Best Pets for Rune Slayer Ranked

One of Rune Slayer's most intriguing mechanics is pet taming - where you can convert enemies into loyal companions. These creatures don't just fight alongside you; some become speedy mounts that completely change your travel experience. Since pets vary wildly in usefulness, we've created this definitive Rune Slayer Best Pet Tier List to help you choose wisely.

How Pet Taming Works

While all classes can tame creatures, Beast Tamer Archers enjoy access to the most powerful companions. If you're serious about building an elite pet army, this specialized subclass (already considered one of the game's strongest) is your best bet. We've therefore crafted separate rankings: one for Beast Tamers and another for general players.

General Player Pet Tier List

Every adventurer can acquire these pets, though many serve more as novelties than actual combat assets. You'll likely gravitate toward our top-rated options for serious gameplay.

S-Tier Must-Haves

Pet	Location	Preferred Food	Mountable	Key Benefits
Baby Spider	Spider Cave	Mandrake Root	✓	The current meta favorite. Great mobility with decent offensive capabilities, though somewhat fragile.
Golden Fairy	Greatwood Forest (rare)	Direct interaction	✗	While non-combatant, its Monster Drop bonus (three extra rolls) makes it essential for boss farming.

Solid A-Tier Choices

The full tier list continues with detailed evaluations of every available pet, including location guides and strategic recommendations for different playstyles.

Beast Tamer Pet Tier List

As a Beast Tamer, you unlock several elite companions that can dramatically shift gameplay balance. Some become so powerful they essentially break the game's difficulty curve.

S-Tier Game Changers

The complete Beast Tamer rankings help maximize your subclass potential, with detailed breakdowns of each creature's combat efficacy and situational usefulness.

Final Tip: Once you've secured your ideal companion, check out our Rune Slayer End Game Guide for expert advice on post-leveling content.