Killamari vs Surfent
Killamari vs Surfent — two Water 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 Surfent's 90.
- You specifically want Fried Squid as your combat partner skill.
- Ride / mobility partner skill.
Pick Surfent if…
- You value bulk in Water fights — Surfent brings 80 Defense.
- You specifically want Swift Swimmer as your combat partner skill.
- Watering Lv3 base contribution.
Killamari and Surfent both cover Water DPS in the Early (R1–4) band, but they win different fights. Killamari leans on Fried Squid and a 100 attack frame. Surfent answers with Swift Swimmer and 90 attack (80 Defense vs 70). Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.
At a Glance
Strengths & 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
Surfent
Strengths
- Watering Lv3 base contribution
- Ride / mobility partner skill
Weaknesses
- Mono Water typing limits elemental coverage
Combat Kit
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
Partner Skill
Swift SwimmerCan be ridden to travel on water. While mounted, prevents stamina depletion while moving over water.
Active Skills
- Lv1Hydro Jet30
- Lv7Dragon Cannon30
- Lv15Aqua Gun40
- Lv22Bubble Blast65
- Lv30Dragon Burst55
Work Skills
Killamari vs Surfent 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 Surfent's 90.
- You specifically want Fried Squid as your combat partner skill.
- Ride / mobility partner skill.
- Dual Dark/Water typing for coverage.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Killamari is Food 3.
- You value bulk in Water fights — Surfent brings 80 Defense.
- You specifically want Swift Swimmer as your combat partner skill.
- Watering Lv3 base contribution.
- Ride / mobility partner skill.
- Surfent sits at R4 in this band — stronger base rarity ceiling than Killamari.