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Palworld early‑game Pals and optimal base locations guide
The guide recommends several early‑to‑mid‑game Pals that improve resource gathering and survivability. Mimog can unlock treasure chests without a key; Herbil revives the player when incapacitated; Vixy digs up items on the ranch; Rushoar serves as a mount that speeds ore collection; Eikthyrdeer provides a wood‑gathering mount with double‑jump ability; Foxparks turns into a flamethrower for cold‑area travel; Fuddler increases mining efficiency by up to 60%; and Turtacle reduces ore weight when carried.
Eight prime base locations are highlighted for their accessibility and resource richness. The Redwood biome offers ample ore, stone and trees; a flat area beside the Desolate Church provides early‑game materials; an island between Redwood and Volcano biomes supplies ore and sulfur; a bordered plateau gives safe, resource‑dense terrain; a scenic island offers oil deposits and water scenery; a coal‑rich flat area supplies coal and ore; a quartz flat spot yields quartz and ore; and a yellow marsh vista combines visual appeal with diverse resources. These sites help players automate bases and progress efficiently toward the endgame.