One of the standout additions in Palworld Version 1.0 is Sekhmet, a brand-new Ground-type Pal that immediately caught players’ attention because of its incredible base utility. While many new Pals focus on combat or exploration, Sekhmet shines as one of the strongest workers introduced in the full release, especially if you’re serious about building an efficient late-game base.
Its massive Handiwork Level 6 is currently one of the highest work suitabilities in the game, making it an excellent choice for crafting, production, and workshop tasks. On top of that, it can also mine resources and transport materials, giving it impressive versatility.
If you’re wondering where to find Sekhmet, how to breed it, what its Partner Skill does, or whether it’s worth adding to your team, here’s everything you need to know after the Version 1.0 update.
Palworld 1.0 Sekhmet Guide – Location, Breeding, Skills
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Paldeck No. | #140 |
| Name | Sekhmet |
| Element | Ground |
| Added In | Version 1.0 |
| Partner Skill | Desert Empress |
Sekhmet is one of the 73 new Pals introduced with Palworld’s full Version 1.0 release.
According to its Paldeck entry:
Once a fierce creature feared as a symbol of death. When Anubis claimed that mantle, wealthy elites looking for a replacement beguiled the species with wine. Before long, Sekhmet became a symbol of high nobility.
The lore gives Sekhmet a unique connection to Anubis, which also ties directly into its Partner Skill.
Where to Find Sekhmet
Unlike some of the new Pals introduced in Version 1.0, Sekhmet doesn’t only appear at night.
Normal Habitat
Sekhmet can naturally be found in its designated habitat during both daytime and nighttime, meaning you don’t need to wait for a specific time before hunting one.
If you’re planning to catch it in the wild, simply head to its habitat and begin searching regardless of the in-game time.
World Tree Availability
One important thing to know is that Sekhmet does not spawn inside the World Tree.
No matter whether it’s day or night, you won’t encounter Sekhmet there.
If you don’t find one in its natural habitat, your best alternative is breeding.
How to Breed Sekhmet
Breeding is one of the easiest ways to obtain Sekhmet once you’ve unlocked a Breeding Farm.
Some confirmed breeding combinations include:
| Parent 1 | Parent 2 |
|---|---|
| Starryon Primo | Incineram Noct |
| Anubis | Nyafia |
| Bakemi | Necromus |
| Icelyn | Anubis |
| Ophydia | Prixter |
| Palumba | Astegon |
| Moldron | Sootseer |
There are additional breeding combinations available, but these are among the currently confirmed recipes.
Best Ways to Use Sekhmet in Breeding
After obtaining Sekhmet, it also becomes a valuable breeding parent for several other Pals.
Some useful combinations include:
| Parent Combination | Child |
|---|---|
| Sekhmet + Fenglope | Skutlass |
| Sekhmet + Helzephyr Lux | Loomen |
| Sekhmet + Lunaris | Shroomer Noct |
| Sekhmet + Dinossom | Vaelet |
| Needoll Noct + Sekhmet | Nitemary |
| Sekhmet + Panthalus | Azurmane |
| Sekhmet + Fenglope Lux | Loomen |
If you enjoy collecting every Pal through breeding, Sekhmet quickly becomes a valuable addition to your breeding farm.
Partner Skill
Desert Empress
Sekhmet’s exclusive Partner Skill is called Desert Empress.
Rather than boosting combat, this skill focuses entirely on base management.
While Sekhmet is working at a Workbench, Workshop, or similar crafting station, it increases Anubis’ work speed and efficiency, allowing the two Pals to work together much more effectively.
Since Anubis is already considered one of the best workers in Palworld, pairing it with Sekhmet can noticeably improve crafting productivity around your base.
If you spend lots of time producing equipment, ammunition, or building materials, this Partner Skill becomes surprisingly valuable.
Active Skills
Sekhmet specializes in Ground-type attacks while also having access to several Neutral abilities.
Power Shot
- Element: Neutral
- Power: 80
- Cooldown: 4 seconds
Charges energy before releasing a concentrated projectile toward the target.
Air Blade
- Element: Neutral
- Power: 160
- Cooldown: 8 seconds
Launches several sharp blades of wind in a wide fan-shaped attack.
Bog Blast
- Element: Ground
- Power: 40
- Cooldown: 2 seconds
Throws sticky mud toward enemies to deal quick Ground damage.
Stone Blast
- Element: Ground
- Power: 80
- Cooldown: 4 seconds
Launches multiple rocks forward, making it useful for consistent ranged attacks.
Somersault Scratch
- Element: Ground
- Power: 300
- Cooldown: 16 seconds
Sekhmet’s first exclusive skill.
It performs a backward somersault while scratching the target, simultaneously creating distance after attacking.
This makes it useful for repositioning during combat instead of standing directly beside dangerous enemies.
Rolling Scratch
- Element: Ground
- Power: 400
- Cooldown: 20 seconds
Another exclusive Sekhmet ability.
Instead of retreating, Sekhmet spins forward at high speed before slashing enemies, allowing it to quickly close the gap.
Sand Twister
- Element: Ground
- Power: 500
- Cooldown: 24 seconds
Sekhmet’s strongest Ground attack.
It summons several large sand tornadoes that continuously rotate around the battlefield, damaging any enemies caught inside.
This is currently one of the strongest Ground-element attacks introduced in Version 1.0.
Work Suitability
This is where Sekhmet truly stands out.
| Work Suitability | Level |
|---|---|
| Handiwork | Lv. 6 |
| Mining | Lv. 3 |
| Transporting | Lv. 2 |
Handiwork Level 6
Handiwork Level 6 is currently one of Sekhmet’s biggest selling points.
It allows Sekhmet to construct buildings, craft equipment, assemble production lines, and complete workshop jobs faster than almost every other Pal currently available.
If your base constantly has crafting queues running, Sekhmet is an incredible worker to have around.
Mining Level 3
Mining Level 3 lets Sekhmet efficiently gather:
- Stone
- Paldium Fragments
- Ore
- Other mineable resources
It won’t replace dedicated mining specialists in every situation, but it’s still very capable.
Transporting Level 2
Sekhmet can also move crafted items and gathered materials between production stations and storage containers, helping keep your base organized.
Best Passive Skills
Since Sekhmet can excel both in combat and base work, several passive skills pair especially well with it.
For combat-focused builds, consider:
- Musclehead
- Ferocious
- Serenity
- Legend
For base-focused builds, passive skills that improve work speed and efficiency are generally the better choice.
Catch Strategy
Because Sekhmet belongs to the Ground element, it’s naturally weak against Grass-type attacks.
Bringing a powerful Grass Pal makes the fight significantly easier while reducing the amount of damage your own team receives.
Avoid relying heavily on Ground-type attacks, as they won’t be nearly as effective.
Weakness
Weak Against:
- Grass Element
Using strong Grass Pals is the fastest way to weaken Sekhmet before attempting a capture.
Item Drops
Defeating or capturing Sekhmet can reward the following materials:
- Large Pal Soul
- Leather
Large Pal Souls become increasingly valuable later in the game for strengthening your strongest Pals, making Sekhmet worth farming even after you’ve already caught one.