Knocklem vs Menasting
Knocklem vs Menasting — two Ground Pals in the High (R8–10) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Knocklem if…
- You want the higher raw attack frame — Knocklem hits 110 vs Menasting's 100.
- You specifically want Steel Guardian Mode as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Ground Cutter.
Pick Menasting if…
- You specifically want Steel Scorpion as your combat partner skill.
- Very fast mount / travel option.
- Party buff partner skill.
Knocklem and Menasting both cover Ground DPS in the High (R8–10) band, but they win different fights. Knocklem leans on Steel Guardian Mode and a 110 attack frame plus exclusive Ground Cutter. Menasting answers with Steel Scorpion and 100 attack (130 Defense vs 135). Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.
At a Glance
Strengths & Weaknesses
Knocklem
Strengths
- Near-best Mining (Lv7)
- Top-tier Transporting (Lv7)
- Flexible base helper — 3 work roles
Weaknesses
- Food 9 — heavy ranch upkeep
- Mono Ground typing limits elemental coverage
Menasting
Strengths
- Strong Mining worker (Lv5)
- Very fast mount / travel option
- Party buff partner skill
Weaknesses
- Food 7 — high upkeep
Combat Kit
Partner Skill
Steel Guardian ModeWhen activated, a steel resolve increases Knocklem's Attack by (50~200)% and Defense by (50~200)% for a limited time.
Active Skills
- Lv1Power Shot80
- Lv7Stone Blast80
- Lv15Stone Cannon120
- Lv22Rockburst300
- Lv30Rock Lance400
Partner Skill
Steel ScorpionWhen fighting together, increases the player's defense and Electric Pals drop more items when defeated.
Active Skills
- Lv1Sand Blast40
- Lv7Poison Blast30
- Lv15Shadow Burst55
- Lv22Stone Cannon70
- Lv30Nightmare Ball100
Work Skills
Knocklem vs Menasting 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 — Knocklem hits 110 vs Menasting's 100.
- You specifically want Steel Guardian Mode as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Ground Cutter.
- You specifically want Steel Scorpion as your combat partner skill.
- Very fast mount / travel option.
- Party buff partner skill.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Menasting is Food 7.