Maraith vs Venusa
Maraith vs Venusa — two Dark Pals in the Mid (R5–7) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Maraith if…
- You specifically want Messenger Of Death as your combat partner skill.
- Ride / mobility partner skill.
- Maraith sits at R6 in this band — stronger base rarity ceiling than Venusa.
Pick Venusa if…
- You value bulk in Dark fights — Venusa brings 90 Defense.
- You specifically want Snake's Sagacity as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Poison Scatter.
Maraith and Venusa both cover Dark DPS in the Mid (R5–7) band, but they win different fights. Maraith leans on Messenger Of Death and a 105 attack frame. Venusa answers with Snake's Sagacity 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
Maraith
Strengths
- Strong Gathering worker (Lv4)
- Strong Mining worker (Lv4)
- Ride / mobility partner skill
Weaknesses
- Mono Dark typing limits elemental coverage
Venusa
Strengths
- Strong Gathering worker (Lv6)
- Strong Handiwork worker (Lv6)
- Flexible base helper — 4 work roles
Weaknesses
- Food 6 — hungrier than average workers
- Mono Dark typing limits elemental coverage
Combat Kit
Partner Skill
Messenger Of DeathCan be ridden. Applies Dark damage to the player's attacks while mounted.
Active Skills
- Lv1Ignis Blast30
- Lv7Dark Ball40
- Lv15Flare Arrow55
- Lv22Shadow Burst55
- Lv30Spirit Flame75
Partner Skill
Snake's SagacityWhile in party, the player's attacks inflict Blind (2~6) . (Does not stack)
Active Skills
- Lv1Poison Fog—
- Lv7Poison Blast30
- Lv15Shadow Burst80
- Lv22Spirit Flame200
- Lv30Poison Shower160
Work Skills
Maraith vs Venusa on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.
Who Should You Use?
- You specifically want Messenger Of Death as your combat partner skill.
- Ride / mobility partner skill.
- Maraith sits at R6 in this band — stronger base rarity ceiling than Venusa.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Maraith is Food 3.
- You value bulk in Dark fights — Venusa brings 90 Defense.
- You specifically want Snake's Sagacity as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Poison Scatter.