Dumud vs Surfent
Dumud vs Surfent — 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 Surfent's 90.
- You specifically want Soil Improver as your combat partner skill.
- Party buff partner skill.
Pick Surfent if…
- You specifically want Swift Swimmer as your combat partner skill.
- Watering Lv3 base contribution.
- Ride / mobility partner skill.
Dumud and Surfent 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. Surfent answers with Swift Swimmer and 90 attack (80 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
Surfent
Strengths
- Watering Lv3 base contribution
- Ride / mobility partner skill
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
Swift SwimmerCan be ridden to travel on water. While mounted, prevents stamina depletion while moving over water.
Active Skills
- Lv1Hydro Jet30
- Lv7Dragon Cannon30
- Lv15Aqua Gun40
- Lv22Bubble Blast65
- Lv30Dragon Burst55
Work Skills
Dumud vs Surfent 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 Surfent's 90.
- You specifically want Soil Improver as your combat partner skill.
- Party buff partner skill.
- Dual Ground/Water typing for coverage.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Dumud is Food 3.
- You specifically want Swift Swimmer as your combat partner skill.
- Watering Lv3 base contribution.
- Ride / mobility partner skill.