Dumud vs Gobfin
Dumud vs Gobfin — two Water Pals in the Early (R1–4) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Dumud if…
- You want the higher raw attack frame — Dumud hits 100 vs Gobfin's 90.
- You specifically want Soil Improver as your combat partner skill.
- Party buff partner skill.
Pick Gobfin if…
- You specifically want Angry Shark as your combat partner skill.
- Gobfin's Water kit fits your party better than Dumud's.
Dumud and Gobfin both cover Water DPS in the Early (R1–4) band, but they win different fights. Dumud leans on Soil Improver and a 100 attack frame. Gobfin answers with Angry Shark and 90 attack (75 Defense vs 95). Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.
At a Glance
Strengths & Weaknesses
Dumud
Strengths
- Flexible base helper — 4 work roles
- Party buff partner skill
- Dual Ground/Water typing for coverage
Weaknesses
- Better as a specialist than a do-everything pick
Gobfin
Strengths
- Flexible base helper — 3 work roles
Weaknesses
- Mono Water typing limits elemental coverage
Combat Kit
Partner Skill
Soil ImproverWhile in party, increases Attack of Ground Pals by (15~30)% . (Does not stack) Sometimes drops High Quality Pal Oil when assigned to Ranch .
Active Skills
- Lv1Bog Blast40
- Lv7Aqua Gun50
- Lv15Stone Blast80
- Lv22Bubble Blast80
- Lv30Aqua Burst200
Partner Skill
Angry SharkWhen activated, attacks targeted enemy with a powerful Aqua Gun. While in team, increases player's attack power.
Active Skills
- Lv1Hydro Jet30
- Lv7Power Shot35
- Lv15Aqua Gun40
- Lv22Bubble Blast65
- Lv30Icicle Cutter55
Work Skills
Dumud vs Gobfin on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.
Who Should You Use?
- You want the higher raw attack frame — Dumud hits 100 vs Gobfin's 90.
- You specifically want Soil Improver as your combat partner skill.
- Party buff partner skill.
- Dual Ground/Water typing for coverage.
- Dumud sits at R4 in this band — stronger base rarity ceiling than Gobfin.
- You specifically want Angry Shark as your combat partner skill.
- Gobfin's Water kit fits your party better than Dumud's.