Dogen vs Grintale
Dogen vs Grintale — two Neutral Pals in the Mid (R5–7) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Dogen if…
- You value bulk in Neutral fights — Dogen brings 100 Defense.
- You specifically want Homeward Prayer as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Wholehearted Stance.
Pick Grintale if…
- You specifically want Plump Body as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Cat Press.
- Ride / mobility partner skill.
Dogen and Grintale both cover Neutral DPS in the Mid (R5–7) band, but they win different fights. Dogen leans on Homeward Prayer and a 100 attack frame plus exclusive Wholehearted Stance. Grintale answers with Plump Body and 100 attack (80 Defense vs 100). Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.
At a Glance
Strengths & Weaknesses
Dogen
Strengths
- Strong Handiwork worker (Lv4)
- Flexible base helper — 5 work roles
- Exclusive skill: Wholehearted Stance
Weaknesses
- Mono Neutral typing limits elemental coverage
Grintale
Strengths
- Ride / mobility partner skill
- Exclusive skill: Cat Press
Weaknesses
- Mono Neutral typing limits elemental coverage
Combat Kit
Partner Skill
Homeward PrayerWhen activated, teleports to the nearest base. Cannot be used inside dungeons or similar areas.
Active Skills
- Lv1Air Cannon40
- Lv7Power Shot80
- Lv15Stone Cannon120
- Lv22Power Bomb120
- Lv30Air Blade160
Active Skills
- Lv1Sand Blast40
- Lv7Power Shot35
- Lv15Cat PressExclusive60
- Lv22Stone Blast55
- Lv30Stone Cannon70
Work Skills
Dogen vs Grintale on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.
Who Should You Use?
- You value bulk in Neutral fights — Dogen brings 100 Defense.
- You specifically want Homeward Prayer as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Wholehearted Stance.
- Exclusive skill: Wholehearted Stance.
- You specifically want Plump Body as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Cat Press.
- Ride / mobility partner skill.
- Exclusive skill: Cat Press.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Grintale is Food 4.