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Galeclaw vs Melpaca

Galeclaw vs Melpaca — two Neutral Pals in the Early (R1–4) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.

TL;DR — Quick Pick

Pick Galeclaw if…

  • You want the higher raw attack frame — Galeclaw hits 120 vs Melpaca's 90.
  • You specifically want Galeclaw Rider as your combat partner skill.
  • You want access to the exclusive skill Gale Claw.

Pick Melpaca if…

  • You value bulk in Neutral fights — Melpaca brings 90 Defense.
  • You specifically want Pacapaca Wool as your combat partner skill.
  • You want access to the exclusive skill Fluffy Tackle.
Verdict

Galeclaw and Melpaca both cover Neutral DPS in the Early (R1–4) band, but they win different fights. Galeclaw leans on Galeclaw Rider and a 120 attack frame plus exclusive Gale Claw. Melpaca answers with Pacapaca Wool and 90 attack (90 Defense vs 60). Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.

At a Glance

Galeclaw
Stat
Melpaca
Neutral
Type
Neutral
R2
Rarity
R3
Winner
120
Winner
Attack
90
75
HP
90
Winner
60
Defense
90
Winner
Galeclaw RiderWhile in team, can be summoned and used instead of a glider. Allows you to fire a gun while gliding with this Pal.
Partner Skill
Pacapaca WoolCan be ridden. Sometimes drops Wool when assigned to Ranch.
Gale Claw60 Power
Exclusive Skill
Pal Blast150 Power
Top Skill Power
Pal Blast150 Power
GatheringLv2
Work Skills
FarmingLv2
Yes
Ride / Mount
Yes
4
Food Upkeep
3
Winner

Strengths & Weaknesses

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

Melpaca

Strengths

  • Ride / mobility partner skill
  • Exclusive skill: Fluffy Tackle

Weaknesses

  • Mono Neutral typing limits elemental coverage
  • Only light Farming work (Lv2)

Combat Kit

Galeclaw

Partner Skill

Galeclaw Rider

While in team, can be summoned and used instead of a glider. Allows you to fire a gun while gliding with this Pal.

Active Skills

Melpaca

Partner Skill

Pacapaca Wool

Can be ridden. Sometimes drops Wool when assigned to Ranch.

Active Skills

Work Skills

Galeclaw vs Melpaca on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.

Pal
Galeclaw#049
2
Melpaca#020
2

Who Should You Use?

Galeclaw
Use Galeclaw if…
  • You want the higher raw attack frame — Galeclaw hits 120 vs Melpaca's 90.
  • 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.
Galeclaw Pal Page
Melpaca
Use Melpaca if…
  • You value bulk in Neutral fights — Melpaca brings 90 Defense.
  • You specifically want Pacapaca Wool as your combat partner skill.
  • You want access to the exclusive skill Fluffy Tackle.
  • Ride / mobility partner skill.
  • Exclusive skill: Fluffy Tackle.
Melpaca Pal Page