Jolthog Cryst vs Smokie Cryst
Jolthog Cryst vs Smokie Cryst — two Ice Pals in the Early (R1–4) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Jolthog Cryst if…
- You specifically want Cold Bomb as your combat partner skill.
- Partner skill: Cold Bomb.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Jolthog Cryst is Food 2.
Pick Smokie Cryst if…
- You want the higher raw attack frame — Smokie Cryst hits 100 vs Jolthog Cryst's 75.
- You specifically want Cryo Instincts as your combat partner skill.
- Dual Dark/Ice typing for coverage.
Jolthog Cryst and Smokie Cryst both cover Ice DPS in the Early (R1–4) band, but they win different fights. Jolthog Cryst leans on Cold Bomb and a 75 attack frame. Smokie Cryst answers with Cryo Instincts and 100 attack (90 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
Jolthog Cryst
Strengths
- Cooling Lv1
- Ice-type Pal
- Partner skill: Cold Bomb
Weaknesses
- Mono Ice typing limits elemental coverage
- Only light Cooling work (Lv1)
- Frail early-game combat stats
Smokie Cryst
Strengths
- Cooling Lv2 base contribution
- Dual Dark/Ice typing for coverage
Weaknesses
- Better as a specialist than a do-everything pick
Combat Kit
Partner Skill
Cold BombWhen activated, equips Jolthog Cryst to the player's hand. When thrown at an enemy, causes an icy explosion upon impact.
Active Skills
- Lv1Ice Missile30
- Lv7Power Shot35
- Lv15Iceberg70
- Lv22Power Bomb70
- Lv30Icicle Cutter55
Partner Skill
Cryo InstinctsWhile at a base, increases the Cooling Work Suitability Level for all other Base Pals by +1 . (Does not stack)
Active Skills
- Lv1Double Fang (Dark)40
- Lv2Fierce Fang (Dark)50
- Lv7Icicle Cutter80
- Lv15Crystal Breath160
- Lv22Icicle Bullet250
Work Skills
Jolthog Cryst vs Smokie Cryst on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.
| Pal | ||
|---|---|---|
| Smokie Cryst#149B | 2 | 2 |
| Jolthog Cryst#15B | 1 | — |
Who Should You Use?
- You specifically want Cold Bomb as your combat partner skill.
- Partner skill: Cold Bomb.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Jolthog Cryst is Food 2.
- You want the higher raw attack frame — Smokie Cryst hits 100 vs Jolthog Cryst's 75.
- You specifically want Cryo Instincts as your combat partner skill.
- Dual Dark/Ice typing for coverage.
- Smokie Cryst sits at R3 in this band — stronger base rarity ceiling than Jolthog Cryst.