Theorylytics

Croajiro Noct vs Kitsun Noct

Croajiro Noct vs Kitsun Noct — two Dark Pals in the Mid (R5–7) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.

TL;DR — Quick Pick

Pick Croajiro Noct if…

  • You specifically want Shadow Stance as your combat partner skill.
  • Solid ranged attack for its tier.
  • Combat-focused partner skill.

Pick Kitsun Noct if…

  • You value bulk in Dark fights — Kitsun Noct brings 105 Defense.
  • You specifically want Gloomhowl as your combat partner skill.
  • You want access to the exclusive skill Daring Shadowstorm.
Verdict

Croajiro Noct and Kitsun Noct both cover Dark DPS in the Mid (R5–7) band, but they win different fights. Croajiro Noct leans on Shadow Stance and a 110 attack frame. Kitsun Noct answers with Gloomhowl and 115 attack (105 Defense vs 90). Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.

At a Glance

Croajiro Noct
Stat
Kitsun Noct
Water / Dark
Type
Dark
R5
Rarity
R6
Winner
110
Attack
115
Winner
85
HP
100
Winner
90
Defense
105
Winner
Shadow StanceWhen activated, Croajiro Noct channels its loyalty and puffs up its abdomen to store energy. Climbing on top will propel the player high into the air. While in party, improves player's and Pals' Dark damage to enemy weak points by (25~40)% . (Does not stack)
Partner Skill
GloomhowlCan be ridden. While in party, player and party Pals take (15~30)% less Dark damage and are immune to Blind . (Does not stack) Technology 59
None
Exclusive Skill
Dark Whisp600 Power
Top Skill Power
Dark Whisp600 Power
Handiwork · Gathering · Transporting · WateringLv2 · Lv1 · Lv1 · Lv1
Winner
Work Skills
KindlingLv4
No
Ride / Mount
Yes
2
Winner
Food Upkeep
5

Strengths & Weaknesses

Croajiro Noct

Strengths

  • Flexible base helper — 4 work roles
  • Solid ranged attack for its tier
  • Combat-focused partner skill

Weaknesses

  • Better as a specialist than a do-everything pick

Kitsun Noct

Strengths

  • Strong Kindling worker (Lv4)
  • Solid ranged attack for its tier
  • Useful as a mounted travel Pal

Weaknesses

  • Mono Dark typing limits elemental coverage

Combat Kit

Croajiro Noct

Partner Skill

Shadow Stance

When activated, Croajiro Noct channels its loyalty and puffs up its abdomen to store energy. Climbing on top will propel the player high into the air. While in party, improves player's and Pals' Dark damage to enemy weak points by (25~40)% . (Does not stack)

Active Skills

Kitsun Noct

Partner Skill

Gloomhowl

Can be ridden. While in party, player and party Pals take (15~30)% less Dark damage and are immune to Blind . (Does not stack) Technology 59

Work Skills

Croajiro Noct vs Kitsun Noct on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.

Pal
Croajiro Noct#9B
1
2
1
1
Kitsun Noct#111B
4

Who Should You Use?

Croajiro Noct
Use Croajiro Noct if…
  • You specifically want Shadow Stance as your combat partner skill.
  • Solid ranged attack for its tier.
  • Combat-focused partner skill.
  • Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Croajiro Noct is Food 2.
Croajiro Noct Pal Page
Kitsun Noct
Use Kitsun Noct if…
  • You value bulk in Dark fights — Kitsun Noct brings 105 Defense.
  • You specifically want Gloomhowl as your combat partner skill.
  • You want access to the exclusive skill Daring Shadowstorm.
  • Solid ranged attack for its tier.
  • Useful as a mounted travel Pal.
Kitsun Noct Pal Page