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Digtoise vs Pierdon

Digtoise vs Pierdon — two Ground Pals in the Mid (R5–7) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.

TL;DR — Quick Pick

Pick Digtoise if…

  • You specifically want Drill Crusher as your combat partner skill.
  • You want access to the exclusive skill Shell Spin.
  • Exclusive skill: Shell Spin.

Pick Pierdon if…

  • You want the higher raw attack frame — Pierdon hits 105 vs Digtoise's 95.
  • You specifically want Power Stone as your combat partner skill.
  • You want access to the exclusive skill Horn Burst.
Verdict

Digtoise and Pierdon both cover Ground DPS in the Mid (R5–7) band, but they win different fights. Digtoise leans on Drill Crusher and a 95 attack frame plus exclusive Shell Spin. Pierdon answers with Power Stone and 105 attack. Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.

At a Glance

Digtoise
Stat
Pierdon
Ground
Type
Ground
R5
Rarity
R6
Winner
95
Attack
105
Winner
80
HP
100
Winner
120
Defense
120
Drill CrusherWhen activated, performs Shell Spin, follows the player while spinning, and mines ores efficiently.
Partner Skill
Power StoneWhile in party, increases player's and Pals' damage to enemies afflicted with Muddy by (50~65)% . (Does not stack)
Shell Spin65 Power
Exclusive Skill
Horn Burst600 Power
Rock Lance150 Power
Top Skill Power
Horn Burst600 Power
Winner
MiningLv4
Work Skills
MiningLv5
Winner
No
Ride / Mount
No
5
Winner
Food Upkeep
8

Strengths & Weaknesses

Digtoise

Strengths

  • Strong Mining worker (Lv4)
  • Exclusive skill: Shell Spin

Weaknesses

  • Mono Ground typing limits elemental coverage

Pierdon

Strengths

  • Strong Mining worker (Lv5)
  • Party buff partner skill
  • Exclusive skill: Horn Burst

Weaknesses

  • Food 8 — heavy ranch upkeep
  • Mono Ground typing limits elemental coverage

Combat Kit

Digtoise

Partner Skill

Drill Crusher

When activated, performs Shell Spin, follows the player while spinning, and mines ores efficiently.

Active Skills

Pierdon

Partner Skill

Power Stone

While in party, increases player's and Pals' damage to enemies afflicted with Muddy by (50~65)% . (Does not stack)

Active Skills

Work Skills

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

Pal
Pierdon#131
5
Digtoise#107
4

Who Should You Use?

Digtoise
Use Digtoise if…
  • You specifically want Drill Crusher as your combat partner skill.
  • You want access to the exclusive skill Shell Spin.
  • Exclusive skill: Shell Spin.
  • Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Digtoise is Food 5.
Digtoise Pal Page
Pierdon
Use Pierdon if…
  • You want the higher raw attack frame — Pierdon hits 105 vs Digtoise's 95.
  • You specifically want Power Stone as your combat partner skill.
  • You want access to the exclusive skill Horn Burst.
  • Party buff partner skill.
  • Exclusive skill: Horn Burst.
Pierdon Pal Page