Paldeck Researcher's Field Notes
Sakurajima & Feybreak: The Complete Update Guide
The Sakurajima Update redefined Palworld's endgame with Tower Boss Hard Mode, Crude Oil extraction, lockpicking, and level 50-55 weapon tiers. Combined with the Feybreak expansion's new Pals and base mechanics, Palworld in 2026 offers deeper systems than ever. This guide covers every major addition and the optimal strategies for thriving in the new content.
I. Tower Boss Hard Mode — Complete Strategy
Hard Mode Tower Bosses summon additional Pals of the same species during combat that divert your attention and multiply incoming damage. Key tactics:
- Eliminate summoned adds immediately — they significantly increase damage intake
- Save powerful abilities for the 50% HP threshold, when bosses typically trigger enhanced attack patterns
- Coordinate elemental advantages meticulously — Hard Mode bosses have substantially larger HP pools
Reward: Tower Boss Headgear (cosmetic) for each boss defeated on Hard Mode. Each replicates the hairstyle of the defeated boss.
II. Crude Oil: The New Strategic Resource
Crude Oil is extracted using specialized equipment at base and is required for high-tier crafting (weapons, armor, and base upgrades). It can also be obtained as compensation from Supply Drops and hidden caches. Prioritize securing an Oil-rich base location — the resource gates all level 50-55 progression.
III. Lockpicking System
The Sakurajima update added lockpicking across three tiers, unlocked with Ancient Technology Points. After obtaining Tier 1, craft lockpicks and deploy them on secured containers when keys are unavailable. Lockpicks are essential for accessing the highest-tier loot chests scattered across both the base map and the new Feybreak islands.
IV. Essential Pal Breeding Guide
| Target Pal | Breeding Pair | Best Use |
|---|---|---|
| Anubis | Jormuntide (Male) × Killamari (Female) | Transport work (highest speed + Handiwork 4) |
| Frostallion Noct | Frostallion × Helzephyr | Base defense (Dark type effective vs raid bosses) |
| Jormuntide Ignis | Jormuntide × Blazehowl | Kindling 4 (ultimate furnace/cooking Pal) |
| Lyleen Noct | Lyleen × Menasting | Medicine Production + Gathering 4 |
V. Base Defense: Frostallion Noct vs. Raids
Frostallion Noct is superior to the standard Frostallion for base defense because its Dark typing counters many raid bosses. Equip it with a Multi-Guided Missile Launcher saddle for maximum DPS against invading factions. Pair with an Anubis assigned to transporting, since Anubis will automatically carry downed allies to beds during raids while Frostallion Noct holds the front line.
VI. Electric Egg Incubator
The Electric Egg Incubator dramatically speeds up hatching times. Unlock requirement: defeat Victor and Shadowbeak at the PIDF Tower. The blueprint unlocks at Level 41. Crafting cost: 3 Refined Ingots + 2 Electric Organs. The incubator reduces hatch time by 50% compared to standard incubators — essential for breeding programs at scale.