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In the gamePalworld, the Pals you bring along can shape how your adventure plays out. Some are great for fighting tough bosses, others shine at farming or crafting, and a few can do it all. With well over 100 different Pals, knowing which ones are worth your time (and which ones aren’t) makes a big difference.
Here we’ll break down the best and worst Pals based on how well they perform in battle, base tasks, and overall usefulness. Whether you’re chasing power, meta Pals, or just trying to survive, we’ve got you covered.
Tier List Rankings
In Palworld, not all Pals are created equal. Some shine in combat, others excel at base tasks, and a few are just plain fun to have around. This tier list breaks down Pals from S to D tier, helping you decidewhich companions are worth your timeand which might be better left in the wild.
S-Tier Pals
These Pals are the best the game has to offer. They haveexcellent performance in battle, traversal, and base management. Whether it’s their powerful abilities, versatility, or unique skills, these Pals are top picks for any player.
A-Tier Pals
A-Tier Pals are strong contenders that can hold their own in different situations. While they might not have the amazing toolkit of S-Tier Pals, they bring strong abilities and can contribute well to your team.
B-Tier Pals
Pals in this tier are decent choices. They’re okay captures, butwon’t check all the boxes of A and S-Tier Pals. Even so, they can still be valuable with the right setup and support.
C-Tier Pals
These Pals aren’t totally useless, but they’re definitely not pulling their weight most of the time. You mightfind a few niche uses for them early on, but don’t expect them to stick around until endgame.
D-Tier Pals
D-Tier Pals are mostly here for collectorsor anyone playing on hard mode for fun. Unless you’ve got a soft spot for them, you’re probably better off looking elsewhere.
Go for all-rounders. Pals like Jetragon and Paladius can do just about everything and are worth the investment.
These Pals are sit in S-Tier for a reason. They dominate in combat, bring great utility, and pull their weight no matter the task. They’re powerhouses when taking on bosses, exploring the world, or fine-tuning your base.
Jetragon
Dragon
The fastest flying mount with powerful AoE attacks like Fire Ball and Beam Comet. Its speed and strong attacks make it invaluable for exploration and combat.
Frostallion
Ice
Turns your basic attacks into icy nukes and gives your whole setup a frosty damage boost. If you’re looking for a strong elemental edge in fights, this one’s a no-brainer.
Necromus
Dark
Hits like a truck and can take a punch too. A Dark-type beast that’s just as good for clearing mobs as it is for standing against bosses.
Paladius
Neutral, Ice
One of the fewPals that lets you triple jump, and that alone is worth it. It’s got solid Ice and Neutral damage too.
Bellanoir Libero
This Pal is known for its devastating attacks and unique abilities. It’s a great pal for tough fights, with ahigh attack stat of 150and powerful moves like “Nightmare Bloom.”
Jormuntide Ignis
Fire, Dragon
If you like big flashy moves and roasting enemies, this Fire/Dragon hybrid is perfect for you. It’s got raw power and a moveset that keeps things spicy.
Shadowbeak
Built differently thanks to its specialPartner Skill. With the right build, it becomes one of the scariest Dark-types in the whole game.
Frostallion Noct
Dark, Ice
Great ice damage like Frostallion, but mixed with Dark abilities for extra punch.
These Pals are strong contenders in various aspects of the game,having great combat and work skills. While they may not reach the pinnacle of S-Tier, they are reliable choices for most situations.
Anubis
Ground
A melee powerhouse with high attack stats and Ground-type moves. Its Partner Skill, Guardian of the Desert, boosts its combat abilities.
Grizzbolt
Electric
Can be equipped with a minigun, Grizzbolt thrives in ranged combat and can generate electricity for your base.
Suzaku
Fire
A majestic Fire-type flying mount that buffs Fire attacks while mounted. Great choice for traversal and combat.
Elphidran Aqua
Dragon, Water
Combines Dragon and Water elements. Has varied attack options and decent mobility.
Relaxaurus
A bulky Pal withstrong Water and Dragon-type moves. Balanced for both offense and defense.
Mammorest
Grass
A massive Pal with high HPand strong Grass-type attacks. Best for tanking and area control.
Mammorest Cryst
The Ice variant of Mammorest with similar durability and Ice-type moves.
Broncherry Aqua
Grass, Water
A supportive Pal that combines healing abilities with Water and Grass-type attacks.
Faleris
A fast and powerful Fire-type flying mount whorains fire from the sky.
Blazamut
A formidable Fire-type Pal with high attack power and AoE fire attacks. Great for clearing groups of enemies.
Cryolinx
High defense, powerful freeze attacks, and great crowd control.Can tank big hits.
Wumpo Botan
Grass, Ice
Has plenty of good base work utility with its strong Handiwork skill and provides decent combat support.
Vaelet
A versatile Pal with healing abilities and Grass-type attacks. Better in long battles.
Lyleen
Known for its healing Partner Skill,Lyleen supports allies in combatwhile dealing respectable damage.
Lyleen Noct
Dark, Grass
The Dark variant of Lyleen, combining healing support with Dark-type offensive moves.
Astegon
Dragon, Dark
A heavy-hitting Pal with solid mining skills. Great for both combat and resource gathering.
Verdash
A speedy Pal that boosts movement speed and improves Grass-type attacks. Best at hit-and-run tactics.
