How to Get the Sakura Armor Set in Monster Hunter World

by enricofairme · Published May 4, 2018 7:18 PM · Updated February 21, 2025 5:16 PM

If you’re a fan of Street Fighter V and Monster Hunter World, you’re in for a treat. The Sakura Armor Set is now available as part of the ongoing collaboration between these two iconic games. By completing the “Empress in Full Bloom” challenge, you can earn the set. This challenge runs until May 17th, so make sure to complete it before the deadline! Here’s everything you need to know to get the Sakura Armor Set.

1. Accept the “Empress in Full Bloom” Challenge

To start, you’ll need to visit the Gathering Hub in Monster Hunter World. Speak to the Arena Lass to access the new challenge missions. Once you’re at the Arena Lass, select the “Challenges” tab, then scroll over to the “Empress in Full Bloom” challenge. This series of challenges is focused on defeating a Pink Rathian in the Arena.

2. Challenge Details

Street Fighter V arena challenge details. — The challenge information screen.

The challenge will pit you against a Pink Rathian, and you’ll need to complete it under specific conditions:

Target Monster: Pink Rathian
Required Hunter Rank: 12 or higher
Failure Conditions: Time expires or fainting 9 times

Once you’re in the Arena, you’ll face off against the Pink Rathian. It’s a fairly straightforward challenge, and as long as you’re prepared, you should have no trouble defeating it. The Arena is a controlled environment, meaning you’ll have multiple opportunities to faint, so don’t stress too much about the time limit or fainting.

3. Complete the Challenge to Earn SFV Tickets II

SFV Ticket II tickets earned. — Completing the challenge will earn you SFV Ticket II. These are needed to create the Sakura Armor Set.

After successfully defeating the Pink Rathian, you’ll receive SFV Tickets II, which are required to craft the Sakura Armor Set. Here’s how the ticket payout works based on your performance:

A Rank: 3 Tickets
B Rank: 2 Tickets
C Rank: 1 Ticket

You’ll need to earn a total of 4 SFV Tickets II to craft the full Sakura Armor Set, so plan to complete the challenge several times.

Tips

Weapon Loadout: Since the challenge is in the Arena, you’ll be limited to pre-selected gear. However, it’s important to choose a weapon you’re comfortable with, as this will help you defeat the Pink Rathian more efficiently.
Stock Up on Items: Make sure you bring along some healing items and buffs to increase your survivability. It’s also a good idea to bring traps and other useful items in case you need to control the Pink Rathian’s movements.
Repeat the Challenge: If you’re aiming to complete the challenge multiple times for extra tickets or just want to refine your strategy, you can replay it as many times as you’d like.

4. Craft the Sakura Armor Set

Once you’ve collected the necessary SFV Tickets II, head over to the Smithy in Astera to craft the Sakura Armor Set. Follow these steps:

Visit the Smithy and select Forge Equipment.
Choose the Full Armor Set option.
Select the Sakura Armor Set.

You’ll need the following materials to craft the full set:

SFV Ticket II (x4)
Hunter King Coin (x4)
Rathian Coin (x4)
Pink Rathian Scale+ (x6)

Once you have all the required materials, you can craft the Sakura Armor Set and equip it. Note that this set is a full armor set, so you’ll need to equip all the pieces together.

And that’s how you can earn the Sakura Armor Set in Monster Hunter World! The Empress in Full Bloom challenge offers a fun and rewarding experience, so be sure to take on the Pink Rathian and craft your set before the event ends on May 17th.

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