One of the standout features in *Rune Slayer* is the unique ability to tame and utilize certain enemies as battle pets. Not only can you enlist these creatures to fight alongside you, but you can also mount them for swift travel across the game's vast landscapes. Given that not all pets offer the same advantages, we've crafted the **Rune Slayer Best Pet Tier List** to guide you in selecting the most effective companions for your adventures.
Taming Pets in Rune Slayer
While **every class** in *Rune Slayer* has the ability to **tame pets**, the **Beast Tamer Archers** have access to a broader range of creatures. If you're aiming to harness the most powerful pets, becoming an Archer Beast Tamer, which is currently one of the top sub-classes, is essential. With this in mind, we've created two distinct tier lists: **one tailored for Beast Tamers** and **another for all other classes**.
Rune Slayer Non-Beast Tamer Pet Tier List
Screenshot by TierMaker / Remix by The Escapist. No matter your class, you can tame these pets. However, many are less effective, so you'll likely aim for those at the top of the tier list.
S-Tier
| **Pet Name** | **Location** | **Favorite Food** | **Mountable** | **Info** |
 Baby Spider | Spider Cave | Mandrake Root | Yes | The go-to pet for non-Beast Tamers, offering solid attacks despite its lower HP. It's a valuable ally in combat. |
 Golden Fairy | Greatwood Forest (extremely rare) | No food. Interact to claim it. | No | Doesn't join the fight but boosts your loot drops by giving 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 | While not combat-ready or ridable, it enhances your mana damage by 0.4% per level, ideal for Magicians and Priests. |
 Wolf | Pinewood Thickets | Raw Deer Meat | Yes | The top choice for tanking among non-Beast Tamers, with the added benefit of decent damage output. |
 Boar | Pinewood Thickets | Raw Bass | Yes | A solid pet with a unique charge attack, making it a reliable companion in battle. |
 Slime / Black Ooze Slime | Wayshire (Slime Cave) | Slime Chunk | Yes | Can occasionally poison foes, though its overall strength is lacking. |
 Beaver | Wayshire | Oak Log | Yes | Included due to its meme status, but not particularly effective in combat. |
B-Tier
| **Pet Name** | **Location** | **Favorite Food** | **Mountable** | **Info** |
 Deer | Wayshire | Apple | Yes | While you can ride and battle with it, it's advisable to upgrade to a more powerful pet as soon as possible. |
 Bee | Wayshire | Honey | No | Best tamed for quickly completing the Level 20 Pet taming quest, rather than for ongoing use. |
Rune Slayer Beast Tamer Pet Tier List
Screenshot by Tier Maker / Remix by The Escapist. As a Beast Tamer, you unlock a wider selection of pets, some of which are exceptionally powerful, while others are less so.
S-Tier
| **Pet Name** | **Location** | **Favorite Food** | **Mountable** | **Info** |
 Mud Crab | Greatwood Forest | Black Bass | Yes | A game-changer for Beast Tamers, dealing massive damage and able to tank most enemies, enabling solo group activities. |
 Adult Spider | Spider Cave | Mandrake Root | Yes | More potent than the Baby Spider, though less durable than the Mud Crab, it still delivers strong damage. |
A-Tier
| **Pet Name** | **Location** | **Favorite Food** | **Mountable** | **Info** |
 Alligator | Greatwood Forest / Greatwood Swamp | Raw Serpent Meat | Yes | A strong pet with effective moves, including an entertaining rolling attack. |
 Bear | Pinewood Thickets | Honey | Yes | A reliable tank with decent offensive capabilities, making it a versatile choice. |
 Panther | Greatwood Forest | Animal Heart | Yes | Known for its swift attacks and stylish appearance when ridden. |
B-Tier
| **Pet Name** | **Location** | **Favorite Food** | **Mountable** | **Info** |
 Serpent | Greatwood Forest | Salmon | No | Mainly for aesthetic purposes if you're aiming for a more sinister look. |
 Giant Bee | Wayshire | Honey | No | Rarely seen among Beast Tamers, likely due to its lack of combat effectiveness. |
That concludes our guide to the best pets in *Rune Slayer*. Enjoy the thrill of taming and mastering your ideal companion. As you approach the game's endgame, don't forget to explore our **Essential *Rune Slayer* End Game Tips** to maximize your experience.
