Smokie Cryst vs Splatterina
Smokie Cryst vs Splatterina — two Dark Pals in the Early (R1–4) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Smokie Cryst if…
- 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.
Pick Splatterina if…
- You want the higher raw attack frame — Splatterina hits 115 vs Smokie Cryst's 100.
- You specifically want Blade of Uncontrolled Passion as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Grudge Barrage.
Smokie Cryst and Splatterina both cover Dark DPS in the Early (R1–4) band, but they win different fights. Smokie Cryst leans on Cryo Instincts and a 100 attack frame. Splatterina answers with Blade of Uncontrolled Passion and 115 attack (105 Defense vs 90). Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.
At a Glance
Strengths & Weaknesses
Smokie Cryst
Strengths
- Cooling Lv2 base contribution
- Dual Dark/Ice typing for coverage
Weaknesses
- Better as a specialist than a do-everything pick
Splatterina
Strengths
- Strong Handiwork worker (Lv6)
- Strong Medicine Production worker (Lv5)
- Flexible base helper — 4 work roles
Weaknesses
- Food 7 — high upkeep
- Mono Dark typing limits elemental coverage
Combat Kit
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
Partner Skill
Blade of Uncontrolled PassionWhile in party, the amount of items obtained from using the Meat Cleaver increases by (100~200)% . (Does not stack)
Active Skills
- Lv1Dark Ball50
- Lv7Umbral Surge60
- Lv15Dark Cannon70
- Lv22Shadow Burst80
- Lv30Nightmare Ball300
Work Skills
Smokie Cryst vs Splatterina on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.
| Pal | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smokie Cryst#149B | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Splatterina#153 | — | — | 6 | 3 | 5 | 2 |
Who Should You Use?
- 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.
- You want the higher raw attack frame — Splatterina hits 115 vs Smokie Cryst's 100.
- You specifically want Blade of Uncontrolled Passion as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Grudge Barrage.
- Splatterina sits at R4 in this band — stronger base rarity ceiling than Smokie Cryst.