Katress vs Maraith
Katress vs Maraith — two Dark Pals in the Mid (R5–7) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Katress if…
- You value bulk in Dark fights — Katress brings 90 Defense.
- You specifically want Grimoire Collector as your combat partner skill.
- Combat-focused partner skill.
Pick Maraith if…
- You specifically want Messenger Of Death as your combat partner skill.
- Ride / mobility partner skill.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Maraith is Food 3.
Verdict
Katress and Maraith both cover Dark DPS in the Mid (R5–7) band, but they win different fights. Katress leans on Grimoire Collector and a 105 attack frame. Maraith answers with Messenger Of Death and 105 attack (80 Defense vs 90). Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.
At a Glance
Katress
Stat
Maraith
Dark
Type
Dark
R6
Rarity
R6
105
Attack
105
90
WinnerHP
75
90
WinnerDefense
80
Grimoire CollectorWhile fighting together, Neutral Pals drop more items when defeated.
Partner Skill
Messenger Of DeathCan be ridden. Applies Dark damage to the player's attacks while mounted.
None
Exclusive Skill
None
Handiwork · Medicine Production · TransportingLv3 · Lv3 · Lv2
Work Skills
Gathering · MiningLv4 · Lv4
No
Ride / Mount
Yes
5
Food Upkeep
3
WinnerStrengths & Weaknesses
Katress
Strengths
- Flexible base helper — 3 work roles
- Combat-focused partner skill
Weaknesses
- Mono Dark typing limits elemental coverage
Maraith
Strengths
- Strong Gathering worker (Lv4)
- Strong Mining worker (Lv4)
- Ride / mobility partner skill
Weaknesses
- Mono Dark typing limits elemental coverage
Combat Kit
Katress
Active Skills
- Lv1Ignis Blast30
- Lv7Dark Ball40
- Lv15Flare Arrow55
- Lv22Shadow Burst55
- Lv30Spirit Flame75
Maraith
Partner Skill
Messenger Of DeathCan be ridden. Applies Dark damage to the player's attacks while mounted.
Active Skills
- Lv1Ignis Blast30
- Lv7Dark Ball40
- Lv15Flare Arrow55
- Lv22Shadow Burst55
- Lv30Spirit Flame75
Work Skills
Katress vs Maraith on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.
Who Should You Use?
- You value bulk in Dark fights — Katress brings 90 Defense.
- You specifically want Grimoire Collector as your combat partner skill.
- Combat-focused partner skill.
- You specifically want Messenger Of Death as your combat partner skill.
- Ride / mobility partner skill.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Maraith is Food 3.