Bushi Noct vs Ghangler
Bushi Noct vs Ghangler — two Dark Pals in the Mid (R5–7) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Bushi Noct if…
- You specifically want Void Blade as your combat partner skill.
- Solid ranged attack for its tier.
- Bushi Noct sits at R7 in this band — stronger base rarity ceiling than Ghangler.
Pick Ghangler if…
- You value bulk in Dark fights — Ghangler brings 105 Defense.
- You specifically want Master of Darkness as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Lantern Sweep.
Bushi Noct and Ghangler both cover Dark DPS in the Mid (R5–7) band, but they win different fights. Bushi Noct leans on Void Blade and a 130 attack frame. Ghangler answers with Master of Darkness and 125 attack (105 Defense vs 80). Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.
At a Glance
Strengths & Weaknesses
Bushi Noct
Strengths
- Strong Lumbering worker (Lv5)
- Flexible base helper — 5 work roles
- Solid ranged attack for its tier
Weaknesses
- Food 5 — plan ranch capacity
Ghangler
Strengths
- Strong Watering worker (Lv5)
- Solid ranged attack for its tier
- Ride / mobility partner skill
Weaknesses
- Food 7 — high upkeep
Combat Kit
Partner Skill
Void BladeWhen activated, attacks targeted enemy with Iaigiri . When this Pal uses Iaigiri , it has a x(1.1~2.5) damage multiplier. While in party, increases the player's melee weapon damage by (30~65)% but only when not in combat. (Does not stack)
Active Skills
- Lv1Spirit Fire80
- Lv7Umbral Surge60
- Lv15Dark Cannon70
- Lv18Iaigiri160
- Lv22Dark Arrow120
Partner Skill
Master of DarknessCan be ridden to travel on water. This Pal's Movement Speed increases by (5~25)% for each other Dark or Water Pal in your party. (Excluding Ghangler) Technology 31
Active Skills
- Lv1Aqua Gun50
- Lv7Dark Ball50
- Lv15Dark Arrow120
- Lv22Spirit Flame200
- Lv30Lantern SweepExclusive450
Work Skills
Bushi Noct vs Ghangler on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.
| Pal | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bushi Noct#85B | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 2 | — |
| Ghangler#097 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 5 |
Who Should You Use?
- You specifically want Void Blade as your combat partner skill.
- Solid ranged attack for its tier.
- Bushi Noct sits at R7 in this band — stronger base rarity ceiling than Ghangler.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Bushi Noct is Food 5.
- You value bulk in Dark fights — Ghangler brings 105 Defense.
- You specifically want Master of Darkness as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Lantern Sweep.
- Strong Watering worker (Lv5).
- Solid ranged attack for its tier.