As a seasoned Palworld player since its release, I've always been captivated by the thrill of collecting rare Pals, but nothing prepared me for the Herculean task of obtaining Xenolord. In 2025, Palworld remains a sprawling adventure where each Pal feels like a hidden gem in an ever-expanding universe, yet Xenolord stands out as a beast that tests your mettle like no other. I recall the initial excitement turning into sheer awe mixed with frustration—this wasn't just another cute companion; it was an otherworldly entity demanding strategy and grit. The path to it felt as elusive as chasing a comet's tail, with each step fraught with peril and reward. 😊
Where to Find Xenolord
Xenolord, with its Dragon and Dark elements, isn't something you stumble upon while casually roaming—it's a Raid Boss that must be summoned, making the chase as intricate as solving an ancient puzzle. You can't capture it in the wild; instead, you need to craft a Xenolord Slab and defeat it to earn a Huge Dark Egg, which always hatches into this formidable Pal. 
This realization hit me hard during my first failed attempt, where I underestimated the preparation required. The sheer uniqueness of Xenolord, with its menacing aura, made me feel like a small fish in a vast ocean of dangers.
Crafting the Xenolord Slab
To summon Xenolord, you first need four Xenolord Slab Fragments. These can be obtained in two ways, each demanding high-level readiness. 💪
Obtain Fragments From Feybreak Dungeons
Feybreak Island is notorious for its challenges—Pals above level 50 and anti-aircraft defenses that turn aerial travel into a nightmare. Completing dungeons here offers a chance at fragments, but it's like navigating a thorny maze blindfolded. I remember my heart pounding as I entered one dungeon, only to be overwhelmed by its difficulty. Chests at the end might contain fragments, but success rates are low without top-tier gear.
Obtain Fragments Via Expeditions
If dungeons seem too daunting, expeditions are an alternative, but they require defeating bosses like the Moonflower Tower Boss first. The key destinations are:
| Expedition Destination | Recommended Firepower | Required Element |
|---|---|---|
| Spirit Blossom Cave of Sakurajima | 375,000 | Water |
| Dark Cave of Feybreak | 476,000 | Dark |
Exceeding firepower shortens expedition time, and researching at the Pal Labor Research Facility boosts rewards—essential for efficiency. Here's a quick list of helpful research subjects:
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Lumbering:
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Time-Saving Expedition Lv1: Decreases time by 5% ⏱️
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Mastery of Expeditions Lv1: Increases reward by 5%
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... up to Lv3 for both
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Mining:
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Similar upgrades, like Time-Saving Lv1 (5% time reduction)
I felt a rush of accomplishment after optimizing this, as if I'd unlocked a secret code in a high-stakes game.
Summoning Xenolord
Once you have four fragments, craft the slab at any workbench. But summoning requires a Summoning Altar—unlocked at level 32 and built at a new base to avoid destruction. The materials needed are:
| Material | Amount |
|---|---|
| Stone | 100 |
| Wood | 20 |
Interacting with the altar summons Xenolord, but without preparation, it's as futile as trying to hold back a tidal wave with bare hands. I learned this the hard way when my first base took heavy damage, reinforcing the need for an empty battleground.
How to Beat Xenolord
Defeating Xenolord is a marathon, not a sprint—requiring level 60+ gear like Hexolite Armor and Advanced Shield. Opt for high-damage weapons:
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Rocket Launcher
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Plasma Cannon
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Arrows with burn or poison effects
For Pals, use Dragon and Ice-types like Chillet or Frostallion. Frostallion's partner ability, Ice Steed, converts your damage to Ice-type, exploiting weaknesses. Bring four Gobfin for their Angry Shark ability, boosting attack passively. The battle itself is intense, with Xenolord's 1,316,000 HP and a 10-minute limit—it felt like enduring a storm under a meteor shower, chaotic and breathtaking. Key strategies:
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Stay at range: Fight from afar to avoid close-combat risks.
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Focus summons: Periodically target Xenovader and Xenogard to prevent overwhelm.
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Use recovery items: Carry Recovery Meds and accessories like Attack Pendant.
Researching Pal attack/defense upgrades at the facility gave me an edge, turning the fight from impossible to manageable. The thrill of landing the final blow was as sweet as discovering an oasis in a desert.
Rewards and Work Suitability
After victory, rewards include:
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ancient Civilization Core | 3 |
| Huge Dark Egg | 1 |
| ... and more |
Hatch the Huge Dark Egg for Xenolord. Its partner skill, Meteor Wings, allows riding with a crafted saddle (needing Dark Fragment, Meteorite Fragment, etc.). However, its work suitability is weak—only level one Gathering—so it's best as a combat mount. Riding Xenolord across Palworld felt like soaring on the back of a mythical dragon, fast and exhilarating, but assigning it to base tasks was as ineffective as using a sledgehammer to crack a nut.
Reflecting on this journey, from the initial chase to the triumphant hatch, it mirrors my entire Palworld experience—filled with challenges that test limits but reward perseverance. Obtaining Xenolord wasn't just about adding another Pal to my collection; it was a saga of growth, where each failure taught resilience and each victory echoed like a symphony in the silence of battle. As I soar atop Xenolord now, I'm reminded that the hardest quests forge the most unforgettable memories. 💫