Killamari vs Tarantriss
Killamari vs Tarantriss — two Dark Pals in the Early (R1–4) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Killamari if…
- You specifically want Fried Squid as your combat partner skill.
- Ride / mobility partner skill.
- Dual Dark/Water typing for coverage.
Pick Tarantriss if…
- You value bulk in Dark fights — Tarantriss brings 100 Defense.
- You specifically want Tarantriss’ Web as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Webstrike Impact.
Killamari and Tarantriss 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. Tarantriss answers with Tarantriss’ Web and 100 attack (100 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
Tarantriss
Strengths
- Flexible base helper — 4 work roles
- Useful as a mounted travel Pal
- Exclusive skill: Webstrike Impact
Weaknesses
- Mono Dark 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
Tarantriss’ WebCan be ridden. Can double jump while mounted. Additionally, can shoot spider web to grapple and move at high speed. Technology 20
Active Skills
- Lv1Poison Fog—
- Lv7Poison Blast30
- Lv15Umbral Surge60
- Lv22Dark Arrow120
- Lv30Webstrike ImpactExclusive250
Work Skills
Killamari vs Tarantriss on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.
| Pal | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Killamari#030 | 1 | 1 | 2 | — | — |
| Tarantriss#071 | — | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
Who Should You Use?
- 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 Dark fights — Tarantriss brings 100 Defense.
- You specifically want Tarantriss’ Web as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Webstrike Impact.
- Useful as a mounted travel Pal.
- Exclusive skill: Webstrike Impact.