Best Combinations to Breed Anubis in Palworld Early

Anubis is widely considered the single most important Pal to acquire for both base automation and mid-game combat in Palworld. While Anubis naturally exists as a Level 47 Alpha Boss in the Twilight Dunes (at coordinates -130, -96), trying to capture it early is a suicide mission for most players. The most efficient way to secure this Ground-type powerhouse is through the breeding system, which can be accessed as early as Level 19.

Obtaining Anubis through breeding allows players to bypass the difficult Level 47 encounter and grants the opportunity to "engineer" specific passive skills that make it either the fastest crafter in the game or a devastating combatant.

Essential Requirements for Breeding Anubis

Before attempting to breed Anubis, several technological milestones must be reached. The breeding process is resource-intensive and requires a stable base setup.

The Breeding Farm

The Breeding Farm is unlocked at Technology Level 19. Building it requires:

100 Wood
20 Stone
50 Fiber

This structure has a massive footprint, so it is best placed on a flat, unobstructed area within the base to prevent pathing issues where Pals might get stuck on the fences.

The Egg Incubator

To hatch the resulting Huge Rocky Egg, an Egg Incubator is mandatory. This is unlocked via Ancient Technology Points at Level 7. It requires:

10 Paldium Fragments
30 Cloth
30 Stone
2 Ancient Civilization Parts (obtained by defeating Alpha Bosses like Chillet or Gumoss)

The Cake Requirement

Breeding in Palworld does not progress unless a Cake is placed in the wooden chest attached to the Breeding Farm. One Cake is consumed per egg produced. Crafting a Cake requires a Cooking Pot (Level 17) and the following ingredients:

5 Flour: Grown at a Wheat Plantation and processed in a Mill.
8 Red Berries: Grown at a Berry Plantation.
7 Milk: Produced by assigning Mozzarina to a Ranch.
8 Eggs: Produced by assigning Chikipi to a Ranch.
2 Honey: Produced by assigning Beegarde to a Ranch or defeating Cinnamoth.

Most Efficient Anubis Breeding Combinations

While there are dozens of possible combinations to produce Anubis, most require high-level Pals that are difficult to find. The following combinations are selected for their accessibility in the early to mid-game.

The Gold Standard: Penking and Bushi

The most popular and easiest combination for players around Level 20 is Penking + Bushi.

Penking (Level 15 Alpha Boss): Found in the Sealed Realm of the Frozen Wings. It is a Water/Ice Pal that is easily countered by Electric or Fire types.
Bushi (Level 23 Alpha Boss): Found in the Sealed Realm of the Swordmaster. As a Fire type, it is weak against Water Pals like Penking or Kelpsea.

By capturing these two bosses, players can consistently produce Anubis eggs. This is the fastest route to an Anubis army.

Alternative Early Game Combinations

If Penking or Bushi are unavailable, several other pairings result in Anubis. These include:

Nitewing + Rayhound: Nitewing is common in the starting areas, while Rayhound can be found in the northeastern desert or bred from lower-tier Electric Pals.
Mossanda + Katress: Mossanda is found in the Mossanda Forest (Level 20+), and Katress is an Alpha Boss (Level 23) in the Sealed Realm of the Guardian.
Caprity + Beakon: Caprity is ubiquitous in the starting hills. Beakon is a higher-level flyer but can sometimes be found in cages at Enemy Camps.
Celaray + Relaxaurus: Celaray is found on most beaches. Relaxaurus roams the Ascetic Falls area, though be careful of their high aggression.
Arsox + Pyrin: A combination of two Fire types found in volcanic and forest regions.

Step by Step Guide to Breeding Anubis

Once the parents and the cake are ready, follow this exact procedure to ensure a successful hatch.

Step 1: Assigning Parents

Select one male and one female from your chosen combination (e.g., a male Penking and a female Bushi). Place them into your Base Palbox. Open the Palbox management menu and move them into the "Pals at Base" slots. Walk up to each Pal, press the "Lift" key (usually 'F' on PC), and throw them directly into the center of the Breeding Farm. A notification should appear saying "Fixed Assignment: Breeding Farm."

Step 2: Depositing the Cake

Interact with the wooden chest attached to the Breeding Farm. Place at least one Cake inside. You can stack multiple Cakes to automate the production of several eggs in a row.

Step 3: Monitoring Progress

The circular progress bar above the Breeding Farm indicates the progress. Once the circle completes, a Huge Rocky Egg will appear in the center of the farm. Pick it up and the Cake will be consumed.

