Helzephyr vs Vanwyrm Cryst
Helzephyr vs Vanwyrm Cryst — two Dark Pals in the Mid (R5–7) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Helzephyr if…
- You specifically want Wings Of Death as your combat partner skill.
- Solid ranged attack for its tier.
- Useful as a mounted travel Pal.
Pick Vanwyrm Cryst if…
- You specifically want Aerial Marauder as your combat partner skill.
- Solid ranged attack for its tier.
- Ride / mobility partner skill.
Helzephyr and Vanwyrm Cryst both cover Dark DPS in the Mid (R5–7) band, but they win different fights. Helzephyr leans on Wings Of Death and a 125 attack frame. Vanwyrm Cryst answers with Aerial Marauder and 120 attack (95 Defense vs 100). Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.
At a Glance
Strengths & Weaknesses
Helzephyr
Strengths
- Strong Transporting worker (Lv4)
- Solid ranged attack for its tier
- Useful as a mounted travel Pal
Weaknesses
- Food 8 — heavy ranch upkeep
- Mono Dark typing limits elemental coverage
Vanwyrm Cryst
Strengths
- Transporting Lv3 base contribution
- Solid ranged attack for its tier
- Ride / mobility partner skill
Weaknesses
- Food 6 — hungrier than average workers
Combat Kit
Partner Skill
Wings Of DeathCan be ridden as a flying mount. Applies Dark damage to the player's attacks while mounted.
Active Skills
- Lv1Spirit Fire45
- Lv7Dark Ball40
- Lv15Shadow Burst55
- Lv22Flare Storm80
- Lv30Spirit Flame75
Partner Skill
Aerial MarauderCan be ridden as a flying mount. Increases damage player deals to enemy weak points while mounted.
Active Skills
- Lv1Air Cannon25
- Lv7Ice Missile30
- Lv15Icicle Cutter55
- Lv22Cryst Breath90
- Lv30Nightmare Ball100
Work Skills
Helzephyr vs Vanwyrm Cryst on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.
| Pal | ||
|---|---|---|
| Helzephyr#080 | 4 | — |
| Vanwyrm Cryst#64B | 3 | 2 |
Who Should You Use?
- You specifically want Wings Of Death as your combat partner skill.
- Solid ranged attack for its tier.
- Useful as a mounted travel Pal.
- Helzephyr sits at R7 in this band — stronger base rarity ceiling than Vanwyrm Cryst.
- You specifically want Aerial Marauder as your combat partner skill.
- Solid ranged attack for its tier.
- Ride / mobility partner skill.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Vanwyrm Cryst is Food 6.