Summary
Monster Hunter Wildsmay have introduced plenty of new monsters for players to hunt, but it isn’t without an array of new characters, locations, and tribes. One such tribe is a tribe of Lynians known as “Wudwuds” who inhabit the Scarlet Forest in the Wudwud Hideout. Unlike theFelynes and Palicoesthat mostMonster Hunterfans are likely very familiar with by now, Wudwuds have a distinct appearance and culture, resembling a blend of otter and badger characteristics more than their feline predecessors. Since they were introduced inMonster Hunter Wilds, Wudwuds have garnered attention for their unique culture and interactions with players, making them a justifiable addition to any futureMonster Huntergame.
If Wudwuds do continue to be a tradition in futureMonster Huntergames (and it’s likely they will), they shouldn’t just recur as characters players can find while exploring the world. Their comedic and endearing nature, as well as their charm — most notably seen in the character of Rove inMonster Hunter Wilds— make a strong case for them to have a much more prominent role in a futureMonster Hunterinstallment. This would potentially allow players to spend more time with the “silly lil' guys,” as theMonster Hunter Wildscommunity has been known to call them.
Monster Hunter Wilds' Wudwuds Should Have a Bigger Role in the Next Entry
Monster Hunter Wilds' Wudwuds Should Be Hunting Companions in a Future Entry
While venturing out into theopen world ofMonster Hunter Wildsand encountering Wudwuds along the way might be seen as enough of a treat, the Ewok-like creatures deserve to play a bigger part in a futureMonster Huntergame, and there’s arguably no better way to make that happen then to allow players to make Wudwuds hunting companions like the Palicoes and Palamutes before them. Unlike Palicoes, whose roles inMonster Hunternarratives and gameplay have become all too familiar over time, Wudwuds offer a fresh personality and presence that could make having a hunting companion feel new again.
Since they were introduced inMonster Hunter Wilds, Wudwuds have garnered attention for their unique culture and interactions with players, making them a justifiable addition to any futureMonster Huntergame.
Their secretive lifestyle, quirky rituals like the Wudwud Feast, and apparent survival instincts suggest they could offer unique skills to players that could make them great support, like stealth tracking, weather-based buffs, or environmental manipulation. Letting players recruit and train a Wudwud would also open the door to more story-driven bonds between the hunter and their companion, establishing the same emotional connection that makes other hunting companions likeMonster Hunter’s Palicoesand Palamutes so beloved.
A More Central Role Would Allow for a Deeper Delve Into Wudwud Culture
Even more than the gameplay side of things, futureMonster Huntergames giving Wudwuds a brighter spotlight could mean a deeper delve into their culture as well. Since Wudwuds are new to theMonster Hunterseries, they haven’t taken center stage yet, and a future entry could explore their lore in deeper ways by involving them in major story arcs. Maybe a Wudwud companion could act as a liaison between cultures, giving the hunter a chance to foster relationships with different groups around the world. This would also help cement Wudwuds as an iconic part ofMonster Hunter’s world.
This is all, of course, not to mention the comic relief that Wudwuds would provide throughout a story or a single hunt, which would make them all the more charming in the end.
Wudwuds may have started as backgroundcharacters inMonster Hunter Wilds' world, but their lovable personality, gameplay potential, and player reception all make a strong case for them to have a proper companion role in a futureMonster Huntergame. With that kind of role,Monster Huntercould evolve its companion system beyond familiarity and simultaneously give the Wudwuds the spotlight they have already earned inMonster Hunter Wilds.
