Astegon vs Dandilord
Astegon vs Dandilord — two Dark Pals in the High (R8–10) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Astegon if…
- You value bulk in Dark fights — Astegon brings 125 Defense.
- You specifically want Black Anklyosaur as your combat partner skill.
- Solid ranged attack for its tier.
Pick Dandilord if…
- You want the higher raw attack frame — Dandilord hits 135 vs Astegon's 125.
- You specifically want Mist Stalwart as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Poison Promenade.
Astegon and Dandilord both cover Dark DPS in the High (R8–10) band, but they win different fights. Astegon leans on Black Anklyosaur and a 125 attack frame. Dandilord answers with Mist Stalwart and 135 attack (110 Defense vs 125). Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.
At a Glance
Strengths & Weaknesses
Astegon
Strengths
- Near-best Mining (Lv7)
- Solid ranged attack for its tier
- Ride / mobility partner skill
Weaknesses
- Food 9 — heavy ranch upkeep
Dandilord
Strengths
- Top-tier Planting (Lv8)
- Strong Handiwork worker (Lv6)
- Flexible base helper — 5 work roles
Weaknesses
- Food 9 — heavy ranch upkeep
Combat Kit
Partner Skill
Black AnklyosaurCan be ridden a flying mount. Increases damage dealt to ore while mounted.
Active Skills
- Lv1Dragon Cannon30
- Lv7Spirit Flame75
- Lv15Dragon Burst55
- Lv22Nightmare Ball100
- Lv30Draconic Breath70
Partner Skill
Mist StalwartWhen activated, the player's attacks inflict Poison (2~6) . While in party, grants the player and party Pals immunity to Poison , and nullifies the effects of toxic gas in the World Tree area. (Does not stack)
Active Skills
- Lv1Dark Cannon70
- Lv7Seed Mine120
- Lv15Circle Vine300
- Lv22Dark Laser450
- Lv30Dark Whisp600
Work Skills
Astegon vs Dandilord on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.
Who Should You Use?
- You value bulk in Dark fights — Astegon brings 125 Defense.
- You specifically want Black Anklyosaur as your combat partner skill.
- Solid ranged attack for its tier.
- Ride / mobility partner skill.
- Astegon sits at R9 in this band — stronger base rarity ceiling than Dandilord.
- You want the higher raw attack frame — Dandilord hits 135 vs Astegon's 125.
- You specifically want Mist Stalwart as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Poison Promenade.