Eikthyrdeer vs Galeclaw
Eikthyrdeer vs Galeclaw — two Neutral Pals in the Early (R1–4) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Eikthyrdeer if…
- You value bulk in Neutral fights — Eikthyrdeer brings 80 Defense.
- You specifically want Guardian Of The Forest as your combat partner skill.
- Useful as a mounted travel Pal.
Pick Galeclaw if…
- You want the higher raw attack frame — Galeclaw hits 120 vs Eikthyrdeer's 80.
- You specifically want Galeclaw Rider as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Gale Claw.
Eikthyrdeer and Galeclaw both cover Neutral DPS in the Early (R1–4) band, but they win different fights. Eikthyrdeer leans on Guardian Of The Forest and a 80 attack frame. Galeclaw answers with Galeclaw Rider and 120 attack (60 Defense vs 80). Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.
At a Glance
Strengths & Weaknesses
Eikthyrdeer
Strengths
- Useful as a mounted travel Pal
Weaknesses
- Mono Neutral typing limits elemental coverage
- Only light Lumbering work (Lv2)
- Combat stats lag behind the food cost
Galeclaw
Strengths
- Ride / mobility partner skill
- Exclusive skill: Gale Claw
Weaknesses
- Mono Neutral typing limits elemental coverage
- Only light Gathering work (Lv2)
- Frail early-game combat stats
Combat Kit
Partner Skill
Guardian Of The ForestCan be ridden. Can perform a double jump while mounted. Increases efficiency of cutting trees.
Active Skills
- Lv1Power Shot35
- Lv7Antler Uppercut50
- Lv15Stone Blast55
- Lv22Stone Cannon70
- Lv30Power Bomb70
Partner Skill
Galeclaw RiderWhile in team, can be summoned and used instead of a glider. Allows you to fire a gun while gliding with this Pal.
Active Skills
- Lv1Gale ClawExclusive60
- Lv7Air Cannon25
- Lv15Sand Blast40
- Lv22Wind Cutter30
- Lv30Sand Tornado80
Work Skills
Eikthyrdeer vs Galeclaw on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.
| Pal | ||
|---|---|---|
| Eikthyrdeer#032 | 2 | — |
| Galeclaw#049 | — | 2 |
Who Should You Use?
- You value bulk in Neutral fights — Eikthyrdeer brings 80 Defense.
- You specifically want Guardian Of The Forest as your combat partner skill.
- Useful as a mounted travel Pal.
- Eikthyrdeer sits at R4 in this band — stronger base rarity ceiling than Galeclaw.
- You want the higher raw attack frame — Galeclaw hits 120 vs Eikthyrdeer's 80.
- You specifically want Galeclaw Rider as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Gale Claw.
- Ride / mobility partner skill.
- Exclusive skill: Gale Claw.