Palworld’s vast open world demands efficient transportation, and ground mounts serve as essential companions for traversing the diverse landscapes of Palpagos Island. WhilePalworld’s flying mounts might seem superior due to their perceived ability to cover ground much quicker, ground mounts also offer unique advantages, including cave accessibility, stamina efficiency, and specialized abilities that make them indispensable for serious players. Based on community feedback, speed testing, and practical utility, here’s how every major ground mount ranks.
S-Tier: Speedsters and Elite Performers
Necromus
Necromus stands as the undisputed champion ofground mounts inPalworld, boasting an incredible sprint speed of 1600 that leaves all competitors in the dust. This legendary Dark-type Pal represents the pinnacle of land-based transportation, offering not just raw speed but also practical utility through its double jump ability.
However, reaching Necromus requires defeating it alongside Paladius in a challenging endgame boss battle, making it accessible only to the most dedicated players.
The creature’s legendary status comes with appropriate rewards– Necromus can maintain its breakneck pace across virtually any terrain while providing enough maneuverability to navigate complex environments. When properly bred with speed-enhancingpassive skills inPalworld, like Swift and Runner, Necromus becomes an unstoppable force that makes exploration feel effortless.
Dazemu
Dazemu is arguably the fastest ground mount in the game due to its unique terrain-based speed bonus. What makes Dazemu particularly valuable is that the game’s definition of “sand” is remarkably generous, as most dirt paths and desert areas count as sandy terrain, providing consistent speed boosts throughout exploration.
Unlike the endgame legendary mounts, Dazemu becomes available at level 22, making it an accessible powerhouse for mid-game players. Its frequent spawns inthe Anubis Desertallow players to capture multiple specimens for condensing, potentially reaching four-star status within an hour of focused hunting.
Paladius
Paladius rounds out the S-tier with a remarkable triple jump ability that more than compensates for being slightly slower than Necromus. While its sprint speed of 1400 falls short of its legendary counterpart, Paladius excels in vertical mobility and terrain navigation. The triple jump proves invaluable for climbing cliffs, accessing elevated areas, and maintaining momentum across challenging landscapes. As a legendary Pal encountered alongside Necromus, Paladius shares the same accessibility challenges but offers a slightly different playstyle focused on agility over raw speed.
A-Tier: Reliable Workhorses
Pyrin and Pyrin Noct
The Pyrin variants represent excellent mid-game mount options that bridge the gap between early accessibility and endgame performance. With a respectable sprint speed of 1300, theseFire and Dark-type mountsprovide consistent performance while adding elemental damage to the player’s attacks when mounted. Pyrin becomes available at level 30, making it one of the first rapid mounts players can access.
Pyrin Noct offers the same statistical performance – albeit with Dark-type damage application, providing players with elemental variety based on their combat needs. Both variants benefit significantly from passive skill breeding, with proper combinations pushing their effective speed well beyond their base statistics.
Direhowl
Despite its relatively modest sprint speed, Direhowl earns its prestige through exceptional early-game value and surprising longevity. Available at level 9, Direhowl often serves as players' first proper mount and can remain viable throughout the entire game when properly upgraded. Its compact size allows access to dungeons and caves where larger mounts struggle.
Rayhound
Rayhound is an Electric-type mount that combines decent speed with valuable mobility options. Its double-jump ability provides more maneuverability than single-jump mounts while maintaining competitive speed. The combination of electrical attacks and enhanced mobility makes Rayhound particularly effective againstWater-type enemies. Available at level 26, Rayhound serves as an excellent stepping stone between early-game mounts and legendary options.
B-Tier: Solid Choices with Specific Advantages
Fenglope
Fenglope presents an interesting case study in mount design, offering a modest base speed but possessing one of the most powerful special abilities in the game. TheCloud TempestPalworldskillprovides explosive forward momentum that can surpass even S-tier mounts in short bursts, making it excellent for specific traversal situations.
However, Fenglope’s signature ability becomes less effective in confined spaces like dungeons, which limits its overall utility.
Univolt
Univolt serves as an excellent early-game mount that stays relevant throughout the mid-game progression. Its Electric-type attacks prove particularly effective against Water-type enemies, while its reasonable speed and early availability make it a popular choice forplayers upgrading from Direhowl. While eventually outclassed by higher-tier options, Univolt’s combination of accessibility, utility, and upgrade potential makes it a trusty performer that most players will appreciate during their journey.
Blazamut and Blazamut Ryu
While not the fastest mounts available, the Blazamut variants provide substantial damage bonuses and can serve dual roles as both transportation and combat partners. Blazamut Ryu, in particular, offers enhanced stats that justify its inclusion despite its moderate speed.
C-Tier: Functional Options
Arsox represents the classic mid-tier mount experience—functional but mundane. Its double jump provides some utility advantage, and the tree-cutting efficiency offers practical value for resource-gathering expeditions. However, its speed falls short of higher-tier options. The Fire-type damage application provides some combat utility, but not enough to compensate for the speed disadvantage in most practical situations.
Palworld’s Eikthyrdeer variants, on the other hand, serve as reliable early-to-mid-game mounts that perform adequately without excelling in any particular area. They’re accessible stepping stones, but their modest speed cements their temporary status.
D-Tier: Slow but Serviceable
Melpaca
Melpaca is primarily an early-game mount that helps players transition away from walking everywhere. Found in incredible numbers throughout thePalpagos Islands' central region, Melpaca offers easy access and basic mounting functionality, but its low speed makes it feel cumbersome once players experience faster alternatives.
Rushoar
Rushoar, many players' first mount experience, is unlocked at level 6 with useful rock-breaking capabilities. While its charging attack proves valuable for mining operations, its speed limitations become apparent quickly as players progress, and its role often shifts to specialized mining assistance as faster mounts become available.
Mammorest and Mammorest Cryst
The Mammorest variants represent the extreme end of the size-versus-speed trade-off. While their massive size and impressive appearance might attract new players, their sluggish movement speed makes them impractical for serious transportation needs. They function better as mobile bases or combat tanks than efficient mounts, making them novelty options rather than practical choices for traversal.
Palworld
WHERE TO PLAY
In this game, you can peacefully live alongside mysterious creatures known as Pals or risk your life to drive off a ruthless poaching syndicate. Pals can be used to fight and breed, or they can be made to work on farms or factories. You can even sell them or eat them.Survival: In a harsh environment where food is scarce and vicious poachers roam, danger waits around every corner. To survive, you must tread carefully and make difficult choices…even if that means eating your own Pals when the time comes.Mounts & Exploration: Pals can be mounted to traverse the land, sea and sky—allowing you to traverse all kinds of environment as you explore the world.Collect all kinds of exciting Pals to fight, farm, build, and work for you in this completely new multiplayer, open world survival and crafting game!
