Best mid-game Pals in Palworld, ranked

Certain Pals can be better suited to your Palworld party than others, both in gameplay style and what working capabilities and Pal abilities you favor at your camp.

The best Pals for Palworld‘s mid-game point will, of course, differ from player to player, but there are some general choices that standout as strong mid-game options no matter what kind of Pal you want to add to your collection.

Palworld‘s best mid-game Pals

Eikthyrdeer

Eikthyrdeer was one of the first Pals I grabbed. Even though I have progressed quite a bit since then, I continue to use it in my team thanks to its strength and speed as a mount.

This Neutral Pal uses its Guardian of the Forest Partner Skill to allow the player to ride it. The ability also allows Eikthyrdeer to double jump. There is also increased efficiency when this Pal is cutting trees thanks to this Skill.

Eikthyrdeer’s attacks are surprisingly powerful. I had to switch it out when I was trying to catch other Pals, as it kept knocking them out before I could capture them. Its strength only increases when it reaches higher levels, with abilities such as Stone Cannon, Rock Lance, and Power Bomb becoming available as the Pal progresses.

This Pal is also useful to have around for collecting wood in and around your base, as they have work suitability level two for Lumbering. 

• Element: Neutral
• Partner Skill: Guardian of the Forest
• Work Suitability: Lumbering level two
• Possible Drops: Eikthyrdeer Venison, Leather, Horn
• Food: 5/10

Eikthyrdeer spawn location

Eikthyrdeer can be found in two separate places on the Palworld map: to the east and the west. Head to the areas marked in orange in the image above, during the day or at night, and you will be sure to catch a glimpse of one.

Chillet

Chillet was the first proper boss I encountered in Palworld and it is such a formidable Pal that I’ve kept it on my team ever since. The fight is tough but not unmanageable, making it an excellent fight to introduce players to proper boss fights.

Chillet’s strengths come from its combination of both Ice and Dragon powers, with a combination of attacks at its disposal it learns as it levels up, such as Ice Missile, Dragon Burst, and Cryst Breath. As well as having strong attacks, Chillet can also be ridden thanks to its Partner Skill, which will also apply Dragon damage to the player’s attacks when they are mounted on it. 

The blend of Ice and Dragon powers along with its Partner Skill make Chillet well suited to mid-game players who are looking for a strong Pal but haven’t reached the levels needed to capture the larger Pals. It’s also one of the absolute cutest Pals, in my opinion, so why wouldn’t you want to grab one of these precious babies?

• Element: Ice/Dragon
• Partner Skill: Wriggling Weasel
• Work Suitability: Gathering level one, Cooling level one
• Possible Drops: Leather
• Food: 3/10

Chillet spawn location

Chillet is one of the earliest boss Pals you have a chance to fight. It can be found near the No Man’s Trail teleportation statue, which is south of the Fort Ruins teleportation statue, as seen in the map image above.

Vixy

Though not a hugely powerful Pal, Vixy is a must for mid-game players to assign to their base once they’ve built a ranch. Vixy’s Partner Skill Dig Here! is incredibly handy, as it allows the Pal to dig up arrows and Pal Spheres when grazing in the ranch.

Both Pal Spheres and arrows are items you will initially find yourself crafting often, as they are needed to enjoy the basics. There are other weapons but you are going to use the bow a lot if you’re anything like me. Pal Spheres are always needed, as you can imagine.

Using Vixy to dig up these items can save on resources, saving you trips to the crafting station to manually make them.

• Element: Neutral
• Partner Skill: Dig Here!
• Work Suitability: Gathering level one, Farming level one
• Possible Drops: Leather, Bone
• Food: 1/10

Vixy spawn location

Vixy is quite easy to find early on. As you can see in the map above, Vixy will spawn to the south on the map. Head to the location marked in orange above during the daytime and you are sure to spot one.

Penking

Though Penking is great for beginner players, I would argue it’s a suitable mid-game Pal thanks to just how versatile it is. It is actually quite a difficult Pal to catch, and it’s a lot rarer than its smaller, lower-level counterpart Pengullet.

Penking is excellent for across-the-board work in your base, with level-two skills in Handiwork, Mining, Cooling, Transporting, and Watering.

Not only is Penking a great addition to your camp, but it’s also a sturdy Pal that will help you out in battle. It’s a Water and Ice Type Pal with powers such as Iceberg and Aqua Gun at its disposal. Penking’s Partner Skill—Brave Sailor—is also a handy one to utilize when it comes to collecting resources, as when you are fighting with it, Fire Pals will drop more items when you knock them out. 

