Dualith vs Knocklem
Dualith vs Knocklem — two Ground Pals in the High (R8–10) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Dualith if…
- You specifically want Forest Laser as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Root Cannon.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Dualith is Food 8.
Pick Knocklem if…
- You value bulk in Ground fights — Knocklem brings 135 Defense.
- You specifically want Steel Guardian Mode as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Ground Cutter.
Dualith and Knocklem both cover Ground DPS in the High (R8–10) band, but they win different fights. Dualith leans on Forest Laser and a 105 attack frame plus exclusive Root Cannon. Knocklem answers with Steel Guardian Mode and 110 attack (135 Defense vs 125). Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.
At a Glance
Strengths & Weaknesses
Dualith
Strengths
- Strong Mining worker (Lv6)
- Near-best Transporting (Lv6)
- Flexible base helper — 5 work roles
Weaknesses
- Food 8 — heavy ranch upkeep
Knocklem
Strengths
- Near-best Mining (Lv7)
- Top-tier Transporting (Lv7)
- Flexible base helper — 3 work roles
Weaknesses
- Food 9 — heavy ranch upkeep
- Mono Ground typing limits elemental coverage
Combat Kit
Partner Skill
Forest LaserCan be ridden. When activated, Dualith fires a powerful Grass laser from its right hand. Technology 48
Active Skills
- Lv1Bog Blast40
- Lv7Stone Blast80
- Lv15Seed Mine120
- Lv22Rockburst300
- Lv30Solar Blast450
Partner Skill
Steel Guardian ModeWhen activated, a steel resolve increases Knocklem's Attack by (50~200)% and Defense by (50~200)% for a limited time.
Active Skills
- Lv1Power Shot80
- Lv7Stone Blast80
- Lv15Stone Cannon120
- Lv22Rockburst300
- Lv30Rock Lance400
Work Skills
Dualith vs Knocklem on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.
Who Should You Use?
- You specifically want Forest Laser as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Root Cannon.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Dualith is Food 8.
- You value bulk in Ground fights — Knocklem brings 135 Defense.
- You specifically want Steel Guardian Mode as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Ground Cutter.
- Knocklem sits at R9 in this band — stronger base rarity ceiling than Dualith.