No. 015

Hoocrates Dark · Common

Q: How do I get Hoocrates in Palworld?

Hoocrates can be caught in the wild. It can also be obtained through breeding (BP 1390) — combine any two Pals whose average BP is close to 1390.

Q: What is Hoocrates best used for?

Hoocrates is best used for Gathering (Lv 1). Focus on this role to get the most value from Hoocrates.

Q: Can you ride Hoocrates?

No, Hoocrates cannot be ridden. Its value comes from gathering work (Lv 1) rather than transportation. Deploy it at your base for maximum utility.

Q: What does Hoocrates's Partner Skill do?

Hoocrates's Partner Skill is Dark Knowledge: While in team, increases Attack of Dark Pals.

Common Dark Worker

Best for: combat

Available: Early Game

Hoocrates at a Glance

Hoocrates is a Dark Common Pal in Palworld 1.0 (Paldeck #015). Hoocrates is Gathering Lv 1. Not rideable — best used as a dedicated base worker.

Obtainable through wild capture or breeding (BP 1390).

Quick Facts

Paldeck No.: #015
Element: Dark
Rarity: Common
Size: Medium
Rideable: ❌ No
Flying Mount: ❌ No
Partner Skill: Dark Knowledge

Stats

Attack

Defense

Speed

Stamina

100

Work Suitability

Hoocrates's base work abilities. Higher levels = faster work speed. Hoocrates specializes in gathering (Lv 1).

🌿 Gathering

Lv 1

🔹 Niche worker. Hoocrates has gathering Lv 1 — useful early but outclassed later. Consider upgrading when better Pals become available.

Low stats — fragile and weak

Skills & Abilities

Partner Skill: Dark Knowledge

While in team, increases Attack of Dark Pals.

Skill	Element	Power	Cooldown	Learn Lv
Dark Pulse	Dark	80	10s	Lv 1
Shadow Ball	Dark	100	14s	Lv 12
Night Slash	Dark	120	16s	Lv 22

How to Get Hoocrates

Catch: Found in various.
Breeding: Hoocrates can be obtained via breeding. Use the standard breeding power formula with any two Pals.

How to Breed Hoocrates — All Breeding Combinations

Hoocrates has a breeding power of 1390. Below are the easiest parent pairs that produce Hoocrates, ranked by how easy the parents are to obtain.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions — Hoocrates

How do I get Hoocrates in Palworld?

Hoocrates can be caught in the wild. It can also be obtained through breeding (BP 1390) — combine any two Pals whose average BP is close to 1390. Location: the wild · BP 1390

What is Hoocrates best used for?

Hoocrates is best used for Gathering (Lv 1). Focus on this role to get the most value from Hoocrates. Gathering Lv 1 · ATK 70

Can you ride Hoocrates?

No, Hoocrates cannot be ridden. Its value comes from gathering work (Lv 1) rather than transportation. Deploy it at your base for maximum utility. Not rideable · Best for gathering

What does Hoocrates's Partner Skill do?

Hoocrates's Partner Skill is Dark Knowledge: While in team, increases Attack of Dark Pals. Partner Skill: Dark Knowledge

What are the best alternatives to Hoocrates?

If Hoocrates isn't available, try Needoll Noct (Gathering Lv 1) or Nox (Gathering Lv 1) — they share similar element and work types, making them good substitutes in most situations. 2 similar alternatives based on element & work type match.