• Element: Water/Ice
• Partner Skill: Brave Sailor
• Work Suitability: Handiwork level two, Transporting level two, Watering level two, Mining level two, Cooling level two
• Possible Drops: Ice Organ, Penking Plume

Penking spawn location

There are two ways to go about getting yourself a Penking. First, you can opt to fight the Alpha Penking. You can find it to the north as per the map image above. It is only level 15, so it won’t take too long to reach the level you need to be to take it on.

Another way to grab yourself a Penking is to go to the southern Pal sanctuary and find yourself a Large Damp Egg. There is no guarantee you will get a Penking from this method, but there is a good chance. Though it might not be the most reliable choice, you’ll get yourself a cool Pal nonetheless.

Vanwyrm

You will want to get yourself a mount that can fly as soon as you can, and Vanwyrm is a great choice for a mid-game level Pal that can take you to the skies. Various Vanwyrm fly around in places not too far from the starting area, but you will have to level up a little before you and your Pals are strong enough to capture one.

Keep in mind you will only be able to unlock Vanwyrm as a mount when you reach level 21, as this is when the crafting recipe for Vanwyrm’s Saddle becomes available on the Technology tab. You’ll also need a Pal Gear Workbench to craft the saddle.

Not only can you fly with Vanwyrm, but its Partner Skill—Aerial Marauder—also allows players to deal more damage to weakened enemies when they are riding it. Vanwyrm is also a particularly powerful flying Pal, with strong abilities that unlock as it levels up such as Spirit Fire, Fire Ball, and Dark Laser. 

• Element: Fire/Dark
• Partner Skill: Aerial Marauder
• Work Suitability: Kindling level one, Transporting level three
• Possible Drops: Bone, Ruby, Gold Coin
• Food: 6/10

Vanwyrm spawn location

Mount Obsidian is where you will find the most wild Vanwyrm. This location is to the southwest on the map, as marked above with orange markings. Make sure you have heat-resistant items and clothing though, as Mount Obsidian is particularly hot.

Reptyro

If you are looking for a mid-game Pal that can dominate the battlefield with strong attacks, then Reptyro is the choice for you.

Reptyro is a Fire and Ground-type dual Pal. This means it has a range of abilities utilizing both elements, such as the Fire-based Volcanic Burst and Ignis Breath, as well as the Ground-based Rock Lance and Stone Cannon. 

This is also a Pal that can be ridden, with its Ore-loving Beast Partner Skill also improving the efficiency of Ore Mining while you are mounted. 

• Element: Fire/Ground
• Partner Skill: Ore-Loving Beast
• Work Suitability: Kindling level three, Mining level three
• Possible Drops: Flame Organ
• Food: 5/10

Reptyro spawn location

Much like Vanwyrm, Reptyro can be found in one of the hot areas, so be sure to have the appropriate heat-resistant clothes and items before you head there. Reptyro can be found in the mountains on Valocano Islands, which is also on the southwestern part of the Palworld map. There isn’t a specific spawn location for Reptyro, but if you head to the areas marked in orange above, you are bound to spot some.

Quivern

Last but not least is Quivern, a rare boss you will need to beat to capture. Quivern will spawn at level 23, though it does have quite low spawn rates, so it might take some time for you to find one. When you do, you’ll find they are not only an excellent worker Pal for your base but also a great fighter to have on your side. 

Quivern has several Work Suitability Skills, those being level one Handiwork, level two Mining and Gathering, and level three Transporting, making them a versatile choice as a worker. In terms of combat, Quivern has a range of different skills that will unlock as it levels up, starting with Dragon Cannon at level one and then ranging from Fire attacks, like Spirit Fire at level seven, to Water skills, such as Aqua Burst at level 40.

Quivern’s Partner Skill—Sky Dragon’s Affection—also allows you to fly them when you unlock the saddle. The skill enhances Quivern’s Dragon Type attacks when you are mounted on it. 

The versatility of Quivern for both combat and work suitability, as well as its ability to be ridden, makes it a perfect mid-game choice for a Pal that can be used in several ways.

• Element: Dragon
• Partner Skill: Sky Dragon’s Affection
• Work Suitability: Handiwork level one, Transporting level three, Gathering level two, Mining level two
• Possible Drops: High-Quality Pal Oil
• Food: 4/10

Quivern spawn location

Quivern can be found in one particular place, which is up to the northern area on the Palworld map, as per the image above. Look for the image of Quivern in the small circle and head towards it to fight them.

These are the best Pals to use in Palworld for mid-game players. There are more than 100 Pals though, so you might find these particular Pals aren’t suitable for your style or needs. If this is the case, make sure to check out our full Paldeck so you can look through all the various stats for a range of Pals before you make your choice.