Killamari vs Mau
Killamari vs Mau — two Dark Pals in the Early (R1–4) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Killamari if…
- You want the higher raw attack frame — Killamari hits 100 vs Mau's 70.
- You specifically want Fried Squid as your combat partner skill.
- Ride / mobility partner skill.
Pick Mau if…
- You specifically want Gold Digger as your combat partner skill.
- Ranch production partner skill.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Mau is Food 1.
Verdict
Killamari and Mau both cover Dark DPS in the Early (R1–4) band, but they win different fights. Killamari leans on Fried Squid and a 100 attack frame. Mau answers with Gold Digger and 70 attack. Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.
At a Glance
Killamari
Stat
Mau
Dark / Water
Type
Dark
R1
Rarity
R1
100
WinnerAttack
70
60
HP
70
Winner70
Defense
70
Fried SquidWhile in team, can be summoned and used instead of a glider. Can float for long periods of time while gliding.
Partner Skill
Gold DiggerSometimes digs up Gold Coin when assigned to Ranch.
None
Exclusive Skill
None
Transporting · Gathering · WateringLv2 · Lv1 · Lv1
WinnerWork Skills
Farming · GatheringLv1 · Lv1
Yes
Ride / Mount
No
3
Food Upkeep
1
WinnerStrengths & Weaknesses
Killamari
Strengths
- Flexible base helper — 3 work roles
- Ride / mobility partner skill
- Dual Dark/Water typing for coverage
Weaknesses
- Frail early-game combat stats
Mau
Strengths
- Farming Lv1 base contribution
- Ranch production partner skill
Weaknesses
- Mono Dark typing limits elemental coverage
- Frail early-game combat stats
- Mostly an early capture — outclassed later
Combat Kit
Killamari
Partner Skill
Fried SquidWhile in team, can be summoned and used instead of a glider. Can float for long periods of time while gliding.
Active Skills
- Lv1Hydro Jet30
- Lv7Poison Blast30
- Lv15Dark Ball40
- Lv22Shadow Burst55
- Lv30Acid Rain80
Mau
Active Skills
- Lv1Sand Blast40
- Lv7Dark Ball40
- Lv15Shadow Burst55
- Lv22Sand Tornado80
- Lv30Spirit Flame75
Work Skills
Killamari vs Mau on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.
Who Should You Use?
- You want the higher raw attack frame — Killamari hits 100 vs Mau's 70.
- You specifically want Fried Squid as your combat partner skill.
- Ride / mobility partner skill.
- Dual Dark/Water typing for coverage.
- You specifically want Gold Digger as your combat partner skill.
- Ranch production partner skill.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Mau is Food 1.