Palworld Experiment #01A – Necromus and Frostallion Noct Raid Test Results ~ HaploGamingChef

Introduction to the Experiment

In Palworld, choosing the right Pal for endgame raids makes a significant difference in performance. This experiment, labeled #01A, dives into a side-by-side comparison between two high-tier Dark Pals: Necromas and Frostallion Noct. The goal? To determine which one delivers better results under identical conditions during raid boss encounters.

Both Pals were tested using five of each in the same fight, with identical passives and skill sets to eliminate variability. The experiment focuses strictly on raid effectiveness, which means utility in other modes like tower battles is not a consideration here.

Setup and What to Expect

Before starting, we need to point out that Twin Spears, a signature move from Necromus, behaves poorly in raid boss scenarios. While strong in tower battles and open world content, this skill fails to land full damage in raids because of how bosses interact with knockback mechanics. So, Twin Spears was excluded from the skill rotation in this experiment.

The analysis includes:

Stat comparisons
Skill performance breakdown
Head-to-head performance against raid bosses like Bellanor, Blazamut, and Xenogard
Overall flexibility, strengths, and weaknesses of each Pal

Necromas – Overview and Raid-Specific Build

Necromus brings serious power to any team thanks to its high base attack stat, which can go up to 4,700 with proper buffs like attack food. In raids, this offensive strength often translates to faster phase clears—provided the skills can land properly.

Strengths of Necromas in Raids:

Narrow hitbox: easier to manage in high-density fights
High attack ceiling: great for pushing DPS
Aggressive AI: tends to close gaps quickly
Strong synergy with close-range abilities

Weaknesses in Raids:

Twin Spears ineffective against bosses immune to knockback
Lower HP and defense compared to Frostallion Noct
Cannot inherit unique skills from breeding (e.g., Dark Wisp)
Less flexibility in countering various elemental raid types

Frostallion Noct – Versatility and Endurance

Frostallion Noct is a tanky, flexible Dark Pal with slightly lower attack output than Necromus but compensates with broader skill compatibility. In this test, Frostallion was given Musclehead, Serenity, Legend, and Demon Lord passives, resulting in 4,100 attack, 2,000 defense, and around 12,000 HP.

Strengths of Frostallion Noct in Raids:

High overall stat pool—the highest total in Palworld
Capable of learning powerful skills like Dark Wisp
More adaptable via breeding options
Durable with superior defense and HP

Weaknesses in Raids:

Wide hitbox makes it more likely to take AoE damage
Lower offensive ceiling compared to Necromus
AI slightly less aggressive
Slightly slower time to engage during high-mobility boss fights

Detailed Combat Performance Analysis

To test raid viability, both Pals were placed in identical raid boss encounters. The focus was on Bellanor, a Dark-type raid boss that provides a neutral ground for comparison, as both Necromus and Frostallion Noct are also Dark-type Pals.

Test Method:

5 Necromus and 5 Frostallion Noct used separately in the same raid
Identical passives and skills (excluding Twin Spears)
Same buffs, gear setup, and raid timer
Goal: Reach Phase 2 of the boss as quickly as possible

Necromus Results

Necromus advanced Bellanor into Phase 2 in approximately 4 minutes and 15 seconds. The main contributors to this performance were:

High attack stat
Efficient close-range skills like Beam Slicer and Flame Funnel
Quick re-engagement speed after knockback

Frostallion Noct Results

Frostallion Noct reached Phase 2 in about 5 minutes flat, on average. Its damage was consistent but slightly lower due to:

Less aggressive positioning AI
Higher survivability, leading to longer-lasting Pals but slower kills
Effective use of Dark Wisp, which Necromus cannot use

Key Mechanics – Hitbox, Skills, and Knockback Immunity

One of the biggest differences comes down to how the two Pals interact with boss mechanics. Most raid bosses are immune to knockback and knock-up effects. This severely limits skills like Twin Spears, which rely on disrupting enemy positioning.

Hitbox Analysis:

Necromus has a narrow hitbox, making it more reliable at dodging raid AoEs
Frostallion Noct has a broad hitbox, leading to more consistent hits taken

Skill Compatibility:

Necromus has a limited skill pool and cannot inherit unique skills through breeding
Frostallion Noct can learn powerful custom skills like Thunder Gale, Dark Wisp, or even elemental coverage against raid types

Flexibility and Raid Composition Considerations

The Palworld raid meta favors flexibility—meaning the ability to adapt builds for the boss type. Here’s how the two stack up:

Necromus

Ideal against Holy or Light-based bosses
Benefits from heavy melee-focused team setups
Poor performance in neutral or knockback-immune encounters due to lack of skill diversity

Frostallion Noct

More useful in mixed element raids
Can cover multiple enemy weaknesses via skill inheritance
Better suited for general raid rosters, even if not always top DPS

Final Thoughts – Who Comes Out on Top?

In raw numbers, Necromus outputs higher DPS when the skills connect, and the raid environment allows aggressive melee engagement. In most controlled, predictable fights, Necromus pulls ahead by 15–20% damage margin.

However, Frostallion Noct brings flexibility, better survivability, and skill options. Against neutral or unpredictable bosses, or when dealing with raid mechanics that punish melee aggression, Frostallion Noct is the safer pick.

So who wins? It depends:

Pick Necromus if:
- You're fighting a Holy raid boss
- You have a team supporting melee aggression
- You need burst damage over durability
Pick Frostallion Noct if:
- You're fighting neutral or multi-type bosses
- You want a more adaptable build
- You need skill flexibility via inheritance

Conclusion – Building Smarter for Raids

This experiment underlines an important theme in Palworld: There’s no one-size-fits-all solution for raids. While Necromus delivers superior numbers in the right setup, Frostallion Noct is built for sustainability and adaptability.

As Palworld expands and new bosses, passives, and skill mechanics enter the meta, expect the viability gap between these two Dark Pals to narrow—or even flip. For now, though, Necromus is the edge DPS pick, while Frostallion Noct remains the flexible all-rounder.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Which Pal has the highest total stats—Necromus or Frostallion Noct?
A: Frostallion Noct has the highest total stat pool in Palworld, especially in HP and defense. Necromus has higher base attack, which translates to better DPS in the right setup.

Q2: Is Twin Spears a good skill for raids?
A: No. Twin Spears is ineffective in raids because most bosses are immune to knockback, which negates the skill’s core mechanics.

Q3: Can Necromus inherit skills like Dark Wisp?
A: No. Necromus cannot inherit unique or passive skills from other Pals, limiting its flexibility compared to Frostallion Noct.

Q4: Which is better for Holy or Light-type raid bosses?
A: Necromus is typically the better choice against Holy or Light-type bosses due to its high attack and offensive skill synergy.

Q5: Which Pal is more versatile across raid types?
A: Frostallion Noct is more adaptable because it can inherit elemental skills to cover more enemy weaknesses.

Q6: Why does Frostallion Noct take more damage in raids?
A: Its wider hitbox makes it more prone to raid boss AoEs, despite its high HP and defense.

Q7: Should I use both in a raid team?
A: Yes, in many cases mixing Necromus and Frostallion Noct provides both raw power and survivability.

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