Read this Monster Hunter Rise Switch guide to learn more about the Palico companion! Find out more about the Palico's uses, gadgets, equipment, armors, and more!
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What Is A Palico?
Cat Companion That Supports You In Hunts

The Palico is a cat companion that has been a staple in the Monster Hunter series. As a companion, it will accompany and assist you during hunts with a variety of tools and gadgets!
Bring 2 When Playing Alone

When playing alone, you can bring up to 2 companions to accompany you. You can bring up to 2 Palamutes (the new dog companion), 2 Palicos, or 1 of both.
Check Out The Palamute Guide Here!Get Layered Armor

It's possible to get special layered armor for your Palico in game. The methods of doing this currently known to us right now include Pre-Ordering the game, but there are likely to be more in-game ways as well.
Check Out The Palico Forest Cat Layered Armor HereSinister Seal Palico
By purchasing and scanning the appropriate amiibo, you can obtain another layered armor for the Palico - this one in the Sinister Seal set. Amiibos are sold separately from the main game.
Check Out Sinister Seal Palico Layered Armor In Detail HerePalico Uses & Features
Changes from previous games will be added as soon as they're confirmed!
Palico Uses & Features
1 | Support the hunter using Palico gadgets |
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2 | Level up to become more efficient |
3 | Befriend other wild Tailraders |
1. Supporting The Hunter
The Palico's main role is to support the hunter during their hunts. This is done by helping fight monsters, and gathering items. You'll be able to equip your Palico with a variety of gadgets, each with different uses.
List of Palico Gadgets
Coming soon!
2. Leveling Up
You will be able to raise the level of your Palico by clearing different quests and training! Leveling up your Palico will allow them to better assist you during hunts! They will become more efficient in fighting and gathering!
3. Befriending Tailraiders
Palicoes will also be able to befriend wild Tailraiders while out in the world! Befriending Tailraiders will temporarily give you another companion in your team when hunting! This may make solo hunts against tough monsters easier!