Gildane vs Knocklem
Gildane vs Knocklem — two Ground Pals in the High (R8–10) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Gildane if…
- You specifically want Sandstorm's Blessing as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Crash Dash.
- Solid ranged attack for its tier.
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.
Gildane and Knocklem both cover Ground DPS in the High (R8–10) band, but they win different fights. Gildane leans on Sandstorm's Blessing and a 110 attack frame plus exclusive Crash Dash. Knocklem answers with Steel Guardian Mode and 110 attack (135 Defense vs 110). Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.
At a Glance
Strengths & Weaknesses
Gildane
Strengths
- Strong Gathering worker (Lv5)
- Solid ranged attack for its tier
- Very fast mount / travel option
Weaknesses
- Food 8 — heavy ranch upkeep
- Mono Ground typing limits elemental coverage
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
Sandstorm's BlessingCan be ridden. While mounted, changes the player's attack type to Ground and increases Attack by (5~20)% . Technology 54
Active Skills
- Lv1Double Fang (Ground)40
- Lv2Fierce Fang (Ground)50
- Lv3Power Shot80
- Lv7Bog Blast40
- Lv15Stone Blast80
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
Gildane vs Knocklem on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.
Who Should You Use?
- You specifically want Sandstorm's Blessing as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Crash Dash.
- Solid ranged attack for its tier.
- Very fast mount / travel option.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Gildane 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 Gildane.