There are a variety of colors and species of Monsters in Wisteria, and several ways you can begin collecting them. They each have a Trait which sums up their personalities and may have other benefits as you explore the world. Breeding is an essential part of monster collecting, as it is the only way you can obtain Hybrids. Acquiring and hatching eggs can be a rewarding experience as you interact with your hatchlings and watch them grow!
A dozen different species are currently available with fourteen different variations each. Many more will be added during the progression of the game and through updates after release. Let’s go over the different ways you can find and collect monsters!
Breeding - This is the only way to get hybrids, which are a rare variety of monster who exhibit features of both parents.
Finding Lost Eggs - During missions or while gathering resources, there’s a chance you may find an abandoned egg. You can get certain species from certain areas of the map.
Recruiting Wandering Monsters - During missions you may come across homeless monsters. It may be possible to convince them to join you, if you wish.
Rewards - An egg may be given to you as a reward if you complete difficult missions for different factions.
Shop - Eggs may be bought for cash or in-game currency through the shop.
The Trait of the monster is randomized as it’s created. Some of Traits are more uncommon than others, and a few are very rare. Here are a handful of examples listed from most common to uncommon.
Nurturing - Your monster loves hatchlings and eggs, and cares for them gingerly. Eggs seem to hatch a little faster when walking with him. Nurturing monsters have a knack for magic.
Vigilante - With a taste for justice, vigilante monsters are not afraid to punish the wicked. She is quite charismatic and enemies may be fearful of her.
Unlucky - Nothing seems to go right when this monster is around. It’s almost as if bandits can sense his weakness, as he is often their target. Well, at least he seems to gain experience faster.
Sleepy - This lethargic monster moves much slower than an the others. It takes longer for her to complete missions… if she has the energy for it.
When two monsters of the opposite sex occupy the same ranch, it is possible that they will want to use one of your nests. This will be indicated by the heart hovering above their heads. If you approve, they will take residence in a nest and lay an egg within a few days. As we mentioned earlier, this is the only way you can get hybrid monsters.
*an asterisk denotes a hybrid color or species.
Once you hatch an egg, you can name the hatchling and wait for it to grow. As with any monster, tapping on it in the ranch can lead to an interaction. However, during this time it cannot complete any tasks for you - it just needs to sleep. For several entire days. But it looks hella cute doing it.
*some details are subject to change until release.