Exploration comfort

Intimidator skill guide

Reduces the chance that small monsters attack after noticing the hunter, making gathering and field maintenance less disruptive without changing large-monster aggression.

Fact-checked Aug 3, 2026Mechanics and build context
What it does: Reduces the chance small monsters will attack after spotting you. The current in-game skill text remains the authority for level behavior and exceptions.

Who should consider it

When it is less useful

It is not a stealth skill, does not pacify large monsters, and has no job when the route contains no relevant aggressive small monsters. Some species or situations may be unaffected, so it should never be treated as immunity.

Useful pairings

How to evaluate it

  1. Test the exact small-monster species on the intended route.
  2. Compare interruptions over a complete gathering circuit, not one encounter.
  3. Remove the skill for hunts where it provides no measurable benefit.

Source and version note

Always use the current in-game skill description for exact levels and values. Core systems are cross-checked with the official online manual ↗; build recommendations are independent editorial guidance.