How to get Shroomer in Palworld
The dense, misty mushroom forests of Palworld hold many secrets, but among them is one of the most curious Pals you can find - Shroomer. This little mushroom pal is a Grass-type creature that loves to roam in damp, foggy areas, blending into the surroundings like a real fungi. But don't be fooled by its slow, carefree nature - Shroomer has some powerful skills and an incredibly useful partner ability that makes it a must-have for any player looking to optimize their base.

Where to Find and Catch Shroomer
The first step to getting your own Shroomer is knowing where to look. Shroomer can only be found in the thick forests and swampy regions of Sakurajima, a region teeming with fungi and fog. The easiest way to get there is by unlocking the fast travel waypoint closest to the area. If you’re still exploring, the quickest route is traveling from Ice Wind Island northwest over the water. Be sure to bring a flying mount like Nitewing or a water mount like Jormuntide, as the trek across the islands can be long and exhausting. Once you arrive, the entire region is covered in towering mushrooms, making it both an eerie and fascinating place to explore.

Spotting a Shroomer isn’t too difficult, as they tend to wander in small groups, their green bodies blending into the thick underbrush. However, catching one can be trickier. Shroomer doesn’t attack on sight, but if you engage, it won’t hesitate to defend itself with Grass-type attacks. These creatures may seem harmless, but their attacks can pack a punch, especially if they gang up on you. If you want to make capturing them easier, waiting until nightfall is a great trick - Shroomers will be asleep, making them less likely to escape from your Pal Sphere.

Shroomer Skills and Work Suitability
While Shroomer might not be the strongest combat Pal, it excels in base utility. With work suitability in Planting (Lv.2), Lumbering (Lv.2), Gathering (Lv.2), and Handiwork (Lv.1), Shroomer is one of the most well-rounded Pals for farming. But its biggest advantage comes from its Partner Skill - Swooshy Spores. This ability allows Shroomer to release calming spores that reduce the SAN (sanity) drain of all allies at the base, making it incredibly valuable for keeping your workers efficient and happy.
Here’s a breakdown of its skills in a table:
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Skill Name
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Type
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Power
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Effect
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Poison Blast
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Dark
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30
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Throws poisonous sludge at enemies
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Seed Machine Gun
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Grass
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50
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Fires a barrage of hard seeds at enemies
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Grass Tornado
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Grass
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80
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Generates tornadoes on either side before launching them at enemies
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Seed Mine
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Grass
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65
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Launches an explosive seed at enemies
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Spine Vine
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Grass
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95
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Summons sharp thorns that chase enemies
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Circle Vine
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Grass
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120
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Creates spiky roots around the enemy
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Solar Blast
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Grass
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150
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Charges solar energy before firing a powerful beam
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How to Breed Shroomer
If hunting for Shroomer in the wild isn’t your thing, you can always breed one instead. By using specific breeding combos, you can hatch a Verdant Egg that contains a Shroomer. Some of the best breeding combos to get Shroomer include:
- Flopie + Cryolinx Terra
- Kelpsea Ignis + Bastigor
- Reptyro Cryst + Ribbuny Botan
- Woolipop + Faleris Aqua
- Wixen + Warsect Terra
Each of these combinations gives you a chance to hatch a Shroomer from an egg. Simply place the resulting Verdant Egg into an Incubator and wait for it to hatch.
Best Uses for Shroomer
Aside from its impressive base skills, Shroomer’s Partner Skill makes it one of the most sought-after Pals for high-efficiency base management. If you’re looking to maximize your workforce, many players recommend keeping at least 6 Shroomers in your base. Their Swooshy Spores ability stacks, meaning that having multiple Shroomers can greatly reduce SAN drain, keeping all your workers active for longer periods without breaks. Some players even use condensed Shroomers to achieve near-zero SAN drain, allowing their Pals to work continuously without exhaustion.

Shroomer might not be the most powerful Pal in Palworld, but its versatility makes it invaluable for players looking to optimize their base operations.
