Ground Mounts are the fastest way to travel across Palpagos Island before you unlock powerful flying mounts, and many remain useful even in the late game thanks to their unique Partner Skills. Some excel at pure speed, while others provide bonuses like increased carrying capacity, elemental weapon infusions, resource gathering, or improved Pal hunting.
This tier list ranks every rideable Ground Mount in Palworld Version 1.0, including mounts introduced in the Sakurajima Summer and Feybreak updates. Rankings are based on movement speed, exploration potential, mobility, and the usefulness of each Pal’s Partner Skill.
Ground Mount Tier List
| Tier | Pals |
|---|---|
| S Tier | Paladius |
| A Tier | Ophydia |
| B Tier | Starryon, Starryon Primo, Celesdir, Celesdir Noct, Azurmane, Bastigor, Gildane, Fenglope Lux, Kitsun Noct, Shroomer, Shroomer Noct, Dazemu, Yakumo, Xenogard, Chillet Ignis, Blazamut Ryu, Rayhound, Rayhound Cryst, Silvegis, Aegidron, Univolt, Univolt Cryst, Mammorest, Mammorest Cryst, Dinossom, Dinossom Lux, Blazamut, Chillet, Sweepa, Blazehowl, Blazehowl Noct, Maraith, Pyrin, Pyrin Noct, Kingpaca, Kingpaca Cryst, Kitsun, Wumpo, Wumpo Botan, Arsox, Fenglope, Direhowl, Reindrix, Broncherry, Broncherry Aqua |
| C Tier | Dualith, Dualith Noct, Moldron, Moldron Cryst, Bulldosu, Palumba, Tarantriss, Surfent Terra, Grintale, Grizzbolt, Melpaca, Eikthyrdeer, Eikthyrdeer Terra, Reptyro, Reptyro Cryst, Jormuntide Ignis, Relaxaurus, Relaxaurus Lux, Mossanda, Mossanda Lux, Rushoar |
| D Tier | Polapup, Polapup Terra, Illuminant Slime, Rainbow Slime, Red Slime, Blue Slime, Green Slime, Purple Slime, Tetroise, Tetroise Primo |
Palworld 1.0 Ground Mount Tier List – Best
S Tier
These are the absolute best Ground Mounts in Palworld. They combine unmatched movement speed with exceptional mobility, making them the ideal choice for exploring every region of the map. They remain useful from the moment you unlock them until the end of the game.
A Tier
These mounts are only slightly behind the best options. They offer outstanding speed and excellent Partner Skills, making them reliable choices for nearly every activity.
B Tier
B Tier contains the majority of Ground Mounts in Palworld. These Pals are fast enough for regular exploration while providing useful bonuses for combat, gathering, or farming. Many players will spend most of their adventure using one of these mounts.
C Tier
These Ground Mounts are serviceable during the early and mid-game but eventually become outclassed by faster alternatives. Their Partner Skills often make them worth keeping even after you replace them as your primary mount.
D Tier
These are the slowest Ground Mounts available. While they generally aren’t recommended for traveling long distances, several still possess useful Partner Skills that can make them valuable in specific situations.
S Tier Ground Mounts
Paladius
Paladius is widely regarded as the strongest Ground Mount in Palworld and is currently the fastest land mount available in Version 1.0. Its incredible movement speed allows players to cross massive distances in a fraction of the time required by other mounts, making exploration far more efficient. What truly separates Paladius from every other Ground Mount is its exclusive Triple Jump, which allows players to climb cliffs, cross ravines, and navigate difficult terrain without relying on a flying mount. Because of its unmatched mobility, Paladius remains the best choice for end-game exploration, Alpha Pal hunting, and discovering hidden locations throughout Palpagos Island. The only drawback is that it is a Legendary Pal encountered late in the game, making it one of the most challenging mounts to capture.
