’s a look at some of the highlights!

Receive one grade 10 weapon from four element options!
Choose one weapon from: Rathalos (fire), Mizutsune (water), Zinogre (thunder), or Legiana (ice). Take on even the toughest monsters with a powerful new weapon!

Receive the Guardian Set!
You’ll also get Guardian Set armor! This set comes with all of its equipment skills unlocked from the start. Suit up in the full Guardian Set and head out on your next hunt!

Try out different equipment with new Rental Sets!
Want to try a new weapon type but not sure what to forge? With Rental Sets, you can borrow recommended equipment sets and take them into the hunt! Recommended equipment for taking on Brachydios, debuting in Season 11, will also be available, so be sure to give it a try!

Work together to reach the slaying goal in the Global Challenge!
Join forces with hunters around the world, hunt as many monsters as you can, and earn fantastic rewards!

Season 11 also begins on the same day! During the event, monsters introduced in Season 11, including Brachydios, Aurora Somnacanth, as well as new riftborne monsters Azure Rathalos and Aknosom, will appear more frequently. Forge and upgrade featured weapons from Brachydios, Azure Rathalos, and Aknosom materials!

Celebrate the 3rd Anniversary while getting a head start on Season 11! Stay tuned for more details.

3rd Anniversary Afterparty

Period
Monday, October 5th, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. – Sunday, October 11th, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (local time)

During this event, you’ll receive double the usual rewards from breaking monster parts! Break as many parts as you can to collect extra materials for forging and upgrading your equipment. Monsters whose materials are used for the weapon you can receive during the 3rd Anniversary are also expected to appear more frequently.

A brand-new driftstone will be introduced as well! Stay tuned for more details.

Upgrade Rush Quest

Period
Monday, October 12th, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. – Sunday, October 18th, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (local time)

Find more Brachydios and Azure Rathalos, and enjoy more slay rewards than usual. During the event, you’ll also have a chance to obtain materials like Shining Eggs!

Base Defense will also be happening at exploration bases during this period. Upgrade your equipment and take on the riftcharged monster!

Event-Exclusive Packs

Limited-time packs will be available from the in-game shop and Web Store.
Reissue layered equipment will also be for sale in the in-game shop!

Purchase New Limited-Time Layered Equipment

New limited-time layered equipment will be available in the in-game shop.

Sales Period

Thursday, September 17th, 2026, at 12:00 a.m. – Sunday, October 18th, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (UTC)

◆ Meowstro Pack

• Meowstro Layered Equipment
• Sticker × 2
• Pose × 1
• Background × 1
  • Comes in 5 parts: head, chest, arms, waist, and legs.

Limited-time reissue layered equipment will be available in the in-game shop.

Sales Period

Thursday, October 1st, 2026, at 12:00 a.m. – Saturday, October 31st, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (UTC)

What's Included

◆ Halloween Party A Outfit Pack

Halloween Party A Layered Equipment

• Comes in 5 parts: head, chest, arms, waist, and legs.
• Since this is reissued layered equipment, it cannot be purchased if you already own it.

◆ Halloween Party B Outfit Pack

Halloween Party B Layered Equipment

• Comes in 5 parts: head, chest, arms, waist, and legs.
• Since this is reissued layered equipment, it cannot be purchased if you already own it.

Other limited-time packs will also be for sale! Check the in-game shop and Web Store for more details once sales begin.

Packs avantageux disponibles ! Appuyez sur la bannière pour en savoir plus !

Additional Information

• You will need to have completed the prologue in order to participate in events.
• Driftsmelting can be unlocked by completing the pre-season story.
• Check the announcements for each event for more information.
• Event dates and details are subject to change without notice.

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