Step 4: Incubation and Temperature

Place the Huge Rocky Egg in an Egg Incubator. Huge Rocky Eggs prefer "Comfortable" temperatures. Since they are Ground-type eggs, they often require a slightly warmer environment to hatch faster. Placing a Campfire or a Electric Heater nearby can reduce the incubation time by 50% or 100% depending on the biome.

Why Anubis is Indispensable for Your Base

Breeding Anubis isn't just about having a cool Egyptian-themed Pal; it's about base efficiency. Anubis has the following Work Suitability:

Handiwork Level 4: This is the highest level in the game. Anubis can craft stacks of Mega Spheres or High-Quality Pal Oil in seconds, whereas lower-level Pals might take minutes.
Mining Level 3: It can efficiently mine Stone Pits and natural Ore nodes.
Transporting Level 2: It will help move finished products to chests when not crafting or mining.

Because Anubis has a relatively small hit-box and fast movement speed, it suffers from fewer pathing errors than larger Pals like Jormuntide or Wumpo.

Advanced Breeding: Inheriting the Best Passives

The true power of breeding lies in the "Inheritance" mechanic. When two Pals breed, there is a high probability that the offspring will inherit the passive skills of the parents. To create the ultimate Anubis, you should hunt for parents with specific traits.

The Ultimate "Base Worker" Build

If you want an Anubis that crafts items almost instantly, look for parents with these traits:

Artisan: +50% Work Speed.
Work Slave: +30% Work Speed, -30% Attack.
Serious: +20% Work Speed.
Lucky: +15% Work Speed, +15% Attack.

An Anubis with these four traits will have a +115% Work Speed bonus, making it an absolute monster at the assembly line.

The "God of War" Combat Build

For a combat-focused Anubis, prioritize these traits:

Musclehead: +30% Attack, -50% Work Speed.
Ferocious: +20% Attack.
Earth Emperor: +20% Ground Damage (unique to Anubis but can be bred down).
Legend: +20% Attack, +20% Defense, +15% Move Speed (only available if breeding with a Legend Pal).

Automating Cake Production for Mass Breeding

Mass-producing Anubis requires a steady stream of Cakes. To automate this, set up a dedicated "Ranch Base" with the following Pals:

Mozzarina: Essential for Milk.
Chikipi: Essential for Eggs.
Beegarde: Essential for Honey. This is the hardest ingredient to automate. Catching a Beegarde is tricky as they use "Self-Destruct." Use a Giga Sphere or higher to catch them quickly.
Wheat Plantation: Assigned to a Pal with Planting (like Broncherry) and Watering (like Jormuntide).
Mill: Assigned to a Water Pal to turn Wheat into Flour.

With these ingredients flowing, your Cooking Pot (or Electric Kitchen) should be constantly running. Note that Cakes do not expire as long as they are inside the Breeding Farm chest.

Troubleshooting Common Breeding Issues

Sometimes the breeding process stops. Here are the most common fixes:

"No Pals assigned": Check if the Pals have gone to eat or sleep. If they are stuck on a roof, pick them up and re-throw them into the farm.
"Not enough Cake": Ensure the Cake is in the Breeding Farm chest, not the regular Food Basket.
Egg not appearing: Ensure there is space in the farm. If a Pal is "distracted" by a raid or a nearby resource node, they may stop breeding. Building a wall around the farm can help.

Summary of Anubis Breeding

Breeding Anubis is the most significant power spike a player can experience in Palworld’s mid-game. By focusing on the Penking + Bushi combination, you can skip the dangerous Level 47 Alpha fight and immediately begin benefiting from Level 4 Handiwork. Whether you are building an army for combat or a specialized workforce for your factory, the breeding farm is your most powerful tool.

FAQ

What is the fastest way to get Anubis?

The fastest way is breeding Penking and Bushi. Both can be caught as Alpha Bosses under Level 25, making them accessible very early.

Can I breed two Anubises together?

Yes. Once you have two Anubises (one male, one female), breeding them together will always result in another Anubis. This is the best way to "clean up" passive skills and ensure the child has the exact traits you want.

Does the gender of the parents matter?

Only for the sake of having one male and one female. The combination (e.g., Penking + Bushi) works regardless of which species is which gender.

Why is my Huge Rocky Egg taking so long to hatch?

Incubation time depends on your world settings. If it's too slow, check the "Egg Incubation Time" slider in the World Settings menu before launching your game. In-game, ensure the incubator is in a warm environment.

Can Anubis be found in the wild?

Anubis only exists as a static Alpha Boss in the desert. It does not spawn as a regular wild Pal. Breeding is the only way to get multiple copies easily.