Base Setup Guide

Best Pals for Mining Bases in Palworld

Quick answer: The best mining base uses Aegidron (Mining 8) as the primary miner, Knocklem Ignis (Mining 7 + Transporting 7 + Kindling 5) for mining/transport/smelting, Anubis (Mining 6 + Handiwork 6) for mining and crafting, Blazamut (Mining 7 + Kindling 6) for smelting, Orserk (Electricity 8) for power, and Wumpo Botan (Transporting 6) for logistics. Dualith (Mining 6 + Transporting 6 + Lumbering 5) is also excellent.

Last updated: July 2026

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Recommended Mining Base Composition

This is the optimal slot lineup for a dedicated mining base. The composition maximises ore collection speed while including on-site smelting and logistics support so you never need to manually move materials.

Job	Pal	Notes
Mining	Aegidron	Mining 8 — the best miner in the game
Mining + Craft	Anubis	Mining 6 + Handiwork 6
Mining + Transport	Knocklem Ignis	Mining 7 + Transporting 7 + Kindling 5
Kindling + Mining	Blazamut	Mining 7 + Kindling 6
Transport	Wumpo Botan	Transporting 6 + Lumbering 5
Electricity	Orserk	Generating Electricity 8

Role Breakdown: What Each Pal Does

A mining base has layered roles: raw extraction, refining, power, and logistics. Each Pal below is chosen because it fills its role at the highest level available while ideally providing secondary utility.

Mining (Primary)

Aegidron

Mines ore nodes at maximum speed. The core role of any mining base.

Aegidron has Mining 8 — the highest in the game. It is legendary but offers unmatched mining throughput. For a breedable alternative, Astegon (Mining 7) is the best option.

Mining + Transport + Kindling

Knocklem Ignis

Mines ore, moves it to storage, and smelts — three roles in one slot.

Knocklem Ignis has Mining 7 + Transporting 7 + Kindling 5. It mines, auto-transports ore, and can smelt at furnaces. The most versatile mining pal in the game.

Mining + Crafting

Anubis

Mines ore and can craft at workbenches — ideal for hybrid mining/production setups.

Anubis has Handiwork 6 + Mining 6 + Transporting 4 — the best hybrid worker that mines, crafts, and transports. Breedable and practical for any base.

Kindling + Mining

Blazamut

Powers furnaces to smelt raw ore into ingots, and mines ore when furnaces are idle.

Blazamut has Mining 7 + Kindling 6 — it mines and smelts in the same slot. For even better kindling, Renjishi (Kindling 8) is the top fire worker.

Transport / Logistics

Wumpo Botan

Moves refined materials from furnaces to storage chests efficiently.

Wumpo Botan has Transporting 6 + Lumbering 5. Its high transport level ensures smelted ingots never pile up at the furnace.

Electricity

Orserk

Generates power for electric furnaces and production equipment.

Orserk has Generating Electricity 8 + Handiwork 4 + Transporting 4 — the best power worker by far. Essential for late-game electric furnaces.

Best Passive Skills for Mining Workers

Mining Pals benefit from the same general worker passive builds as any other base type. The goal is to maximise work speed and minimise downtime from sleeping. Below are all four recommended builds from most powerful to most accessible.

Max Work Speed

Fastest possible crafting

Demon's HandRemarkable CraftsmanshipArtisanSerious

Accessible

No Legendary passives needed

ArtisanSeriousLuckyWorkaholic

Works Overnight

Never sleeps

ArtisanSeriousInsomniaWorkaholic

Low Upkeep

Minimal hunger and SAN drain

ArtisanSeriousDiet LoverWorkaholic

Breeding tip: Astegon, Knocklem, and Anubis are all breedable, meaning you can produce multiple copies with optimal passives. For endgame, legendary pals like Aegidron (Mining 8), Knocklem Ignis (Mining 7 + Transport 7 + Kindling 5), and Dualith (Mining 6 + Transport 6 + Lumbering 5) are game-changers worth breeding for.

All Recommended Mining Base Pals

These are all Pals rated for mining base use, sorted by tier. This includes both dedicated miners and supporting roles like smelting and power.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best mining Pal in Palworld?

Aegidron (Mining 8) is the best miner in the game — legendary but unmatched. For breedable options, Astegon (Mining 7) and Blazamut (Mining 7 + Kindling 6) are the best. Knocklem Ignis (Mining 7 + Transporting 7 + Kindling 5) is the most versatile miner since it mines, transports, and smelts.

Should I use Anubis or Knocklem for mining?

Both are excellent — they fill slightly different roles. Anubis (Handiwork 6 + Mining 6 + Transporting 4) is the better choice if your base also crafts. Knocklem (Mining 7 + Transporting 7) is better for pure ore output because it mines at the highest level and auto-transports everything it digs. The optimal setup uses both.

What passive skills should my mining Pals have?

The best endgame passive skills for mining Pals are Demon's Hand (+90% Work Speed), Remarkable Craftsmanship (+75%), Artisan (+50%), and Serious (+20%). For an accessible build without Legendary passives, use Artisan, Serious, Lucky, and Workaholic. Mining Yield Up Lv. 5 (+25% ore yield) is also excellent for dedicated miners like Astegon.

Do I need a kindling Pal in a mining base?

Only if you want to smelt raw ore on-site. Knocklem Ignis (Mining 7 + Transporting 7 + Kindling 5) is the best choice because it mines, transports, and smelts in one slot. Blazamut (Mining 7 + Kindling 6) is also excellent with higher Kindling. If you prefer to transport raw ore to a separate production base, you can skip kindling and add an extra miner instead.