Monster Hunter Wilds brings back a beloved series mascot - the adorable pig companion known as Poogie. While slaying massive beasts is the main focus, taking time to interact with Poogie can provide both entertainment and tangible rewards for hunters. This guide will walk you through how to locate Poogie, properly pet this porcine pal, and reap the benefits of befriending it.
Locating Poogie in Suja
Poogie makes its debut in Monster Hunter Wilds once you reach the mountain village of Suja. This area becomes accessible during Chapter 3 of the main story, specifically after completing the quest “Nothing Frozen, Nothing Gained.”
Once in Suja, keep an eye out for Poogie’s distinct icon on your map. You’ll spot the cute pig wandering around the village, often with a small frog perched atop its head. Poogie is typically active during daytime hours but may retreat to sleep at night.
The Art of Petting Poogie
Approaching Poogie allows you to interact with two main options: petting and renaming. While renaming is a fun customization feature, properly petting Poogie is the key to unlocking rewards. Here’s how to do it correctly:
Step 1: Approach Poogie and select the “Pet” option to initiate the interaction.
Step 2: As your hunter crouches down, watch carefully for an exclamation point to appear above Poogie’s head.
Step 3: When you see the exclamation point, quickly press the interaction button (X on PlayStation, Y on Xbox, or F on PC).
Step 4: If timed correctly, you’ll see hearts appear around Poogie as it jumps for joy, indicating a successful pet.
Caution: Pressing the button too early or too late will result in an angry Poogie that may headbutt you and run away. If this happens, simply wait a minute or two for Poogie to calm down before trying again.
Rewards for Petting Poogie
Successfully petting Poogie isn’t just about the warm fuzzy feelings - it can also net you valuable in-game items. After a proper petting, there’s a chance Poogie will gift you with one of the following:
- Consumable items
- Monster parts (including some rare materials)
- Gathering resources like herbs
- Guild point items
While you can’t endlessly farm Poogie for items, it’s worth checking in and petting your porcine friend every few hunts to see what goodies it might share.
Poogie Through the Ages
Poogie has been a beloved part of the Monster Hunter franchise for many iterations. In previous games, hunters could dress up Poogie in various costumes or even carry it around the hub area. While Monster Hunter Wilds has simplified Poogie interactions somewhat, the core appeal of this cute companion remains.
Whether you’re a long-time Monster Hunter fan or new to the series with Wilds, taking a moment to pet Poogie is a charming tradition that’s worth keeping alive. Not only does it provide a brief respite from intense hunts, but it might just give you that rare material you’ve been searching for. Happy hunting, and don’t forget to show Poogie some love!