Shadowbeak is the nocturnal Dark legendary Pal of Palworld. It only spawns at night, deals bonus damage in darkness, and has a unique night-time speed boost that makes it one of the best transport Pals after dark. This guide covers its exact spawn conditions, how to fight it, and how to make the most of it.
Location
Shadowbeak spawns in the Nocturnal Woods region.
- Coordinates: (-200, -600)
- Spawn window: 22:00 to 05:00 (in-game time)
- Level: 42-48
Critical note: Shadowbeak despawns at dawn. If you do not engage it before first light, it will vanish. Arrive at the spawn location before 22:00 and wait for it to appear.
Preparation
| Category | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Armor | Metal Armor (Refined preferred) |
| Weapons | Assault Rifle + Shotgun (close quarters) |
| Spheres | Legendary Spheres (15-20) or Ultra Spheres (30+) |
| Pals | Dragon-type Pals (Jetragon, Quivern, Elphidran) |
Element Matchup
Shadowbeak is Dark/Flying element. It is weak to Dragon (2x damage) and resists Dark and Neutral. Dragon Pals are your best choice — they deal double damage while resisting Shadowbeak’s Dark attacks.
Fight Strategy
- Arrive at the Nocturnal Woods before 22:00 and scout the spawn area.
- Check the weather — Shadowbeak’s spawn rate decreases during storms.
- When Shadowbeak appears, open with Dragon-type combat Pals.
- Avoid flying — Shadowbeak’s Flying element gives it an advantage in aerial combat.
- Fight on the ground with ranged weapons while your Dragon Pals engage directly.
- Watch for its Dark Pulse attack — a long-range beam that hits hard.
- When HP is in the red, apply status effects and use Legendary Spheres.
Combat Use
Shadowbeak’s strength scales with darkness. Its passive skill, Darkwing, increases Dark-type damage at night. This makes it one of the strongest Pals for night-time content — including nocturnal Pal hunting and cave exploration where daylight doesn’t reach.
Transport Use
With Lv.3 Transporting and a night-time speed bonus, Shadowbeak is one of the best nocturnal transport Pals. If you run a night-based base operation, it will outperform most daytime transporters.
Breeding
Shadowbeak can be bred from various cross-element combinations. See the Shadowbeak breeding page for the full list.
FAQ
Does Shadowbeak spawn every night?
It has a high spawn rate but is not guaranteed every night. If it does not appear, try again the next in-game night.
Is Shadowbeak a Legendary Pal?
It is considered legendary-class though its in-game designation differs slightly from the “Big Five” (Jetragon, Frostallion, Paladius, Necromus). It has the Legend passive and comparable stats to other legendaries.
Related guides: Legendary Pals Guide | Paladius & Necromus | Best Combat Pals
