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Knocklem vs Tetroise

Knocklem vs Tetroise — 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 Tetroise's 100.
  • You specifically want Steel Guardian Mode as your combat partner skill.
  • You want access to the exclusive skill Ground Cutter.

Pick Tetroise if…

  • You specifically want Masonry Archelon as your combat partner skill.
  • You want access to the exclusive skill Cube Press.
  • Ride / mobility partner skill.
Verdict

Knocklem and Tetroise 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. Tetroise answers with Masonry Archelon and 100 attack. Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.

At a Glance

Knocklem
Stat
Tetroise
Ground
Type
Ground
R9
Winner
Rarity
R8
110
Winner
Attack
100
126
Winner
HP
95
135
Defense
135
Steel Guardian ModeWhen activated, a steel resolve increases Knocklem's Attack by (50~200)% and Defense by (50~200)% for a limited time.
Partner Skill
Masonry ArchelonCan be ridden While at a base, increases the Mining Work Suitability Level for all other Base Pals by +1 . (Does not stack) Technology 48
Ground Cutter450 Power
Exclusive Skill
Cube Press600 Power
Rocky Impact600 Power
Top Skill Power
Cube Press600 Power
Mining · Transporting · GatheringLv7 · Lv7 · Lv4
Winner
Work Skills
MiningLv4
No
Ride / Mount
Yes
9
Food Upkeep
8
Winner

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

Tetroise

Strengths

  • Strong Mining worker (Lv4)
  • Ride / mobility partner skill
  • High-rarity late-game Pal

Weaknesses

  • Food 8 — heavy ranch upkeep
  • Mono Ground typing limits elemental coverage

Combat Kit

Knocklem

Partner Skill

Steel Guardian Mode

When activated, a steel resolve increases Knocklem's Attack by (50~200)% and Defense by (50~200)% for a limited time.

Active Skills

Tetroise

Partner Skill

Masonry Archelon

Can be ridden While at a base, increases the Mining Work Suitability Level for all other Base Pals by +1 . (Does not stack) Technology 48

Active Skills

Work Skills

Knocklem vs Tetroise on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.

Pal
Knocklem#159
4
7
7
Tetroise#142
4

Who Should You Use?

Knocklem
Use Knocklem if…
  • You want the higher raw attack frame — Knocklem hits 110 vs Tetroise's 100.
  • You specifically want Steel Guardian Mode as your combat partner skill.
  • You want access to the exclusive skill Ground Cutter.
  • Knocklem sits at R9 in this band — stronger base rarity ceiling than Tetroise.
Knocklem Pal Page
Tetroise
Use Tetroise if…
  • You specifically want Masonry Archelon as your combat partner skill.
  • You want access to the exclusive skill Cube Press.
  • Ride / mobility partner skill.
  • Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Tetroise is Food 8.
Tetroise Pal Page