Rune Slayer Best Pet Tier List

One of the most captivating features of *Rune Slayer* is the ability to tame and utilize enemies as battle pets, some of which can be mounted for swift travel across the game's vast landscapes. Each pet offers unique abilities, making the choice of which to tame a strategic decision. To help you make the best choices, we've crafted this comprehensive **Rune Slayer Best Pet Tier List**.

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While every class in *Rune Slayer* has the capability to tame pets, the **Beast Tamer Archers** have access to the most diverse and powerful selection. To maximize your pet potential, becoming an Archer Beast Tamer—currently one of the top sub-classes in the game—is essential. Therefore, we've prepared two distinct tier lists: one tailored for Beast Tamers and another for all other classes.

Rune Slayer Non-Beast Tamer Pet Tier List

Regardless of your class, you can tame these pets. However, not all are equally effective, and you'll likely gravitate towards those ranked in the higher tiers for optimal gameplay.

S-Tier

**Pet Name**	**Location**	**Favorite Food**	**Mountable**	**Info**
Baby Spider	Spider Cave	Mandrake Root	Yes	The go-to pet for non-Beast Tamers, offering solid attacks despite its lower health. It's a reliable companion in battle.
Golden Fairy	Greatwood Forest (extremely rare)	No food. Interact to claim it.	No	Though it doesn't engage in combat, the Golden Fairy boosts your loot chances with three extra rolls on Monster Drops, making it invaluable for Raid boss farming.

A-Tier

**Pet Name**	**Location**	**Favorite Food**	**Mountable**	**Info**
Fairy	Greatwood Forest (Rare)	No food. Interact to claim it.	No	This pet doesn't participate in battles or serve as a mount, but it enhances your mana damage by 0.4% per level, making it a boon for Magicians and Priests.
Wolf	Pinewood Thickets	Raw Deer Meat	Yes	The top choice for tanking among non-Beast Tamers, the Wolf also packs a punch with its attacks.
Boar	Pinewood Thickets	Raw Bass	Yes	A reliable mount with a unique charge attack, the Boar is a solid choice for those seeking versatility.
Slime / Black Ooze Slime	Wayshire (Slime Cave)	Slime Chunk	Yes	While its damage output is low, the Slime's occasional poison attack can be a tactical advantage.
Beaver	Wayshire	Oak Log	Yes	Its inclusion in A-Tier is largely due to its iconic meme status, adding a fun element to your gameplay.

B-Tier

**Pet Name**	**Location**	**Favorite Food**	**Mountable**	**Info**
Deer	Wayshire	Apple	Yes	You can ride it and it can assist in combat, but it's recommended to upgrade to a stronger pet as soon as possible.
Bee	Wayshire	Honey	No	Ideal for quickly completing the Level 20 Pet taming quest, but not much use beyond that.

Rune Slayer Beast Tamer Pet Tier List

As a Beast Tamer, you unlock an expanded roster of pets, some of which are exceptionally powerful, enhancing your gameplay significantly.

S-Tier

**Pet Name**	**Location**	**Favorite Food**	**Mountable**	**Info**
Mud Crab	Greatwood Forest	Black Bass	Yes	A game-changer with high damage output and tanking capabilities, the Mud Crab enables soloing many group activities.
Adult Spider	Spider Cave	Mandrake Root	Yes	More potent than its baby counterpart, the Adult Spider delivers significant damage but lacks the Mud Crab's tankiness.

A-Tier

**Pet Name**	**Location**	**Favorite Food**	**Mountable**	**Info**
Alligator	Greatwood Forest / Greatwood Swamp	Raw Serpent Meat	Yes	A formidable pet with powerful moves, including a visually striking rolling attack.
Bear	Pinewood Thickets	Honey	Yes	A robust tank with decent offensive capabilities, the Bear is a reliable choice for Beast Tamers.
Panther	Greatwood Forest	Animal Heart	Yes	Known for its swift attacks and stylish appearance when mounted, the Panther is a favorite among Beast Tamers.

B-Tier

**Pet Name**	**Location**	**Favorite Food**	**Mountable**	**Info**
Serpent	Greatwood Forest	Salmon	No	Mainly for aesthetic appeal, the Serpent adds a sinister flair to your pet collection.
Giant Bee	Wayshire	Honey	No	Rarely seen among Beast Tamers, the Giant Bee's utility is limited, making it a less popular choice.

That's all you need to know to select and tame the perfect pet in *Rune Slayer*. As you approach the maximum level, don't forget to explore our Essential *Rune Slayer* End Game Tips for further guidance on enhancing your gameplay experience.