Blazehowl Noct
Fire, Dark
Combines Fire and Dark elements to deliver powerful attacks.A very offensive-focused Pal.
Kingpaca
Neutral
A sturdy Pal with strong melee attacks and decent work skills for base tasks.
Kingpaca Cryst
The Ice variant of Kingpaca. Has similar strengths with Ice-type moves.
Warsect
Grass, Ground
A tanky Pal with high defense and strong Ground-type attacks and suitable for frontline combat.
Warsect Terra
Focuses on Ground-type moves with enhanced defensive capabilities. A very reliable tank Pal.
Quivern Botan
Grass, Dragon
A flying mount that combines Grass and Dragon elements withhigh mobility and attacks.
Helzephyr Lux
Electric, Dark
A fast flier with Electric and Dark-type moves, and has strong offensive options and quick traversal.
Petallia
A supportive Pal with healing abilities and Grass-type attacks. It’s perfect in aiding team sustainability.
Menasting
A powerful Dark-type Pal with high attack stats and mining skills. Useful for both combat and resource collection.
Menasting Terra
Ground, Dark
Adds Ground typing to an already powerful Pal. Increases elemental choice and versatility.
Orserk
Electric, Dragon
A high-speed attacker with Electric and Dragon-type moves. Excels in quick strikes and mobility.
Selyne
A versatile Pal with strong Dark-type attacks and decent work skills.
Knocklem
A solid Ground-type Pal with strong melee attacks and useful base work capabilities.
Xenogard
A formidable Dragon-type Pal with high attack power and durability, making it a strong choice for battles.
Xenolord
Combines Dragon and Dark elementsto deliver devastating attacks, excelling in offensive roles.
Silvegis
An Ice-type Palwith strong ranged attacks and decent mobility, useful for kiting enemies.
Faleris Aqua
Water
The Water variant of Faleris, offering similar speed and offensive capabilities with Water-type moves.
Bastigor
A fierce Pal that combines Fire and Dark-type attacks, providingstrong offensive options.
Elemental matchups matter. Leveraging Pals with advantageous elemental types can turn the tide in challenging battles.
These B-Tier Pals aresolid choices for a variety of rolesbut may not do the best in all aspects of the game. These Pals can be valuable additions to your team, especially in the early to mid-game stages.
Pyrin
A reliable Fire-type with decent attack stats and access to strong fire moves.
Foxcicle
Offers good Ice-type attacks and can slow down enemies, useful for crowd control.
Pyrin Noct
Combines Fire and Dark elements, offering a unique moveset for varied encounters.
Chillet
A versatile Ice-type Pal with balanced stats, suitable for early-game battles.
Reindrix
Known for its Ice-type abilities and supportive skills in team fights.
Sweepa
Offers area-of-effect Ice attacks, making it effective against groups of enemies.
Grintale
A sturdy Grass-type Pal withhealing abilities, helpful for sustaining your team.
Wixen
A Fire-type Pal with a focus on ranged attacks and elemental damage.
Offers Electric-type attacks and can illuminate dark areas,aiding exploration.
Tombat
A stealthy Dark-type Pal that can debuff enemies and evade attacks.
Offers Dark-type attacks and can curse enemies, lowering their defenses.
Surfent
A swift Water-type Pal that excels in aquatic environments and battles.
Provides Dragon-type attacks and has a majestic presence,boosting team morale.
Kelpsea Ignis
Fire, Water
Combines Fire and Water elements, offering a diverse set of attacks.
Provides strong Fire-type attacks and can ignite obstacles blocking paths.
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Known for its charging attacks, capable of breaking through enemy lines.
Daedream
A mysterious Dark-type Pal that can induce sleep in enemies, providing crowd control.
Teafant
A Water-type Pal that can create soothing rain, healing allies over time.
Fenglope Lux
Can help with base tasks such as transporting materials. Decent combat skills.
Water Pal with balanced stats and can fight pretty well.
Commands respect, boosting team morale and defenses.
Felbat
A stealthy Pal that excels in debuffing enemies and evading attacks.
Canboost team speed and agilitythrough rhythm and movement.
Powerful offensive attacker that combines elements.
These Pals have limited utility or are outclassed by others in their roles. While theycan still be used effectively in niche situations, they generallyaren’t very efficient in combat or base building.
Use early Pals smartly. Some early Pals like Vixy cannet you free items, which helps a lot when you’re just starting out.
Stealthy and precise in combat.Can carry lumber.
Mozzarina
Water, Ice
Decent at base activities. Calming aura that helps your team survive.
Distracts enemies and finds items. Not reliable in tense situations.
Explodes upon defeat. Risky and not worth it.
Tentacle attacks are unique but ineffective.
Okay support in base tasks like planting and gathering.
Decent kindling skills, mediocre combat power.
These are the Pals you’ll probably bench pretty quickly. They don’t bring much to the table andusually aren’t worth the slot, unless you’redoing a challenge runor just really like how one of them looks.
Hangyu
Utility lies insimple base tasks. Quickly outclassed by more specialized Pals.
Hangyu Cryst
Hangyu but with an Ice element. Little advantage over its counterpart.
Lays eggs.Low stats and poor scaling.
Digs holes. Limited combat and utility.
Stealthy but lacks offensive capabilities.
Evolves into Sweepa, but is weak until then.
Explosive attacks. Fragile and hard to manage.
