Unleash Your Palico’s Potential: A Deep Dive into Tailraider Unity in Monster Hunter World
Want to maximize your Palico’s effectiveness in Monster Hunter World? A key element is Tailraider Unity, a system that enhances your Palico’s bond with the various Lynian tribes and small monsters of the world. Understanding and leveling up this unity is essential for unlocking powerful abilities and creating a truly synergistic hunting experience.
So, how do you increase Tailraider Unity? The answer is straightforward: Bring a Tailraider from a specific Lynian Tribe or small monster group with you on hunts and expeditions. Hunting monsters, especially large ones, yields the greatest increase in the Unity Bar for the associated faction. Each Lynian Tribe/Clan has its own separate Unity Level. This includes the Grimalkynes of each region and the Boaboa of Hoarfrost Reach in Iceborne. Small Monsters, on the other hand, share a single collective Unity Level.
The Nuances of Unity: More Than Just Hunting
While monster hunting is the most effective method, there are some important nuances to consider:
- Recruitment is Key: You must first recruit a Tailraider from the desired tribe or small monster group to your party. You can do this by visiting their camp or location in the field.
- Solo Play is Required: Tailraiders will only level up their unity if you’re playing solo. Take your Palico and recruited Tailraider on solo expeditions and quests to maximize your Unity gains.
- Iceborne’s Expansion: The Iceborne expansion increased the maximum Unity Level from 5 to 10, offering even greater benefits for dedicated players.
Benefits of High Tailraider Unity
Reaching high Unity Levels unlocks a range of advantages, the most notable being the Cavalry Stance. At a high enough level, your Palico might hop onto the back of the Monster Tailraider, entering a powerful unison state. In this stance:
- Reduced Damage Reaction: Both Palico and Tailraider suffer reduced flinching and knockback.
- Increased Damage Output: The Cavalry Stance grants a significant damage boost to both parties.
Beyond the Cavalry Stance, high Unity improves the overall effectiveness of the Tailraider. They’ll be more likely to assist you in combat, providing valuable support through attacks, status effects, and distractions.
Maximizing Your Unity Gains
To efficiently raise your Tailraider Unity, consider these strategies:
- Target Diverse Monsters: Focus on hunting a variety of monsters to maximize the overall progress for each Unity level
- Expeditions for Efficiency: Expeditions are ideal for grinding Unity Levels. You can freely roam the map, hunt monsters, and return to camp to restock without any time limits.
- Utilize SOS Flares Strategically: If you need help with a difficult monster, you can send out an SOS Flare after you’ve already made significant progress towards increasing your unity level. This allows you to enjoy some solo time with your Tailraider while also getting the job done.
- Prioritize Low-Rank Hunts Initially: Early on, focus on hunting easier, lower-rank monsters to quickly build up Unity levels. As your Tailraiders grow stronger, you can tackle more challenging hunts.
Tracking Your Progress
You can easily track your Tailraider Unity levels on your Guild Card. Navigate to the Palico Info section, and then use the appropriate buttons (L2/R2) to view the Unity Levels for each Lynian Tribe and small monster group. Regularly checking your progress will help you identify which factions need more attention.
Why Tailraider Unity Matters: A Deeper Look
While the immediate benefits of increased damage and reduced flinching are appealing, Tailraider Unity provides a deeper layer of engagement with Monster Hunter World’s ecosystem. By befriending and strengthening your bond with the Lynian tribes and small monsters, you unlock new layers of understanding of the game’s world and its inhabitants. This aligns with the principles of engaging and immersive gameplay explored by the Games Learning Society, connecting the joy of gaming with opportunities for learning and personal growth. You can learn more about their initiatives at GamesLearningSociety.org.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I recruit Tailraiders?
To recruit a Tailraider, you must first discover their camp or location within the environment. This usually involves following clues from the Lynian Researcher or completing a specific quest. Once you’ve located the tribe, interacting with them will allow you to recruit one of their members to your party.
How do I know which Grimalkyne tribes are in each area?
The Lynian Researcher will provide hints and quests leading you to the Grimalkyne tribes in each region. Look for his green icon on the map. He’ll often direct you to collect doodles left by the Grimalkynes, which will then guide you to their location.
What is the Raider Ride and how do I unlock it?
The Raider Ride is a feature introduced in Monster Hunter World: Iceborne that allows you to summon a small monster to ride across the map. To unlock it in each area, you must befriend the local Grimalkyne tribe or, in the case of Hoarfrost Reach, the Boaboa. In the Ancient Forest you must have befriended all the other tribes, then the palico will learn the trick to taming Wulg.
Does playing multiplayer affect Tailraider Unity?
No, Tailraider Unity only increases when playing solo. Bringing a Tailraider along in multiplayer hunts will not affect their Unity level.
How do I use the Tailraider Signal?
The Tailraider Signal allows you to call your recruited Tailraider to your location. It’s accessible through your item bar or radial menu. However, the Tailraider will only appear if you’re in an area where their tribe resides.
What is the max level for Tailraider unity?
The maximum Unity Level is 5 in the base game of Monster Hunter World and 10 in Monster Hunter World: Iceborne.
Are there Grimalkynes in every area?
Yes, there is a Grimalkyne tribe to discover in each major hunting area of Monster Hunter World, including the Ancient Forest, Wildspire Waste, Coral Highlands, Rotten Vale, and Elder’s Recess. In Iceborne, the Boaboa tribe resides in the Hoarfrost Reach.
How do I befriend the Bugtrappers?
After finding enough doodles left by the Bugtrappers, a question mark icon will appear on the map. Follow this icon to a Bugtrapper, who will lead you to their secret camp. Completing this will allow you to befriend the Bugtrappers.
How do I befriend the Plunderers?
To befriend the Plunderers, find a lone Plunderer in Area 13 of the Rotten Vale and follow it to Area 15. Place some raw meat on the ground, and the Plunderers will appear. After that, you can befriend them.
What does affinity do in Monster Hunter World?
Affinity represents the chance for your weapon to deal critical damage. A higher affinity rating increases your chances of landing a critical hit, dealing extra damage.
How do I increase Hunter Rank fast?
The fastest way to increase your Hunter Rank is by completing event quests that involve hunting multiple monsters. These quests typically award significantly more Hunter Rank points than single-monster quests.
What is Unity score on my guild card?
The Unity score on your guild card reflects how much you’ve played online with other players whose guild cards you possess. It’s a measure of your online hunting experience and connections with other hunters.
How do I get a rideable mount in Monster Hunter: World?
You can’t directly mount a monster in the traditional sense except during a successful mount attempt after a jumping attack. The Raider Ride, introduced in Iceborne, allows you to summon a smaller monster to ride across the map, but it’s not a direct replacement for mounting large monsters.
What’s the best way to farm materials in Monster Hunter World?
The best way to farm materials depends on the specific material you need. For common materials, consider doing investigation quests with increased rewards. For rare materials, focus on breaking monster parts and capturing rather than killing the monster.
Can I change my Palico’s appearance?
Yes, you can change your Palico’s armor and weapon at your room in Astera or Seliana. However, you cannot change its physical appearance after you initially create it.