Summary
Mining inPalworldis something players should never neglect, whether they are just building their first base, or have been playing for dozens of hours. Mining is the primary source ofobtaining stone and ore, which helps build stronger structures, weaponry, and various other items that are important for everyday maintenance. Players can bring a pickaxe into the wild and smash stone and ore, but Pals are best suited for this job.
There are 22 Pals roamingPalworldthat have Mining Work Suitability, ranging from Level 1 to Level 4. The higher the level, the faster and more efficient the Pal is at mining and building up a larger inventory of stone and ore. In the early game, it’s perfectly reasonable to put the lower-tier Pals to work, but as the map continues to unlock, so too will the number of stronger Pals with better efficiency.
Updated July 04, 2025 by Matt Weideman:Palworld was a wildly successful game that broke multiple records on Steam in the first few months after its release. With new content reviving the game and drawing people back to it, this list was expanded to include a few more mining Pals that players may want to seek out to help out their base.
1Kikit
The Armadillo Pal
Kikit is a Pal that is similar in shape and behavior to an armadillo. It is a ground-type Pal that is found on the far western side of the map on Forgotten Island. Since this is typically suggested for high-level players, players may not end up with a Kikit until fairly late in the game, when they already have other Pals that are better at mining.
Mining is Kikit’s only skill, however, which means that having some working around the base could free up other Pals with multiple skills so they can do some different work.
2Cattiva
The Common Cat
Among all the Lamballs and Chikipi roams the pink cat,Cattiva, and completes the trio ofthe most common Pals foundin the opening portion ofPalworld. These Neutral-type creatures will flee from confrontation at first glance, but they aren’t afraid to pull out their claws and engage once provoked. They can be found in the very first area of exploration.
It’s perfectly normal to have a few Cattiva on hand, as they are good beginner Pals for Mining. They also possess a Level 1 Gathering skill, which means they’ll gladly transfer the resources they mine themselves. A Level 1 Handiwork and Gathering help round out a versatile Pal that will be replaced later on, but for now, it is an ally that can be of good use.
3Fuddler
A Master Ore Detector
This little mole rat is exactly where you’d expect to find it inPalworld: inside dungeons.Fuddlerroams certain rooms of each dungeon and can be seen scurrying in groups of three or more. They’ll avoid any confrontation but are relatively easy to catch and spawn frequently enough to reach the ten-catch bonus.
Back at the base,Fuddler has Level 1 Mining, Transporting, and Handiwork skills, similar to the set Cattiva has. What separates Fuddler from the pink cat is its Partner Skill ability, Ore Detector. The skill does exactly what the name implies: Fuddler sends a detection wave to proximity to search for ore blocks. Once detected, it will run to it and begin hacking away.
4Reptyro
Magma Pal That Can Mine Or Tend Fires
Reptyrois a large fire-type Pal that can befound around Mount Obsidian. It has the second-highest mining skill in the game at Level 3, which makes it a good choice for players in need of stone.
It has many uses for the player, including mining, kindling, and being used as a steed when in the active party. Since it has so much potential, players may find that they need their Reptyro for something other than mining. In any case, it never hurts to have one of these magma Pals around.
5Dumud
Empty Expression, Fuller Pockets
Don’t be fooled by its inflatable-like body and aloof expression.Dumudis a canon when it comes to mining ore and stone. This Pal is located in the northeastern desert of the Sealed Realm of the Winged Tyrant Fast Travel waypoint, and also on Ice Wind Island. Dumud can also behatched from Rocky Eggs.
Dumud has a Level 2 Mining skill and uses its body to flail away at large blocks of stone and ore. Players can also jump in and assist with mining, providing twice the utility and provisions. On top of being able to transport the materials to storage, Dumud is also capable of watering crops with its Level 1 Watering skill, making it a good entry Pal to help out with the growth of red berries and wheat.
6Anubis
Ancient Egyptian Mining God
Anubisis possibly one ofthe most sought-after Pals inPalworld, thanks to its gorgeous aesthetic and reliability on the battlefield. To encounter Anubis, travel to the Winged Tyrant Fast Travel point and head over to the desert located in the northeast area of the Sealed Realm. They’re tough to take on, but they’ll be worth it in the long run.
Anubis pairs a Level 3 Mining skill with Level 2 Transporting to ensure no clutter is left behind at the base. It also possesses a Level 4 Handiwork skill, which gives players an incredible asset to have when building new structures and tools. Whether players want to build something quickly or farm stone and ore efficiently, Anubis is the best versatile option in the game.
7Digtoise
Using Super Effective Rapid Spin
When it comes to pure power,Digtoiseis one of the best options for mining inPalworld. In addition, it’s also the most fun Pal to watch when put to work, as its rapid spin mining ability will have it bulldozing down stone and ore clusters in no time.Players can find Digtoisein the Palpagos Island and the deserts of the Galapagos Islands, but getting there is another problem in itself.
Digtoise’s Drill Crusher Partner Skill is where it shines. This skill has it continuously spinning in an uncontrollable manner wherever the player goes, colliding into stone and ore blocks and turning them into dust. Its Level 3 Mining skill is the only one it has in its repertoire, but Digtoise is a defensively bulky Pal that can defend players from attacks. Stick it in front of a Stone Pit and let it run wild.
8Blazamut
Mighty Fire Pal That Can Mine Better Than Most
Blazamuthas the highest level mining skill in the game, which is unusual for a Fire Pal. It can also kindle fires at level 3, which means that it excels at both jobs that it can do in a base.
Found in the small Wilderness Sanctuaryin the far north of the map, it can be difficult to catch a blazamut for low level players, so they may already have a good mining team before capturing their first blazamut. However, there is only one other Pal that can match its skill, so Blazamut is undoubtedly a great Pal for mining.
9Astegon
The Ultimate Stone Gatherer
Saving the best for last,Astegon is the only creature inPalworldto have a Level 4 Mining skill. This behemoth can be found in the Destroyed Mineshaft and the No. 3 Wildlife Sanctuary. Taking it on and catching it is a true test of patience and strength, asAstegonis no easy task. It also spawns as a Level 48 field boss, giving players the battle of a lifetime.
Disregarding its Level 1 Handiwork, which players won’t need much of, Astegon is the only Pal in the game to have a Level 4 Mining skill and will have ore and stone piling up in little time. It also has the Black Ankylosaur Partner Skill, which allows players to fly around town quickly, and does increased damage to ore when mounted. Players will have fun zipping from region to region while destroying any block in its way.
