Loupmoon vs Smokie Cryst
Loupmoon vs Smokie Cryst — two Dark Pals in the Early (R1–4) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Loupmoon if…
- You want the higher raw attack frame — Loupmoon hits 130 vs Smokie Cryst's 100.
- You specifically want Claws Glistening In The Dark as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Jumping Claw.
Pick Smokie Cryst if…
- You value bulk in Dark fights — Smokie Cryst brings 90 Defense.
- You specifically want Cryo Instincts as your combat partner skill.
- Dual Dark/Ice typing for coverage.
Loupmoon and Smokie Cryst both cover Dark DPS in the Early (R1–4) band, but they win different fights. Loupmoon leans on Claws Glistening In The Dark and a 130 attack frame plus exclusive Jumping Claw. Smokie Cryst answers with Cryo Instincts and 100 attack (90 Defense vs 80). Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.
At a Glance
Strengths & Weaknesses
Loupmoon
Strengths
- Exclusive skill: Jumping Claw
Weaknesses
- Mono Dark typing limits elemental coverage
- Only light Handiwork work (Lv2)
- Frail early-game combat stats
Smokie Cryst
Strengths
- Cooling Lv2 base contribution
- Dual Dark/Ice typing for coverage
Weaknesses
- Better as a specialist than a do-everything pick
Combat Kit
Partner Skill
Claws Glistening In The DarkWhen activated, attacks targeted enemy with a powerful Jumping Claw.
Active Skills
- Lv1Dark Ball40
- Lv7Jumping ClawExclusive55
- Lv15Shadow Burst55
- Lv22Icicle Cutter55
- Lv30Spirit Flame75
Partner Skill
Cryo InstinctsWhile at a base, increases the Cooling Work Suitability Level for all other Base Pals by +1 . (Does not stack)
Active Skills
- Lv1Double Fang (Dark)40
- Lv2Fierce Fang (Dark)50
- Lv7Icicle Cutter80
- Lv15Crystal Breath160
- Lv22Icicle Bullet250
Work Skills
Loupmoon vs Smokie Cryst on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.
| Pal | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Loupmoon#056 | 2 | — | — |
| Smokie Cryst#149B | — | 2 | 2 |
Who Should You Use?
- You want the higher raw attack frame — Loupmoon hits 130 vs Smokie Cryst's 100.
- You specifically want Claws Glistening In The Dark as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Jumping Claw.
- Exclusive skill: Jumping Claw.
- You value bulk in Dark fights — Smokie Cryst brings 90 Defense.
- You specifically want Cryo Instincts as your combat partner skill.
- Dual Dark/Ice typing for coverage.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Smokie Cryst is Food 3.