New World (Monster Hunter)

The New World is a large continent in Monster Hunter World.

Geography of the New World
The New world consists of 13 locations, listed here.

Settlements
The only settlements in the New World are Astera and the Research Base. Astera is the base of the Research commision, and the Research Base is the base of many scholars. Astera's 3 tiers of elevation have seprate roles. The Tradeyard (tier 1) has a stockpile for hunters to buy from, An Ancient Tree to culitivate plants, A head scholars base to learn from, and your room and meeting table here. The second tier contains a Workshop to craft items. Tier 3 has a canteen for food (which powers you up for quests) ,which is served here. A Gathering hub is also acessible from Astera.

Hunting locations
The Ancient forest, Wildspire waste, Coral Highlands, Rotten vale, and Elders Recess are hunting locations where quests take place. Expeditions (hunter free play) also happen here.

Bonus locales
The Great Ravine, Everstream, Confluence of Fates, and The Caverns of El Dorado are limited time locations avalible during certain conditions. The Special Arena and Arena are for special challenges open for a limited time.