Sootseer vs Wispaw
Sootseer vs Wispaw — two Dark Pals in the Mid (R5–7) rarity band competing for the same combat slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Sootseer if…
- You want the higher raw attack frame — Sootseer hits 125 vs Wispaw's 100.
- You specifically want Grave Robber as your combat partner skill.
- Solid ranged attack for its tier.
Pick Wispaw if…
- You specifically want Death-Cheating Feline as your combat partner skill.
- Party buff partner skill.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Wispaw is Food 6.
Sootseer and Wispaw both cover Dark DPS in the Mid (R5–7) band, but they win different fights. Sootseer leans on Grave Robber and a 125 attack frame. Wispaw answers with Death-Cheating Feline and 100 attack (70 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
Sootseer
Strengths
- Flexible base helper — 5 work roles
- Solid ranged attack for its tier
- Ranch production partner skill
Weaknesses
- Food 7 — high upkeep
Wispaw
Strengths
- Flexible base helper — 4 work roles
- Party buff partner skill
Weaknesses
- Food 6 — hungrier than average workers
- Mono Dark typing limits elemental coverage
Combat Kit
Partner Skill
Grave RobberWhile in party, player and party Pals take (15~30)% less Neutral damage. (Does not stack) Sometimes digs up Bone when assigned to Ranch .
Active Skills
- Lv1Ignis Blast40
- Lv7Dark Ball50
- Lv15Spirit Fire80
- Lv22Spirit Flame200
- Lv30Nightmare Ball300
Partner Skill
Death-Cheating FelineWhile in party, increases the capture rate when awarded a back bonus . (Does not stack)
Active Skills
- Lv1Dark Ball50
- Lv7Shadow Burst80
- Lv15Spirit Flame200
- Lv22Nightmare Ball300
- Lv30Blizzard Spike450
Work Skills
Sootseer vs Wispaw on shared work types — sort a column to see who wins the base slot.
Who Should You Use?
- You want the higher raw attack frame — Sootseer hits 125 vs Wispaw's 100.
- You specifically want Grave Robber as your combat partner skill.
- Solid ranged attack for its tier.
- Ranch production partner skill.
- Sootseer sits at R7 in this band — stronger base rarity ceiling than Wispaw.
- You specifically want Death-Cheating Feline as your combat partner skill.
- Party buff partner skill.
- Lower food upkeep matters on your ranch — Wispaw is Food 6.