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Loupmoon vs Tarantriss

Loupmoon vs Tarantriss — 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 Tarantriss'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 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.
Verdict

Loupmoon and Tarantriss 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. Tarantriss answers with Tarantriss’ Web and 100 attack (100 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

Loupmoon
Stat
Tarantriss
Dark
Type
Dark
R3
Rarity
R3
130
Winner
Attack
100
80
HP
110
Winner
80
Defense
100
Winner
Claws Glistening In The DarkWhen activated, attacks targeted enemy with a powerful Jumping Claw.
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
Jumping Claw55 Power
Exclusive Skill
Dark Laser150 Power
Top Skill Power
Dark Whisp600 Power
Winner
HandiworkLv2
Work Skills
Gathering · Handiwork · Medicine Production · TransportingLv3 · Lv3 · Lv2 · Lv2
Winner
No
Ride / Mount
Yes
5
Food Upkeep
4
Winner

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

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

Loupmoon

Partner Skill

Claws Glistening In The Dark

When activated, attacks targeted enemy with a powerful Jumping Claw.

Active Skills

Tarantriss

Partner Skill

Tarantriss’ Web

Can be ridden. Can double jump while mounted. Additionally, can shoot spider web to grapple and move at high speed. Technology 20

Active Skills

Work Skills

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

Pal
Tarantriss#071
3
3
2
2
Loupmoon#056
2

Who Should You Use?

Loupmoon
Use Loupmoon if…
  • You want the higher raw attack frame — Loupmoon hits 130 vs Tarantriss'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.
Loupmoon Pal Page
Tarantriss
Use 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.
  • Useful as a mounted travel Pal.
  • Exclusive skill: Webstrike Impact.
Tarantriss Pal Page