Top Pets for Rune Slayer: Tier List

One of the standout features in *Rune Slayer* is the ability to tame and utilize enemies as battle pets, which not only adds a unique layer to gameplay but also allows you to mount and travel at high speeds across the game's expansive world. Pets in *Rune Slayer* vary significantly, prompting us to craft this comprehensive **Rune Slayer Best Pet Tier List** to help you choose the most advantageous companions.

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Taming Pets in Rune Slayer

While all classes in *Rune Slayer* can tame pets, **Beast Tamer Archers** enjoy access to the widest variety, making them the go-to subclass for those aiming to harness the strongest pets. To cater to all players, we've created two separate tier lists: one tailored for **Beast Tamers** and another for **all other classes**.

Rune Slayer Non-Beast Tamer Pet Tier List

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No matter your class, you can tame these pets. However, many are less effective, leading players to seek out the top-tier options 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, known for its decent attacks and reasonable utility in combat despite its lower HP.
Golden Fairy	Greatwood Forest (extremely rare)	No food. Interact to claim it.	No	A non-combat pet that boosts your loot 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	Grants a 0.4% mana damage buff per level, perfect for enhancing the capabilities of Magicians and Priests.
Wolf	Pinewood Thickets	Raw Deer Meat	Yes	The premier tanking pet for non-Beast Tamers, with a solid mix of defense and offensive capabilities.
Boar	Pinewood Thickets	Raw Bass	Yes	A robust pet with a dynamic charge attack, adding versatility to your combat strategy.
Slime / Black Ooze Slime	Wayshire (Slime Cave)	Slime Chunk	Yes	Offers occasional poisoning of enemies, though its overall strength is limited.
Beaver	Wayshire	Oak Log	Yes	A nod to its meme status, the Beaver offers a fun, if not particularly powerful, pet option.

B-Tier

**Pet Name**	**Location**	**Favorite Food**	**Mountable**	**Info**
Deer	Wayshire	Apple	Yes	While rideable and combat-capable, the Deer is outclassed by other pets and should be replaced as soon as possible.
Bee	Wayshire	Honey	No	Primarily useful for completing the Level 20 Pet taming quest quickly, but not much else.

Rune Slayer Beast Tamer Pet Tier List

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As a Beast Tamer, you unlock a broader range of pets, some of which are exceptionally powerful and can significantly impact your gameplay.

S-Tier

**Pet Name**	**Location**	**Favorite Food**	**Mountable**	**Info**
Mud Crab	Greatwood Forest	Black Bass	Yes	A powerhouse pet that excels in both damage and tanking, enabling solo play in many group activities.
Adult Spider	Spider Cave	Mandrake Root	Yes	A more potent version of the Baby Spider, offering significant damage but less durability than the Mud Crab.

A-Tier

**Pet Name**	**Location**	**Favorite Food**	**Mountable**	**Info**
Alligator	Greatwood Forest / Greatwood Swamp	Raw Serpent Meat	Yes	A formidable pet with strong attacks and the entertaining rolling move, adding flair to your battles.
Bear	Pinewood Thickets	Honey	Yes	A versatile pet that serves well as both a tank and a damage dealer, enhancing your combat effectiveness.
Panther	Greatwood Forest	Animal Heart	Yes	Known for swift attacks and stylish appearance when mounted, making it a favorite among Beast Tamers.

B-Tier

**Pet Name**	**Location**	**Favorite Food**	**Mountable**	**Info**
Serpent	Greatwood Forest	Salmon	No	Mainly a cosmetic choice for players looking to add an evil flair to their character's appearance.
Giant Bee	Wayshire	Honey	No	Rarely chosen by Beast Tamers due to its limited utility and appeal in gameplay.

That concludes our detailed **Rune Slayer Best Pet Tier List**. Enjoy the process of taming and selecting the perfect pet to enhance your adventure in *Rune Slayer*. As you approach the game's endgame, consider our **Essential *Rune Slayer* End Game Tips** for further guidance on maximizing your experience.