A Tier Ground Mounts
Ophydia
Ophydia is one of the fastest Ground Mounts introduced in Version 1.0 and offers an excellent balance of speed and reliability. Although it cannot match the unique Triple Jump of Paladius, its running speed is among the highest in the game, making it an exceptional choice for players who prioritize efficient travel. Ophydia performs well across every biome and requires very little compromise, making it one of the strongest late-game mounts available.
B Tier Ground Mounts
Starryon
Starryon is one of the best non-Legendary Ground Mounts thanks to its impressive running speed and Partner Skill, which further improves movement while mounted. It offers excellent mobility throughout the game and remains competitive even after unlocking stronger mounts. Players looking for a reliable exploration companion will find Starryon to be one of the best overall choices.
Starryon Primo
Starryon Primo builds upon the strengths of the original Starryon with excellent speed and dependable exploration performance. It is capable of covering large distances quickly and serves as a strong late-game alternative for players who haven’t obtained Paladius.
Celesdir
Celesdir combines solid movement speed with dependable overall performance, making it an excellent all-around Ground Mount. It handles long-distance travel comfortably and remains useful throughout the later stages of the game.
Celesdir Noct
Celesdir Noct performs similarly to its standard counterpart but offers Dark typing and slightly different combat applications. Its movement speed remains excellent, making it a reliable exploration mount.
Azurmane
Azurmane is one of the standout additions in Version 1.0. Its Partner Skill increases movement speed while mounted, allowing players to travel across the map quickly. Combined with strong combat performance, Azurmane is an excellent all-purpose companion.
Bastigor
Bastigor offers fast movement and dependable performance during exploration. While it doesn’t possess a game-changing Partner Skill, its overall speed makes it a worthwhile mount for players progressing through the late game.
Gildane
Gildane provides respectable movement speed while also infusing the player’s weapons with an elemental effect when mounted. This makes it valuable for both exploration and combat-focused players.
Fenglope Lux
Fenglope Lux inherits the excellent mobility of Fenglope while also gaining the ability to perform multiple jumps. It can also increase certain enemy drops, giving it additional farming value beyond exploration.
Shroomer & Shroomer Noct
Both Shroomer variants offer above-average movement speed and solid overall performance. Although they aren’t among the fastest mounts in the game, they provide reliable transportation throughout the mid and late game.
Dazemu
Dazemu becomes one of the fastest Ground Mounts whenever it travels across sandy terrain. Its Partner Skill dramatically increases movement speed in deserts, making it the best mount for exploring those regions. Outside of sandy areas, it still performs well enough to remain a competitive choice.
Yakumo
Yakumo’s movement speed is respectable, but its true value lies in its unique Partner Skill. While riding Yakumo, players have a higher chance of encountering Pals with matching Passive Skills. This makes it one of the most useful mounts for breeding perfect Pals and farming rare passives.
Xenogard
Xenogard combines solid speed with a Partner Skill that increases item drops while mounted. Players farming materials or rare resources will benefit greatly from using Xenogard during exploration.
Chillet Ignis
Chillet Ignis offers good movement speed while allowing players to infuse their weapons with Fire damage. It is an excellent hybrid mount for players who enjoy combining exploration with combat.
Blazamut Ryu
Blazamut Ryu provides respectable movement speed while also increasing Fire damage dealt by the player when mounted. It excels in combat-heavy exploration.
Rayhound
Rayhound is one of the fastest early-to-mid game mounts and also possesses the ability to perform multiple jumps, making exploration significantly easier before obtaining legendary mounts.
Direhowl
Direhowl continues to be one of the best early-game Ground Mounts because its Partner Skill directly boosts its movement speed. It is available early, easy to capture, and remains surprisingly competitive well into the mid-game. New players looking for their first fast mount should prioritize obtaining Direhowl.
Fenglope
Fenglope remains one of the strongest exploration mounts thanks to its exceptional speed and Double Jump ability. Even after unlocking stronger mounts, many players continue using Fenglope because of its excellent mobility.
Univolt
Univolt provides solid movement speed while allowing the player’s weapons to deal Electric damage during mounted combat. It serves as both an exploration and combat mount.
