Dazzi Noct vs Smokie Cryst
Dazzi Noct vs Smokie Cryst — two Dark Pals in the Early (R1–4) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Dazzi Noct if…
- You want the higher raw attack frame — Dazzi Noct hits 110 vs Smokie Cryst's 100.
- You specifically want Lady of Dark Lightning as your combat partner skill.
- Supportive partner skill.
Pick Smokie Cryst if…
- You value bulk in Dark fights — Smokie Cryst brings 90 Defense.
- You specifically want Cryo Instincts as your combat partner skill.
- Dual Dark/Ice typing for coverage.
Dazzi Noct and Smokie Cryst both cover Dark DPS in the Early (R1–4) band, but they win different fights. Dazzi Noct leans on Lady of Dark Lightning and a 110 attack frame. Smokie Cryst answers with Cryo Instincts and 100 attack (90 Defense vs 75). Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.
At a Glance
Strengths & Weaknesses
Dazzi Noct
Strengths
- Flexible base helper — 4 work roles
- Supportive partner skill
- Dual Dark/Electric typing for coverage
Weaknesses
- Frail early-game combat stats
Smokie Cryst
Strengths
- Cooling Lv2 base contribution
- Dual Dark/Ice typing for coverage
Weaknesses
- Better as a specialist than a do-everything pick
Combat Kit
Partner Skill
Lady of Dark LightningWhile in party, appears near the player. Attacks hostile enemies with Dark bolts. These bolts will not reduce the target's Health below 1.
Active Skills
- Lv1Air Cannon40
- Lv7Shadow Burst80
- Lv15Dark Arrow120
- Lv22Acid Rain120
- Lv30Tri-lightning200
Partner Skill
Cryo InstinctsWhile at a base, increases the Cooling Work Suitability Level for all other Base Pals by +1 . (Does not stack)
Active Skills
- Lv1Double Fang (Dark)40
- Lv2Fierce Fang (Dark)50
- Lv7Icicle Cutter80
- Lv15Crystal Breath160
- Lv22Icicle Bullet250
Work Skills
Dazzi Noct vs Smokie Cryst on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.
| Pal | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dazzi Noct#92B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | — | — |
| Smokie Cryst#149B | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2 |
Who Should You Use?
- You want the higher raw attack frame — Dazzi Noct hits 110 vs Smokie Cryst's 100.
- You specifically want Lady of Dark Lightning as your combat partner skill.
- Supportive partner skill.
- Dual Dark/Electric typing for coverage.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Dazzi Noct is Food 2.
- You value bulk in Dark fights — Smokie Cryst brings 90 Defense.
- You specifically want Cryo Instincts as your combat partner skill.
- Dual Dark/Ice typing for coverage.
- Smokie Cryst sits at R3 in this band — stronger base rarity ceiling than Dazzi Noct.