Palico - creation and development of your cat companion Monster Hunter World Guide

Palico Guide can give you tips about your cat companion like leveling up Palico, training, Palico's creator and much more.

Last update: 29 January 2018

Palico is the cat that aids you during your hunts. Below, you can learn more about this curious creature:

1. Palico Creator. At the very beginning, you can customize the appearance of Palicio and chose its tone of purring.
2. Palico is very useful in combat. The cat is a good distraction, which often allows you to gain momentum. The cats aren't bad warriors either.
3. Weapons and armor. Just like the protagonist, Palicio has some unique weapons and armors - creating them requires less materials, so try not to forgive about you furry companion.

1. Gadgets. Palico can use many different gadgets that will make the combat a whole lot easier. Some gadgets will heal your hunter, while others will enhance Palico or allow it to stun enemies or put them to sleep.
2. Tailraiders. Palicio can also talk to Grimalkynes and some other creatures and convince them to aid you in hunting. Such an ally will only be with you for a limited amount of time.
3. Other players' Palicos. Once you trade a Guild Card with someone, Palicio may sometimes appear on the battlefield. Talk to it, and it may join you.
4. Training. When your Palico is on standby, they won't join the expedition, but they will get a share of your experience points, which obviously enhances their capabilities.
5. Equipment efficiency - The Palico also need time to get accustomed to their new gadgets. If your cat is always using the same equipment, they will use it more efficiently over time.

To sum up: if you're playing solo, you will surely appreciate Palico on the battlefield. They can distract the enemy, heal you or stun the enemy etc. They are invaluable on the battlefield and you should make sure their equipment matches yours.