Kitsun
Kitsun is particularly valuable when exploring harsh environments because it protects players from both hot and cold temperatures while mounted. Although it isn’t among the fastest mounts available, its utility makes it an excellent companion.
Wumpo & Wumpo Botan
These mounts significantly increase carrying capacity while mounted, making them perfect for mining sessions and transporting heavy resources back to base.
Kingpaca & Kingpaca Cryst
Like Wumpo, Kingpaca increases carrying capacity, allowing players to gather more materials before becoming overencumbered.
Broncherry & Broncherry Aqua
Broncherry variants also increase carrying capacity, making them excellent gathering mounts for resource farming.
C Tier Ground Mounts
Mounts in this tier are generally slower than higher-ranked options but remain useful because of their Partner Skills.
- Eikthyrdeer can perform Double Jumps while also improving lumbering efficiency.
- Reptyro and Reptyro Cryst increase mining efficiency, making ore farming much faster.
- Grizzbolt, Relaxaurus, Relaxaurus Lux, Mossanda, and Mossanda Lux can equip mounted weapons, giving them unique combat utility.
- Jormuntide Ignis, Grintale, and several others increase elemental damage while mounted, making them worthwhile combat companions despite their average movement speed.
D Tier Ground Mounts
Mounts in D Tier have the slowest movement speeds in Palworld and are generally not recommended for long-distance exploration. However, they may still be worth collecting if you enjoy completing your Paldeck or want access to their unique Partner Skills. These include Polapup, Tetroise, the various Slime variants, and their alternate forms.
Ground Mounts with Unique Partner Skills
Best for Multiple Jumps
- Paladius (Triple Jump)
- Fenglope
- Fenglope Lux
- Rayhound
- Eikthyrdeer
- Eikthyrdeer Terra
- Necromus
Best for Carry Weight
- Wumpo
- Wumpo Botan
- Kingpaca
- Kingpaca Cryst
- Broncherry
- Broncherry Aqua
Best for Weapon Element Infusion
- Chillet
- Chillet Ignis
- Pyrin
- Pyrin Noct
- Univolt
- Maraith
- Gildane
- Kitsun Noct
Best for Element Damage
- Blazamut
- Blazamut Ryu
- Dinossom
- Dinossom Lux
- Grintale
- Jormuntide Ignis
Best for Mounted Weapons
- Grizzbolt
- Mossanda
- Mossanda Lux
- Relaxaurus
- Relaxaurus Lux
Best for Mining
- Reptyro
- Reptyro Cryst
- Rushoar
Best for Lumbering
- Mammorest
- Mammorest Cryst
- Eikthyrdeer
- Eikthyrdeer Terra
Best for Farming Passive Skills
- Yakumo
Best for Desert Exploration
- Dazemu
Best Passive Skills for Ground Mounts
If you’re breeding the perfect Ground Mount, prioritize these Passive Skills:
| Passive Skill | Effect |
|---|---|
| Swift | Increases movement speed by 30%. |
| Legend | Increases Attack, Defense, and movement speed by 20%. |
| Runner | Increases movement speed by 20%. |
| Nimble | Increases movement speed by 10%. |
| Eternal Engine | Increases mount stamina by 75%. |
The best overall movement build is Legend + Swift + Runner + Nimble. If you prefer longer travel without stopping, replace Nimble with Eternal Engine for a significant stamina boost.
Paladius remains the undisputed king of Ground Mounts thanks to its incredible speed and exclusive Triple Jump, making it the best choice for exploration in Version 1.0. Ophydia is an outstanding alternative for players seeking elite performance without relying on a Legendary mount, while Direhowl continues to dominate the early game with its excellent speed and accessibility. Meanwhile, utility-focused mounts such as Yakumo, Dazemu, Wumpo, and Kitsun prove that the best Ground Mount isn’t always the fastest—sometimes the right Partner Skill can make all the difference depending on your playstyle.