Bushi Noct vs Loomen
Bushi Noct vs Loomen — 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 want the higher raw attack frame — Bushi Noct hits 130 vs Loomen's 100.
- You specifically want Void Blade as your combat partner skill.
- Solid ranged attack for its tier.
Pick Loomen if…
- You value bulk in Dark fights — Loomen brings 95 Defense.
- You specifically want Lantern Enchantment as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Lantern Flame.
Bushi Noct and Loomen 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. Loomen answers with Lantern Enchantment and 100 attack (95 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
Loomen
Strengths
- Strong Handiwork worker (Lv4)
- Strong Kindling worker (Lv4)
- Flexible base helper — 3 work roles
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
Lantern EnchantmentWhile in party, the player's arrows explode on contact , dealing additional damage equal to (15~30)% of the player's attack damage. (Does not stack)
Active Skills
- Lv1Dark Ball50
- Lv7Spirit Fire80
- Lv15Spirit Flame200
- Lv22Nightmare Ball300
- Lv30Flame Funnel300
Work Skills
Bushi Noct vs Loomen on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.
| Pal | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loomen#180 | 4 | 4 | — | — | — | 4 |
| Bushi Noct#85B | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 2 | — |
Who Should You Use?
- You want the higher raw attack frame — Bushi Noct hits 130 vs Loomen's 100.
- 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 Loomen.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Bushi Noct is Food 5.
- You value bulk in Dark fights — Loomen brings 95 Defense.
- You specifically want Lantern Enchantment as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Lantern Flame.