Necromus
The dark knight Pal, Necromus fights alongside Paladius as a dual-boss encounter. Its shadow lances and black armor make it a terrifying opponent in close combat.
Stats
Work Suitability
Partner Skill
Dark Knight of the Abyss
Can be ridden. Can double jump while mounted. When Twin Spears skill is activated, a Paladius in your party will appear and attack alongside you.
Active Skills (10)
| Active Skills | Lv | Power | CD | Range | Element | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shadow Burst | Lv 1 | 80 | 4s | 0 - 300 | Dark | Fires rapid projectiles at distant targets. Dark damage. |
| Spirit Fire | Lv 7 | 80 | 4s | 1000 - 3000 | Fire | Summons ethereal energy to strike the target. Fire damage. |
| Spirit Flame | Lv 15 | 200 | 12s | 500 - 5000 | Dark | Summons ethereal energy to strike the target. Dark damage. |
| Nightmare Ball | Lv 22 | 300 | 16s | 1000 - 5000 | Dark | Launches an explosive orb. Dark damage. |
| Rock Lance | Lv 30 | 400 | 20s | 100 - 5000 | Earth | Delivers focused damage at medium range. Earth damage. |
| Twin Spears | Lv 40 | 700 | 30s | 0 - 1000 | Dark | Deals dark damage to the target. |
| Dark Laser | Lv 50 | 450 | 20s | 500 - 1800 | Dark | Channels a concentrated beam. Dark damage. |
| Apocalypse | Lv 55 | 400 | 20s | 100 - 5000 | Dark | Deals dark damage to the target. |
| Rocky Impact | Lv 60 | 600 | 30s | 0 - 5000 | Earth | A powerful close-range blow. Earth damage. |
| Dark Whisp | Lv 70 | 600 | 30s | 0 - 1500 | Dark | Deals dark damage to the target. |
Possible Drops
| Item | Amount | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| HHexolite Quartz | 10 - 10 | 100% |
| DDiamond | 1 - 1 | 100% |
| LLarge Pal Soul | 1 - 1 | 100% |
How to Get Necromus
Habitat
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night• Lower HP to 1-5% before throwing spheres.
• Use Legendary Spheres or better for best results.
• Extremely difficult to capture. Use Legendary Spheres only and lower HP to 1% before throwing.
Breeding Combinations
Any two Pals can breed with each other. The offspring inherits the average Breeding Power of both parents. Find common parent combos below or use the full Breeding Calculator.
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FAQ
How to catch Necromus in Palworld?
Necromus spawns alongside Paladius at the Desert Tower. Fight both at once — separate them and focus on Necromus first. Use Dragon-type Pals and bring Legendary Spheres. The catch rate is very low, so lower HP as much as possible.
Is Necromus a good Dark-type Pal?
Yes. Necromus is one of the strongest Dark-type Legendary Pals with excellent Attack stats. Its shadow lance attacks deal high damage, and its Partner Skill boosts your attack when mounted. It pairs well with Paladius in team compositions.
Necromus vs Paladius — stat comparison?
Necromus has higher Attack (130 melee / 125 shot) compared to Paladius (120 / 120), but Paladius has better Defense (125 vs 120). Necromus leans toward offense while Paladius is more balanced. Both have the same HP (130).
Can Necromus be used as a mount?
Yes, Necromus can be ridden. Its Partner Skill changes your attack type to Dark and increases your Attack power while mounted, making it excellent for player-driven combat against Light and Neutral enemies.
What is Necromus weak against?
As a Dark-type Pal, Necromus is weak against Dragon-type attacks. Bring Dragon Pals like Jetragon, Astegon, or Orserk to deal maximum damage. Avoid using Psychic (Light) or Ghost-type attacks.
How to breed Necromus?
Necromus has a Breeding Power of 285. Pair it with another high-power Pal (around 285-290 range) to breed more. Popular breeding combos include Necromus + Frostallion. The offspring inherits the average Breeding Power of both parents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Necromus
How do I catch this Pal?
Use the right sphere for its level — check the sphere guide for level-to-sphere matching. Lower HP to 1-5%, then throw from behind for +50% capture rate. High-level Pals may need Legendary or Ultimate Spheres.→ Sphere Guide
Can I breed this Pal?
Yes, any two Pals can breed. Use the breeding calculator to find parents that produce this Pal — including a reverse lookup that shows the cheapest parent combination. Check the breeding guide for the hidden Breeding Power formula.→ Breeding Calculator
What is this Pal best used for?
Check the Work Suitability and stats above. High Mining level → base miner. High Handiwork → crafter. High sprinting speed → flying mount. For combat, sort by combat stats and check element matchups on the type chart.→ Type Chart