7 Shocking Secrets About Monster Hunter Wilds' Seikret Customization You Need To Know Before Launch
The arrival of Monster Hunter Wilds is set to redefine the franchise's core loop, and no feature is generating more buzz than the agile new mount companion, the Seikret. Forget the Palamute; this bird-like creature is your essential partner for navigating the vast and perilous "Forbidden Lands," offering unprecedented mobility and utility. As of December 22, 2025, the latest official updates and in-game leaks confirm that the Seikret is not just a tool for traversal but a deep, customizable companion, mirroring the personalization hunters have come to expect for their own avatars and Palicoes. The "Seikret Customization" system is a game-changer, allowing players to truly make this vital creature their own, from its aesthetic appearance to its functional equipment.
This deep dive reveals the most crucial, up-to-date details on how the Seikret system works, where you can access the customization features, and exactly what options are available to elevate your hunting experience in Capcom's next-generation Action RPG. Prepare to personalize your journey like never before.
The Seikret Companion: Biography and Essential Hunter Utility
The Seikret is far more than a simple mount; it's a dedicated "Buddy" and a central pillar of the new gameplay experience in Monster Hunter Wilds. This agile, bird-like creature is designed to overcome the enormous scale and verticality of the game's environments, especially the challenging Forbidden Lands.
Unlike the Canyne from Monster Hunter Rise, which was primarily a combat and traversal tool, the Seikret focuses heavily on navigational support and quality-of-life improvements for the Hunter.
- Unmatched Mobility: The Seikret is renowned for its remarkable agility, allowing hunters to traverse the massive maps quickly. It can sprint across open areas and even glide down from high cliffs when the Hunter dismounts mid-air, providing a new layer of vertical movement.
- Monster Tracking: Its sharp senses are integral to the new tracking system. The Seikret can help locate and follow the trail of large monsters, a core function for initiating a hunt.
- Equipment Carrier: A major functional benefit is the ability to carry an extra weapon and other essential items, which can be swapped out in the field, adding strategic depth to preparation and resource management during long expeditions.
- Non-Combat Role: Officially, the Seikret does not directly attack when the Hunter engages a monster, solidifying its role as a dedicated support and traversal companion.
Unlocking and Accessing the Seikret Customization System
The ability to personalize your Seikret is not available from the start, but is tied directly to your progress in the main story. This gate ensures players are familiar with the companion's core functions before diving into aesthetic and functional upgrades.
Here is the breakdown of how to unlock and utilize the customization feature:
The Key NPC: Nona
The customization feature is primarily managed by an in-game character named Nona. She is the designated NPC who handles the Seikret's gear and appearance modifications.
The Main Mission Requirement
To gain access to Nona's services and the Seikret Customizing feature, you must progress to and complete a specific early-game quest: the Main Mission "Pursuit of Solitude." Once this mission is completed, Nona will be available at a designated location to assist you.
Location: Nona can typically be found at the main base camp or a hub area once unlocked. Her location will be clearly marked, indicating the availability of the Seikret upgrade station.
The Deep Customization Options: Color, Equipment, and Layered Gear
The Seikret Customization system goes beyond simple palette swaps, offering two main avenues for personalization: aesthetic changes (color) and functional upgrades (equipment). This dual approach ensures your Seikret not only looks unique but also supports your specific hunting style.
1. Color Customization
The most straightforward personalization option is changing the Seikret’s color. This allows hunters to match their companion's appearance to their own armor set, creating a cohesive and personalized aesthetic.
- Color Palette: Hunters will have access to a wide range of colors to alter the Seikret’s feathers or hide.
- Reset Concerns: Early community discussions noted that post-update color changes might sometimes reset, suggesting that players should keep an eye on official patch notes, especially after major Title Updates (like Title Update 2).
2. Equipment and Gear
Similar to Palico and Canyne armor, the Seikret has its own set of equipment. This gear is expected to be craftable using monster materials, following the traditional Monster Hunter formula.
- Functional Armor: Equipment may offer defensive or utility benefits, though details on specific skills or stat boosts are still emerging. The gear will physically change the appearance of the mount.
- Visual Upgrades: This allows players to visually represent their progress, showcasing gear crafted from powerful or rare monsters.
3. The Layered System Integration
A key piece of information linking the Seikret to the broader customization ecosystem is the confirmed addition of Layered Weapons in Free Title Update 2, scheduled for June 30, 2025. While this update focuses on Hunter gear, the presence of layered systems for hunters and the confirmed "equipment" customization for Seikret strongly suggests that layered gear for the Seikret will also be a feature, allowing hunters to apply the look of one piece of equipment over the stats of another, ensuring maximum style without sacrificing utility.
Entity Comparison: Seikret vs. Palico vs. Canyne
The Seikret represents the evolution of the "Buddy" system, offering a unique blend of features from its predecessors:
Palico (Felyne Companion): The Palico remains the quintessential support companion, focusing on healing, traps, and close-quarters combat. Its customization (armor, weapons, gadgets) is deep and primarily focused on utility and combat support.
Canyne (Palamute Mount): Introduced in Monster Hunter Rise, the Canyne was the first dedicated mount. The Seikret shares its core function—rapid traversal—but enhances it with superior agility, gliding, and a dedicated focus on monster tracking and item carrying, making it a more complex logistical partner.
Seikret (Avian Mount): The Seikret is the dedicated logistical and traversal companion. Its customization is focused on enhancing mobility and aesthetics for the Hunter's journey across the vast open world, solidifying its role as the essential partner for exploration in the Forbidden Lands. The ability to carry an extra weapon is a feature unique to the Seikret, further distinguishing its utility role.
The Impact of Seikret Customization on the Meta
While customization is often seen as purely cosmetic, the Seikret’s equipment options are expected to have a subtle but important impact on the hunting meta:
- Expedition Efficiency: Gear that boosts the Seikret’s speed or stamina will directly shorten travel times, increasing the overall efficiency of resource gathering and multi-monster hunts.
- Strategic Weapon Swapping: Equipment that enhances the speed or ease of accessing the carried extra weapon will become essential for hunters who rely on swapping between different weapon types to exploit monster weaknesses.
- Personalized Tracking: Future equipment may offer enhanced tracking capabilities, helping hunters locate elusive or rare monsters more quickly, saving valuable time on the clock.
The Seikret Customization system is a testament to Capcom's commitment to deep personalization in Monster Hunter Wilds. By giving hunters control over their most vital logistical partner, the game ensures that every expedition into the Forbidden Lands is not only efficient but also uniquely stylish.
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