Theorylytics

Croajiro vs Gobfin

Croajiro vs Gobfin — two Water Pals in the Early (R1–4) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.

TL;DR — Quick Pick

Pick Croajiro if…

  • You want the higher raw attack frame — Croajiro hits 100 vs Gobfin's 90.
  • You specifically want Leap Stance as your combat partner skill.
  • Combat-focused partner skill.

Pick Gobfin if…

  • You specifically want Angry Shark as your combat partner skill.
  • Gobfin's Water kit fits your party better than Croajiro's.
Verdict

Croajiro and Gobfin both cover Water DPS in the Early (R1–4) band, but they win different fights. Croajiro leans on Leap Stance and a 100 attack frame. Gobfin answers with Angry Shark and 90 attack (75 Defense vs 85). Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.

At a Glance

Croajiro
Stat
Gobfin
Water
Type
Water
R4
Winner
Rarity
R2
100
Winner
Attack
90
80
HP
90
Winner
85
Winner
Defense
75
Leap StanceWhen activated, Croajiro channels its loyalty and puffs up its abdomen to store energy. Climbing on top will propel the player high into the air. While airborne before landing, the player's Attack is increased by (50~86)% .
Partner Skill
Angry SharkWhen activated, attacks targeted enemy with a powerful Aqua Gun. While in team, increases player's attack power.
None
Exclusive Skill
None
Geyser Gush600 Power
Winner
Top Skill Power
Hydro Laser150 Power
Gathering · Handiwork · Transporting · WateringLv1 · Lv1 · Lv1 · Lv1
Work Skills
Handiwork · Watering · TransportingLv2 · Lv2 · Lv1
Winner
No
Ride / Mount
No
2
Winner
Food Upkeep
3

Strengths & Weaknesses

Croajiro

Strengths

  • Flexible base helper — 4 work roles
  • Combat-focused partner skill

Weaknesses

  • Mono Water typing limits elemental coverage

Gobfin

Strengths

  • Flexible base helper — 3 work roles

Weaknesses

  • Mono Water typing limits elemental coverage

Combat Kit

Croajiro

Partner Skill

Leap Stance

When activated, Croajiro channels its loyalty and puffs up its abdomen to store energy. Climbing on top will propel the player high into the air. While airborne before landing, the player's Attack is increased by (50~86)% .

Active Skills

Gobfin

Partner Skill

Angry Shark

When activated, attacks targeted enemy with a powerful Aqua Gun. While in team, increases player's attack power.

Active Skills

Work Skills

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

Pal
Gobfin#055
2
2
1
Croajiro#009
1
1
1
1

Who Should You Use?

Croajiro
Use Croajiro if…
  • You want the higher raw attack frame — Croajiro hits 100 vs Gobfin's 90.
  • You specifically want Leap Stance as your combat partner skill.
  • Combat-focused partner skill.
  • Croajiro sits at R4 in this band — stronger base rarity ceiling than Gobfin.
  • Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Croajiro is Food 2.
Croajiro Pal Page
Gobfin
Use Gobfin if…
  • You specifically want Angry Shark as your combat partner skill.
  • Gobfin's Water kit fits your party better than Croajiro's.
Gobfin Pal Page