Squads in Monster Hunter World: Iceborne are player-created guilds that allow you to form persistent groups with friends and other like-minded hunters. They offer a dedicated space for communication, organization, and shared progress, making it easier to tackle the game's most challenging content together.
Creating a Squad:
To create a squad, you'll need to visit the Squad Counter located in any of the game's hub areas, such as the Gathering Hub in Seliana or Astera. Speak with the Squad Manager and select the option to create a new squad. You'll be prompted to choose a squad name, a squad leader (which will be you initially), and a squad icon. You can also set a squad motto and a description to help attract new members or inform existing ones about your group's focus.
Managing Your Squad:
Once your squad is established, you can begin inviting other players. You can search for players currently online or invite those who are on your friends list. As the squad leader, you have the authority to promote members to officer status, which grants them limited management capabilities, such as inviting new members or disbanding the squad. You can also kick members who are not adhering to the squad's rules or are causing disruption.
Squad Features:
- Squad Card: Each member has a Squad Card that displays their rank, achievements, and preferred hunting style. This helps other members get to know each other and find suitable hunting partners.
- Squad Quests: While not a direct feature, squads often coordinate their efforts to tackle specific quests together, such as Elder Dragon hunts or Master Rank investigations.
- Squad Chat: Squads have their own dedicated chat channel, allowing for easy communication and coordination even when you're not actively playing together.
- Squad Hall Customization: As your squad grows and achieves certain milestones, you may unlock options to customize your Squad Hall, adding a personal touch to your shared space.
Tips for Squad Leaders:
- Set Clear Expectations: Define the purpose of your squad. Are you a casual group for fun, or are you aiming to clear the toughest endgame content?
- Foster a Welcoming Environment: Encourage new members and be patient with those who are still learning.
- Organize Events: Schedule regular hunting sessions or specific monster hunts to keep members engaged.
- Communicate Regularly: Use the squad chat to keep everyone informed and involved.