Solenne vs Vanwyrm Cryst
Solenne vs Vanwyrm Cryst — two Dark Pals in the Mid (R5–7) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Solenne if…
- You value bulk in Dark fights — Solenne brings 115 Defense.
- You specifically want Untainted Maiden as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Black Quilled Ballet.
Pick Vanwyrm Cryst if…
- You specifically want Aerial Marauder as your combat partner skill.
- Solid ranged attack for its tier.
- Ride / mobility partner skill.
Solenne and Vanwyrm Cryst both cover Dark DPS in the Mid (R5–7) band, but they win different fights. Solenne leans on Untainted Maiden and a 115 attack frame plus exclusive Black Quilled Ballet. Vanwyrm Cryst answers with Aerial Marauder and 120 attack (95 Defense vs 115). Pick the partner skill and bulk profile that match how you actually fight — not just the rarer dex number.
At a Glance
Strengths & Weaknesses
Solenne
Strengths
- Top-tier Handiwork (Lv8)
- Strong Gathering worker (Lv4)
- Flexible base helper — 3 work roles
Weaknesses
- Food 9 — heavy ranch upkeep
Vanwyrm Cryst
Strengths
- Transporting Lv3 base contribution
- Solid ranged attack for its tier
- Ride / mobility partner skill
Weaknesses
- Food 6 — hungrier than average workers
Combat Kit
Partner Skill
Untainted MaidenWhile in party, increases the player's Attack by (30~80)% if all Pals in party are different species. (Does not stack)
Active Skills
- Lv1Dark Shot40
- Lv7Dark Cannon70
- Lv15Air Blade160
- Lv22Nightmare Ball300
- Lv30Dark Laser450
Partner Skill
Aerial MarauderCan be ridden as a flying mount. Increases damage player deals to enemy weak points while mounted.
Active Skills
- Lv1Air Cannon25
- Lv7Ice Missile30
- Lv15Icicle Cutter55
- Lv22Cryst Breath90
- Lv30Nightmare Ball100
Work Skills
Solenne vs Vanwyrm Cryst on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.
| Pal | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solenne#182 | 8 | 4 | 2 | — |
| Vanwyrm Cryst#64B | — | — | 3 | 2 |
Who Should You Use?
- You value bulk in Dark fights — Solenne brings 115 Defense.
- You specifically want Untainted Maiden as your combat partner skill.
- You want access to the exclusive skill Black Quilled Ballet.
- Solenne sits at R7 in this band — stronger base rarity ceiling than Vanwyrm Cryst.
- You specifically want Aerial Marauder as your combat partner skill.
- Solid ranged attack for its tier.
- Ride / mobility partner skill.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Vanwyrm Cryst is Food 6.